FTM 23-vii articles

The Microchip WFI32E01PC combines a MIPS32 core-based microcontroller with a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi^® radio and a hardware secure element to enable safe, authenticated connection to IoT cloud services such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.

STL320N4LF8 and STL325N4LF8AG MOSFETs from STMicroelectronics, based on new STripFET F8 technology, offer low on-resistance and switching losses, while supporting high switching speeds of up to 1 MHz.

The surface-mount PRG series from Murata provides a flexible set of trip-current options. Compact dimensions make these thermistors suitable for use in space-constrained products such as smartphones.

The GU series of PhotoMOS^® solid-state relays from Panasonic offers high isolation ratings for use in industrial automation equipment, while providing longer life and a lower failure rate than traditional electromechanical relays.

Read this to find out about: 

• The risk of thermal runaway when diodes operate in reverse bias
• The factors which affect a diode’s susceptibility to thermal runaway
• A comparison of various diode technologies’ thermal stability in reverse-bias conditions

The XMC7000 MCUs from Infineon, with multi-core architecture, provide a rich set of communications interfaces and analog functions. System operation is supported by robust hardware security capabilities.

The STMicroelectronics SensorTile.box PRO kit features motion and pressure sensors and a microphone, supported by a 32-bit microcontroller and Bluetooth^® Low Energy radio. ST software libraries and algorithms accelerate application development.

The NCN26010 Ethernet controller from onsemi offers high noise immunity, maintaining reliable connectivity over a long range even in noisy industrial environments, and offers multiple node support to reduce the cost of installation.

Panasonic supplies multiple series of polarized power relays to meet the needs of many applications. These relays offer substantially lower power consumption than other types of electromechanical relay, with low self-heating.

VULCON™ connectors from NorComp give designers a flexible choice of board-mounting options. Systems based on the VULCON circular connectors can keep signal integrity high even in the presence of strong noise sources.

High-performance cameras based on PYTHON CMOS image sensors from onsemi, a commercial off-the-shelf product, were selected for their global shutter capability, small optical format, high speed and versatility.

The BridgeSwitch™ family of integrated half-bridges from Power Integrations combines power switches and their drivers alongside motor phase current sensing in a single, compact package as an ideal solution for new heat pump designs.

The STM32WB1MMC from STMicroelectronics provides a ready-made implementation of a Bluetooth^®-based system, including a 2.4 GHz radio, dual-core MCU, antenna and power circuit, backed by a royalty-free protocol stack.

RECOM RPX modules’ outstanding thermal performance and innovative 3D Power Package technology enable fanless operation at high ambient temperatures while supplying output currents up to 4.0 A.

The SiR5x0DP MOSFETs from Vishay, built with the fifth generation of TrenchFET technology, offer a step-up in performance, reducing both on-resistance and gate charge for lower switching and conduction losses.

The ETQPxMxxxKVx series from Panasonic features a special metal composite core which offers performance advantages over competing power choke products, and saves space when replacing traditional ferrite products.

RL78/G16 microcontrollers from Renesas are well suited to home appliances thanks to their high temperature tolerance and high touch sensitivity, supporting placement near to heat and noise generators such as motors.

The Infineon EZ-USB™ FX3 is a portfolio of USB 5 Gbps peripheral controllers which provides a programmable interface to devices such as processors and image sensors on one side, and a PC on the other.

ix Industrial™ connectors support data rates up to 10 Gbits/s. Available in a wide range of mounting styles for various cable sizes, the ix Industrial connectors can be positioned closely side-by-side on a single PCB.

M95P EEPROM products from STMicroelectronics provide an all-in-one solution for ultra low-power systems that require an external non-volatile memory to manage firmware downloaded over-the-air, data logging, or event recording.

The CUI Inc PSK-10D-T family are encapsulated 10 W ac-dc power supplies that provide the wide temperature range, managed EMI emissions and safety ratings required for use in factory and industrial systems.

Designs benefit from careful evaluation of components’ efficiency, precision and ease of integration. This review of the portfolio of onsemi products suggests ideal components for use in AMRs.

Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) offer many benefits including improved safety and higher efficiency compared to vehicles piloted by humans. The safe and independent operation of these complex systems requires the careful integration of many technologies. The design considerations for two vital AMR systems, power management, and motion control, can be implemented with the latest components from onsemi.

ROHM BD71631QWZ battery charger IC’s compact package and compatibility with single-cell lithium-ion batteries makes it suitable for popular consumer devices such as earbuds and computer peripherals.

The Vishay VCNT2030 reflective IR sensor module integrates a laser emitter, photodetector and supporting components into a compact, surface-mount package.

The STPSTxH100xx power Schottky diodes from STMicroelectronics are based on trench technology which optimizes the forward voltage/reverse current trade-off for a given silicon die area.

The UHS family of fuses from SCHURTER offers a breaking capacity of up to 2 kA, to enable galvanic isolation of low-voltage lithium-ion batteries in safety extra-low voltage (SELV) applications.

The 6780 series of connectors from KYOCERA AVX provides a standards-compliant way to produce single-pair Ethernet equipment, simplifying network architectures and lowering bill-of-materials and installation costs.

The dsPIC33C digital signal controllers from Microchip combine fast DSP functionality with microcontroller features and analog peripherals, to enable implementation of complete motor- or power-system designs with a single chip.

The ISO808 switches from STMicroelectronics provide a wide range of protection functions against electrical and thermal faults. Development boards and configuration software ease integration of the switches into industrial equipment designs.

The ISZ113N10NM5LF from Infineon provides the robust performance required in power sourcing equipment (PSE) for reliably powering connected powered devices.

The SF-M relay from Panasonic offers safety standard compliance, making it ideal for use in industrial and building automation applications that have special safety requirements.

onsemi, which supplies a wide range of MOSFETs and power transistors, explains the factors to take into account when designing sensored or sensorless motor-control systems.

Vishay SiP32433A/B and SiP32434A/B load switches provide settable limits for over- and under-voltage protection, and block voltage surges and inrush currents over a wide input-voltage range, with either latch off or auto-retry.

AP62500 and AP62800 dc-dc converters from Diodes Incorporated provide the freedom to create the smallest possible point-of-load power supply, or the most efficient. Low EMI and fast transient response ensure excellent performance in consumer applications.

The BALFHB-WL-0xD3 integrated passive devices from STMicroelectronics provide a space-saving alternative to antenna-matching circuits built from discrete devices, and are easier and quicker to implement in wireless systems.

The surface-mount ECX-31B crystal from ECS Inc. is ideal for industrial applications, and offers various load capacitance options. These crystals are recommended for use in STMicroelectronics microcontroller and microprocessor reference designs.

The MCS1805 from Monolithic Power Systems is a space-saving option for current sensing in motors and power systems. Its SOIC-8 package has a small footprint, and the sensor requires few external components.