The Basics of Static Electricity white paper presents 20 comprehensive and full colored pages on the causes of static electricity, how it develops, and solutions for combatting it in manufacturing processes. Static electricity is a product of non-conductive materials coming into contact and separating, or creating friction between them leading to imbalanced ions. EXAIR Static…
Flexible EMI/RFI suppression sheets work up to 40 GHz
FLEX SUPPRESSOR is a thin, flexible noise suppression sheet designed to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and other noise disturbances. Its EFG3 and FS series now operate in a broader frequency range (up to 40 GHz band), advancing FLEX SUPPRESSOR’s capabilities in 5G-connected devices and electronics for commercial, telecommunications, and automotive applications. Made from KEMET’s innovative,…
Three-phase EMC filter fits in tight industrial spaces
The FMBC EP double-stage filter family for three-phase systems sits in a compact package, ideally suited for today’s space constrained machine and industrial plant construction. Versions with high nominal voltages are particularly suited for a wide field of applications. Space is scarce in control cabinets for three-phase industrial applications. SCHURTER has addressed this problem with…
Light-weight metallized carbon-fiber nonwoven material shields out EMI
VeeloVEIL from Veelo Technologies is an extremely light and conductive metallized nonwoven used by the aerospace industry to protect composite aerostructures from environmental and man-made hazards, and improve survivability. Available in 12 and 36-in-wide roll stock product form, VeeloVEIL is electrically uniform and conforms to complex curves. It is engineered to add conductive performance to…
Single-phase EMC line filters are ultra-compact
Single-phase EMC filters now include the FMBB EP series, a new generation of ultra-compact filters with high-performing attenuation. The new double-stage filter family is more powerful than typical filters, meeting the space constraints and performance requirements of today’s state-of-the-art electronic devices. Top-quality components, including right-sized film capacitors and chokes with highly permeable cores, together with…
Filtering out common mode noise with monolithic EMI filters
Many factors increase the amount of “noise” interference that can damage or disturb the functionality of electronic devices. Today’s automobiles are a prime example. In a single vehicle, you can find Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, satellite radio, GPS systems, and that’s just the beginning. To manage this noise interference, the industry typically uses shielding along with EMI…
Specialty fan filters offer low pressure drop, water resistance and fire protection
A series of specialty air filters are for equipment where permanent, cleanable filters are most appropriate. When combined with an Orion Fans louvered filter fan kit or louvered fan guard (LFG Series) snap-on, slide or hinged version, Orion Fans’ specialty air filters provide low pressure drop, water resistance or fire protection. With the ability to…
Highly stable CO2 sensors operate at 0 to 50 degrees C
Murata has introduced the IMG-CB Series of very accurate, highly stable CO2 sensors aimed at gas detection applications in the agricultural and building energy management system (BEMS) markets. Murata’s high-performance CO2 sensors are based on non-dispersive infrared sensor (NDIR) technology, which is now the most popular type of sensor technology used in CO2 measurement. Murata’s […]
November 2018 Special Edition: 2018 Power & Energy Efficiency Handbook
Don’t let the LED blue light blues get you down TAKE A LOOK at some of the websites devoted to alternative medicine and you’ll likely come across headlines like, “The Dangers of LED & Blue Lights Will Blow Your Mind!” or, “LEDs: The Blue Light Risk,” or “Artificial lighting and the blue light hazard.” These…
Ultra-thin Flexible Longpass Filters provide optimal durability
Edmund Optics (EO), the premier provider of optical components, introduces new Flexible Longpass Filters. These versatile cut-on filters offer deep blocking and excellent transmission over a large spectral range from 400-1600nm to accommodate a wide variety of applications. The filters are constructed using ultra-thin, flexible polymers and dyes. Flexible Longpass Filters are scratch insensitive and…
Flush-mountable photodiode for heart rate measurements
Photodiode SFH 2440 L saves on mounting height in the design of heart rate sensors. It can be flush-mounted on the printed circuit board (PCB), with longer leads ensuring secure mounting and reliable solder points. The component also features spectral sensitivity for measuring heart rate. SFH 2440 L is a large-area photodiode with the same…
Active Harmonic powerline filters sport low distortion
Schaefer Inc. is proud to introduce a new series of Active Harmonic Filters and Advanced Display & Measurements Functionally. Three-wire and four-wire Active Harmonic Filter modules/systems that are…
Integrated EMI filter for automotive Ethernet includes 15-kV surge protection
STMicroelectronics’ EMIF02-01OABRY is a highly integrated solution designed to suppress EMI noise in automotive applications employing BroadR-Reach interfaces. This EMI-suppressing low-pass filter includes 15kV ISO 10605 surge protection and is…
RF bandpass filter for intelligent transport systems complies to 3GPP
CTS Electronic Components, Inc. introduces a surface-mount RF bandpass filter for use in Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) including 802.11p for wireless access in Vehicular Environments (WAVE) and…
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Rogers Corporation to have significant presence at European Microwave Week 2015
Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG) will be a major participant in the conference and product exhibition segments of Europe’s largest trade show devoted to RF/microwave technology and applications– European Microwave Week 2015 (EuMW 2015) (www.eumweek.com). Scheduled for September 6-11, 2015 at the Palais des Congres, Paris, France, EuMW 2015 includes the 45th European Microwave Conference, the 10th…
How to sniff out EMC problems
by Alan Lowne, President, Saelig Co. Inc. It pays to do preliminary studies before sending products off to the test lab for electromagnetic compatibility problems. An engineer in…
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Thermal management and cost of ownership in power systems
by Jerry Hovdestad, Director COTS Engineering, Behlman Electronics To an engineer, power management is also thermal management. Excess heat generated by power systems places additional burdens on their…
Acopian’s New Programmable 1U 750W AC-DC Power Supply Family Features Wide-Adjust Output Voltages
Rack Mountable and Benchtop Units Provide Power Factor Correction and Universal Input Easton, PA… Acopian, a leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of custom, standard and modified-standard…
Powerline filter helps supplies meet noise standards
Excelsys Technologies announces that the company’s recently released Xsolo and XF power supplies can now be paired with a custom-designed power line filter to meet stringent conducted emission…
High-rel DC-DC converters encapsulated in epoxy
VPT® Inc., a HEICO company, announced the availability of a fully encapsulated epoxy package option for its VPT Series of high-reliability DC-DC converters, EMI filters and accessory products….
Diode array filters target differential line pairs
Littelfuse, Inc. has introduced the SP5001, SP5002, and SP5003 Series TVS Diode Arrays (SPA® Diodes). These highly integrated Common-Mode Filters (CMF) provide both electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and…
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HotSpot Episode 76: EMC Top 10
This week on WDD’s HotSpot, brought to you by Memory Protection Devices, at this year’s EMC2014 event in Raleigh, NC Wireless Design and Development saw a lot of cool and innovative new products, and we’re excited to provide you with our Top Ten list from the show: Completely Solid-State First up we have AR/RF Microwave…
Mouser Signs Global Distribution Agreement with Cosel
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has entered into a global distribution agreement with Cosel, a power supply manufacturer. Cosel’s product portfolio includes high-quality, ultra small size AC‑DC switching supplies, state-of the-art technology DC‑DC converters, and EMI filters. Cosel’s AC-DC switching power supplies can handle universal AC inputs with output power ranges from 1.5Watts up to 10kWatts. The…
Protect single-phase electrical and electronic equipment with AEGIS
AutomationDirect now offers AEGIS powerline filters/surge protectors to protect single-phase electrical and electronic equipment from surges and line noise that can cause misoperation and damage. With multiple levels…
Meet the Board: Edgardo Menendez – AVX Corporation
Wireless Design and Development is honored to introduce editorial advisory member, Edgardo Menendez, Field Applications Engineer at AVX. Edgardo received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Applied Electromagnetics from Clemson University in 2011. He started work at AVX Corporation in 2012 as a Field Applications Engineer focusing on RF/Microwave, Circuit Protection and…