ECN-Electronic Component News articles from April 2008

ECN-Electronic Component News archives from April 2008

Talking in turbulent times.(Editor's View)
April 1, 2008... Anyone who has survived the last several years in the electronic industry knows what I mean when I say that these are very turbulent times. Disruptive technologies in both the hardware and software arenas combined with the relentless pressure...

Embedded 802.11 b/g networking module lets users roam with reliability.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... Lantronix announced the MatchPort[R] b/g Pro 802.11 b/g secure embedded networking module for data sensitive, regulatory, and IT-driven applications requiring high security such as medical records, financial transactions, and government data....

SiC MESFETs challenge silicon, GaAs devices.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... Cree, Inc. unveiled its 48V silicon carbide (SiC) RF MESFETs that are optimized for applications such as wideband MIL/Aero and defense communications, Class A and A/B amplifiers, and wireless broadband applications. Properties include high...

Photo-flash LED driver provides adjustable over-voltage protection for single or dual emitter operation in handheld devices.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... National Semiconductor introduced a high-current light-emitting diode (LED) driver that enables dual emitter operation for the camera flash function in portable multimedia devices. The LM3553 fixed-frequency, step-up DC/DC converter with two...

Isolated 2W single output DC/DC converter touts 89 percent typical efficiency.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... The NMK Series of isolated 2W single output DC/DC converters from Murata Power Solutions comes in a small footprint, pin compatible, industry standard SIP package that allows easy drop-in replacement of other devices. The series also provides a...

SMT LEDs present sub-millimeter profile.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... Provided in a CLCC-6 FlatPackage configuration, Vishay's VLMW621 family of warm-white SMT LEDs is presented as having the lowest profile (0.9 mm high) of its type. The ceramic-encased InGan devices are available with luminous intensities from...

Capacitive touch sensing device enables easy, fast button and slider replacement.(Leading Off)
April 1, 2008... Cypress Semiconductor's CapSense Express capacitive touch sensing devices enable designers to implement up to 10 buttons and/or sliders in five minutes--with no coding. The PSoC Express visual embedded system design tool and CapSense Express...

Radio modules.(PRODUCT TECHNOLOGY REVIEW)
April 1, 2008... Xecom's XE900SL10-N, a 900 MHz frequency hopping radio, targets remote sensor networks by increasing the number of available network nodes to increase data throughput and provide additional communications options. In larger sensor...

Communications security: security goes beyond cryptography; Encryption alone doesn't keep secrets. Engineers must assess overall system security needs.(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
April 1, 2008... Anyone who thinks communication security applies mostly to financial, medical, and personal transactions should view a short video of the Aurora test CNN aired in September 2007. This video shows the destruction of a large electric generator...

MOSFETs and IGBTs: low-loss IGBTs improve switching in sub-2.5 kW inverter applications.(SEMICONDUCTOR HIGHLIGHT)
April 1, 2008... Traditionally, IGBTs have addressed applications requiring high-voltage and -current ratings and relatively slow switching frequencies. When the switching frequency is low, the inherently low conduction losses resulting from the device's low...

GPS modules: GPS modules put products on the map; A GPS receiver can tell you where you are, but environmental conditions and design factors influence accuracy.
April 1, 2008... When a product such as a child locator, surveying instrument, or autonomous vehicle requires position information, a GPS module can provide it. Prices for devices that provide this information range from less than a dollar for chips used in...

Software-only simulation: fact or phony? Software simulation may not be the magic bullet as many engineers believe.(DESIGN TALK)
April 1, 2008... The promised benefits of cost-effective, time-saving, software-only design approaches are so attractive they lure many engineers into an unreasonable oblivion. Can you really release a safe, quality product with software-only simulation? What...

PCI synchronous serial interface adapter capable of data rates to 128K bps.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... Sealevel Systems, Inc. announced its model ACB-MP.LPCI single channel synchronous serial interface that can be configured for RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, RS-530, RS-530A or V.35 communication protocols. It is capable of data rates to 128K bps,...

Switching modules address ARINC 608A requirements.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... Pickering Interfaces introduced two PXI switching modules to address requirements for ARINC 608A switching in the aerospace market. The products can be supported in any 3U PXI chassis, and they can be supported in a proprietary LXI modular...

I/O module is fully upgradeable and recoverable.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... Accurate Technologies, Inc. introduced its CANverter I/O module that enables bi-directional conversion between CAN and analog/digital signals. Version 2.0 is fully field upgradeable and recoverable. Users can instantly check for channel status...

Software selectable USB analog input modules sample at speeds up to 500 kHz.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... ACCES I/O Products announced its USB-AI16-16A high-speed USB 2.0, 16-bit multifunction analog input board that is suitable for precision measurement, analysis, monitoring and control in many embedded applications. It can sample inputs at speeds...

Multi-I/O PMC offers options for diverse I/O requirements.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... Aitech Defense Systems introduced its M705 multi-I/O PMC that provides a variety of configuration options for different I/O environments. The low power, single-width board features PMC density with up to five dual channel, dual-redundant...

Hardened servo drive for industrial and COTS military uses.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... Copley Controls developed a hardened version of its Series R20 panel-mounting Accelnet servo drive to meet both military and extreme industrial environments. The drive's extended temperature, humidity, vibration and shock ranges provide added...

COM Express module enables high-speed serial interface options.(BOARDS & MODULES)
April 1, 2008... RadiSys Corp. introduced its COM Express module that targets industrial automation, gaming and test/measurement applications. The Procelerant CE945GM2A replaces older ETX technology and enables high-speed serial interface options such as PCI...

Hybrid stepper motors offer low detent torque.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... AMETEK announced its MAE brand HN Series hybrid stepper motors that feature low detent torque to holding torque ratios, promoting smooth operation and the fine positioning capability required for microstep operation. These motors can provide...

Micro-actuator module incorporates piezoelectric motor.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... New Scale Technologies announced the addition of a smaller, lower-power module to its SQL-M line of SQUIGGLE micro-actuator modules. Each module incorporates a piezoelectric SQUIGGLE motor with optical limit switches in a compact polymer...

Electronic timer relays perform in universal applications.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... Phoenix Contact introduced its family of electronic timer relays (ETDs) that offer a range of timing settings and other practical functions. Featuring easy set-up and diagnostics, the ETDs are appropriate for use in universal applications. They...

Modular switch series extends operating life.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... E-Switch announced its Model RP8100 round illuminated pushbutton switch that is available with either a threaded or snap-in panel mount. It is sealed to IP65 standards, and it comes with an LED illumination option. Specifications include an...

SCSR enables local and remote control.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... Electroswitch announced its Series 24 serial control switch relay (SCSR) that facilitates remote control and monitoring of circuit breakers while retaining local control through a manual trip/close handle. An addressable network device with...

Miniature pushbutton switches feature gold plated contacts.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... CIT Relay & Switch introduced its JH Series of momentary input switches which are offered with no LED, one LED or two LEDs. Cap color options include white, black, red, yellow, green, orange, blue, light gray and transparent. Tested electrical...

Thin fans feature low power consumption.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... JaroThermal announced its SuperFlow Micro fan that measures 15 mm X 15 mm X 4 mm while working at 26,000 rpm and producing .3 cfm of forced air. The low level of power consumption, which comes from a 2.5V DC operating voltage makes the fan...

Custom, DC gearmotors employ cut steel gears for high strength.(ELECTROMECHANICAL & MECHANICAL DEVICES)
April 1, 2008... Low cost DC gearmotors for OEM applications are available from Source Engineering, Inc. These 12 mm to 50 mm DC gear-motors are available with cut steel gears for high strength applications, plastic gears for low noise requirements, low cost,...

Evaluation board is supplied as a complete kit.(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
April 1, 2008... Future Technology Devices International Ltd. (FTDI) announced its V-EVAL hardware development platform for Vinculum VNCIL-based embedded USB host designs. Supplied as a complete kit, it includes the V-EVAL development board, power supply, USB...

Motherboards support Intel Core2 Duo and Quad processors.(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
April 1, 2008... ITOX introduced its BL330-BR and BL330-B microATX form factor boards that support Intel Core2 Duo and Quad processors. These motherboards are designed for embedded applications that require a stable revision-controlled platform with long term...

Network security processor PMC card offers dual GbE ports.(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
April 1, 2008... Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing announced its PMC-110 CryptoNet Security PMC rugged embedded security module. The processor PMC (PrPMC) mezzanine module is available in air-cooled and conduction-cooled versions, and features on-board...

GBit Ethernet switch comes in three levels.(EMBEDDED SYSTEMS)
April 1, 2008... The Kontron CP6923 PICMG 2.16 compliant 6U CompactPCI managed Ethernet switch with 24 link ports and two 10 GbE XFP uplink connections comes in three rugged levels defined as R1, R2 and R3. The R2 and R3 versions are available with E2...

Low-power RF receivers feature an integrated FSK and ASK demodulator.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Melexis announced the MLX71120 and MLX71121 integrated RF receiver series of automotive-qualified ICs with dual inputs. These are suited for low-cost antenna applications in unlicensed industrial-scientific-medical and short-range-device...

Digital power controllers integrate active current sharing.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Zilker Labs introduced its ZL2006 and ZL2004 adaptive DC/DC power controllers for maximizing efficiency in power-constrained applications. They include proprietary algorithms that dynamically optimize efficiency as operating conditions change...

Power management IC reduces per phase power loss.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... International Rectifier introduced its iP2005A power management IC that is optimized for low EMI, eliminating the need for external snubber circuits in EMI-sensitive designs such as consumer game consoles. By eliminating external snubbers, it...

Dual-channel, sink/source current DAC for power-supply adjustments.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Maxim Integrated Products introduced its DS4412 dual-channel, sink/source current DAC. This [I.sup.2]C-controlled, 4-bit current DAC features two output channels that are designed for power-supply margin testing and adjustment. Each output...

Transceiver provides ESD protection.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Intersil introduced its ISL3259E RS-485/RS-422 transceiver, an interface IC that combines a 100 Mbps data transmission rate with a low 2.6 mA supply current and 15 kV IEC61000-4-2 ESD (electro-static discharge) protection. The device's ESD...

USB power manager includes 1A regulator.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Linear Technology announced its LTC3566 power manager that targets power management in Li-Ion/Polymer battery applications. Able to manage multiple input sources such as a wall adapter or USB port and the Lithium battery while preferentially...

Single-chip front end reduces external components.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... Ikanos Communications introduced its FXS60IF1 single-chip Integrated Front End (IFE) that integrates the xDSL line driver to reduce external components and power consumption compared to existing systems. The device provides VDSL2 performance...

Precision amplifiers offset drift over temperature.(INTEGRATED CIRCUITS)
April 1, 2008... National Semiconductor introduced a family of micropower precision amplifiers that provides guaranteed maximum offset voltage drift over temperature (TCVOS) as low as [+ or -]0.4 mV per degree Celsius ([micro]V/[degrees]C). The LMP2231 single,...

840 nm SLEDs conform to Bellcor standard.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... AMS Technologies introduced EXA-LOS AG's line of 840 nm super-luminescent light emitting diodes (SLEDs) that typically exhibit 5 mW of optical power in a single mode fiber and a 48 nm, 3 dB spectral bandwidth. The standard light sources are...

QVGA modules feature a touchscreen option.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... Phoenix Display International (PDI), Inc. introduced its line of 5.7" monochrome QVGA modules available in FSTN/gray/positive/transflective or STN/blue/negative/transmissive configurations. These graphic modules (PN G-320240-5.7) allow the user...

Fine binning for white LEDs enhances off-angle color uniformity.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... OSRAM Opto Semiconductors introduced its advanced fine binning for white LEDs that offers improvements in off-angle color uniformity as well as a typical color rendering index (CRI) of 80+. This advanced binning process for white LEDs...

High-power LEDs offer design flexibility.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... Everlight Electronics Co. Ltd. introduced its 1W EHP-AX08/P01 and EHP-AX08/P03 3W high-power LED families. The emitters feature a silicon lens, high luminous flux (up to 90 1m/W) and low thermal resistance (15[degrees]C/W typ.). Contained in an...

LED bulbs feature a 40[degrees] light-emitting viewing angle.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... LEDtronics announced its PAR30-Style LED spotlight bulbs that are made up of five 3W high-power LEDs. They are direct incandescent PAR30 replacements, combining advanced light emitting diode (LED) technologies, standard 25 mm Edison screw-in...

White LED drivers offer output over-current protection.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... Leadis Technology, Inc. announced its LDS8845 and LDS8846 families of no-noise, four-channel white LED drivers that target low-cost handsets and portable products that use low VF white LEDs and low cost TFT-LCD modules. The family offers...

Dual photodiode features minimum footprint.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... PREMA Semiconductor released its PR5001 dual photodiode for the near infrared range with a minimum footprint. An active area of two times 0.75 mm X 1.2 mm comes in a small, clear DFN package with a size of 1.8 mm X 2.9 mm. These silicon...

Multi-sync interface controller meets mil-aero requirements.(OPTOELECTRONICS & DISPLAYS)
April 1, 2008... Digital View introduced its HE-1920 fully buffered multi-sync interface controllers that provide analog and digital connections for large format, high-definition TFT LCDs. They have wide operating temperature and voltage ranges, heightened...

Remote control enclosures target portable electronics.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... OKW Enclosures announced its ergonomic MINITEC enclosures for small, portable electronics which are carried in the hand, in a pocket, on a key ring or on a neck chain. Typical applications include personal safety, detection, monitoring,...

Molded-on socket has a one-piece design.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... The 3M Electronic Solutions Division extended its product line for interconnect products to include an RoHS-compliant, 34 position, 2 mm Molded-On Socket for the 2M Series. The 34 position molded-on socket cable assembly, along with the rest of...

Open access test chassis offers RTM support.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... Elma Electronic, Inc. announced its open frame chassis for test/debugging that does not have side or back walls around the card cage area, leaving it open for easy access. The E-frame was designed with the high power and cooling requirements...

Modular power terminal block saves panel space.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... BlockMaster introduced its Model OTB-351 modular thru-panel modular power terminal block that saves panel space with its tight 8.5 mm terminal spacing. Standard SEMS screws with terminals of nickel plated brass makes the series suitable for...

Cable assemblies perform in space critical applications.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... Lighthorse Technologies, Inc. released its IPX Series of connectors and cable assemblies. The micro-miniature connector is 100 percent form, fit and function compatible with all U.FL Hirose Series interfaces. Because of their small size, the...

Flat cables connect displays to LVDS data interfaces.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... AXON' Cable expanded its AXOLINK line of flat cable assemblies by adding shielded assemblies that include DF-19 (Hirose) and FI/FI-X (JAE) connectors. They are suitable for connecting displays with LVDS data interfaces. The product line...

Inserts provide reusable metal threads in plastics.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... Penn Engineering introduced its SI threaded inserts that provide strong, reusable metal threads in plastics to allow for subsequent access to assemblies when required. These brass, stainless steel or aluminum threaded inserts serve as practical...

Connector series offers vertical and stacked versions.(PACKAGING & INTERCONNECTS)
April 1, 2008... Kycon expanded its HDMI connector series by adding a vertical and a stacked version to the existing KDMIX Series. Both the vertical and the stacked connectors enable the next generation interface for end consumer products such as digital...

HCMOS oscillator offers high frequency stability.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... Connor-Winfield introduced its model X0125 5V voltage controlled oven compensated controlled crystal oscillator (VCOCXO) with an HCMOS output. It is designed for Stratum 3E applications, requiring a low aging rate and tight frequency stability....

Metal strip resistor handles 0.2W.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... Vishay Dale unveiled its 0603-sized SMT metal strip power resistor as the first of its size to provide a 0.2W power rating. Said to provide up to twice the power of a standard WSL0603-type part, features include a resistance range from...

Off-the-shelf EMI filter modules comply to military standards.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... VPT Inc., has added two EMI filters to its new COTS product line, the VPT Series. The new VPTF10-28 (10A) and VPTF20-28 (20A) filter modules provide compliance to MIL-STD-461 C/D/E for conducted emissions in military and avionics DC/DC power...

Thermal management device transports heat.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... International Manufacturing Services (IMS), Inc. introduced its B-Series Therma-Bridge as a simple thermal management device that uses a thermally conductive Aluminum Nitride chip with metallized terminals to transport heat from one location to...

TCXO comes in a reduced LCC package.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... Vectron International announced its Model VTM3 small temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) that offers phase noise performance in a small package (3.2 mm X 2.5 mm), enabling customers in the communications, industrial test and...

Silicon diode array improves communication line protection.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... Littelfuse, Inc. expanded its SP72x Series of SCR diode arrays for electrostatic discharge (ESD) and other over-voltage protection of telecomm and data.com interface circuits. The SP725 is suitable for protection of microprocessor/logic inputs,...

DSL filter is compatible with VDSL2 to 30 MHz.(PASSIVE & DISCRETE COMPONENTS)
April 1, 2008... The Excelsus brand Z-301LS in-line xDSL filter from Pulse is compatible with VDSL2 and can filter frequencies up to 30 MHz. The lightweight 51.3 mm X 19.6 mm X 19.0 mm filter has good intermodulation distortion performance which allows the...

Power supplies feature remote sensing capability.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Acopian announced its narrow profile WN8 Series of power supplies with outputs from 3.3V DC to 48V DC and from 120W to 288W in compliance with the requirements of UL508. They can be used on an input of 90V AC to 265V AC, or 110V DC to 350V DC....

PMUs combine three step-down DC/DC converters.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Advanced Analogic Technologies, Inc. announced its models AAT2784 and AAT2785 mini-power management units (PMUs) that combine three step-down DC/DC converters in a single monolithic IC. Targeted at portable devices, the three-channel units...

Power supplies provide the five voltages needed for servers, industrial computers.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Lambda launched its ZWX Series of industrial low profile ATX open frame AC/DC computer power supplies for server and industrial computer applications. These supplies provide the five voltages needed for high-end industrial computers including...

Power supply provides adjustable output voltages.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Protek Power North America announced its PM650 Series of 650W AC/DC switching power supplies that offer a design and compliance to worldwide EN60101-1 medical safety standards. The series has a power factor corrected universal input and single,...

Synchronous buck regulator features built-in sequencing.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Micrel, introduced its Model MIC22400 fully integrated 4A synchronous buck regulator for powering systems from 3.3V and 5V supply rails. With operating frequency programmable from 800 kHz to 4 MHz, it features built-in sequencing, tracking and...

Supercapacitors permit low temperature operation.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Tecate Industries announced its CAP-XX ultra-thin G series of general-purpose supercapacitors. Comprised of the GS Series and the GW Series of single-cell and dual-cell supercapacitors, the RoHS-compliant parts have low impedance and a low...

Inverter provides power for cold start displays.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Endicott Research Group released its E220 Series DC/AC inverter that combines up to 12W of output power with a vacuum-encapsulated design to ensure reliable CCF lamp ignition for LCDs used in outside, cold storage or other low-temperature...

MOSFETS target DC/DC applications.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. expanded its power semiconductor line with a family of high-speed switching MOSFETs based on UMOS VI-H which enables a reduction in gate switch charge and on-state resistance ([R.sub.DS(ON)]),...

DC/DC converter features a small footprint.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Murata Electronics introduced its Model MPD6S022S DC/DC point-of-load (POL) non-isolated converter that measures 21 mm X 9 mm X 21 mm in a SIL package, minimizing layout real estate. It provides 10.8W with high efficiency (up to 95 percent) and...

DC/DC railway converter features plug-in format.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Absopulse Electronics announced its DCW 150R-EH Series plug-in DC/DC converter with wide input ranges for railway and other heavy-duty applications. It can be operated from 48V DC (28V to 74V range), 72V DC (42V to 110V) or 110V DC (57V to...

Metered power distribution units feature centralized configuration.(POWER SOURCES)
April 1, 2008... Tripp Lite expanded its line of power distribution units (PDUs) to provide options in power capacity, form factor and management. Most of the models feature a proprietary built-in network interface that allows users to remotely monitor and...

Brake pedal effort sensor features high overload protection.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... The Automotive Sensors division of PCB Piezotronics released a series of pedal effort load cells for automotive test applications that include brake development, drivability, vehicle handling, and legislative and safety testing. Designed to...

Analog output encoder survives harsh environments.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Micronor, Inc. announced its ENA361M (hollow shaft) and ESA361M (solid shaft) series ruggedized high resolution analog output absolute encoders that provide 12-bit resolution with a choice of analog output for high reliability industrial...

Dual output draw works encoder for oil field applications.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... BEI Industrial Encoders introduced its dual output draw works HS35 encoder for oil field applications which combines rugged, heavy-duty features into a through-shaft style for use as a winch-turns counter in the draw works system of oil rigs....

Precalibrated position sensor serves as potentiometer replacement.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Macro Sensors introduced its LP750 Series position sensors that are hermetically sealed, friction-less, and they can serve as long-life replacements for failing potentiometers in a range of industrial position measurement applications such as...

Mini triax accelerometers target space-constrained applications.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Dytran Instruments, Inc. unveiled its 3023M20 miniature triaxial accelerometer for use in applications where space is at a premium. The instrument weighs 2.4g with a vertical dimension of 0.28". It contains three miniature quartz laminar shear...

Load cell sensors and board provide digital or analog output.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Loadstar Sensors, Inc. announced its iLoad Mini miniature load cell, and the DQ-1000 signal conditioning board that enable three different outputs: digital USB, 0.5V to 4.5V analog or 2 mV/V. The sensor offers ease of use in a rugged, low...

Data logger features a flexible probe.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Omega Engineering, Inc. announced its Model OM-CP-HITEMP-150FP small, rugged, reusable temperature data logger for deployment in harsh environments. This data logger comes standard with a flexible silicone rubber cable, penetration style...

High accuracy resistance temperature detector simulator.(SENSORS)
April 1, 2008... Pickering Interfaces introduced its Model 40-262 high accuracy resistance temperature detector simulator that is an 18-channel variable resistor module designed to simulate the operation of PT100 and PT1000 RTDs with resolution and accuracy in...

Radio communication analyzers test high data rates.(TEST & MEASUREMENT)
April 1, 2008... Anritsu Company introduced its HSDPA high data rate and W-CDMA Band XI test options for its MT8820B/MT8815B radio communication analyzers to create single-instrument systems for testing next-generation high data rates and Tx/Rx characteristics....

Test system measures passive intermodulation.(TEST & MEASUREMENT)
April 1, 2008... Boonton, a Wireless Telecom Group company, introduced its PIM 20 ultra portable test system for passive intermodulation. The device is battery-driven and self-calibrating. When connected to a component or system, users can read the measurement...

Thoughts on communication buses.(Brainstorm)
April 1, 2008... Q: As electronic networks become more data-intensive and intelligent subsystems increase in number and complexity, bandwidth limits, signal interference, and device compatibility issues become important concerns. What are some ways that an...