Passives


New cylindrical supercapacitor series with excellent pulse power handling characteristics

AVX has released a new series of cylindrical, electrochemical, double-layer supercapacitors. Rated for 2.7V and delivering high capacitance values (1F - 3,000F), low ESR (0.16mohm - 200mohm at 1,000KHz), low leakage (6µA - 5,800µA), high en

AVX | 02-11-2016

Ultra-precision thin film chip resistor delivers extremely low TCR

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced a new ultra-precision thin film chip resistor that offers a dramatic improvement in TCR and tolerance over previous-generation devices. Available in five case sizes from 0603 to 2512, the PLTU offers a

Vishay | 02-11-2016

Varistors offer multilayer ceramic TVS protection and EMI attenuation in single chip

AVX’s TransFeed varistors, stocked by Digi-Key, provide a unique combination of multilayer ceramic construction in a feedthrough configuration that gives the circuit designer a component that responds to transient events faster. The varisto

Digikey | 31-10-2016

Hybrid capacitors optimise designs in performance, long life and low ESR values

Stocked by TTI Europe, these Hybrid capacitors from Panasonic Automotive and Industrial Systems Europe, combine the advantages of electrolytic capacitors with those of solid polymer capacitors. They have established themselves as reliant an

TTI Europe | 31-10-2016

Miniature long-life capacitor guarantees 3,000 hours of operation

New Yorker Electronics has just released a new miniature aluminium electrolytic capacitor series designed to hold up to intense outdoor environments, including extreme heat. United Chemi-Con’s new GXF Series of radial lead type aluminium el

New Yorker Electronics | 31-10-2016

SMD resistors withstand high surge conditions

TT Electronics has launched two new ranges of SMD thick film chip resistors designed to optimise performance under pulse and surge conditions. With a value range of 1R0 to 1M0, the resistors provide surge protection in compact circuits wher

TT Electronics | 28-10-2016

New multilayer organic low pass filters with excellent performance

AVX has released a new series of low profile, low pass filters with best-in-class performance. Based on the company’s patented and proven multilayer organic (MLO) high density interconnect technology, the new LP Series MLO low pass filters

AVX | 28-10-2016

Power controllers provide seamless control of three-phase electric heating loads

Available from RS Components, Thyristor power control modules from United Automation can provide seamless control of three-phase electric heating loads from a suitable BMS or similar controller. These burst firing controllers use zero-volta

RS Components | 24-10-2016

Low profile power resistors have excellent heat transfer and small dimensions

The TJT series is a range of high quality, high stability aluminium housed low profile power resistors designed for direct heat sink attachment, available now from Farnell element14. A wide range of resistance values is available in 150

Farnell element14 | 21-10-2016

Dual colour emitting diodes for wearables, health monitoring and pulse oximetry

Vishay VSMD66694 dual colour emitting diodes, in stock at Mouser, combine technologies of a standard red LED with a IR emitter with 660nm and 940nm peak wavelengths. The diodes are based on SurfLight technology, providing high radiant power

Mouser Electronics | 21-10-2016

Common mode chokes with ESD suppressor circuit for use in smartphones, tablets and PCs

Available from Mouser, Panasonic EXC common mode chokes are common mode noise filters. These chokes also include an ESD suppressor circuit. The chokes are ideal for use in smartphones and table PCs. They are ideal for ESD and noise suppress

Mouser Electronics | 20-10-2016

New 26VDC varistor expands proven dual-function automotive series

Expanding its proven portfolio, the latest from AVX is a 26VDC dual-function device for its TransFeed and TransFeed automotive ranges. The new device offers exceptional EMI/RFI filtering and bi-directional ESD protection capabilities to

AVX | 20-10-2016

Latest ceramic capacitor range is based on a new dielectric

Miniaturization still drives future electronic equipment designs. This ongoing evolution inspired Exxelia Technologies to develop a new space-grade high-voltage ceramic capacitor range based on a new dielectric material named C48X, combi

Exxelia | 18-10-2016

Extremely compact transponder coils for PEPS car access systems

Stocked by Mouser, the EPCOS / TDK B82451L series transponder coils are z-axis coils for passive entry, passive start (PEPS) car access systems. With their dimensions of just 7.7mm x 7.4mm x 2.65mm the components are extremely compact and f

Mouser Electronics | 18-10-2016

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