FTM 26-i articles
650V SiC Schottky diodes offer high efficiency and low figure-of-merit
The DSCxxA065LP silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky diodes from Diodes Incorporated produce low switching and conduction losses, helping to improve conversion efficiency in power-supply and motor-drive systems.
Rugged new 1,200V SiC power module handles extreme high-power throughputs
The F3L8MXTR12C2M2Q_H11 power module from Infineon, based on the latest silicon-carbide (SiC) trench MOSFET with .XT interconnection technology, has a robust package design and provides efficient thermal pathways, for rugged high-power designs.
NFC I2C bridge tag for contactless authentication and configuration of IoT devices
The Infineon OPTIGA™ Authenticate NBT is an NFC Type 4 tag with an I2C interface, providing a contactless bridge between an NFC reader such as a smartphone and a host microcontroller.
Ranging sensor detects objects accurately across up to 64 zones
The VL53L8CX, a multi-zone direct time-of-flight (ToF) sensor from STMicroelectronics, features an innovative optical design which achieves uniform sensitivity and accurate ranging across the field of view.
Circuit simulation: what is required to produce accurate outputs?
In this Design Note, Alain Stas, a product engineer at Vishay, describes how well a managed simulation of a network of Vishay PTCEL67 thermistors helps with the optimization of a capacitor pre-charging circuit.
Power management ICs provide single-chip solutions for PoE
The PD77020 power controller and PD77728 power manager from Microchip provide highly integrated solutions for power-over-Ethernet (PoE), giving designers an easy way to implement the technology while reducing board footprint.
Offline switcher achieves 92% efficiency in classic flyback topology
The Power Integrations TinySwitch-5 family of integrated offline switcher ICs improves conversion efficiency in low- and mid-power flyback converters with an output of up to 175W.
Secure MCU’s high-quality signal-processing eases design of EV chargers
The PSOC™ Control C3M microcontroller family from Infineon helps developers create high-performance motor-control systems and EV chargers thanks to dedicated hardware features, PSA Certified Level 2 security, and a library of application software in the ModusToolbox™ platform.
USB-C protection IC reduces component count in PD controller designs
The STMicroelectronics TCPP03-M20 provides port protection in USB Type-C® Power Delivery (PD) applications, managing protection on provider and consumer paths for a cost-effective implementation of dual-role power systems up to 100W.
High-voltage automotive fuses maintain stability under vibration and arc stress
The ADO fuses from SCHURTER combine fast response to over-currents with strong mechanical resilience, making them ideal for applications in electric vehicle batteries and chargers.
650V SiC MOSFET increases efficiency and power density in vehicle systems
The NVBG075N065SC1 from onsemi is a 650V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET which features low gate charge and output capacitance, reducing switching losses in high-frequency converter and inverter circuits.
New MCUs deploy near-threshold chip design to boost power efficiency
The launch of the ultra-low-power STM32U3 series microcontrollers by STMicroelectronics has created new opportunities for IoT device manufacturers to extend the run-time of small batteries without compromising system performance or security.
Hybrid capacitors boost efficiency and reliability of battery management systems
Hybrid polymer electrolytic capacitors from Panasonic offer the best features of liquid-electrolyte and conductive polymer capacitors, enabling battery system manufacturers to save space and improve stability.
140°C floating connector resists vibration and misalignment in vehicle ECUs
The FX26 series from Hirose are board-to-board connectors for high-temperature environments. A floating structure decouples board movement, supporting reliable stacking near heat and vibration sources.
80V MOSFET provides space-saving alternative to traditional TO-263 package
The SiEH4800EW from Vishay is an 80V N-channel MOSFET based on fourth-generation TrenchFET technology which is notable for its low on-resistance, low gate charge and a PowerPAK® package.
750V SiC MOSFETs increase efficiency in automotive and industrial power systems
The new second generation (G2) 750V CoolSiC™ MOSFETs from Infineon offer high switching efficiency and robust performance, including tolerance of extreme short-circuit and temperature conditions.
Low-power page EEPROM combines robust data logging and firmware storage
STMicroelectronics has introduced the M95P32 series of EEPROM to provide a faster and lower-power alternative to Flash for non-volatile memory applications. The EEPROM are available in industrial and extended temperature ranges.
Low-ozone ionizer produces increased negative ion output for ventilation systems
The MHM332 Ionissimo™ ionizer module from Murata provides improved air purification performance compared to the earlier MHM305, without increasing the generation of ozone, which is harmful to human health at elevated levels.
Industrial fuse features bolt-down terminals for secure installation
The colour-coded BAT1 family of bolt-down fuses from Eaton gives protection of up to 200A in high-power applications, in addition to enabling robust mounting and simple replacement.
Intelligent IMU detects low-g and high-g events simultaneously
The ISM6HG256X sensor module from STMicroelectronics can be used to track both slow-motion events, such as the tilting of a display user interface, and fast events such as shock or impact.