Microchip Technology has introduced the MCP9604, a four-channel I2C thermocouple conditioning integrated circuit designed for precision temperature measurement in production-line applications. The device addresses thermal measurement requirements in chemical and food processing, manufacturing process control, medical and HVAC equipment, and refrigerated or cryogenic environments. The MCP9604 provides ± 1.5°C accuracy through a single-chip solution that […]
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Board-mounted tactile switches focus on durability
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of the KSC PF Series sealed tactile switches for surface-mount technology (SMT). These compact, IP67-rated momentary action switches deliver enhanced environmental protection through a unique extended cage design that simplifies the potting process and improves long-term durability in harsh environments. Engineered to support rugged applications across industrial, transportation, medical, aerospace, and […]
MPU features dual-layer PCB compatibility and 2D graphics engine for HMI systems
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced a new high-performance microprocessor (MPU) in the RTOS-based RZ/A series that meets the growing demands of advanced human-machine interface (HMI) systems. The new RZ/A3M MPU comes with large SDRAM, SRAM, and RTOS support to facilitate the seamless execution of complex tasks and real-time graphical displays. The RZ/A3M drives video and camera […]
Side-actuated switch designed for space-constrained applications in consumer electronics
Littelfuse, Inc. announces the C&K Switches PTS845 Series Side-Actuated Tactile Switch with extended durability. The PTS845 Series features dimensions of 4.5 x 3.4 x 3.3 mm and provides operating forces of 80, 160, and 260 gf. The switch incorporates a bracket peg design for PCB mounting stability and offers a lifespan rated for 1,000,000 cycles. […]
Front-end module supports Thread and Matter IoT protocols
pSemi Corporation announced the introduction of the world’s smallest integrated PA-LNA-SW Internet of Things (IoT) FEM: the PE562212. Designed in support of Thread and Matter connectivity protocols, industry frameworks that focus on simplifying connected experiences, the PE562212 is an ultra-compact multi-protocol 2.4-GHz FEM with industry-leading noise figure that enables extended wireless range. With a 14-lead […]
Laser driver IC integrated gate driver with logic level input for ToF applications
EPC announces the introduction of the EPC21701, a laser driver that monolithically integrates an 80 V, 40 A FET with gate driver and 3.3 logic level input into a single chip for time-of-flight lidar systems used in robotics, surveillance systems, and vacuum cleaners. It is tailored to lidar systems for gesture recognition, time of flight […]
Computer-on-modules boost performance with new processors
congatec announces the availability of COM-HPC and COM Express Computer-on-Modules based on high-end 13th Gen Intel Core processors in BGA assembly. congatec expects series production of OEM designs based on these new modules to ramp up quickly and massively as the new processors with long-life availability offer vast improvements in many features yet are fully […]
High-efficiency antennas optimized for small Wi-Fi6 and Wi-Fi6E devices
Antenova Ltd is announcing three antennas for Wi-Fi6 and Wi-fi6E. They are a surface-mounted antenna, a flexible antenna, and an external antenna for Wi-Fi6 and Wi-Fi6E. All three antennas use the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands and support IEEE standards 802.11a/b/g/j/n/ac/ax. The SMD antenna, named Billi, part number SR43W078, measures 15 mm x 6 mm […]
Wi-Fi 11b/g/n+ MCU module features Arm Cortex-M4F MCU
Murata Power Solutions announced the availability of its new Type ABR Wi-Fi 11b/g/n+MCU module with PCB antenna. Based on NXP Semiconductor’s 88MW320 wireless microcontroller, the product supports Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n up to 72.2Mbps PHY data rate with an integrated 200MHz Arm Cortex-M4F MCU for host-side applications. The module offers a complete network controller solution via a […]
Search engine for electronics design allows engineers to visualize and download CAD models
SnapEDA, the first search engine for electronics design, and PUI Audio, an industry leader in audio and haptic components, have collaborated to launch the SnapEDA Viewer, an online experience that allows engineers to visualize and download CAD models for PUI Audio products. To save engineers weeks of design work, SnapEDA created the first search engine […]
