Designed for factory and process load-cell applications that include engine and turbine strain measurement, and weight or level controls, Weidmuller’s ACT20P Bridge signal converter/isolator provides precise performance in a compact design. This new-generation converter/isolator will accept upto 4 load cell inputs in a single unit. Compared to the bulky electronics systems from some load cell…
DIN-Rail Mount 40-60W DC-DC Converters from TDK-Lambda
San Diego, CA – TDK-Lambda Americas has introduced the new DPX Series to satisfy customer demand for DC-DC converters that can be easily mounted onto DIN rails. Available with both 2:1 and 4:1 input voltage ranges covering from 9.5V to 75V, with 40 to 60W output ratings, this new series provides an economical solution for…
CUI Now a Member of DOSA
TUALATIN, OR – CUI Inc announced it is now a member of the Distributed-power Open Standards Alliance (DOSA). DOSA is a global association dedicated to furthering compatibility and standardization in the DC-DC board mounted power conversion market. Current members include founding members Lineage Power and SynQor as well as AcBel, Bel Power, Delta Electronics,…
A Fresh Perspective on Matrix Converters
By Jun Kang Ph. D., Chief Engineer, Yaskawa America, Inc., Drives and Motion Div., Waukegan, Ill Reprint Info >> Matrix converters are a reliable way of handling variable voltage and variable frequency drives. Matrix converters are direct ac to ac power converters with motoring and regenerative power flow capability. They are ideal for applications that…
CUI Releases 400 W DC-DC Converter with Integrated Heat Sink
TUALATIN, OR – CUI Inc’s power line, V-Infinity, announced the release of a new line of rugged DC-DC converters that provide 400 W of output power. The VFK400 series is a chassis mount solution measuring 7.8” x 5.0” x 1.5” and includes an integrated heat sink for improved thermal performance. The aluminum heat sink allows…
TDK-Lambda Expands Line of DC-DC Converters
San Diego, CA – TDK-Lambda has expanded its line of DC-DC converters, the CN-A Series, with the introduction of the new 200-watt, CN200A models. Like the other models in this series, they operate off a wide range of DC inputs from 60V to 160VDC, which is widely used in the railway industry. Available with output…
Surface Mount DC/DC Converters
MicroPower Direct now offers the LF200MHI series is a family of miniature 2W DC/DC converters. These converters offer a unique combination of very high input/output isolation, international safety approvals, and miniature surface mount packaging. Fifteen standard models operate from 5 , 12 or 24 VDC inputs; providing tightly regulated single and dual outputs of 5,…
Lineage Power Expandes PicoTLynx™ DC-DC Converter Family
PLANO, TX – Lineage Power Corporation expandes its PicoTLynx™ DC-DC converter family with another cost-competitive alternative to discrete power designs. The new 2-amp (A) model is an energy-efficient, non-isolated, point-of-load (POL) converter ideal for numerous low-current DC applications spanning telecom, datacom, networking, medical, industrial, consumer, automotive, and aerospace industries. The small, fast and powerful solution…
N-TRON Releases Three Serial Communication Devices
Mobile, AL – N-TRON Corporation introduce three new products designed for serial communications in industrial environments. The SER-485-IC, SER-485-FXC and SER-485-IR are designed to extend range, operate in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 80°C and provide 2000V 3-Way optical isolation. Product Features • -40°C to 80°C Operating temperature• DIN-Rail Enclosure• 2000V 3-Way optical isolation, input,…
ALD15 Sixteenth-Brick DC-DC Converter Series from Emerson Network Power
Carlsbad, CA – Emerson Network Power launches the ALD15 sixteenth-brick dc-dc converter series. Ideal for use with telecom-standard 48 V power supplies, the converters are capable of achieving up to 92 percent efficiency at full load and are extremely cost-effective when used in applications requiring up to 35 W of output power. The low profile…
TDK-Lambda Launches CC-P-E Series Converters
San Diego, CA – TDK-Lambda announced its latest high density, cost-effective, DC-DC converter family with the introduction of the new CC-P-E Series. These are ultra compact, fully isolated converters that feature wide range DC inputs (24V or 48V nominal) which make them ideal for telecom, datacom, distributed power, battery operated devices, FPGA, and process control…
Single and Dual-output DC-DC Converters from TDK-Lambda
San Diego, CA – TDK-Lambda has introduced a new family of single and dual-output DC-DC converters that provide a broad range of inputs and outputs for a variety of industrial, telecom and process control applications. Comprising the PXD30W Series, these converters feature six-sided shielded metal cases that reduce the radiated noise to meet EN55022 Level…
Fiber Optic Media Converters from Phoenix Contact
MIDDLETOWN, PA — With the introduction of the PSI-MOS…1300 series of fiber optic modules, Phoenix Contact now offers fiber optic media converters for nearly all serial communication interfaces and bus systems. The PSI-MOS media converters are a natural fit for critical applications that require high availability. The new single mode fiber optic modules for the…
High Efficiency Converter from V-Infinity
V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc., announces a new line of step-down constant current dc-dc converters that have been designed for driving high power LEDs. The VLD24 series has efficiency levels of up to 95% and a wide input range of 5.5 to 36 Vdc. The series has two means of LED dimming: PWM digital…
Interface Converter Needs No External Power
OM-CONV-SER is a compact RS-485 half duplex to RS-232 converter powered from the computer‚’s serial (COM) port so no external power is needed. The unit has a long transmission distance, can handle data rates up to 115,200 bps, is very stable in performance and connects to a standard DB9 serial (COM) port. The converter is…
Industrial USB to Serial Converters
Cincinnati, OH ‚– The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the USB-4604B and USB-4604BM, USB to 4-port RS-232 and USB to 4-port RS-232/422/485 converters. Both models offer plug-and-play serial connectivity for USB equipped PCs and systems and since they are USB-powered there is no need for additional power supplies. The USB-4604B and USB-4604BM are both…
VAWQ12 Series DC-DC Converters
Tualatin, OR – V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, introduces a new line of dc-dc converters that provide 12 W output power in a compact 24-pin DIP package. The VAWQ12 series is an isolated board mount converter featuring a wide 4:1 input range and efficiencies of up to 88%. This series measures 1.26 x 0.79…
V-Infinity DC-DC Converters
V-Infinity introduces a new line of rugged dc-dc converters that feature an ultra-wide 4:1 input and provide 50~200 W of output power. These chassis-mount units are enclosed in an aluminum case measuring 4.25×4.00×1.50 inches and include a built-in heat sink for improved thermal performance. The VHK series is perfectly suited for various communications and industrial…
ERG’s DC-DC Converters
Endicott, NY – Endicott Research Group offers DC-DC converters in a range of output power levels from 0.25 W to 25 W for customers who want an inexpensive converter to perform simple voltage conversions at low power. ERG offers 7 Series of DC-DC converters, the output power determining the package series and size ‚– E400,…
Transducer tackles small spaces
Space for components in off-road construction equipment can be limited. But what happens when the machine requires a particularly large component? Either you must design around it, or look for an alternative. Celesco Transducer Products chose to provide machine builders with the second option with its SR1A-125 cable-extension transducers. They suit off-road construction equipment, as…
TURCK Introduces New IMS Interface Module
Minneapolis, Minn.‚—TURCK introduces the new IMS interface module that provides a cost-effective solution for analog signal conversion. The IMS interface module measures 6.2 mm wide, featuring one of the smallest profiles on the market today. Modules are also available specifically for transferring temperature signals from thermocouple, RTD and other devices using Pt-100 technology, achieving 0.3…
How to Select Analog-to-Digital Converters
Digital signal processing circuitry is widely preferred over analog today, mostly because of its relative insensitivity to parameter drift and direct compatibility with computer systems. One notable exception, however, is in signal conditioning circuits for sensors that still operate in the analog world. Analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) typically follow these conditioners and connect the analog to…
Emerson Network Power’s Shortform Catalog for 2008
CARLSBAD, Calif. ‚— Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), has published a new 2008 shortform catalog that covers all standard Astec and Artesyn power conversion products. Containing 64 information-packed pages, the catalog is an invaluable source of reference data for electronics engineers and system developers. The catalog covers all standard Astec and…
Efficient dc-dc Converter
Point-of-load (POL) dc-dc converters now include the iAD Series of 16-Amp non-isolated, single inline package (SIP) thru-hole mounted devices. With DOSA compatible pin-out, these converters address a range of applications including telecom, computer, datacom, medical, and industrial equipment. Length is 2.0 in., height is 0.55 in., and width is 0.31 in. Input range is from…
STMicroelectronics Enhances VIPer Family
Geneva – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM) has introduced the VIPer17 off-line switched-mode converter, which integrates an 800V avalanche-rugged MOSFET as well as numerous features to save external components and ensure efficient operation during standby mode. Constant-current operation with an adjustable set point allows use with all mains voltages in SMPS (switched-mode power supply) designs up to…