Are We Focused On The Wrong Reference Parameters?
Jan 31, 2012
Designing a reliable circuit that employs a voltage reference requires a more detailed look at device parameters than most data sheets provide....
Flyback Controller IC Integrates Power Factor Correction
Jan 31, 2012
By integrating power factor correction capability into a flyback controller IC, the circuit complies with the IEC 61000-3-2 Harmonic Current Emissions Standard for equipment up to 100 W. The IC also meets the Energy Star requirements for a power factor of at least 0.9 and efficiency over 82%. ...
Dual Synchronous Buck Controller Complies with DDR1/DDR2/DDR3 Standards
Jan 19, 2012
Linear Technology Corp. introduces the LTC3876, a high-efficiency dual output synchronous step-down DC/DC controller that generates the VDDQ supply voltage, the VTT bus termination voltage and the VTTR reference voltage for DDR1/DDR2/DDR3 and future standard memory applications....
Power-Management Family to Enhance Equipment Reliability and Economy
Jan 11, 2012
STMicroelectronics is rolling out a new family of hot-swap power-management devices that will help reduce ownership costs for important equipment such as storage devices, computers, USB accessories, enterprise systems, appliances and home electronics. ...
Ultra-low Noise LDOs Optimize Load Performance
Jan 11, 2012
Analog Devices, Inc. has introduced a pair of LDOs with low noise, high power supply rejection, and excellent line and load transient response. ...
Dual 4A PowerPath Ideal Diodes
Jan 3, 2012
Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4415, a monolithic two-channel 4A PowerPath™ ideal diode device designed to reduce heat, voltage drop and board space while preserving battery run time in power switchover circuits....
‘Mini8’ Ballast Control IC
Dec 27, 2011
International Rectifier, IR introduced the IRS2526DS ‘Mini8’ compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) ballast control IC that offers full programmability, and a high degree of accuracy and control for all lamp types....
Automotive, Low Side MOSFET Pre-Driver IC
Dec 20, 2011
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. adds a new low side MOSFET pre-driver IC to complement their existing automotive pre-driver portfolio. ...
Automotive-qualified 600 V Gate Drive IC
Dec 19, 2011
International Rectifier introduced the AUIRS2332J 600 V three-phase gate driver IC for automotive high-voltage motor drives for electric (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) applications....
Constant Current Regulators
Nov 11, 2011
ON Semiconductor has expanded its portfolio of Constant Current Regulators (CCRs) to include the NSI50350A. ...
