Test & Measurement


New generation of multiple output laboratory power supplies

Offering high power within a compact format they use ranged switched mixed-mode regulation with display and control via a large backlit graphic LCD with soft keys. The first models in the MX Series, the 315W MX100T and MX100TP are available

Farnell element14 | 19-01-2017

Time-to-digital converter for laser range-finding systems

Mouser is now stocking the TDC7201 time-to-digital converter from Texas Instruments. The device is designed for use with ultrasonic, laser, and radar range finding equipment using time-of-flight (TOF) technique. Laser-based TOF applications

Mouser Electronics | 18-01-2017

Laser level provides fast, accurate detection of plumb and level lines

Available from RS Components, the Fluke LDR and LDG Laser Line Detectors work with Fluke 2-line laser levels to provide fast, accurate detection of plumb and level lines in high ambient light situations. They are built with the ruggedness y

RS Components | 18-01-2017

Inclinometers for demanding transportation applications

Four new series of Murata inclination sensors that boast excellent shock durability in the MEMS market are now available in Europe at TTI Europe. The inclinometers help determine the 3D position of agriculture and construction equipment whe

TTI Europe | 13-01-2017

Test solution for mixed-signal image sensor designs

Cadence has announced that AltaSens has adopted the Cadence Modus Test Solution for its mixed-signal next-generation image sensors. By using the solution in conjunction with other Cadence digital and verification tools on a 90nm process tec

Cadence | 13-01-2017

Robust Hall-effect sensors used for Mars Rover robotic arm

TT Electronics has announced that its sensors will be used in the NASA mission to the planet Mars in 2020. The robustness of the company’s Hall-effect sensors enables them to withstand the harsh environments found on Mars. The sensors

TT Electronics | 13-01-2017

Advanced all-in-one digital multimeter and thermal imager for electrical maintenance applications

RS Components has announced availability of the DM284 imaging multimeter from FLIR. The device is a high-quality professional all-in-one true-RMS digital multimeter and thermal imager targeting maintenance engineers, panel builders and elec

RS Components | 12-01-2017

Custom sensor incorporates widely used thermistor for development kit

The Temperature Sensor Personality Card, created by Motorola and available from Farnell element14, provides an example of a Moto Mods with a custom sensor. It incorporates a widely used thermistor. This plugs into the 80 pin connector that

Farnell element14 | 12-01-2017

New distribution partnership delivers sensors and controls

PEI-Genesis has become an authorized distributor of Trafag sensors and controls in North America. “This new partnership is a win-win for our two companies,” said Stephen Fisher, chairman and CEO, PEI-Genesis. “In today’s world, at the

PEI-Genesis | 12-01-2017

Function generator features intuitive front-panel user interface

The Keysight Technologies 33500B Series waveform generators offer the common signals and features you expect, such as modulation, sweep, and burst. They are available from Farnell element14. The 33500B Series offers many more features t

Farnell element14 | 10-01-2017

Latest algorithm enables low power consumption and high-speed processing

Socionext has introduced the new SC2000, an image processing IC designed for drones and action cameras. The device is a new product from the M10V series, an eighth-generation version of their Milbeaut Image Processors. It features the lates

Socionext | 09-01-2017

Dual-die linear Hall sensor IC for safety-critical applications

The new A1346 from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a dual-die, highly programmable linear Hall sensor IC that is an ideal solution for safety-critical applications. The sensor incorporates full die redundancy with the added benefits of f

Allegro | 04-01-2017

Affordable 5.5 digit high performance bench/portable multimeter

Available from Farnell element14, the 1908P from AIM-TTI Instruments is a dual measurement bench multimeter with optional RS232, LXI/LAN and GPIB interfaces. The device has both a main display and a secondary display. The two displays c

Farnell element14 | 03-01-2017

Oscilloscope features high waveform update rate and high vertical sensitivity

The Rhode and Schwarz HMO1102 is a 50/70/100MHz digital oscilloscope, available from Farnell element14, features a high waveform update rate and high vertical sensitivity. It offers time domain, logic, protocol and frequency analysis in

Farnell element14 | 20-12-2016

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