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Miniature LED driver tackles higher power tasks
22 August 2007, Altron Arrow
The ZXLD1362 from Zetex Semiconductors is a continuous-mode inductive step-down converter, designed for driving single or multiple series-connected LEDs efficiently from a voltage source higher than the ...

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LED modules operate directly from AC main voltages
22 August 2007, NuVision Electronics
The Acriche series from Seoul Semiconductor consists of high-brightness LEDs (HB LEDs) that operate directly off of 110 or 220 V a.c. household mains circuits, without the need for any additional power ...

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Intelligent lighting control solution
22 August 2007, Altron Arrow
Cypress Semiconductor has introduced a complete design solution for high-brightness (HB) LED intelligent lighting systems which claims to offer unprecedented ease-of-use and performance. The new EZ-Color ...

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Transmissive optical sensors ideal for automotive market
8 August 2007, EBV Electrolink, Altron Arrow
Vishay's TCPT1300X01 and TCUT1300X01 transmissive sensors are said to be the industry's first with a Moisture Sensitivity Level rating of 1 (MSL1), which means they have an unlimited floor life. They ...

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LED claimed to be the world's brightest
25 July 2007, NuVision Electronics
Seoul Semiconductor recently launched a new LED product which it claims is the brightest in the world, designated the P4. This LED emits 240 lm at 1 A and features what the manufacturer says is the industry's ...

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Universal transformerless AC-DC LED driver
25 July 2007, NuVision Electronics
Zywyn recently introduced the ZD832, a universal transformerless AC-DC constant current LED driver for the industrial lighting and display lighting markets. The device is a high voltage, AC-DC constant ...

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White LED driver integrates audio amplifier
11 July 2007, CST Electronics
Maxim has introduced the MAX8678, claiming it to be the industry's only white-LED (WLED) driver to combine a highly efficient negative charge pump with a fully differential, bridged audio amplifier. Available ...

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Now you see it, now you do not!
11 July 2007, Altron Arrow
Using its expertise of almost 30 years with electroluminescent (EL) and atomic layer deposition (ALD) technologies, Planar has developed new transparent displays. Using ALD technology, where the layers ...

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Multipixel photon counter for ultra-low-level light detection
13 June 2007, Hamamatsu Photonics UK
Hamamatsu Photonics has released the new S10362-11 series multipixel photon counter (MPPC). The device features brand new technology utilising a Geiger-mode avalanche photodiode structure for ultra-low-level ...

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New charge-pump based high current LED driver
13 June 2007, NuVision Electronics
The ZD3215 from Zywyn is a high current charge-pump based DC/DC converter in the family of high performance white LED driver integrated circuits (ICs) for the high power camera flash, torch and lighting ...

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30 W transformer for LED lighting
13 June 2007, Current Automation
Mean Well is offering another new product series for LED lighting purposes. The PLN-30 series is a 30 W AC/DC enclosed type switching power supply with active PFC function. These limited power sources ...

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Stackable blue alphanumeric displays
13 June 2007
The HCMS-2919 and HCMS-2976 from Avago are dot matrix displays driven by an onboard CMOS IC, which can be directly interfaced with a microprocessor, eliminating the need for interface components. The ...

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Bright tri-colour LEDs ideal for electronic signs
13 June 2007
Avago's new ASMT-QTB2 series of high-brightness AllnGaP and InGaN tri-colour LEDs provide high reliability, long life and very low colour degradation over time - less than 50% degradation after 50 000 ...

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LED street light claims world first
13 June 2007
As LED prices continue to plummet, they are reaching the point where they can compete with traditional lighting technologies in more and more applications. Now Neopac has launched what it claims is the ...

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Compact ultra-bright white LEDs
13 June 2007, Altron Arrow, EBV Electrolink
Vishay has released a new series of ultra-bright white SMD LEDs that utilise high-efficiency InGaN technology to provide exceptional brightness in a compact 0603 footprint. With dimensions of 1,6 mm ...

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Optical sensor with laser background suppression
13 June 2007, Retron
The BOS 18M from Balluff is a high precision optical sensor in a tubular housing. It features excellent laser background suppression which makes it ideal for applications in small parts detection down ...

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LEDs, Colour Management and Colour Sensing Solutions
13 June 2007, Technical Literature
This selection guide from Avago Technologies features a broad range of optical products, divided into categories according to function and further sub-categorised by particular technology. Comprehensive ...

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SMT version of multitier LED indicator assemblies
30 May 2007, Vepac Electronics
Bivar has introduced a new multitier LED indicator assembly, considered the first of its type for surface mount applications. The new SHA Series offers an individual display station design from four to ...

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Ultrabright white SMD LEDs
30 May 2007, Altron Arrow, EBV Electrolink
Vishay Intertechnology has released a series of ultrabright white SMD LEDs that use high-efficiency InGaN technology to provide exceptional brightness in a compact 0603 footprint. At 1,6 x 0,8 x 0,6 mm, ...

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Four-channel opto-isolator DIN rail interface module
16 May 2007, Vepac Electronics
Camden Electronics has launched a new DIN rail mounting interface module featuring four opto-isolated channels that can be configured independently for AC or DC operation. The new CIM/OPTO4 interface ...

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