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Code Operated Switch Device uses solid-state switches.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:13 -0500

Model 7288SS DB25, 4-port Code Operated Switch allows sharing of one device among 4 separate devices on ports 1, 2, 3, and 4. Network switch maintains last set position on power loss and returns to position upon restoration of power. Unit is controlled using remote commands via data stream of common port to switch it and change lock state. Pins 1-8 and 20 of DB25 interfaces are switched and all DB25 ports function as DCE ports.

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Multi-layer Varistor minimizes signal distortion.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:39 -0500

Housed in 0402 case, 0.5 pF AntennaGuard SPV Series MLV provides 1 nS response time to ESD strikes and can withstand 100 successive strikes at 8 kV. Bi-directional transient voltage suppressor delivers 0.47 pF capacitance at 15 V rating, providing one-chip solution for protecting high-speed digital interface, HDMI, analog sensor, Flex Ray, GPS antenna, and RF amplifier circuit applications against ESD events.

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Zener Diode Barriers include features for hazardous areas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:56 -0500

Offering both relay and solid-state switch models, MZB Series limits excess energy before it reaches hazardous area. Units feature removable terminals, bussed power feed, and channels as small as 6.3 mm wide. Each channel is fitted with 2 stages of pulse-tested Zener diodes and infallible terminating resistor. If electrical fault occurs in non-hazardous area of barrier, Zener diodes limit voltage available to hazardous area circuits, while series resistance limits current.

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FPGAs integrate 11.3 Gbps transceivers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:39 -0500

With 36 transceiver channels operating from 2.488-11.3 Gbps, Stratix® IV GT EP4S100G2 FPGAs meet bandwidth requirements for next-generation framer, MAC, bridging, and switching applications for 100-Gigabit Ethernet and 100-Gigabit Optical Transport Networks. Single-chip devices meet IEEE 802.3 standard for 100G systems and offer jitter performance to meet 10G, 40G, and 100G protocol specifications. Other features include 0.95 V core power, noise filtering, and 230K logic elements.

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SMT Resistor Networks feature 5 x 5 x 1 mm package.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:02 -0500

Quad-precision, thin film SMT resistor networks in QFN series are contained in 20-pin no-lead package with 0.65 mm pitch. They offer tolerances to ±0.05% and stable film and performance characteristics of 500 ppm at +70°C for 2,000 hr. Resistance values can be different for each resistor in networks and range from 100 W/resistor to 500 kW/package. Operating in temperatures from -55 to +125°C, products are qualified to Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 per J-STD-020 and are flame-resistant.

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FPGAs feature up to 820 K logic elements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:54:00 -0500

Intended for high-end digital applications, 40 nm Stratix® IV E FPGA Series features 4 devices ranging in density from 230 to 820 K logic elements. Model EP4SE820 provides 650 K registers and 23.1 Mbits of 600 MHz embedded memory, as well as 960 18 x 18 multipliers running up to 550 MHz, 1,120 I/Os, and 1.25 Gbps LVDS performance. Devices are suitable for ASIC prototyping and emulation, wireline, wireless, military, and computer and storage applications.

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Programmable Logic Device features high-density design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:54:00 -0500

Providing instant-on, non-volatile advantage, MAX II® CPLDs come in packages as small as 5 x 5 mm and are rated for commercial (0 to +85°C) and industrial (-40 to +100°C) temperature ranges. Rated for zero standby power, products feature in-system programmability and power consumption as low as 25 µA. Density and I/O combination suit power-sensitive applications spanning industrial, computer, and office automation as well as medical and consumer devices.

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FPGA features 36 embedded transceivers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:54:00 -0500

Providing 230 K logic elements, 13.9 Mbits of embedded memory, and 1,288 18 x 18 multipliers, 40 nm Stratix® IV GX EP4SGX230 FPGA is suited for variety of high-speed backplane and cabling interfaces, chip-to-chip interconnects, and protocol-bridging applications. Embedded transceivers offer optimal jitter performance at data rates from 600 Mbps to 8.5 Gbps. They support PCI® Express Gen1 and Gen2, Serial RapidIO®, Gigabit Ethernet, XAUI, CPRI, CEI 6G, GPON, SFI-5.1, and Interlaken.

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Metal Oxide Varistor is lead-free and halogen-free.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:54:00 -0500

With operating voltage up to 510 Vac, surface mount SM7 Series provides over-voltage protection and transient suppression, and is designed for continuous operation across AC power lines. RoHS-compliant device is based on radial 7 mm internal varistor element and is housed in nylon molded package with tin-plated terminal. Operating at ambient temperatures up to 85°C with peak pulse current of 1,200 A, unit is suitable for AC power meters, detectors and sensors, plug-in cards, and remote controls.

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Varistor Series delivers high peak surge current ratings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:35 -0500

Able to withstand peak surge current up to 22 kA at single 8/20 µs pulse, Ultra MOV(TM) 25S series can protect against lightning striking interference and abnormal power source from incoming power lines. Standard 25 X 25 mm square, radial lead package has straight leads and is RoHS-compliant. Supporting operating voltages from 115-750 Vac, product is also available as phenolic coated option that enables operating temperatures up to 125°C.

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Power Management IC suits portable multimedia devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:39:39 -0500

Model WM8320 power management IC (PMIC) features 4 DC-DC synchronous regulators, 2 of which are 1.2 A regulators that incorporate BuckWise(TM) technology, which allows PMICs to adapt to shifts in power requirements as functions are switched on/off by user. Measuring 7 x 7 mm, it integrates 10 LDOs and two 1 A regulators that can be grouped together for combined 1.6 A output. Unit's EEPROM interface lets product designers override one-time programmable memory as many times as desired.

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Multilayer Varistor features 100 pF capacitance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:39:30 -0500

Designed to clamp transients and filter EMI, 0201 TransGuard® Series provides protection to sensitive circuits from over-voltage conditions caused by ESD, lightning, NEMP, and inductive switching. Device can also withstand up to 1,000 strikes at 8 kV contact with sub 1 nS response time for ESD events and leakage current of less than 5 µA at rated voltage. With 5.6 V rating, miniature bi-directional transient voltage suppressor provides minimal signal distortion.

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Varistors exhibit low leakage current of 1 µA max.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:41:02 -0500

Rated at 18 V, UltraGuard Multilayer Ceramic Varistors feature non-linear, bi-directional voltage-current characteristics similar to back-to-back zener diodes with EMC capacitor in parallel. Zinc Oxide-based units offer multi-strike capabilities and will survive 1,000 strikes at 15 kV contact ESD. Available in low and high capacitance versions ranging from 40-3,000 pF, varistors are suited for transient protection applications where extended battery life is required.

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Photovoltaic Metallization Paste is lead free.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:02:54 -0500

Targeted at PV cell and module manufacturers, environmentally friendly DuPont(TM) Solamet® PV173 photovoltaic metallization paste for crystalline silicon solar cells provide high adhesion, and enable advanced fine line designs down to 80 microns. It is compatible with lead free Solamet® PV502 and PV505 tab silver pastes, and PV38x aluminum pastes.

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Semiconductor Assemblies offer range of electronic options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:30:40 -0500

Featuring voltages from 100-20,000 V and currents ranging from 30-3,000 A, Semiconductor Assemblies come in single, double, or 3-phase circuit configurations. Units are also available as full bridge or as series stacks and AC or static switches. Bus bars, gate firing circuits, fuses, snubbers, blowers, and fans are optional. Typical applications include power supplies, AC/DC and static converters, AC phase controllers, UPS, and motor starters.

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Optical Amplifier is suitable for WDM and DWDM networks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:31 -0500

Model R-SOA-EAM-1550 monolithically integrates semiconductor optical amplifier with reflective electro-absorption modulator, combining high optical gain with high-speed modulation. Unit also offers low sensitivity to input polarization, suiting it for DWDM transmission at speeds of 10 Gbps over fiber optic links of up to 80 km. It can be used across entire C-band and is compatible with HyBoard® photonic integration platform.

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Optical Amplifier is capable of uncooled operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:28:02 -0500

SOA-R-OEC-1550-CO high signal gain reflective semiconductor optical amplifier is coaxially packaged in pigtailed TO-56 can and is capable of uncooled operation over extended temperature range, making it suitable for applications including sensor networks and WDM-PONs. It uses buried InP heterostructure design and offers over 20 dB of signal gain across C-band at temperatures up to 70°C. Device also incorporates monitor photodiode.

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Software Defined Radio targets 4G wireless applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:27:59 -0500

Programmable and reconfigurable nGEN Elemental Computing Array platform is designed for multi-mode, multi-band, and multi-functional 4G wireless applications. It enables users to develop applications as software, which then can be modified, replaced, and managed for deployment of new standards and feature sets. System is built around massively parallel, multi-threaded ECA architecture, which provides accelerated, high-data rate, and low latency processing.

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Prototype FPGAs help build space-flight systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:29:16 -0500

RTAX-DSP prototype devices enable hardware demonstration and timing validation of designs targeted to Actel RTAX-DSP space-flight FPGAs. They have same pin assignment, mechanical footprint, and identical timing properties as their space-qualified counterparts. RTAX-DSP space-flight FPGAs add embedded radiation-tolerant multiply-accumulate blocks to industry-standard RTAX-S product family, resulting in increased performance and utilization when implementing arithmetic functions.

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Miniature Multi-layer Varistors have capacitance of 50 pF.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:29:08 -0500

Offering 5.6 V rating in 0201 case size, miniature Transguard® Series multi-layer varistors are suited for use in handheld devices, including cell phones and PDAs, as well as embedded components such as hearing aids and camera modules. Featuring sub-1 nsec response time to ESD strike, products have multiple strike capability up to 1,000 strikes at 8 kV of contact. Devices have leakage current of less than 5 µA at rated voltage.

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