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The AL17052 from Diodes Incorporated steps a mains voltage input down to a fixed 5 V output, providing a well regulated supply to devices which require low power consumption in standby mode.

The NXH800H120L7QDSG power module from onsemi features new field stop trench technology which results in lower losses. Extensive testing assures the reliability of the module in harsh and demanding operating conditions.

The third-generation VS-3C 650 V silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky diodes from Vishay offer low forward voltage drop, capacitive charge, and reverse leakage current in devices with current ratings ranging from 4 A to 40 A.

The STM32U083 line microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics integrate multiple functions alongside an Arm^® Cortex^®-M0+ 32-bit RISC core, including an LCD controller, generous memory capacity, and a broad range of analog peripherals.

The STM32CubeU0 embedded software package from STMicroelectronics includes low-level utilities and interfaces, middleware, and an operating system to enable the developer to start working with STM32U0 series MCUs quickly and easily.

The IX4341 and IX4342 from Littelfuse feature short propagation delays and fast rise and fall times. With a choice of industry-standard package styles, these gate drivers are easy to integrate into power-system designs.

New silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs from Infineon are based on its second-generation CoolSiC™ technology. These 400 V-rated MOSFETs offer higher efficiency than 650 V SiC MOSFETs in the power circuit supplying AI processors.

The STMicroelectronics STPSC20H12G2-TR uses a silicon carbide substrate to provide superior electrical and thermal characteristics, and can handle high voltage surges to give robust performance across a range of applications.

The new ZUU conductive polymer hybrid aluminum capacitors from Panasonic Industry feature high ripple-current handling capability combined with high capacitance and low ESR values.

The Renesas RA0 series of microcontrollers provides an entry point into 32-bit processing, with essential functions and very low power, cost and size.

The Flexible Software Package for Renesas RA Family microcontrollers provides a comprehensive set of firmware and middleware components, to give designers a head start in developing MCU-based products.

The innovative package of the Vishay SiHR080N60E superjunction MOSFET is lower than a standard D2PAK and offers better thermal performance, giving higher power density in power supply circuits.

Power-system designers have long used IGBTs in a half-bridge topology in applications such as solar inverters and motor drives. Recent experience shows that I- and T-type topologies can offer important advantages over the half-bridge. 

Part of a broad portfolio of gate-drive modules, the RECOM R9C1T18/R isolated dc-dc converter module’s programmable output is compatible with all types of power switch, including the latest wide bandgap semiconductor devices. 

The third-generation VS-3C 1,200 V silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky diodes from Vishay offer low forward voltage drop, capacitive charge, and reverse leakage current in diodes with current ratings ranging from 5 A to 40 A.

STMicroelectronics has launched the STSPIN32G0 series of integrated motor controller/drivers for brushless dc and permanent magnet synchronous motors. Combining a three-phase driver and microcontroller, the STSPIN32G0 saves space and simplifies motor designs.

The PGG6457NL transformers from YAGEO, which provide high isolation in low-voltage applications, are available with various options for the winding ratio. YAGEO also supplies the PMG6457NL transformers for automotive applications.

The ECX-12R crystal from ECS Inc, which produces a frequency output of 32.768 kHz, is rated for operation over a broad industrial temperature range. Low drive power makes it suitable for use in wearable devices.

The SCT025W120G3-4AG MOSFET from STMicroelectronics, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of SiC devices, enables faster switching, lowers losses and improves thermal management in automotive and industrial applications.

The new HXE20xxHL series from YAGEO is available with support for a range of working voltages up to 1.5 kV, for use in high-voltage battery and energy storage systems and emergency back-up power supplies.

Hirose supplies the DF22 series of connectors to provide a reliable, high-power connector for robots, smart meters and other industrial devices. The DF22 center lock termination saves space and eases assembly.

TE Connectivity (TE) provides the AMPSEAL cable-to-board connector family to provide heavy-duty connections for applications including off-highway vehicles and construction equipment.

The STMicroelectronics STM32WB09 line Bluetooth^® wireless microcontrollers support the latest Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4 specification, enabling designers to implement advanced features such as real-time location finding and indoor positioning.

The STM32CubeWB0 embedded software package from STMicroelectronics includes low-level utilities and interfaces, middleware, a protocol stack and operating system to enable the developer to start working with ST wireless MCUs quickly and easily.

Nexperia has expanded its energy harvesting portfolio with the release of the NEH7100BU, a PMIC which provides new power management features including battery protection, an LDO regulator and USB charging.

In the new PWD5T60, STMicroelectronics has integrated gate drivers, power MOSFETs, bootstrap diodes, and high-speed protection functions in a single package, reducing the board space occupied by motor drive circuits.

The SE20x, SE30x, and SE40x rectifiers from Vishay offer higher current ratings than competing rectifiers in conventional packages that have a bigger footprint. Excellent electrical characteristics help to increase system efficiency.

The latest NCU and NCP thermistors from Murata offer good temperature measurement performance at low cost over a broad temperature range. Automotive-grade versions of the NCU product handle a wide temperature range.

The latest NIC Components NDRW supercapacitors, offering capacitance up to 70 F, are also ideal for use as back-up power supplies and to provide a peak power boost in battery-powered systems.

The NCD57252 from onsemi offers flexible configurations for use in industrial power supplies and solar energy systems. The NCV57252 variant is AEC-Q100 qualified and PPAP capable for use in automotive applications.

Compact new HE-A power relay from Panasonic offers 110 A carrying and 90 A switching capability, and provides an affordable switching solution for high-power energy management applications.

The STMicroelectronics STBR3012L2Y-TR rectifier features ultra-low conduction losses and a low forward voltage drop, to give high efficiency in power-converter circuits.

The new SRP1 family of solid-state relays from Littelfuse provides a long-lived alternative to traditional electro-mechanical relays, thanks to the absence of moving parts. Suitable for high-current circuits up to 50 A. 

The SA1 series of surface-mount power modules from YAGEO provides a wide range of options for both input and output voltage.

By Steve Albuquerque
Asia Region Business Development Manager for Energy Innovation, Future Electronics

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