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PCB Prototyping Board measures 4 x 4 in.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:43:26 -0500

Through hole prototyping board features offset traced rows of holes on ¾ of board, and ¼ of board has untraced holes. Unit has 2 columns of power and ground strips, and every 10th row is silk-screened to aid with part placement. Device can be connected to ground with mounting holes. PCB is also scored to break in half.

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Micropower, 3V Voltage Reference suits portable applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:34:32 -0500

Supplied in 2.9 x 2.3 mm SOT23 package, MAX6010 offers PSRR of 51 dB (typ) at 2 kHz to facilitate design of applications with electrically noisy environments. It has 200 mV dropout voltage and 3 µA (typ) supply current independent of supply voltage. Suited for portable and battery-operated applications, solution operates from 3.2-5.5 V input and has output of 3.0 V. Reference has initial accuracy of ±0.2% (A grade) and ±0.4% (B grade) as well as temperature drift of 16 ppm/°C (typ).

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Dimensional Gage performs pneumatic measurement and matching.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:30:01 -0500

Providing high accuracy measurement of precision ID and OD of workpieces, Matchscan MS500 Basic suits applications such as fuel injector assemblies, cam and crank bores in engine blocks, where precision fit is essential for correct part function. It includes 17 in. touch screen computer, CMZ32 software for automatic measurement with multi-language capabilities, and SPC32 software for statistical control of measurement processes. Unit can also perform sub-micron part classification.

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Supervisory ICs promote power supply reliability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:31:47 -0500

Quad-channel voltage supervisors ADM2914/ADM12914 and microprocessor supervisor ADM6339 help ensure voltage remains within specified levels. While ADM12914 detects over-voltage (OV) and under-voltage (UV) conditions with ±0.8% accuracy, ADM2914 delivers ±1.5% accuracy. Able to monitor up to 3 positive and one negative voltage supplies, ADM6339 offers ±0.8% accuracy and incorporates internally pre-trimmed UV threshold options for monitoring 1.8, 2.5, 3, 3.3, 5, and -5V supply voltages.

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SATA to IDE Drive Converter extends life of legacy systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:44 -0500

Seated directly on hard drive, EzIDE offers secure way to adapt computer originally designed for use only with IDE (PATA) drives to use SATA drives. Attachment provides solid, secure connection between SATA drive and existing IDE controller on motherboard and requires no driver or system resources, enabling it to be used with old and new operating systems. Thus this IDE to SATA adapter card may be of interest to companies with legacy manufacturing and robotic systems.

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Multipliers can handle up to 5 kV peak to peak of AC inputs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:27:57 -0500

With AC input frequencies from 5-100 kHz, customizable high voltage multipliers suit applications such as gas chromatography, lithography, microchip electrophoresis, photomultiplier tubes, X-ray, and DNA analysis. DC output voltage can be set between 500-15,000 V, and up to 25 W of output power is available with operating case temperature range between -40°C to +100°C.

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Non-Incendive Barrier Modules prevent explosions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:33:59 -0500

While PI/NI-2D/24 protects 24 V digital signals in case of short circuit or over-voltage condition, PI/NI-2I/I limits max short circuit current to 24 mA in 4-20 mA loops and can be installed with 2-wire 4-20 mA transmitters. Both use current and voltage limiting circuitry to minimize risk of ignition in hazardous Class I, Division 2 or Zone 2 environments. Analog and digital signal modules have 2 channels and can use INTERFACE T-Bus connection system.

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Voltage Divider features resistance range of 10 <font ...

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 28 May 2009 08:33:17 -0500

Suiting spaced-constrained applications, DIV23 Series voltage divider in SOT23 package measures 0.1125 x 0.051 in. with board-mounted profile of 0.0305 in. It incorporates self-passivating TaNFilm® on silicon technology which does not dissolve when exposed to moisture and voltage. Operating in temperatures from -55 to +125°C, unit has rated operating voltage of 100 V and element power rating of 100 mW at 70°C with package power rating of 1.0 W at 70°C.

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Desktop Dock turns USB drive into backup solution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:38:15 -0500

Equipped with USB 2.0 port, Voyager Port transforms any USB flash drive into data backup solution with one-button file backup feature. Unit requires no external power supply and is seamlessly integrated with included copy of NovaBACKUP 10 software to store and protect important data, including documents, photos, and email contacts. Voyager Port, combined with 32 or 64 GB USB flash drives, also offers total backup solution for notebooks and netbooks.

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DC/DC Converters come in IC-style surface mount packages.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:34:07 -0500

Comprising 9 models with efficiency levels up to 70%, 1 Watt NTF Series is available with choice of 4-6, 9-15, and 18-36 V input voltages and tightly regulated output voltages of 5, 12, or 15 V. All devices provide 1 kVdc isolation and include voltage trim feature. Measuring 0.7 x 0.5 x 0.228 in., RoHS-compliant converters feature power density of 0.7 W/cm³, operating temperature of -40 to +85°C, and MTTF up to 1.4 million hours.

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Video/Audio Extenders feature component or VGA loop-out.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:29:01 -0500

With Lynx CAT Extenders, users can transfer Audio and Video signals over CAT5 from source to display, or daisy chain units for deployments in excess of 300 displays. Available in Component, Composite, VGA, or HDMI models, extenders will transfer signals past limits of straight cable up to 300 ft with no signal degradation.

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Video/Audio Extenders include component loop-out.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Designed to extend Component and digital audio over single CAT 5 cable without signal degradation, Models AT-COMP300SL and AT-COMP300RL feature Component loop-out for local monitoring. Units have transmission range of 1,000 ft and support resolution up to 1,080p. In addition to adding outputs for multiple displays, cascadable extenders can also combine to increase outputs for future expansion. Applications include digital signage, PA systems, boardrooms, and trade shows.

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Converged Network Adapter Cards suit IBM servers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:31:50 -0500

Designed for IBM BladeCenter and System x customers, Converged Network Adapter Cards deliver 10 Gigabit Ethernet and full protocol offload iSCSI Storage Area Network capabilities on single card. IBM has qualified BEM3I10 High-Speed I/O expansion card for use in IBM BladeCenter servers through IBM BladeCenter Interoperability Program and BEA3X10 stand-up PCIe adapter card for use in IBM System x servers through IBM System x Compatibility program.

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Digital Radomes feature 4 kW transmitter with 48 NM range.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:34:02 -0500

Providing digital and analog signal processing, RD418D and RD424D Radar Scanners include low-noise receiver technology for small target detection, and 8 pulse width/5 PRF transmitter, which ensures optimum performance through every range scale. Auto GST technology automatically provides intelligent control of gain, sea clutter, and tune adjustments, while optimizing small target returns.

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Voltage Divider Resistors offer TCR tracking to 0.1 ppm/°C.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:34:05 -0500

With resistance range from 100 <font face='Symbol'>W</font> to 20 k<font face='Symbol'>W</font>, Models 300144Z and 300145Z combine low typical TCR of ±0.2 ppm/°C from -55 to +125°C, tolerance matching to ±0.005%, and load-life stability ratio of ±0.005% at +70°C for 2,000 hours at rated power. Z-Foil resistors provide almost instantaneous thermal stabilization time of less than 1 sec. Power rating is 0.2 W at 70°C, divided proportionally between 2 elements, over max working voltage of 200 V.

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Sensor Hardware enables non-contact color measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:29:16 -0500

Model MTCS-FB1 is based on True Color sensors and provides XYZ color measurements repeatable to within 1% accuracy. OEM unit provides measurement area of 30 mm, with white-light LEDs as standard light sources, and includes Bluetooth, USB, or RSxxx interfaces. Sensor signals have resolution of 12 bits at 0.1 kHz center measurement frequency, enabling triggering tolerance of 0.2 mm. Power supply, 2 LEDs, and 2 color sensors utilizing MTI04 amplifier are included.

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Non-Latching Relays are built in accordance with MIL-PRF-6106.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:28:30 -0500

Designed for environmentally demanding aerospace and military applications, FCA-150 and FCAC-150 series of relays offer 50 A of switching capability in one cu-in. package weighing less than 90 g. Configured as single-pole, single-throw devices with normally open contacts, Mil-R-6106 compliant, hermetically sealed units are rated for temperatures from -70°C to +125°C. They are available in 6, 12, and 28 Vdc coil voltages.

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Docking Solution enables at-will HDD booting, hot-swapping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:29:30 -0500

Offered as plug-and-play solution that works with Macs and PCs, Voyager Q turns any 2.5 or 3.5 in. SATA I/II drive with up to 2.0 TB capacity into fully bootable and hot-swappable external HDD. Connection flexibility is provided via FireWire® 800, FireWire 400, USB 2.0/1.1 Mini-B, and eSATA interfaces, which deliver data transfer speeds to 3.0 Gbps. Featuring weighted base and non-skid rubber feet for stable operation, 3.94 x 5.93 x 3.17 in. device weighs 1.32 lb without drive.

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Programmable Clock Multiplier has period jitter of 5 picosec.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:31:03 -0500

Capable of generating up to 26 possible clock frequencies from single input source on its LVPECL/LVCMOS output, NB3N3020 suits wide range of networking, consumer electronics, and computing applications. It has 3 tri-level LVCMOS single-ended select pins, and wide output frequency range of 8-210 MHz. Taking 5.0-27 MHz fundamental mode parallel resonant crystal or 2.0-210 MHz LVCMOS single-ended clock source, device generates differential LVPECL output and single-ended LVCMOS output.

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Card Sleeves protect against theft of personal information.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:36:12 -0500

Suited for smart cards, e-passports, ID cards, banking/credit cards, and transportation cards, 3M ToughShield Protective Sleeves block radio frequencies to help eleiminate data theft or skimming. Inner copper-coated conductive polyester layer is bonded to outside layer of 3M TufQUIN inorganic hybrid insulating paper. This material is tear- and water-resistant and also withstands wear. After 2,000 cycles of abrasion resistance testing, it retains 99% of its shielding effectiveness.

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