Tri-axis digital accelerometer 20 February 2013 The KXTJ2 from Kionix is a tri-axis ±2 G, ±4 G or ±8 G silicon micromachined accelerometer with a sense element fabricated using proprietary plasma micromachining process technology. A separate ASIC device ...
Three-stage Wi-Fi PA modules 20 February 2013, RF Design RF Micro Devices is offering the new RFPA520x series of three-stage Wi-Fi power amplifier (PA) modules for 802.11b/g/n applications. Each is a high-performance, highly integrated solution with minimal ...
High-resolution sigma-delta ADCs enhance PRTD temperature measurements 6 February 2013 The development DAS presented here resolves design and mathematical challenges quickly and achieves precision temperature measurement in the PRTD’s maximum range (-200°C to +850°C).
Platinum resistance ...
Data acquisition chip 6 February 2013 Analog Devices’ new 16-bit, 1-MSps (million samples per second) ADAS3022 data acquisition IC is effective for power-line monitors, process and motor control, patient monitoring, and other industrial and ...
Video processors for security IP cameras 6 February 2013 Texas Instruments has unveiled its newest DaVinci video processors – the DM385 and DM8107 - offering developers quality video solutions through the use of advanced low-light technology and high-efficiency ...
Digital phase shifter 6 February 2013 M/A COM Technology Solution’s new MAPS-011007 is a 6-bit packaged phase shifter for use in L-band applications from 1,2 to 1,4 GHz.
It is targeted at international customers using this frequency band ...
MEMS microphone boasts high SNR 6 February 2013 TDK has rolled out the new EPCOS C914 MEMS microphone, offering a high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 65 dB(A) in the frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It is thus particularly suitable for demanding ...
Analog front-end ICs 6 February 2013 Texas Instruments introduced two analog front ends (AFEs) for test and measurement, wireless communications and optical networking equipment. The AFE7071 is a complete radio transmitter that integrates ...
Magnetic position sensors 6 February 2013, NuVision Electronics ams has introduced a new family of magnetic rotary position sensors with advanced safety features for automotive applications requiring ISO 26262 compliance. The devices incorporate Hall magnetic sensing ...
24-bit sigma-delta ADC 6 February 2013 New from Analog Devices is a multiplexed 24-bit sigma-delta A-D converter that claims to double the throughput rate of alternative sigma-delta converters while dissipating less power. Designed for process ...
Class D audio amplifiers 6 February 2013, Future Electronics International Rectifier has expanded its PowIRaudio family of integrated power modules with the introduction of the IR4311M and IR4312M. The 40 V devices offer a compact, heatsink-free solution for low-power ...
ISM-band front end module 23 January 2013, RF Design The RFFM6903 is a new single-chip front end module (FEM) from RF Micro Devices for application in the 900 MHz and 868 MHz ISM bands.
The chip addresses the need for aggressive size reduction for typical ...
Universal magnetic encoder 23 January 2013 The KMA36 from Measurement Specialties is a universal magnetic encoder for precise rotational or linear measurement. It features system-on-chip technology that combines a magneto-resistive element along ...
18-bit digital-to-analog converter 23 January 2013 Maxim’s new MAX5318 is an 18-bit data converter that integrates all the external circuitry to make a high-precision voltage source for industrial test and measurement, factory automation and process control. ...
Chipset authenticates peripheral devices 23 January 2013 Maxim is sampling a new chipset that claims to provide the strongest levels of security when authentication of peripherals is necessary. As part of the manufacturer’s DeepCover security lineup, the chipset ...
NFC interface chip 23 January 2013, NuVision Electronics Implementing high-speed near field communication (NFC) between two independent devices has been made easier with the introduction of the AS3953 interface chip from ams. The IC offers a high data-rate, ...
Multi-touch controllers 23 January 2013, Tempe Technologies Microchip announced the expansion of its mTouch Sensing Solutions portfolio, with four turnkey controllers for multi-touch projected-capacitive touchscreens and touchpads, proximity detection and haptic ...
Wideband LNAs 23 January 2013, RF Design Hittite has launched two new wideband LNA (low-noise amplifier) products which are targeted at microwave radios, VSAT, Satcom and test instrumentation applications.
The HMC1049LP5E is a GaAs MMIC pHEMT ...
High-voltage line driver 23 January 2013, MB Silicon Systems ZMDI has introduced the ZIOL2211 WL-CSP driver IC with a high-voltage I/O channel that meets the physical layer requirements of sensor and actuator systems used in factory and process automation applications. ...
Non-volatile digital potentiometers 23 January 2013 A new series of non-volatile single-, dual- and quad-channel digital potentiometers (digiPOTs) is available from Analog Devices to improve component matching in industrial and communication control systems ...