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ChipSESD devices help to protect mobile phones

Tyco's 0201- and 0402-size ChipSESD devices help to protect: mobile phones, digital cameras and camcorders, computer I/O ports, keypads, low-voltage DC lines, speakers, headphones and microphones.

News from Tyco Electronics, Feb 4, 2011

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System enables reset and battery-monitoring apps

With improved temperature characteristics and a tighter detect voltage tolerance, the XC6126 series offers a more accurate, lower-cost solution for simple reset and battery-monitoring applications.

News from Torex Semiconductor, Jan 31, 2011

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Circuit breakers suit automation applications

Master Distributors carries a complete line of Carling Technologies circuit protection products suitable for use in the telecommunication, medical, automation and industrial controls industries.

News from Master Distributors, Jan 21, 2011

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Linear introduces H-grade switching regulator

Linear Technology has announced a H-grade step-down switching regulator for load dump and cold-crank conditions commonly found in automotive applications as well as 24V industrial supplies.

News from Linear Technology, Dec 24, 2010

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Clamshells safeguard PCBs in defence applications

Schroff has introduced a range of VPX clamshells that safeguard printed circuit boards in the extreme environmental conditions associated with defence applications.

News from Schroff, Dec 9, 2010

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Tyco introduces MHP circuit protection technology

Tyco Electronics has introduced Metal Hybrid PPTC (MHP) technology suitable for high-rate-discharge battery applications at ratings above 30VDC/30A.

News from Tyco Electronics, Nov 12, 2010

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AVX expands Transguard circuit protection range

AVX has developed the Controlled Capacitance Multilayer Varistor (MLV) Series specifically for mixed-signal environments.

News from AVX, Nov 4, 2010

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DPB1U protects DC circuits in rack-mounted systems

Unipower's latest addition to the DPB Series of DC breaker distribution panels is designed for users who need to protect DC circuits in a rack-mounted system.

News from Unipower, Oct 11, 2010

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Power entry module for detachable power systems

The power entry module series DC11, DC12, DC21, DC22, DD11, DD12, DD21, DD22, KM and KMF from Schurter are said to be suitable for nearly any application using detachable power.

News from Schurter, Oct 8, 2010

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Schurter piezo switches are Atex approved

The piezo switch from Schurter has achieved approval according to Atex class II 2 G Ex ib IIB T4, enabling it to be employed in explosive facilities above ground.

News from Schurter, Oct 7, 2010

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Schurter actuator ideal for power tool machines

Schurter has added an additional actuator for power tool machines, high-pressure cleaners, power generators and compressors to its TA35 circuit breaker series.

News from Schurter, Sep 28, 2010

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Schurter offers covers for TA35 circuit breakers

Schurter has introduced protection covers for its TA35 series Circuit Breaker, which is targeted at laboratory equipment for chemical and medical applications.

News from Schurter, Sep 14, 2010

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USFF 1206 fuses target low-current applications

Schurter has introduced USFF 1206 fuses with a super-quick-acting characteristic for low-current applications.

News from Schurter, Sep 14, 2010

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Solar fuse and fuse-holder protect PV applications

Schurter has launched the ASO solar fuse and FSO fuse-holder with quick-acting characteristic, designed to protect photovoltaic (PV) and similar DC applications.

News from Schurter, Sep 8, 2010

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Optically coupled isolators for harsh environments

Optek Technology has developed a series of reliable, optically coupled isolators that provide military electronics design engineers with the ability to optically isolate sensitive circuit elements.

News from Optek Technology, Sep 2, 2010

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TVS diodes protect against transient pulses

The XBP06V4 range of TVS diodes from Torex Semiconductor combines ultra-small packaging with low line capacity for safeguarding systems against ESD and other voltage-induced transient pulses.

News from Torex Semiconductor, Aug 20, 2010

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Photocoupler enables 20Mbps data transmission

Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) has announced an ultra-compact photocoupler for high-speed communication interfaces.

News from Toshiba Electronics, Aug 20, 2010

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Toshiba photorelays target switching applications

Toshiba's semiconductor photorelays offer longer service life, lower power consumption and reduced board-space requirements over mechanical alternatives for a variety of switching applications.

News from Toshiba Electronics, Aug 11, 2010

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TDA launches ceramic PTC thermistors

TDA Elektronic Technology has launched the twin SMD package PTC TSF4SS20RF ceramic PTC thermistors, designed to offer protection in over-current applications.

News from TDA Elektronic Technology, Jul 26, 2010

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Ceradiodes protect many USB ports simultaneously

TTI has launched Ceradiode arrays from Epcos, which are used to protect several USB ports simultaneously from static discharges, significantly reducing the PCB space and logistics costs.

News from TTI, Jul 19, 2010

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ATC Semitec offers circuit protection devices

ATC Semitec offers a range of protection devices for lighting circuit protection applications, including thermistors and limiters.

News from ATC Semitec, Jul 12, 2010

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Catalogue features surge protection devices

TDA Elektronic Technology has introduced its latest product catalogue, featuring the company's full range of circuit protection devices for telecom and industrial applications.

News from TDA Elektronic Technology, Jul 6, 2010

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Lane offers lightning protection for DC to 18GHz

Lane Electronics is offering a range of lightning-protection devices for applications in the frequency range DC to 18GHz.

News from FC Lane Electronics, Jul 1, 2010

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TVS diodes protect sensitive electronic components

NXP Semiconductors has extended its transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes portfolio designed to protect sensitive components against transient voltages in industrial and automotive applications.

News from NXP Semiconductors, Jun 29, 2010

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Photocouplers can be used in isolated bus drivers

Toshiba has launched two high-speed photocouplers that are said to be ideal for applications such as isolated bus drivers, high-speed line receivers and microprocessor system interfaces.

News from Toshiba Electronics, Jun 29, 2010

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Circuit protection devices:

Circuit protection devices safeguard electrical circuits from over-voltage and over-currents. Examples of these devices include voltage regulators, varistors, electrostatic discharge protection devices, switch/circuit breakers and thyristor surge protection devices.

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  • ChipSESD devices help to protect mobile phones

    Tyco's 0201- and 0402-size ChipSESD devices help to protect: mobile phones, digital cameras and camcorders, computer I/O ports, keypads, low-voltage DC lines, speakers, headphones and microphones.
  • System enables reset and battery-monitoring apps

    With improved temperature characteristics and a tighter detect voltage tolerance, the XC6126 series offers a more accurate, lower-cost solution for simple reset and battery-monitoring applications.
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