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Excelsys Website Provides Online Power Supply ConfigurationExcelsys Technologies has gone live with its reskinned website. Offering visitors fast access to products or bespoke solutions a click on the home page takes customers to the EXCELerate Wizard which offers the ability to configure application specific power supplies online and purchase from their nearest authorised distributor. 
Offline Switcher ICs Enable Compact and Lightweight Notebook AdaptersPower Integrations has announced a new, ultra-low-profile package for its popular TOPSwitch-HX family of AC-DC power conversion ICs. This small new package combined with the best-in-class efficiency and high operating frequency of TOPSwitch-HX enables remarkably slim, compact, and lightweight power supplies from 20 to 100 watts. Applications include adapters for notebook computers, as well as power supplies for LCD monitors and flat-panel TVs, in which slim form factor and high efficiency have become critical design criteria. 
Medical Power Supply from Protek PowerThe PM450 Series of medical grade power supplies from Protek Power North America offer 450W of performance packed design and compliance to worldwide EN60101-1 medical safety standards for a variety of applications in patient vicinity medical devices, dental electronics, and laboratory equipment. 
Databook details industry’s DC/DC converters from Murata Power SolutionsMurata Power Solutions has introduced its new DC/DC converter databook. The 36-page colour catalogue provides technical data on the company's extensive offering of isolated, point-of-load (POL), bus converter, processor support and memory support DC/DC converters. 
80A voltage regulator module from MurataMurata Power Solutions has added a new model to its VR110 Series of single inline packaged (SIP) voltage regulator modules (VRMs) to address applications where component height is restricted. The VR110B080CA-1C is housed in a package that achieves an industry-leading installed height of just 0.807in. (module height is 0.782in.). 
electronica looks set to be the best place to discover the latest developments in power supplieselectronica will present what is expected to be the most extensive range of products both for power supply developers and OEM users of all types of electronic power supply systems. Visitors to the world's largest electronics event will find practically every product and service in one place. Such products and services range from the latest passive and active electronic components and power management and performance semiconductors through to suitable development tools, all of which are required for successful power supply design. 
720W Power Factor Correction Module From PowersolvePowersolve has announced a 720W power factor correction module designed to present a near unity power factor to the incoming power line and to generate a typical output of 393Vdc intended for supplying one or more high voltage DC-DC converters. 
Single output power supplies from LambdaLambda has extended its successful HWS family of single output power supplies with the introduction of the 300W and 600W versions with a 300% peak power capability for 5 seconds. Coming with a lifetime warranty, the new HWS300P and HWS600P series are designed for industrial applications, such as factory automation, process control, and motor and pump drives and provide a very cost and space efficient solution compared to oversizing conventional power supplies just to handle the peak current. 
SL Power Electronics Introduces Broad Offering of External Power Supplies to Meet Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007SL Power Electronics has announced a new range of external power supplies designed to meet the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). The new legislation stipulates that linear and switching single output external power supplies manufactured on or after July 1, 2008 meet higher energy efficiency standards. 
Powersolve’s latest power supply is sealed against harsh environmentsLeading power supply specialist Powersolve announces the TEX-120 series of industrial power supplies designed for applications in harsh outdoor environments. The rugged die-cast aluminium housing is water, ice, oil and dust resistant and is approved to IP67 and NEMA4X requirements. 
SL Power increases Power over Ethernet (PoE) power levels by up to 60%With the ever-increasing use of Power over Ethernet (PoE) as a cost effective and in many cases necessary method of powering a wide range of equipment, the need to increase power levels beyond 20W is seen as key to PoE's continued adoption. 
Power dividers from Link MicrotekNew from RF and microwave component specialist Link Microtek is the Tiger TGP-A series of power dividers, which are manufactured to high quality standards and yet are offered at competitive prices. 
New Industrial Water Cooled Programmable DC Power SuppliesMagna-Power Electronics have introduced water-cooling as an option for there PQ Series III and TS Series II high-performance DC power supplies. 
LED Power Supply from Mean WellThe LP series of LED power supplies are targeted at small scale signboard, LED decorative lighting, and indoor lighting applications. The LPC series which can provide 350mA, 700mA, 1050mA, or 1400mA constant current are especially suitable for driving single strip high brightness LEDs. 
Intelligent power module for solder-free assembly from SemikronSemikron has introduced the MiniSKiiP IPM intelligent power module for quick and easy solder-free assembly. The module has been developed for motor power up to 15kW and incorporates a latch-up free Silicon on Insulator (SOI) driver IC for reliable system operation. Compared to other intelligent power modules, this new unit features the lowest thermal resistance of 0.95K/W and the highest junction temperature of +175°C. 
DC/AC Sine Wave Inverters from SchaeferSchaefer has announced the IV Series of DC/AC inverters. The design of the IV Series synchronizes three individual switch mode inverters and three output transformers, for a symmetrical 3-phase output. The transformers provide input/output isolation, while transforming the voltages to user required outputs. 
Laboratory power supplies from TTiThe SRS PS300 series of high-voltage power supplies, sold in the UK by TTi, has been extended to include 10 kV and 20 kV models for both positive and negative polarity. These four new single-output models each have a power rating of 10 W. The full PS300 range also includes 25 W dual-output models which cover ±1.25 kV up to ±5 kV. All models are housed in a compact half-rack case suitable for bench or rack mounting. 
High-voltage power supplies from HiTek PowerHiTek Power has introduced a series of 600W ultra slim, lightweight high voltage power supplies housed in a 1U high chassis. Careful design of power electronics and thermal management has enabled these new supplies to provide this level of output power from units measuring only 430mmW x 500mmD x 42mmH – double the power available from competitors' similarly-sized supplies. 
Programmable High Power DC power supplies from Magna-Power ElectronicsThe latest range of Programmable High Power DC power supplies from Magna-Power Electronics is now available in the UK from Telonic Instruments. The TS Series comprises a broad line of high-density rack-mount, DC switching power supplies ranging from 15kW to 45kW. The series features 80 models with output voltages ranging from 16 to 1000V DC and currents ranging from 20 to 2700A. 
Ericsson’s power module is digitally controlled for MicroTCA applicationsEricsson Power Modules' MicroTCA power module has gone through extensive interoperability testing with other MicroTCA component suppliers and system integrators. The digital control of the DC/DC converter that is embedded within the module is unique to Ericsson and provides cutting edge performance in terms of the level of control available, and efficiency. 
True On-Line UPS System from XP EnergyXP Energy Systems Ltd announces a key addition to its industry leading range of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems designed for use in a variety of applications where constant, reliable power is an essential requirement. 
LED constant current demonstration board from Vicor's V.I ChipV.I Chip, Inc., a subsidiary of Vicor Corporation, has announced a constant current (CC) PRM regulator demonstration board for light emitting diode (LED) applications such as street & stadium lighting, high-end projectors, active outdoor advertising and architectural installations. 
600W MicroTCA power modules from Emerson Network PowerEmerson Network Power has launched a series of compact self-contained power solutions for MicroTCA systems. Fully compliant with the PICMG MicroTCA.0 Revision 1.0 specification, the new MTC600 series power modules are available in ac-input and dc-input versions, and can support shelves, cubes and other system implementations. Rated at 600W output power, the modules implement all the incoming power conversion, power management and power protection functionality necessary for supplying a fully populated MicroTCA system. 
Higher Speeds and Lower Input Voltages with Electronic Loads from KikusuiKikusui's PLZ4W Series DC Electronic Loads feature faster rise/fall times with variable slew rates for transient testing on high speed DC/DC convertors, DC power supplies, Batteries and Fuel Cells. 
Two new variable frequency AC power suppliesTelonic Instruments, Kikusui's UK Distributor has introduced two new Variable Frequency AC Power Supplies to compliment its line up of high quality frequency converters. True 12/24Volt Split Dual Voltage Power Supply Battery Charger from OmniflexProviding both 24Volts and 12Volts in battery standby systems can be inconvenient and costly so Omniflex has introduced the DUAL Voltage PTL Charger series which is a combined power supply and true 12/24Volt Split Battery Charger. 
AC/DC Power Supplies and DC/DC Converters with Medical Safety ApprovalsPower Sources Unlimited has launched a website section devoted to showcasing thousands of AC/DC power supplies and DC/DC converters with medical safety approvals. 1000W Intelligent Battery ChargerMEAN WELL has introduced an intelligent AC/DC battery charger PB-1000 series. Featuring user selectable 2-stage / 8-stage charging characteristics, this intelligent charger controlled by microprocessor can quickly and efficiently feed your hungry batteries or using a more complete charging curve to store more energy into the battery banks. There are 2 battery banks can be connected to PB-1000 at the same time. The designed charging serial will switch the charging current between two battery banks automatically to ensure both banks are fully charged and maintain them at a suitable energy capacity level all the time. PSMA Elects Rob Hill and Marshall Miles to Board of Directors and re-elects Alex Levran and Bharat Shah to Second TermThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA ) has announced the election of four industry leaders to serve as members of the association's Board of Directors. Elected to the board for the first time are Rob Hill and Marshall Miles. Alex Levran, Ph.D. and Bharat S. Shah were each re-elected to serve a second three-year term. Elections were conducted at the PSMA annual meeting held in conjunction with the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) in Austin, Texas. 
Guide to specifying a power supply from SL Power ElectronicsAn AC to DC power supply is a piece of electrical equipment that converts mains into a DC output to supply many types of electronic equipment. There are two types – Linear and Switch mode. 
Medical Power Supply From Excelsys TechnologiesExcelsys Technologies has introduced the new Xzite 1200W modular power supply approved for use in medical applications. The Xzite family of low noise power supplies has measured background noise of just 59dBA while providing up to 1200 watts output in an extremely compact 1U x 260 x 127mm package. 
1U high Sine Wave Inverters from UNIPOWER provide up to 2kVALeading power specialist UNIPOWER Corporation announces a new series of rack-mount sine wave inverters that will find wide application in telecoms systems. The Scimitar Series are 1U high, 1kVA and 2kVA sine wave inverters designed for 19in rack systems and capable of producing a 115 or 230VAC output from a 12, 24 or 48VDC power source. 
Cost-Efficient Multi-output Power Supply From LambdaLambda has launched a lower power range of multi-output models to its popular NV-Power family of configurable power supplies. The new NV-100 models enable Lambda to satisfy the increasing demand for cost-efficient 1U high configurable power solutions at 100W in broadcast and instrumentation markets. In addition, the new models hold MIL-STD-801E approvals and as such are capable of withstanding the rough handling and harsh service conditions associated with military use. The range is also well suited to other applications, such as ATE, automation, routers and servers, and security networks. 
Din-Rail Power Supplies Beat Harsh EnvironmentsPULS UK is now offering conformal coating on a number of their power supply models. Conformal coating provides higher operational safety and reliability in a number of installation environments where conditions may be prone to high humidity, vibration, thermal shock or rapid temperature changes, unusually dusty or have airborne contaminants. Compact X-ray generator power supply offers option of RS232 controlHiTek Power's XRG70 is a 72W X-ray generator power supply module for grounded-cathode tubes that incorporates the high voltage and filament power supply stages and all necessary beam control circuitry. Measuring only 204 x 73 x 127mm, the new unit is the smallest in the market for its power capabilities. It is available with an optional interface to enable full control via RS232. 
Connectorised wideband 0.5W power amplifier modules cover 10MHz to 15GHzNow available from Link Microtek are two MMIC-based connectorised power amplifier modules that are ideal for broadband instrumentation, test equipment and communications applications. Manufactured by Hittite Microwave Corporation, the HMC-C037 and HMC-C036 are GaAs PHEMT 0.5W power amplifiers designed to operate over the wide frequency range of 10MHz to 15GHz. 
Front Ends from Powersolve Provide up to 850WPowersolve has announced two DC-input bulk front-end power modules designed for systems that use distributed power architectures. The modules are additions to Emerson Network Power's Astec DS series and feature a very wide 40 to 72VDC input voltage range, which is ideal for telecom and central office applications operating from 48V battery sources. They produce a main +12VDC output, together with an auxiliary 3.3 VDC output for applications that require standby operation. 
2500W Power Converter - Efficient, Robust and Compact for Critical ApplicationsSchaefer, Inc. has introduced the C4700 Series of 2,500 Watt DC/DC converter, AC/DC power supply and battery charging products. The Series' robust design, using industrial grade components, yields a highly efficient, space-saving solution for even the most extreme environments in industries such as railway controls and communications equipment (onboard and trackside), military applications, alternative energy applications, transportation, and process control systems. 
New PULS UK Website Gives Fast Access to High Efficiency Power SuppliesPULS UK has unveiled it's new, high speed website. The homepage features a simple to use "product finder" where visitors may enter a PULS part number or simply the volts, amps or watts they require and be directed immediately to the "best fit" product offerings. 
Camden Electronics Battery Balancer Improves Performance And Extends LifeCamden Electronics has launched a battery balancer that is designed to balance the voltage of pairs of batteries during charging to help improve performance and extend battery life. 
2 Phase Input Din-Rail DC Power Supply Saves SpacePULS UK has announced the launch of its latest space-saving DIN-Rail mounted power supply. Part of the highly successful MiniLine series the new ML100.200 is designed for phase-to-phase operation at 380-480VAC with no neutral. Taking power between two phases reduces terminal space and costs associated with wiring, fuses and installation time. 
Advanced Modular Power Platform from VicorThe Brick Business Unit of Vicor Corporation has announced the introduction of an advanced modular power platform: the VI BRICK. The VI BRICK family incorporates the technical attributes of V•I Chip technology and a robust packaging that facilitates thermal management and through-hole assembly. Models include high-current density low-voltage DC-DC converters, a wide range of highly efficient bus converters (BCM), and individual modules – PRM and VTM - for both regulation and transformation. 
Low-noise power supply offers dual and single output modesTTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) has launched a dual-output version of its New PL Series of linear regulated power supplies. The PL303QMD is the latest model in the New PL series of ultra low-noise and ultra-compact PSUs, which have replaced the original PL series. 
X-ray generator PSUs offer high stability and low rippleHiTek Power's MH60 high voltage power modules for use in X-ray generation applications offer high stability, low ripple and a safety interlock. They are based on HiTek Power's "core engine" strategy, which combines high-voltage technologies in different combinations to offer semi-custom supplies for specialised markets, offering an optimal solution, reduced time to market and lower engineering charges. 
New Intelligent Power Modules from Mitsubishi ElectricMitsubishi Electric is introducing its new Intelligent Power Module (IPM) of the L1-Series featuring high-speed, low-loss IGBT chips with full gate CSTBT (Carrier-Stored Trench Gate Bipolar Transistor). In addition to the mechanical compatibility with existing L-Series IPMs, the L1-Series family covers an additional small package with improved performance. 
UNIPOWER signs EMEA/Asia Pacific deal with Power Solutions IncUNIPOWER Europe announces that it has signed an agreement with leading US power supply manufacturer Power Solutions Inc. With immediate effect, UNIPOWER Europe becomes a master distributor for the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions. According to Nigel Frey, UNIPOWER's Sales and Marketing Director, "The new agreement brings a wide selection of power sources which are complementary to our existing product portfolio and allows us the opportunity to provide solutions at the low to medium end of the power spectrum. XP Power takes over Shanghai manufacturing operation and expands production facilitiesXP Power announced today that it has bought out its partners 50% shareholding of their manufacturing joint venture, Forton XP Power. The $2.5m deal gives XP Power complete control and ownership of the 26,000 sq ft power supply manufacturing operation that was established with Forton in 2006. 
LED Driver modules suit constant current and constant voltage requirements.Specialist power conversion distributor, PIV Technology has announced a new range of LED Driver modules from its Taiwan based manufacturing partner Glacial Power Inc. The Glacial Power range of LED Drivers provides constant current capability with the LC series and constant voltage with the LV and MS series of products. The drivers feature a Class II Universal Input (90-264V ac, 47-63Hz) and cover an output range of 1 – 24 watts. 
Aircraft Battery Test System For Flight Line Support on show at Aerospace 08 ExhibitionIntepro Systems will be launching its new IBT700 battery test system for aircraft at the Aerospace 08 exhibition in Munich, April 15-17. Cyclic charge and discharge of Lithium Ion batteries is critical for the safe and reliable operation of these batteries, especially when used in fail-safe installations in aircraft. 
Gigabit Plus External Power Supply for PoE ApplicationsSL Power Electronics has announced its next-generation single port power injectors for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), Gigabit-compatible applications (10/100/1000 MbPS data rates) with power up to 32W (model dependent). The Ault PW183 family, known as PoE Plus Gigabit, provides power to devices through RJ45 jacks and high-speed data transfer over a single Ethernet cable. Power Supply in a Package - Power Supply on a Chip - a new report by the PSMAThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA) has announced that it has issued a report entitled Market and Technology Report on Power Supply in a Package – Power Supply on a Chip. This report documents the first phase of a two-phase special project whose objective is to provide insight to both PSMA members and the broader electronics industry as to the potential impact of this paradigm shift within the power supply industry. 
Compact Water Cooled 8000W Power ConverterSchaefer has introduced the CW5300 Series of water cooled, 8000 Watt DC/DC and AC/DC converter modules. The Series' compact, yet robust, design yields an extremely high power density, offering a space-saving solution for even the most extreme environments in industries such as railway controls/communications equipment (onboard and trackside), military, alternative energy, transportation, and process control systems. PSMA Announces On-Line Energy Efficiency DatabaseThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA) has announced the availability of an online database containing the evolving standards and regulations for energy efficiency. This online database, available through the Energy Efficiency Forum on the PSMA web site, includes the various organizations – state, national and worldwide – that are active in establishing energy efficiency standards and regulations for power supplies used in commercial applications. PSMA Announces Nanotechnology Forum and Offers E-Learning TutorialPSMA has announced the availability to its members of an e-learning tutorial on the basics of nanotechnology and what is happening in the field. The focus of the tutorial is for technical and marketing people involved in the power sources industry who have heard of nanotechnology but have not had any exposure to it, or as a refresher of the basics for those who are somewhat familiar with the technology. The tutorial highlights domestic and global activities, links to hands-on websites, and includes a glossary of basic nanotechnology vocabulary. 
6W ITE/Medical Charging Cradles meet RoHS, Energy Star & California Energy Commission (CEC) StandardsGlobTek's GTM91094 series of Desktop Charging Cradles meet international Class II, Double-Enforced Insulation Mechanical Configurations, Regulated Output voltage from: 5V to 48Vdc in 0.1V increment, up to 6W of continuous output power. Style enclosed power supplies are housed in Impact Resistant non-vented Polycarbonate Case, Thermal Conduction Cooling, Case Dimensions: 107.5 x 76 x 45 mm. PSMA Announces Reprint Availability of J. K. Watson’s Applications of MagnetismThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA ) has announced availability of a reprint of the classic book Applications Of Magnetism authored by the late J. K. Watson and originally published by John Wiley and Sons in 1980. 
Custom power supply from Excelsys meets EPC Labs' demanding shipborne specWhen EPC Labs, manufacturers of shipboard Thermal Graphic Recorders and Data Acquisition Systems needed a custom power supply they found it on www.excelsys.com. Taking the unique part number provided by the online configurator, EPC contacted the nearest Excelsys distributor who was able to assemble and configure the power supply to EPC's custom voltage and current needs. The supply was then dispatched within 24 hours using the distributor's stock of modular, off-the-shelf components. 
Powersolve grows into new 20,000ft² facilityThe need to add more design capability as well as increased warehousing has prompted leading power solutions specialist Powersolve to move to new premises in Newbury, Berkshire. At just over 20,000ft², the new facility provides Powersolve with more than double the storage space allowing the company to provide more of its product offering from stock. 
Point of Load converters suit wide range of applicationsLambda has added to its range of point of load converters with the launch of the iAD series of non-isolated, single inline package, through-hole mounting devices. Featuring a DOSA compatible pin out, the iAD series addresses a broad range of applications from telecoms through to industrial equipment. 
Gigabit Power Injector for Power-Over-Ethernet ApplicationsSL Power Electronics Corp has announced a single port power injector for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), Gigabit-compatible applications (10/100/1000 MbPS data rates). The Ault PW182 family provides power to devices through RJ45 jacks and high-speed data transfer over a single Ethernet cable. The PW182 family has four models --- PW182RA, PW182RB, PW182RC and PW182RD. The models vary slightly in their functionality, power level and compliance with IEEE 802.3af , the standard that defines the specifications for building Ethernet-powered sourcing equipment and powered terminals. 
Rack mountable programmable power supplyWith the success of the SM1500 series of programmable power supplies Delta Elektronika have developed the all new SM 800 series to offer lower power output versions. The half 19in rack width size gives the advantage of fitting two power supplies side by side which can offer the engineer, the choice of many output voltage and current combinations. 
Convection-Cooled Power System provides up to 1440WXP Energy Systems Ltd, an XP Group company, announces the CCR Series modular rack-mount power system which is designed to provide 240 to 1440W. Unusually for a power system of this size, CCR Series units are convection cooled and do not require fans or forced air for operation. Emerson Network Power launches new websiteEmerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, has launched a new website that is dedicated to embedded power conversion products. Known as www.powerconversion.com, the website brings the company's Astec and Artesyn product brands together for the first time, making it home to one of the largest portfolios of ac-dc power supplies and dc-dc converters in the world. 
1U half-rack programmable DC PSU provides 850 WAn updated version of the Xantrex XTR Series of programmable DC power systems, which provides up to 850 W from a 1U half-rack package, is now available from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments). Designed for test, production, laboratory, OEM and quality-assurance applications, the XTR provides a wealth of features to ensure accuracy and greater efficiency, delivering stable, variable output voltage and current for a broad range of requirements. Protek Power North America Opens Hudson, MA OfficeProtek Power North America has announced the opening of its Hudson, MA facility. Protek Power is a leader in the design, manufacturing, and sales of world-class power supplies for the Medical and ITE markets. The Hudson facility will provide sales and technical engineering support, as well custom product design engineering, on-site diagnostic testing, and warehousing. 
X-ray generator power supplies offer high levels of remote monitoring and controlHiTek Power's XR1000 and XR2000 series of X-ray generator power supplies are 1kW and 2kW rack-mounted units that produce the tightly-controlled power needed to drive and control X-ray tubes. They incorporate high levels of remote control and monitoring to meet the needs of modern X-ray systems to be controlled more finely and the growing need to protect ever-more-expensive tubes. 
Din-Rail DC UPS saves spacePULS UK has announced an energy efficient and space saving DC UPS for industrial control systems. The UB10.245 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) controller works alongside any standard 24VDC power supply or power bus and with one 12V battery can provide no-break power and protect against voltage fluctuations. The UB10.245 UPS features two outputs, 24VDC for control systems, valves etc. and 12VDC for modems, remote telemetry or control networks. The 12VDC secondary output is generated by a high efficiency DC:DC converter within the UPS. 
SL Power Electronics partners with Teal across EuropeSL Power Electronics Corp. has announced that it has formed a partnership with fellow SL Industries subsidiary company TEAL Electronics, the leading developer of OEM power conditioning equipment and power subsystems, with a focus on the Medical Imaging, Medical Treatment, Defence-Aerospace, and Semiconductor Test markets. 
Rectifiers Provide Green Solution to Contaminated PCB Etchant SolutionPowerstax has announced the availability of a range of DC Rectifiers for use in the etching process of printed circuit boards. Manufactured in the UK by DP Energy the rectifiers are built to exacting industry-standard specifications for the process of removing the Amonical or cupric (copper) from the solution used to etch PCB's. This process enables the etchant solution to be re-used saving material costs and providing an ecologically sound manufacturing process. 
Nu Horizons introduces compact universal-input 50W power supplyAstec/Artesyn's LPT50 series of triple-output, universal input 50W switching power supplies is now available from Nu Horizons Electronics. The devices have a compact 2 by 4" (50.8 by 101.6mm) footprint and are less than 1U high, achieving a typical efficiency of 80% at full load. 
NI Introduces USB-Controlled RMS RF Power MeterNational Instruments has announced the company's first USB-controlled true RMS RF power meter, which provides a highly flexible solution for automated test, measurement and monitoring applications in a small footprint. The 6 GHz NI USB-5680 power meter features high measurement accuracy and wide dynamic range packaged in a size similar to a typical power head. In automated test applications, the small size frees up valuable rack space without sacrificing performance. Powered solely from the USB cable, the new power meter is also ideal for portable applications because it consumes only 100 mA of current without an external power supply. 
600W Rugged Power Converter Features Many Voltage Range ChoicesSchaefer, Inc. introduces the C/B 2700 Series of 3U DC/DC and AC/DC converter modules and battery chargers. The C/B 2700's robust design uses industrial grade components and provides a high density, space-saving solution for applications in industries such as railway controls and communications equipment (onboard and trackside), military applications, oil/gas processing, fuel cell applications, transportation, telecommunication systems, process control systems, and power stations. 
Lambda first to offer lifetime warrantyLambda Europe has announced that its HWS series of high-quality industrial power supplies now comes with a lifetime warranty as standard, a "first" in the industry. 
HV Power Supply targets Detector applications with Low Power Consumption, & Low RippleEMCO's latest supply is ideal for Detector or APD applications such as: spectrometers, blood analyzers, DNA analyzers, radiation test and measuring, X-ray scanning, detector arrays and more. Standard features include low power consumption of < 300mW, ripple < 2mV p-p, high stability, 0 to 100% programmable output voltage, over voltage protection and voltage monitor. Power System Modules for Reliable Energy Management from RittalRittal's Power System Modules (PSM) provide revolutionary energy management for existing IT racks and data centres via plug-in modules that simply snap into position within the rack matrix. Each PSM permits energy supply through a vertical rail with a three-phase feed; each phase is rated at 16A and each strip is capable of supplying 96A. EPRI/PSMA Publish Energy Efficiency Workshop ReportThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA ) has announced the release of Follow the Power, a report on the Energy Efficiency Workshop held on February 24, 2007 and sponsored by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and PSMA. This benchmark report captures the major possible energy efficiency improvements for the entire power network from Power Generator to the Integrated Circuit (the load). 
XP Power trebles warranty period to three yearsXP Power has announced a trebling of its product warranty period to 3 years, from the current 1 year. The new policy is effective immediately. All XP Power's own brand standard products are covered when used within specification and operating under normal working conditions. The warranty period starts when the product has been dispatched by XP. 
POL converter requires only five external componentsNow available from Nu Horizons Electronics, Astec/Artesyn's SMT12F series is a new range of ultra-compact non-isolated point-of-load converters for space-critical applications. Devices in the new SMT12F Typhoon family of surface-mount converters have a footprint of just 13.5 by 16mm and require only five 22 microFarad ceramic output capacitors to realise a complete point-of-load (POL) solution. Power-One and Magnetek form alliance on alternative energy invertersPower-One and Magnetek today jointly announced an agreement to promote and distribute commercial and residential solar as well as small wind alternative energy inverters. This alliance will allow both companies to drive new growth opportunities and provide superior service and application support to alternative energy customers. By combining Power-One's state-of-the-art product development and manufacturing capabilities with Magnetek's well established distribution channels and proven applications and customer support expertise, the alliance will accelerate the availability of highly efficient power inverters to the industry. 
720W PFC module is ideal for industrial applicationsUR Group has added the Astec AIT02ZPFC, a 720W module with power factor correction that has a 61 x 89 mm footprint and a mounting height of just 14 mm, making it ideal for space-constrained applications. The new AIT02ZPFC module features a universal input that accepts any voltage in the range 85 to 264 VAC at any frequency from 47 to 63 Hz and from 360 to 800 Hz. 
5 to 40A Digital POLs from Power-One Deliver up to 94% EfficiencyPower-One has introduced six new high-efficiency digital POL converters in its ZY2000 "no-bus" and ZY8000 bus-programmable series. These Z-One Digital POLs provide from 5 to 40A for server and communications applications, augmenting the high-current-density 60A models that were introduced earlier this year. 
Ericsson Power Modules signs with Mouser Electronics, IncEricsson Power Modules has signed a distribution agreement with Mouser Electronics, Inc. Under the agreement, Mouser Electronics will support Ericsson Power Modules' sales in the US and Canada, serving customers and expanding sales and demand in the catalog and buy-online market segments for Ericsson's product portfolio. In particular, Ericsson Power Modules sees Mouser's 'buy-on-click' solution as a very important and valuable addition to its sales offering in the region. Mouser's inventory will include Ericsson Power Modules' isolated and non-isolated DC/DC converters and regulators. Lambda to show many new products at Southern ElectronicsLambda UK plans to showcase new products, ranging from tiny board-mounting DC-DC converters to multi-kilowatt power supplies, at Southern Electronics 2008. On display in the UK for the first time is the iQE series of quarter-brick DC-DC converters. With a broad range of output voltages from 3.3 to 15V, this series is rated at up to 204W and offered with two input voltage ranges – either 18V to 36V or 36V to 75V. A key highlight to these new and innovative products is its incredibly flat efficiency curve, staying at more than 91% efficiency under a wide 25% to 100% load. 
1000W power supply from LambdaLambda has extended its HWS family of single output industrial power supplies with the introduction of a powerful 1000W version. Coming with a five-year warranty, the new HWS1000 series is ideal for powering industrial equipment that demands very high reliability and long field-life. Units are available in ten nominal output voltages – 3.3, 5, 6, 7.5, 12, 15, 24, 36, 48 and 60V – and each model can be adjusted locally, using an external potentiometer, by up to ±20% of its nominal voltage (-20/+10% for 48V and 60V units) to accommodate non-standard system voltages. 
IP65 industrial chargers protect batteries during extended chargingLincoln-based PSU manufacturer VxI Power has introduced a new range of battery chargers that have been designed for use in industrial applications. As well as offering environmental protection to IP65, the BCL series chargers produce a regulated and filtered charging voltage that allows them to be connected to a battery for extended periods without overcharging or damaging the battery. 
Inverters from Unipower provide up to 1500VA/1200WUNIPOWER announces a new series of hot-swap, high power density telecom inverters. The INV1000 Series are 1000VA/800W and 1500VA/1200W sine wave inverter modules which operate from a 48VDC input and provide either a 115 or 230VAC nominal output. Power density is 10.5VA/in³. The design uses an advanced DSP controlled architecture to produce a very low distortion 50 or 60Hz sine wave at efficiency levels of 90% and better. 
DC-input bulk front-end power modules from EmersonEmerson Network Power has launched four DC-input bulk front-end power modules for systems that use distributed power architectures. The modules are the latest additions to the company's popular DS series of power supplies, which until now only offered AC-input options. The new DS450DC, 550DC, 650DC and 850DC modules all feature a very wide 40 to 72 Vdc input voltage range, which is ideal for telecom and central office applications operating from 48 V battery plants. All four modules produce a main +12 Vdc output, together with an auxiliary 'always-on' +3.3 Vdc output for applications that require standby operation. 
Power-One joins Climate Saving Computing InitiativePower-One has announced that it has joined the Climate Savers Computing Initiative (CSCI) as an Associate Member. The goal of the CSCI is to bring together industry, consumers, and conservation organizations to significantly increase the energy efficiency of computers and servers. CSCI Board of Director members include: Dell, Electronic Data Systems, Google, Hewlett Packard, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, Pacific Gas & Electric, and the World Wildlife Fund. Emerson Network Power signs with AvnetEmerson Network Power and Avnet Electronics Marketing have signed a global distribution partnership. Under the terms of the new agreement, Avnet will distribute - on a global basis - the full line of standard and modified standard ac-dc and dc-dc power supplies produced by the Embedded Power business of Emerson Network Power, which encompasses the Astec and Artesyn branded products. 
Switching power supplies provide up to 100WCarlo Gavazzi has extended its portfolio of rail-mounted power supplies with a family of 4 compact housings covering all power and voltage requirements from 7.5 to 100W with 5/12/15/24VDC output. The new SPM series of switching power supplies complements the company's automation and control offerings for domestic and commercial buildings, as well as other automation applications such as doors, gates, lifts and escalators. 
Single-output power supplies give up to 1500WThe LZSa range of compact single-output power supplies from Lambda has now been extended to include not only 500 watt models, but also new 1000 watt and 1500 watt units. All models in the range feature rugged construction, ensuring reliable operation even in harsh environments, and have comprehensive protection against transients on the mains input. 
Power-One Wins Against Artesyn in Digital Power Patent LawsuitPower-One has announced that the jury in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Marshall Division, has upheld the validity of the Power-One Z-One digital power management and control patents asserted against Artesyn Technologies, which, along with Astec America, is now part of the Emerson Electric Co.'s Network Power business unit. 
Pure Sine Wave Inverters Feature Parallel CapabilitySchaefer, Inc. introduces the InverTek 1000, a feature packed, pure sine wave inverter highlighting the unique function of parallel capability. The InverTek 1000 has a power rating of 1000W, which can be paralleled for ease of integrating additional InverTek units as application demands increase. Pure sine wave outputs ensure clean, utility grade power, suitable for worldwide use in industrial, residential, shore, generator or other backup power applications. 
Taiyo Yuden's New Wire-wound Inductor Achieves Industry's Highest Rated Current for Its SizeTAIYO YUDEN (U.S.A.) INC. announces the NR6045T series of 6mm x 6mm x 4.5mm height (max) wire-wound power inductors for DC-DC converter choke coil applications in LCD / plasma TVs and other flat panel displays (FPDs). The 14 models in the NR6045T series (see product table below) offer an excellent selection of low DC resistance (0.014 - 0.5 Ohms), high inductance (1.0 - 100µH) and high current ratings (0.8 – 8.5A). The NR6045T-100M device, for example, offers the industry's highest rated current (3.0A @ 10µH) in the 6mm x 6mm form factor. With the equivalent performance of larger 7mm to 10mm square devices, the 26% to 64% smaller footprint, respectively, of NR6045T series devices facilitates more compact DC-DC converters and thinner-profile product designs. PSMA Announces a Power Supply in Package (PSiP) SurveyThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association PSMA announces that it has undertaken a Special Project to survey the Power Supply in Package (PSiP) and Power Supply on Chip (PSoC) landscape and to provide insight to both PSMA members and the broader industry as to the potential impact of this paradigm shift within the power industry. 
Modular power system offers UPS and hot-swap capabilitiesNew from Schroff is the modular Power System 1400, which provides all the functionality required for today's high-reliability datacomms and telecomms applications. Designed to accommodate up to eight 200W plug-in PSUs in a 3U-high 19in. enclosure, the PS1400 can be configured as an n+1 redundant system with hot-swap capability and offers a battery backup facility for operation in UPS mode. The system provides a total of 21 individually fused 56VDC outputs – nine on the front panel and a further 12 at the rear – and delivers a maximum output power of 1400W. 
DC/AC Inverter for Backlighting Two 10-15in Industrial LCD PanelsTAIYO YUDEN has announced the LS6D0812A-RH—the latest addition to its line-up of compact, low-profile DC-to-AC inverters for driving cold-cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) in Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) back-lighting applications. The high-efficiency LS6D0812A-RH is designed specifically for use with 10-15" industrial-grade LCD panels widely used in medical electronics, machine tools, digital signage, point-of-sale / kiosks, touch-screen and test & measurement equipment applications. The device provides dual LCD panel capability, and features brightness / backlight on-off control and a useful 5V (typ.) alarm output if the inverter detects a CCFL open condition in the LCD display systems. Magic Power Launches New WebsiteMagic Power Technology UK Ltd, the leader in Fanless ATX Power Supplies has just launched its new website featuring 100's of models from just 1W through to 425W. All products are manufactured under strict quality procedures to ISO 9001:2000 with medical devices also conforming to EN 60601. Nu Horizons expands power business with Murata dealNu Horizons Electronics has extended its long-standing franchise agreement with Murata Power Solutions (previously known as C&D Technologies) to the European market. The distributor previously held the franchise in North America and Asia. The deal will add DC/DC converters rated from 0.25W to 300W and AC/DC power supplies from 200W to 2kW to the Nu Horizons power offering. Initial design-in activity will focus on point-of-load (POL) converters for embedded systems in both industrial and communications markets. The Murata Power Solutions range includes POL parts rated from 6A to 40A. 
Din-Rail Power Supply Holds-Up When Mains FailsPULS UK has announced its QTD20.241 DIN-Rail power supply for use with AC motors and drives. At only 65mm wide and offering 24VDC at 20A this 95% efficient Din-Rail power supply uses existing system power to provide secure DC for control systems. Modern machines typically use maintenance-free AC-motors that are controlled by frequency converters or servo amplifiers. Such controllers have an intermediate DC-bus to which all individual drives are connected. 
Rittal Ri4Power for low voltage power distributionRittal introduce Ri4Power Form 2-4, a flexible modular system for low voltage applications in motor control or energy distribution, for loads up to 1600 A. ASTA certified Ri4Power is ideal for industry plants, building engineering and infrastructure equipment. The low-voltage system has been type-tested in accordance with IEC 60439 Part 1 and guarantees the highest safety standards for power distribution. 
Front-Connect GMT Fuse Distribution Panel Handles Up To 12 Load CircuitsUNIPOWER's latest distribution panel series is designed for users who need, or prefer, front panel connections. The DPGF1U Series provides distribution and overload protection for six or 12 circuits and the 1U high unit can be mounted in either a 19 or 23in rack. 720W power factor correction module from EmersonEmerson Network Power has launched a 720W power factor correction module that has a 61 x 89 mm footprint and a mounting height of just 14 mm, making it ideal for space-constrained applications. The new AIT02ZPFC module features a universal input that accepts any voltage in the range 85 to 264 Vac at any frequency from 47 to 63 Hz and from 360 to 800 Hz. 
DC power supplies from Lambda pack 5kW in 2UThe Genesys family of programmable power supplies from Lambda sets a new standard for flexible, reliable, AC-DC power systems in OEM, industrial and laboratory applications. Lambda's new 5kW module offers one of the highest power densities available in a compact 2U unit, and complements the already highly successful 1U 750W half-rack, 1U 750W/1.5kW, 2U 3.3kW and 3U 10kW/15kW full-rack models. 
DC Power Systems from Power-One available in shelf, rack, and cabinet configurationsPower-One has announced the introduction of the Guardian Series of DC power systems. These 48V solutions are available in shelf, rack, and cabinet configurations. Power densities exceeding 27 watts per cubic inch, or 25kW per one rack unit, maximize the system space dedicated to revenue-generating equipment, and/or batteries, in fixed and mobile network applications. 
Latest Edition of Standardized Terminology Handbook from PSMAThe Power Sources Manufacturers Association (PSMA) has announced publication of The Handbook of Standardized Terminology for the Power Sources Industry–3rd Edition . Revised and expanded, this unique handbook contains hundreds of added terms, especially selected for the power electronics professional. The third edition also contains illustrations and four new appendices, including a listing of EMI specifications, excerpts from international standards of units and symbols, along with guides for authors of technical papers. These added resources provide concise, easy-to-use references for engineers involved in technical writing and presentations. 
DIN Rail Power Supplies Feature IECEx CertificationPower Sources Unlimited has introduced the Tracopower TSP Series, of high performance DIN-rail power supplies which are now certified to the IECEx Scheme for explosive atmospheres. Featuring a rugged metal case, complete with shock and vibration proof construction, the TSP Series is designed to provide reliable power even in the most difficult factory conditions. 
5000W Power ConverterThe C5100 Series is available in 3 standard DC input voltage ranges from 320-800VDC as well as 3-Phase AC input voltages of 3 x 400VAC (320-460) and 3 x 480VAC (400-530). Single outputs are available in 6 standard ranges from 23-200VDC. All outputs are adjustable and fully regulated to 0.2% or better (load) and 0.1% (line). Power Integrations Announces Technical Seminars on Efficient Power Supply DesignPower Integrations today announced a new series of technical design seminars to be held in over 40 locations worldwide. The seminars will offer instruction on how to build power supplies with high energy efficiency, excellent standby power performance and compliance with existing and proposed power supply efficiency regulations worldwide. Power electronics teaching system from Rapid ElectronicsSemiteach IGBT is an innovative system for teaching power electronics. Further and Higher Education customers can register their interest in purchasing Semiteach by contacting Rapid now. Developed by Semikron, the world-leading manufacturer of power electronics, Semiteach provides a safe and highly effective learning environment. When demonstrating the principles of power electronics, safety must be a prime concern. Students with a lack of experience should be carefully introduced to live power. A visual understanding is also important; students should be able to actually see the individual components of a system. Maxwell To Supply BOOSTCAP Ultracapacitors For Dantherm Power's Fuel Cell-Based UPSMaxwell Technologies has announced that Dantherm Power A/S, a leading developer of hydrogen and fuel cell-based power supply solutions, has selected Maxwell's BOOSTCAP ultracapacitors as the short-duration "bridge power" element of its integrated uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems for telecommunications and fiber broadband applications. 
DIN rail 240W power supplies from LambdaLambda has expanded its line-up of the popular DPP Series DIN rail power supplies with the introduction of new 240W models. The DPP240 complements the recently introduced DPP120 supplies, and with typical efficiency reaching an impressive 90%, is suited for use in factory automation, industrial control systems and test equipment applications. 
Bench power supply from TTiThe new PL Series from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) is a range of laboratory DC power supplies which offers the benefits of digital technology whilst retaining true analogue controls for voltage and current. The new product range replaces the original PL series, which has become the most widely used power supply range within the UK electronics industry. 
100kW Commercial Photovoltaic Inverters Feature Small FootprintsPower-One has announced the introduction of the 100kW PVI-100 Series, the first products in the Aurora PVI-Central Family of commercial photovoltaic inverters. The PVI-Central Family employs subracks in a scalable modular architecture that facilitates application-optimized solutions from 50kW to 300kW. These grid-tie systems are designed for large solar applications such as apartment buildings and industrial facilities. 
SL Power packs 200W into small form factor and achieves 13W/in³ power densityLeading power supply manufacturer, SL Power Electronics Corp, has announced what the company claims to be the industry's smallest commercial 200W power supply and almost certainly the smallest medically rated 200W power supply available. Units in the GNT200 Series feature a power density of from 10 to13W/in³. "These are bold claims," says Nigel Davies, SL Power's European Managing Director, "But three years ago, it was only just possible to achieve around 100W from a 127 x 76 x 30mm (5 x 3 x 1.16in) form factor. The new GNT200 Series can give 240W peak power for up to 1 minute from the same package" 
Fully Automated Power Supply Test SystemIntepro Systems announces the introduction of its first LXI-based power supply test system which packs all the features commercial OEM's need in one single-bay cabinet. The I-9500LXI is a fully featured automated test system that specifically addresses the growing market for AC-DC and DC-DC power converters under 1000W, including those for mobile phones, digital music and video players and most computer accessories. Nu Horizons and Emerson Network Power partner in Europe as part of Global agreementNu Horizons Electronics has announced the European launch of its recent global distribution agreement with Emerson Network Power. Nu Horizons is a globally authorized distributor of Astec and Artesyn branded standard and custom AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion products. The products are now available through Nu Horizons' UK, German and Austrian offices. 75V Ultracapacitor Module for Renewable Energy and Industrial ApplicationsMaxwell Technologies is introducing a 75V BOOSTCAP ultracapacitor module to provide a scaleable, cost-effective, low-maintenance solution to meet the backup power and power quality requirements of wind turbines and other renewable energy generation and industrial equipment applications. Maxwell developed the new module, which will be generally available early in the fourth quarter, in response to market demand for an easy-to-integrate energy storage building block for a variety of electrical system functions. 
Anglia introduces five complete power supply reference designsAnglia has introduced a set of five complete reference designs for AC/DC switched mode power supplies based on the Power Integrations range of ICs. The Anglia Design Accelerator Kits (ADAK) have been designed by Anglia Designs to provide all the essential materials necessary to demonstrate the advanced features of the power chips, and to offer a reference design that can either be used to produce a working power supply or be customised to meet individual requirements. 
SynQor Converters Now Available Via PowerSupplyShop Web SiteFollowing its appointment as an authorised distributor for SynQor, the PowerSupplyShop has now made their products available online from their redesigned website. SynQor have an established reputation as innovators in the DC/DC Converters world and were among the first to employ synchronous rectification to achieve very high efficiencies. The resultant low heat output has allowed SynQor to eliminate the need for potting their products and having to employ baseplates or heatsinks, reducing size and cost. 
MicroTCA power moduleEricsson Power Modules has introduced an evaluative level MicroTCA power module aimed at telecom equipment manufacturers and system integrators. It is likely that MicroTCA will be used in many different types of both applications and Information and Communication Technology equipment, and those nearest to adopting are most likely for edge and access equipment. 
Power-One Licenses Z-One Digital Power Management Technology to MurataPower-One has announced that it has agreed to a license transfer from C&D Technologies, Inc. to Murata Manufacturing Company. The transfer of the license had been requested by Murata, as part of Murata's purchase of C&D's Power Electronics Division (PED). The sale was completed on August 31, 2007. 
Active filter protects dc-dc converters to MIL-STD 1275A-D without any additional componentsXP Power announces availability of its new 500W active filter unit for use in harsh electrical environments. The DSF500 is designed to protect dc-dc converters from the surges, spikes and ripples that are typically found on the electrical system of any military platform, such as an aircraft or vehicle. The filter meets the military specification, MIL-STD 1275A-D, without the need to incorporate any additional components. Platform mounted systems can utilize standard industrial dc-dc converters without the risk of failure or damage due to supply transients and noise. Input voltage is within the range 10 – 34 VDC. Output voltage is tracked and clamped to below 36 VDC. 
Ericsson delivers three-millionth environmentally friendly board-to-board DC/DC converterAs a company very focused on its environmental, social and economic impact on the world, Ericsson claims to constantly strive to improve these aspects of all its products and services, from manufacturing, through the reduction of product deployment energy consumption levels, to end-of-life disposal. Now, with the shipment of its three-millionth board-to board DC/DC converter, a landmark has been achieved by Ericsson Power Modules since this technology was first introduced in 2004. 
60W switch mode power supplies offer cost and reliability benefitsA new range of desk top 60 and 65W switch mode power supplies has been introduced by PowerPax. Prices are said to be keen and the supplies meet new CEC compliance regulations and acheieve greater MTBF. 
Low cost 120 watt switch mode power supplies introducedA new range of desk top 120 watt switch mode power supplies have been introduced by PowerPax at very aggressive prices. The 12vdc 10 amp and 24vdc 5 amp units will also be stocked by PowerPax distributors making them available ex-stock to customers requiring anywhere from 1 to 1 million units. Switch mode power supplies with mounting lugs provide up to 18 watt of powerA new range of desk top switch mode power supplies have been introduced by PowerPax which come with mounting lugs for wall mounting and an integral moulded AC input cord (available as bare ends or fitted with a UK, Euro or USA plug) removing the need and extra cost to supply the switch mode power supplies with a separate mains lead Murata completes acquisition of C&D Technologies’ power electronics divisionMurata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has announced it has completed the acquisition of C&D Technologies' Power Electronics Division (PED). The all-cash transaction was valued at $85 million, subject to working capital adjustments. The agreement to sell this business was previously announced on June 19, 2007. PED will begin to operate under the name "Murata Power Solutions". 
Electronic Transformer Reduces Energy Costs in Industrial ApplicationsPULS has announced the introduction of a new and innovative concept to generate a DC voltage from a 3-phase source. The XT40 family of electronic transformers deliver up to 960W from a lightweight, compact package and is an attractive new method to supply DC motors and other non-critical loads in industrial systems. 
900W Configurable Power Supply Is Only 1U HighExcelsys Technologies has introduced the Xqite 900W modular power supply. Measuring just 1U high and 260mm x 127mm the Xqite family of power supplies has been developed for applications that demand low acoustic noise output. Typical noise sensitive markets include audio, broadcast, telecomms and some IT and medical environments. The new Xqite family offers 11W/in³ power density with up to 90% efficiency. 
SL Power Electronics adds to its PoE offeringWith the ever increasing adoption of IP telephony and the growing abundance of IP devices in general, Power Over Ethernet, or PoE, is seen as a cost effective and in many cases necessary method of powering the deployed equipment. This is particularly true for "always on" devices. Power Over Ethernet integrates data, voice and power on standard Ethernet infrastructure providing many options for power distribution allowing IP telephones, wireless LAN access points, surveillance cameras and other embedded appliances to get power and data over existing CAT5 cabling. An international standard since 2002 (IEEE802.3af), PoE has become established as an economical and safe power distribution method and is already widely used throughout the world. 
Industrial power supplies complement Ethernet switch familyHARTING has introduced two new families of industrial power supplies to complement its range of Ethernet switches. The pCon 7000 product family, with a high IP 65/67 degree of protection, is designed for distributed applications in harsh environments, while the pCon 2000 is for use in control cabinets. 
Online power supply design toolVicor has announced PowerBench, a suite of enhanced online power supply design tools that helps ensure designers select the best power supply to meet their requirements. If an appropriate standard product does not already exist, engineers can use PowerBench to design a customer-specific product, allowing them to focus on their ideas rather than the constraints dictated by power supply availability. PIV Technology to offer Power Cords and CablesSpecialist power conversion distributor, PIV Technology, has signed an agreement with New Jersey, USA based Mega Electronics Inc distribute their extensive range of Power Cord and Power Cable products. Power Integrations Introduces Efficient, Tamper-Proof Electricity Meter Power Supply DesignPower Integrations, the leader in high-voltage analog integrated circuits for power conversion, today introduced a new Power Supply Design Idea (DI-141) based on the company's highly successful LinkSwitch-XT family that enables anti-tampering protection in electricity meter applications. 
DIN Rail power supply provides 120W single outputResponding to customer demand for intermediate level DIN rail mounted power supplies, Lambda UK has extended its popular DPP range to include a 120W single output version. The DPP120 meets specific requests from control system integrators, who are using intermediate power level DIN rail mounted supplies in applications such as elevators and toll booths. 
60A POL Module provides highest available current says Power-OnePower-One has introduced the 60A ZY8160, said by the company to be the highest current digital Point-of-Load (POL) module presently available. This fully-programmable DC-DC converter provides industry-leading power management capabilities with no additional cost or space requirements when compared to analog "conversion only" solutions. ZY8160-based systems can reduce development time, components, and PCB traces by up to 90%. Desktop and Plug top power supplies added to PIV Tech's offeringSpecialist power conversion distributor, PIV Technology, has signed an agreement with Taipei, Taiwan based Elementech International Co., Ltd to act as the companies sales force in the UK, Scandinavia and major European markets. PIV Technology will distribute Elementech's extensive range of Desktop and Plug top power supplies whilst also providing full design and logistics support for OEM and ODM requirements where custom or semi custom solutions are required. 
Brochure describes Unipower’s 1U High Multi-Output Power SuppliesUNIPOWER Europe has published a shortform brochure describing its industry leading ranges of compact, multi-output, configurable power supplies. All 1U high models from UNIPOWER's QuiQ and QuiQPLUS ranges are included, as well as the QUICKSET units from the hot-swap PowerCassette family. All models can be configured and shipped for next day delivery. 
Inverter said to have the Highest-Efficiency of any on California's Energy Commission Eligible-ListPower-One has announced that the California Energy Commission (CEC) has added the Aurora PVI-5000 and PVI-6000 Series to its list of Eligible Inverters, facilitating rebates of up to $2.50 per watt of solar-system capability. These inverters are the highest efficiency products included on the CEC list of eligible inverters, 96% and 96.5% for 208VAC and 240/277VAC output configurations, respectively. N2Power Expands Agreement with Nu Horizons ElectronicsNu Horizons Electronics has expanded its UK and Ireland distribution agreement with N2Power, a Qualstar Company, to become a worldwide distributor for the entire product line of XL-Series AC-DC power supplies. N2Power's XL125, XL160 and XL250 Series AC-DC power supplies are said by the company to produce more power in less space, freeing up system real estate. 
Power Input Module Design for ATCA ApplicationsSynQor has announced the release of its iQor Power Interface Module for applications complying with the Advanced Telecom Computing Architecture (ATCA) specifications, offering designers the smallest available overall power solution for Carrier Card designs. The Interface Module, when coupled with a Payload DC/DC Converter such as SynQor's PQ60120QEA25, results in the most comprehensive solution for ATCA board designs, with only fuses and hold-up capacitors needed to be added externally to support the ATCA specifications. 
Power Conversion Specialist PIV Technology launches with RECOM as first franchiseA new specialist power conversion distribution company, PIV Technology, has been launched promising to deliver the best quality products at the right price with full technical and logistical support, from design through to production. Founded by Marc Hogg, who brings more than 15 years' experience of working in the power supply market, PIV Technology's first franchise is RECOM, the Austria/German based manufacturer of DC/DC products. 
LAMBDA PUTS MORE POWER ON THE RAILExtending its DPP range of DIN-Rail power supplies to include new high power models is Lambda UK. Offering a solution for providing DC power in larger systems, the new 480-watt DPP480 units are suited for use in factory automation, industrial control systems and test equipment applications. 
LAMBDA’S NEW LOW PROFILE DIN RAIL POWER SUPPLIES FIT THE BOX FOR BUILDING AUTOMATIONJust 56mm deep, the new low-profile DSP DIN-rail mounting power supplies from Lambda are specifically designed for easy installation in the shallow cabinets commonly used in building automation and security applications. Offered in versions with power ratings from 7.5W to 100W, the units are suitable for the low-voltage controls which are increasingly finding favour in commercial and residential premises. 
NEW 12V HOT-SWAP FRONT-END FOR DISTRIBUTED POWERLambda has launched a new version of its popular FPS1000 front end power supply with a nominal output voltage of 12V , ideal for driving non-isolated point of load dc-dc converters directly in systems utilising a distributed power architecture without the need for intermediate bus conversion. 
Lambda packs 15kW into 3UHigh output capacity, extensive options for local and remote control, compact construction and very competitive pricing are the major features of the new programmable 3U power supplies in the Genesys™ range from Lambda. These make the supplies an ideal choice for applications such as electroplating, semiconductor manufacture and use with industrial lasers, where dependable and controllable high-power DC sources are needed. 
C&D Technologies launches five new inductor ranges to give design engineers greater choiceC&D Technologies has increased its portfolio of surface-mount power inductors with the introduction of five new series of bobbin format devices. The 4500, 4600, 4700S, 4800S and 4900S series offer a broad range of inductance values and current ratings to provide design engineers tasked with developing power systems, the maximum amount of choice for their applications. 
Power Conversion Products Website from SchaeferSchaefer has announced the launch of its new Power Conversion Products Website. The updated site, www.schaeferpower.com has easy to use menu bars which link to all of Schaefer's thousands of ac/dc power supplies, dc/dc converters, battery chargers, dc/ac pure sine wave inverters and other power conversion products. 
DIN-Rail Power Supply Family For Industrial ApplicationsPULS announces the introduction of a new low cost product range. The CS Series is based on the market leading Dimension QS product range but with a much reduced feature-set, which enables very competitive pricing. These single-phase power supplies continue to demonstrate PULS's design excellence and reliability, while being priced to compete directly with low cost imports from the Far East. 
Digital Power Supplies Offer PMBus CommunicationPowerstax has announced a family of ultra-compact 275W switch mode power supplies. The N-0275 series units feature digital power management and optional PMBus™ capability. The N-0275 family has been designed for OEM applications such as industrial automation, telecommunications, gaming systems, security and surveillance systems and network servers. The compact, very low profile form-factor power supplies deliver 12.22 watts per inch³ power density at up to 90% efficiency. 
Power-One Joins Distributed Open Standards AlliancePower-One has announced that it has joined DOSA (Distributed Open Standards Alliance). DOSA was established in February 2004 to develop standards for board-level DC-DC converters to ensure compatibility and facilitate second sourcing for customers. 
DC Input Front Ends Utilize the same packaging and backplane connectors as AC Input SolutionsPower-One has introduced its DC input SFD550-12BG DPA/IBA front end. This 12Vout product utilizes the same packaging and backplane connectors as Power-One's SFP450 and SFP650 front ends, providing customers with DC-input solutions that do not require any redesign of their existing AC-input racks or backplane connectors. SynQor Signs Trium Power to Resell Product Line in FranceSynQor Inc., a power solutions company for DC/DC and AC/DC products within the Telecom, Medical and Industrial marketplaces, announced today that it has signed a non-exclusive distribution contract with Trium Power of Dourdan France. 
30 products added to XP's Power Supply Guide for 2007/08XP Power has announced the availability of its new Power Supply Guide for 2007/2008. The guide, containing 208 pages, has had a total of 30 new product ranges added since the last edition. It provides detailed information on many aspects of XP Power's standard product range. AC/DC products range from 5 Watts to 2,400 Watts and include open frame, u-channel, desktop, DIN rail, industrial and medical power supplies. Also included are DC/DC converters rated from 1 Watt to 400 Watts, and military component based power modules and filters. |
