Posted on August 31, 2023 by Jeff -
VCC’s innovative SpectraBright Series provides a small footprint with huge benefits. Created with engineers and OEMs in mind, these innovative LEDs deliver efficiency, design flexibility, and control for devices in a range of industries, including mil-aero, automated guided vehicles, EV charging stations, industrial, telecom, IoT/smart home, and medical.
Key Features and Benefits
- Streamlined design possibilities
- Save money and space on the HMI, communicating two or three operating modes in a single component.
- Popular color combinations
- Available in RGB as well as frequently used bicolor variations: red/green, yellow/green, and amber/green.
- Greater control over light intensity
- High- and Low-brightness options with luminous intensities ranging from 15 to 160 mcd ensure each device provides the ideal light level for the device and application.
- Wide viewing angle for enhanced visibility
- A clear lens and 120-degree viewing angle ensure high visibility for a host of applications, day and night.
- Perfect for standalone, array, and interface light source applications
- The SpectraBright LEDs are even more powerful when used with VCC’s best-in-class rigid light pipe series, including 7511, 7512, LMC, LPC, LFC, and LFB. They’re also ideal as an efficient and durable light source for custom PMI and array designs.
- Reliable, long-lasting operation
- 50,000+ hours – more than double that of incandescents – made for the long haul.
- Available in popular sizes
- Available in popular sizes – Available in the following standard packages: 0603, 0606, 1204, and 1210.
Applications
- Automated Guided Vehicles
- EV Charging Stations
- Industrial Controls
- IoT/Smart Home Systems
- Mil-Aero
- Medical
Posted on August 22, 2023 by Jeff -
The Bulgin Radio Frequency (RF) connector range offers optimized solutions to work with a wide range of signals at various frequency levels with low losses. These connectors are expertly designed to work with coaxial cables to operate at multiple gigahertz, offering protection and standard shielding with coaxial hardware.
Posted on August 10, 2023 by Jeff -
HOW DO YOU SET A NEW STANDARD?
It’s been the driving force behind our family business for over 100 years. We know what it takes to make the best level luggage and the sturdiest tool cases available. Today, we can see a shift in the way the world works.
So once again, we’ve set a new standard in smart, durable, high-quality tool bags that keep you ready to move.
SMART. DURABLE. AND YES, PROFESSIONAL.
Inspired by professionals, and designed for professionals, Platt Benchmark Bags take your work to the next level with smart features and quality craftsmanship—all to keep your tools safe and ready wherever you’re getting the job done.
WHAT MAKES IT A BENCHMARK?
A combination of ease, strength, and smarts that just didn’t seem to exist in other tool bags. Working with people who use their tools for a living, the team behind Platt Benchmark set out to make bags that can stand up to the toughest jobs yet make it easier to find, carry, and protect your tools. And to give it your own personal touch, a customizable patch area allows you to feature your company logo, and MOLLE system links let you attach your own accessories.
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY “INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH”?
Benchmark bags are made with the same super-strength material used to protect fire hoses, oil rigs, pommel horses, and even punching bags. Our vinyl-coated polyester is the perfect fit for tool bags because of its incredible durability.
Features
- Industrial-strength rugged construction
- Mildew- and UV-resistant 18oz. vinyl-coated polyester fabric
- Metal hardware for style and strength
- Shell-bottom – TPE plastic for a better grip, stability
- Reinforced shoulder strap with supportive grip for comfort
- Built for flexibility and accessibility to your tools
- MOLLE system straps for easy attaching of other tools, pouches accessories
- Zips open from the top to easily access your tools
- “Hook and Loop” area for you to place your personal patches
- Removable, standing “A-Frame” tool pallets that keep essentials at hand
- Tapered sleeve pockets designed to fit any tool
- Yellow interior design for contrast and easier findability
- Superior quality bags built to last
- Five-year warranty supports your investment
- “Made by Platt” – 100-year history producing high-quality carrying cases
- Structured and deliberate profiles for a sleeker look and more flexible alignment
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
CTS has a wide variety of crystal (XTAL) products that are available in multiple package types and frequencies. We have the perfect crystal solution whether you are starting a new design with critical specifications or just need a reliable source for an existing application. Contact our team to help you select from a range of crystals available in glass seal or seam seal packages with sizes as small as 1.6mm×1.2mm.
Features
- High Q quartz resonators
- Fundamental and 3rd overtone crystal designs
- Low-cost ceramic small package footprints – to 1.6mm x 1.2mm size
- Tight stability options; as low as ±10ppm, -30°C to +85°C operating temperature range
- Real-time clock reference @ 32.768kHz [tuning fork crystal design], TF-type models
- Automotive [AEC-Q200] & industrial grade products; operating temperatures to -40°C to +150°C
- Legacy metal packages available; HC-49/U, HC-49/US, HC-49/US-SM
Applications
- Internet of Things [IoT] applications
- FPGA and microcontroller frequency reference
- Wearable and other consumer electronics
- Wireless communications – Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi protocols
- Network infrastructures; Ethernet, SONET/SDH, WAN/LAN/WLAN
- Home security systems, LED lighting, and electronic messaging boards
- Energy monitoring equipment; smart electric, water, and gas meters
- Automotive electronics – car infotainment and mobile multimedia systems
- Test and measurement instrumentation
- Industrial controllers – M2M communications
- Medical test equipment and other healthcare monitoring devices
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
Clock Oscillators are the heart of frequency control products and CTS offers the widest array of Crystal Oscillators (XOs) in the industry. Whether you need a simple reference clock or you are developing a mission-critical system, we have the right crystal oscillators to help. Our team will help you select the right clock oscillators in packages as small as 2.5mm × 2.0mm.
Features
- Low phase noise fundamental and 3rd overtone crystal designs
- Ultra-low phase noise and jitter; as low as -170dBc/Hz, to 22fs
- Standard output types – HCMOS, LVPECL, LVDS & HCSL
- High-frequency options available – reaching 1,000MHz
- Low-cost small package footprints – to 2.5mm x 2.0mm size
- Real-time clock reference @ 32.768kHz w/ ultra-low current option available [10µA maximum]
- Automotive [AEC-Q200] & industrial grade products; operating temperatures to -40°C to +125°C
- High Reliability/COTS/High Temperature options [to +200°C]
- Extreme Temperature [reaching -55°C to +125°C], Shock and Vibration capability
Applications
- Networking and data storage equipment
- 10G, 40G, 100G, and SyncE Ethernet protocols
- Wireless communications – Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi protocols
- Base station infrastructures
- PCI Express [PCIe Gen 5]
- FPGA and microcontroller frequency reference
- Internet of Things [IoT] applications
- Energy monitoring equipment; smart electric, water, and gas meters
- Medical monitoring devices
- Test and measurement instrumentation
- Industrial controllers – M2M communications
- Automotive electronics – car infotainment and mobile multimedia systems
- Military communication and radar applications
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
The CO-04-SF and CO-10-SF magnetic field concentrators are designed for nonintrusive and isolated measurements of electric currents. Thanks to the Clamp-On design, the contactless current sensor can be safely installed without interrupting or cutting the cable. Comprised of a soft ferromagnetic shield featuring superior material characteristics such as high linearity and very low hysteresis.
Applications include DC and AC current sensing up to 30 kHz, motor control, battery monitoring, charge control, white goods, and many more. These concentrators were designed to work with and should be paired with a Melexis IMC-Hall® planar magnetic field sensor to create an open loop current measurement system able to measure currents up to ±200 A.
Thanks to its hollow bottom design, the concentrator enables the direct housing of a planar current sensor and its capacitors underneath, thus allowing for a compact and space-saving solution. The concentrator can be directly soldered to the PCB thanks to its four through-hole pins, granting a robust and secure hold.
Features & Advantages
- RoHS compliant
- Low hysteresis
- High Permeability
- Hall-Sensor Measurement
- High Linearity up to 200 A
- Temperature Range: 10 to 120 °C
- DC and AC compatible
- Snap-Fit installation
- Nonintrusive sensing
- Small Size, Lightweight
- Excellent output linearity
- Planar PCB installation
Applications
- IoT
- Industrial
- E-metering
- Photovoltaic
- Datacenter
- Telecommunication
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
CTS’ RF Sensor is a fully integrated diesel particulate filter sensor and control unit, capable of directly measuring soot and ash levels in the particulate filter and controlling after-treatment system operation based on filter measurements.
The diesel particulate filter sensor uses low-power radio frequencies (RF) to transmit and receive RF signals through the filter. Soot and ash accumulation levels, and filter failure symptoms, can be directly measured by the change in response of the RF signal. The sensor provides additional flexibility to engine and after-treatment system designers when attempting to meet increasingly stringent emissions regulations and fuel efficiency standards.
Applications
The system is uniquely designed for on-vehicle sensing and control with a wide range of applications including passenger cars, trucks, buses, rail, marine, off-road equipment, and power generation. Originally developed for diesel particulate filter (DPF) applications, the system is equally applicable for gasoline particulate filter (GPF) applications.
System Benefits
Real-time measurements and feedback control based on filter soot and ash levels enable the following benefits for OEM and retrofit applications:
- Reduced engine fuel consumption through optimized regeneration intervals and duration
- Advanced filter diagnostics with powerful particulate filter measurement capabilities on the vehicle
- Decreased warranty claims via more precise feedback control of particulate filter operation
- Lower maintenance costs by measuring ash directly, cleaning the particulate filter only when needed
- Extend component life by minimizing high-temperature regenerations
- Reduce system costs by utilizing smaller or less expensive filters via improved sensing
- Faster development times by decreasing the resources needed for particulate filter calibration
Specific benefits and system advantages depend upon a number of factors, including baseline application and after-treatment architecture and control strategy.
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
Our tactile switches combine reliability with excellent feedback. We offer multiple sizes, operating forces, actuator heights, and life cycles to fulfill application needs. Our tactile switches are used for human interface applications where the user applies force to the pushbutton momentary switch for selection and control.
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
Our slide DIP switch versions are available in a broad range of low-profile, half-pitch (.05 inch), standard-pitch (.1 inch), through-hole, and surface mount options. Our unique design and construction allow for superior Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection. We offer top, right angle, or side actuation styles; select styles are available with gold-plated or economical tin-plated contacts. Custom marking is also available. Our DIP switch product line includes SPST, SPDT, DPST, and 3PST circuit switching options. Optional bottom epoxy seals and removable top tape seals on the side of the actuator protect the switches during soldering and board washing.
Posted on July 21, 2023 by Jeff -
The CE Series family of rotary encoders offers 11mm and 12mm packages. Both models are available with and without bushing, horizontal and vertical mount styles selected resolutions, detent options, and a momentary push switch option. A rotational life of 30,000 cycles and a wide operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C provide durability and reliability in many applications. Shaft length and trim options are available. In addition, Series 12CE offers backlit illuminated shafts for those applications requiring an illuminated control in dim or dark spaces. LEDs are available in single-, dual-, and three-color options in a variety of colors.
Features
- 12mm package size
- Rotational life: 30k cycles
- Wide operating temperature range
- Resolution: 12 or 24 PPR
Benefits
- Sized for std and space-constrained applications
- Extended cycle life for HMI applications
- Suitable for use in cold or hot environments
- Design flexibility for HMI applications
Applications
- Instrumentation
- Oscilloscopes
- Power supplies
- Lab microscopes
- Digital radios
- Auto sound systems
- Medical
- Ultrasound scanner
- Vitals monitor
- Portable ventilator
- Portable cardiac monitor
- Portable defibrillator
- Audio
- Instrument amplifiers
- Mixing consoles
- Guitar effects boxes
- Keyboard synthesizers
- Sound processors
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