An exceptionally wide input voltage range allows PXC5 DC/DC convertors to cover more applications with fewer different models
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An exceptionally wide input voltage range allows PXC5 DC/DC convertors from Lambda to cover more applications with fewer different models, allowing users to save money by reducing stocks. In addition, the convertors can be used to ensure the stable operation of equipment in applications - such as battery-powered systems - where the input supply voltage may be subject to large fluctuations.

Lambda’s new single- and dual-output PXC5 convertors are rated at 5W and are offered in versions to suit supplies in the ranges 9-36 and 18-75V.

In either case, the convertors automatically maintain their output voltage within +/-0.2% of its nominal value over the whole input voltage range.

Designed to be equally suitable for applications in telecommunications, data communications, industrial automation and process control, PXC5 convertors incorporate five-sided shielding.
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When used with a suitably designed printed circuit board, this means that they generate exceptionally low levels of radiated emissions, making them an ideal choice for use in sensitive equipment.

PXC5 DC/DC convertors are approved to a wide range of national and international standards, including UL, CSA, EN and CE, making it easier for users to obtain regulatory approval for equipment which incorporates them, even when it is to be sold in multiple markets around the world.

Single output PXC5 DC/DC convertors are available with output voltages of 3.3, 5, 12 or 15V, while dual output models are offered with +/-5, +/-12 and +/-15V outputs.

Efficiency ranges from 73 to 82% depending on the model, and all types can be used at their full rated power over the temperature range -40 to +70C (higher with derating.) convertors in the PXC5 range use an industry-standard 24-pin DIL package and, measuring just 32 x 20 x 10mm, they are exceptionally economical in their use of valuable board real estate.

VGA and QVGA 5.7in LCD modules address demanding environmental requirements without the cost of ownership penalties typically associated with robust, high-end LCDs
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Anders Electronics has extended its family of industrial-specification TFT displays with five new VGA (640 x 480) and QVGA (320 x 240) 5.7in LCD modules that address demanding environmental requirements without the cost of ownership penalties typically associated with robust, high-end LCDs. In addition to addressing the needs of new industrial applications, the 5.7in TFTs also provide for cost-effective migration of existing designs from conventional monochrome STN/CSTN technologies to full colour displays.

The new 5.7in industrial-specification full colour, transmissive TFT range from Anders Electronics comprises a VGA and a QVGA module with LED backlights, and a QVGA module that incorporates a CCFL backlight and is, therefore, suited to use where high brightness is essential.

Touchscreen variants of both QVGA modules are available, bringing the total number of new industrial-specification products to five.

Ideal for factory automation, process control, test and measurement, and other industrial HMI designs, the new displays will also suit a variety of ticketing and vending applications.
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All the modules are designed for an extended operating temperature range of -20 to +70C.

The new QVGA and VGA LED backlit modules offer brightness levels of 500 and 450cd/m2, respectively, and the CCFL backlit module delivers up to 700cd/m2.

Contrast ratios are 250:1 for the LED-backlit QVGA and VGA LCDs, rising to 300:1 for the CCFL-backlit QVGA product.

At around 20,000 hours, LED backlight lifetime is around twice that of similar products, and the CCFL backlight is rated for up to 50,000 hours.

These extended backlight ratings further contribute to low lifetime operation costs.

The new 5.7in modules join Anders Electronics’ existing 3.5 and 5in industrial-specification LCDs.

As with the other modules in the range, the new products deliver low purchase and lifetime ownership costs backed up with a commitment to long-term design continuity and production.

MicroEmissive Displays Group has signed a stocking and distribution agreement with Cytech Technology, one of the leading distributors of electronic components in Hong Kong and China
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Under the terms of the contract, Cytech will use its extensive network and brand to sell MED’s eyescreen technology to Hong Kong and China based manufacturers. The agreement will generate sales, build and extend the order book for the product and commercialise the technology in the region. Cytech will seek to sell eyescreen to manufacturers for application in a variety of products.

In conjunction with the distribution agreement Cytech has placed a significant stocking order for the product.

This order takes the cumulative value of the supply contracts signed to date to in excess of US $10 million.

As announced in December 2006, the manufacturing tool set was delivered on time and characterisation is underway.
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The management expects the manufacturing line to be capable of volume shipment in the second quarter of 2007.

Commenting on the agreement, Bill Miller, Chief Executive of MED said: ‘The need for low power, high quality displays is being driven by the consumer demand for next generation mobile devices and our product is attracting significant interest’.

‘The agreement with Cytech validates our confidence in the potential for our product as an enabling technology and we are working to build an even stronger order book for the coming year’.

He added: ‘Stocking and supply agreements are a cost effective way of developing our sales network’.

‘We intend to sign further distribution agreements covering other territories in order to secure a global sales framework for our business’.

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Grahame Falconer, MD of Densitron Displays, commented: ‘Densitron in the UK and Ireland focus on added value display solutions to the industrial market’. ‘The range of 3.5 to 10.4in TFT and CSTN displays that Kyocera can provide, are a perfect fit for this sector’. ‘This quality range of products enhances our portfolio and strengthens considerably our offering’.

Colin Holmes, General Manager of Kyocera, commented: ‘Densitron are a forward thinking distributor, offering the solution sale and engineering skill set that will both compliment and enhance the performance of Kyocera’s premium industrial grade displays’.

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This advancement applies to monochrome yellow display OLEDs and the lifetime is calculated for operational hours from initial to half-brightness at 25C. The new feature product using these latest material enhancements is the OSD5664ASYAT02, a 256 x 64 monochrome OLED. This display is perfect for 1RU rack-mount designs, automotive, avionics, and a full range of applications.

The display can support 7bit per pixel PWM for greyscale image depth.

The display offers compatibility with parallel, I2C and SPI interfaces via a standard ZIF-style 0.5mm-pitch flex interface.

This large OLED display features a screen diagonal of 2.8in and 84.0 x 25.8 x 2.2mm outline dimensions.

Philips Lumileds is claiming new performance records for high-power white LEDs
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In tests, Philips Lumileds 1 x 1mm2 chip-based white LEDs, operating at just 350mA, delivered 136 lumen for a light source efficiency of 115 lumen/W at a correlated-colour-temperature (CCT) of 4685K. At 2000mA, Philips Lumileds white LEDs delivered 502 lumen at a corresponding 61 lumen/W. These LEDs are the first high-power LEDs to break through the 100 lumen/W mark and demonstrate the real potential of solid-state lighting technology.

Philips Lumileds, the creator of the 350mA high-power LED, continues its innovation by developing more powerful LEDs capable of long life when driven at 1000, 2000mA and higher.

This innovation improves the light efficacy and the light quality, all while offering the lower cost required by many applications.

Notable in the performance numbers is the CCT which is significantly lower than those typically reported.
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These results clearly demonstrate Philips Lumileds’ progress in both light output and light quality.

Philips Lumileds achieved the record results for white LEDs by combining several new and innovative technologies it has developed.

The first devices using these technologies will be introduced in a new generation of products during this quarter.

These new technologies will continue to proliferate in new, and existing, products throughout the next 12-18 months.

Philips Lumileds breakthroughs in epitaxy, device physics, phosphor, and packaging technologies are critical to delivering the performance required of LEDs as they continue their growth into a preferred light source.

The light output performance announced today and available to the industry in the near future, is 17 times greater at the same power than was available in 1999 when Philips Lumileds introduced the first high-power LED.

While performance numbers continue to increase for low power LEDs, operating at lower currents such as 20mA, high-power LEDs are required to deliver the quality and quantity of light required for today’s and tomorrow’s lighting applications.

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A seven-cable (six-around-one) configuration was used, with the Belden 10GX cables bundled every eight inches.

The 10Gbit/s Ethernet signals were generated using a traffic generator at the XAUI interface to the PHY evaluation boards.

The 10Gbit/s Ethernet signal was looped back at the far end transceiver and the receiver frames compared with the sending frames.
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Live 10GBase-T traffic was transmitted simultaneously on all six neighbouring channels simulating a worst-case alien crosstalk environment.

There were no errors detected for the duration of the testing, which lasted over several hours.

The signal-to-noise ratio monitored during the testing was in excess of 25dB, providing a good margin over the standard.

This truly marks the first real life test to demonstrate the performance capability of 10GBase-T, using Solarflare’s 10GBase-T product over Belden’s 10GX augmented Category 6 cabling.

A real-life example of what this means would be the difference of transmitting high resolution pictures (600 dot/in) at 20 per minute at 1Gbit/s, compared with 200 per minute at 10Gbit/s.

The Belden IBDN System 10GX is not an improved or boosted Category 6 system, but a revolutionary new solution designed around a series of dynamic enabling technologies to ensure the highest level of alien crosstalk isolation and the best electrical performance during high frequency operation.

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As part of the world’s largest distributor of wire and cable, Anixter Components (formerly Heyco) is now able to offer total cabling and wiring solutions for all cable management needs in all markets including OEM and wire assembly. ‘We are truly able to offer a one-stop-shop for all cable supplies’, says Andrew Fletcher, Technical Director, Anixter Components.

‘Our relationship with Anixter means it is easy for customers to approach us with all their cabling needs’.

‘We are delighted to include the leading range of cables from Anixter as part of our offering’.

Anixter Components’ extensive range of over 10,000 cost effective wire and cable products includes accessories such as its new One-Wrap Brand Qwik Ties cable ties - a low cost alternative to standard hook and loop ties that can be fixed around cables easily to create an effective and secure method of bundling for light duty applications.

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From flame retardant and fire resistant cables to low, medium and high voltage cables, Anixter Components has access to the most extensive portfolio of cables, accessories and services to satisfy any customers’ requirement.

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The Y-ConIP20Lock-10 plug and play cable assembly is the most compact USB-B solution with IP20 protection and supplementary lock on the market. This compact design also fits into 19in addon systems. With the ergonomic locking clips, the component offers a tool-less lock guaranteeing a high level of resistance to vibration and loosening while mated.

This type of protected high-speed USB connection can be used in diverse industrial applications - on both service interfaces or as a main connection, but above all wherever increased demands for vibration resistance exists, eg industrial PCs, transport and mechanical systems.

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