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Toshiba Announces the Latest Generation of Its SOI Process for RF Switch ICs

Toshiba announced last month that it had developed the latest generation of its advanced RF SOI process, TaRF11, optimized for RF switches and low noise amplifiers in mobile devices such as 5G smartphones.

March 11, 2020 by Luke James

What Are Zero-Ohm Resistors and How Are They Used In Circuit Design?

In this FEQ (Frequent Engineering Question), we'll take a look at the advantages of zero-ohm resistors and where they're most suitable in design.

March 06, 2020 by Robert Keim

Nexperia’s Latest MOSFET Targets Load-switch and Hot-swap Applications

This article examines the PSMNR51-25YLH and discusses MOSFET drain-source leakage current.

February 18, 2020 by Robert Keim

The Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) as a Switch

This video tutorial demonstrates how a bipolar junction transistor can allow a low-voltage signal to control a high-power load.

February 09, 2020 by Robert Keim

Flyback Converter from ROHM Simplifies Isolation Applications

The BD7J200 has a wide input voltage range and does not require an external MOSFET.

February 03, 2020 by Robert Keim

Synchronous Demodulation Using Analog Multipliers vs. Switch-based Multipliers

In this article, we’ll look at the pros and cons of using a switch-based multiplier.

February 02, 2020 by Steve Arar

Infineon Technologies Smart High-Side Power Switch | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.

January 29, 2020 by Mouser Electronics

Diodes Incorporated Reveals 2A Load Switch Aimed to Improve High-Side Load Switch Reliability

The AP22913 features slew-rate control and true reverse-current blocking for single-channel load switching.

October 25, 2019 by Gary Elinoff

The Benefits and Potential Drawbacks of the Switch to 5G Antennas

5G is the latest wireless technology for mobile devices and promises considerably higher data rates, lower latency, and increased number of instantaneous connections. But how will current infrastructure cope with the change and what will this mean to current 4G hardware?

July 15, 2019 by Robin Mitchell

Microchip Lays Out Vision for Power Over Ethernet in Building Automation with New Eight-Port Switch

What's a digital ceiling, anyway? Microchip announces new PoE switch for Ethernet building automation design.

May 23, 2019 by Gary Elinoff

Toshiba Configurable High-Side Power Switch Solution | New Product Brief

Toshiba’s TCK401G Driver IC and SSM6K513NU MOSFET can be paired to create a high-efficiency load switch ideal for wearables and other devices.

May 15, 2019 by Mouser Electronics

New C&K Switches Address Subtleties in Game Controller Design

Here's a look at what makes for good gaming hardware, and a profile of C&K's latest tactile switches for gaming environments.

February 06, 2019 by Robin Mitchell

How to Measure Noise in Switch-Mode Power Supplies (SMPSs)

Noise on switch mode power supplies (SMPSs) sometimes gets a bum rap.

November 12, 2018 by Eric Bogatin

Molex Woodhead ArcArrest 30 Amp Switch-Rated Connector | Tech Specs

Molex’s Woodhead ArcArrest 30 amp switch-rated connector aims to offer a simple, fast way to de-energize industrial equipment.

October 16, 2018 by TTI, Inc

Phoenix Contact FL Switch 2000 Managed Switches | Featured Product Spotlight

Phoenix Contact FL Switch 2000 managed switches are intelligent switches that are designed to improve the robustness and stability of industrial automation networks.

June 21, 2018 by Mouser Electronics

A Look at InvenSense’s Low-Noise, Low-Power, Waterproof MEMS Capacitive Barometric Pressure Sensor

A new MEMS capacitive barometric pressure sensor, from InvenSense, is said to be the industry's lowest-noise and lowest-power pressure sensor.

February 13, 2018 by Nick Davis

High Voltage Design: A New Three-Phase Half Bridge Gate Driver from Diodes Inc.

Diodes Incorporated has announced a new three-phase half bridge gate driver with multiple protection features and the ability to drive N-Channel MOSFETs and IGBTs.

December 06, 2017 by Nick Davis

TE Connectivity MS5837 MEMS Pressure Sensor | Featured Product Spotlight

TE Connectivity's MS5837 is an ultra-small, gel-filled, 24-bit MEMS pressure sensor optimized for barometer and altimeter use in fitness and navigation devices.

October 17, 2017 by Mouser Electronics

Honeywell MICRO SWITCH MT Series | New Product Brief

Honeywell MICRO SWITCH MT Series miniature toggle switches are small, cost-effective switches designed for reliable operation in extreme environments.

August 30, 2017 by Mouser Electronics

What’s Inside the Nintendo Switch?

Take a look at the inner workings of the Nintendo Switch.

July 14, 2017 by Mark Patrick, Mouser