NEC Electronics Announces High-speed Optocouplers
NEC Electronics has newly introduced the IGBT drive optocoupler PS9301 and the high-speed couplers PS8302, PS9303, PS9313 and PS9317 (Distribution: Gleichmann Electronics) in a 6-pin SDIP (Shrink Dual Inline Package) with pin pitch of 1.27 mm. The 6-pin SDIP occupies about 50% less mounting area on the PCB than a comparable 8-pin DIP.
TAEC Debuts Industrial TFT LCD Panels with Long-Life LED Backlighting
Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC), a committed industry leader that collaborates with customers to create breakthrough designs, announced a new color active-matrix thin-film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD) module product lineup for industrial applications that incorporates long-life light-emitting diode (LED) backlighting systems. Developed by Toshiba Matsushita Display Technology Co., Ltd. (TMD), the modules are designed to satisfy the requirements of a broad range of industrial applications, such as test and measuring equipment, medical equipment, portable handheld computing devices, and more, utilizing the latest LED backlighting technology.
Intematix Optimizes LED Chip on Ceramic for Solid State Lighting
Intematix Corp., a leading innovator in materials, phosphors, LED lighting components and integration services, announced a broad expansion of its product offerings with the introduction of a complete line of patented "chip on ceramic" LEDs and LED arrays. Available through its subsidiary, Intematix Technology Center (ITC) of Yang Mei, Taiwan, the new line of solid state lighting components leverages Intematix' recognized expertise in phosphor and material development to offer solid state lighting manufacturers and integrators reliable, high-efficiency LED components across a full range of color temperatures. Typical performance from an 8000K cool white production device is 80 lumens/watt, while warm white 3300K devices are delivering 70 lumens/watt from the packaged 1 watt devices.
Sun Selects On2 TrueMotion Video Codecs for JavaFX RIA Platform
Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAVA), announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with On2 Technologies (
STMicroelectronics Unveils STW55NM60ND Super Junction FDmesh MOSFET
STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a world leader in semiconductor devices for power applications, has announced a new family of fast-recovery MOSFETs that combine enhanced switching performance with on-resistance improved by more than 18% over existing devices, to meet the needs of efficiency-focused applications, including renewable-energy controllers.
Texas Instruments Rolls Out TPA2014D1 Class-D Audio Amplifier
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE:TXN) introduced a monolithic, filter-free Class-D audio amplifier with an integrated boost converter for portable applications including wireless handsets, personal navigation devices, portable gaming and wireless speakers. Addressing the need for louder volume and higher output power from the speakers, the TPA2014D1 provides up to 1.5 W across an 8-Ohm load, ensuring that volume is maintained even when the battery discharges to its minimum voltage.
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