Subs & Systems


Compact quad-band GSM/GRPS module using leadless chip carrier castellation packaging

The Quectel GSM and GPRS Module (M66FA-TEA-04-STD), from RS Components, is a compact quad-band GSM/GRPS module using Leadless Chip Carrier (LCC) castellation packaging. It is based on the latest 2G chipset, has the optimal performance in SM

RS Components | 21-04-2016

Ultra-compact 3G/2G cellular module is smallest available

Alpha Micro Components has announced availability of the U-blox SARA-U201, the smallest cellular module available supporting 2G and 3G. Measuring just 16mm x 26mm x 3mm, the 96-pin SARA-U201 provides 5-band UMTS, quad-band GSM, and has glob

Alpha Micro Components | 21-04-2016

Optical sensor detects transparent and other difficult objects

A new high-performance optical sensor that can reliably identify mirrored, transparent, diffuse and other hard to detect surfaces has been launched by Omron Electronic Components Europe. The B5W light convergent reflective sensor detec

Omron | 20-04-2016

Compact new high-performance low-power incremental encoder

Designed for measuring angles to a high degree of precision, a highly-compact new incremental encoder has been introduced by Heidenhain The ERO 2000 has ten times higher resolution and reproducibility than competitive products due to its s

Heidenhain | 20-04-2016

New waterproof fan protected to IP55 for harsh environmental conditions

Now stocked by Aerco, the ADDA AQ1212HB is a 12VDC waterproof fan that is environmentally protected to IP55 and ideally suited to applications where harsh environmental conditions occur. Protected against direct and indirect water spray,

Aerco | 19-04-2016

Compact low-profile micro-speakers target portable applications

CUI has announced a new line of compact, low-profile micro-speakers housed in packages as small as 13mm x 13mm. The CDS series, with profile depths as low as 3mm, offers a variety of power ratings from 0.3W to 6W and come with impedance of

CUI | 15-04-2016

Ultra--small fanless mini PC satisfies a variety of demanding applications

Stealth.com has released its new model LPC-175F, an ultra-small fanless mini PC featuring wide range temperature operation and designed for a variety of demanding applications. Designed for wide range temperature operation -20 to 70C, th

Stealth | 14-04-2016

High-performance heat sinks for cooling DC-DC power modules

Advanced Thermal Solutions (ATS) now provides a family of high-performance maxiFLOW heat sinks for cooling DC-DC power converters and power modules. The power brick heat sinks are available for full, half, quarter and one-eighth brick si

ATS | 14-04-2016

High-performance graphics board for safety-critical applications

Abaco systems has introduced the XMCGA8 XMC high-performance graphics board. Designed for users requiring the ability to deliver safety-critical applications certified to DO-178 and DO-254 with long-term support, it can provide an indust

Abaco Systems | 14-04-2016

Temperature microcontroller monitors and protects medical equipment

Laird has developed the SR-54 Series programmable temperature controller that can be incorporated into a thermoelectric assembly (TEA) to add integrated, customizable and precise temperature control for medical diagnostic equipment. T

Laird | 13-04-2016

Fuse clips and holders clips designed for easy installation and replacement without tools

MPD's fuse clips and holders, available from Digi-Key, come in a variety sizes offering dependability in various applications. The clips are designed to directly mount fuses to PCBs in the most economical method, enabling easy installation

Digikey | 11-04-2016

Innovative long-term solution for users of the VME architecture

Enabling users to maximize their return on investment, minimize long-term cost of ownership and ensure the long-term viability of VME, Abaco Systems has introduced Vivo, an innovative solution that provides long term support for users of

Abaco Systems | 08-04-2016

Professional-grade BLE module with built-in ARM Cortex M0 microcontroller

Mouser now stocks the RF Digital RFD77101 Simblee Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Module which is offered as a 10mm x 7mm x 2mm professional-grade radio transceiver with a built-in ARM Cortex M0 microcontroller (MCU) and Bluetooth Smart engin

Mouser Electronics | 01-04-2016

High-performance STM32 L4 series ARM Cortex-M4 based microcontrollers from stock

RS Components has announced stock availability of the STMicroelectronics STM32 L4 series of ultra low-power microcontrollers (MCUs), which offer a novel blend of high memory size with ultra-low-power and CPU performance for a variety of

RS Components | 01-04-2016

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