16-bit performance at 8-bit prices
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the new Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) MSP430™ Value Line family of ultra-low cost 16-bit microcontrollers (MCUs).
The TI ultra-low power MSP430™ MCU Value Line offers superior 16-bit MCU performance and industry-leading ultra-low power consumption for cost sensitive applications that have traditionally depended on low-cost 8-bit microcontrollers. TI MSP430G2×01, MSP430G2×11, MSP430G2×21, and MSP430G2×31 Value Line MCUs ensure 8-bit developers no longer need to sacrifice performance, power efficiency, or scalability because of price. The TI MSP430 MCU Value Line series is an ideal fit for a broad range of cost-sensitive applications, including safety and security, low-cost touch pads, remote controls, and intelligent sensors. The TI MSP430G2×01, MSP430G2×21, and MSP430G2×31 include a built-in 16-bit timer and 10 I/O pins. The MSP430G2×11adds an on-chip comparator, while the MSP430G2×31 provides an on-chip 10-bit ADC and built-in communication capability using synchronous protocols.
The MSP-EXP430G2 LaunchPad experimenter board is a complete USB-based development and experimenter tool providing everything you need to launch your own MSP430 MCU Value Line applications.
Mike Scott, Mouser Vice President of Active Products, is confident about the TI Value Line’s ability to fill the cost and performance requirements of engineers’ prototyping with MCUs and give them an advantage over low-cost 8-bit MCUs. Scott says, “The Texas Instruments’ MSP430 MCU Value Line blurs the line between low price and high performance, yet remains compatible across the MSP430 platform.”
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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the Honeywell Zephyr™ Digital Airflow Sensors, HAF Series (High Accuracy) that provide the industry’s most accurate measurement – within 2.5%.
The Honeywell Zephyr™ Digital Airflow Sensors: HAF Series provide very precise measurements of airflow (or absence of airflow) and other non-corrosive gases in medical and industrial applications. The HAF Series (High Accuracy) Sensors feature high stability to reduce errors due to thermal effects and null shift to provide accurate readings over time. The high stability often eliminates the need for system calibration after PCB mounting and periodically again over time. The Honeywell Zephyr Digital Airflow Sensors: HAF Series (High Accuracy) offer enhanced reliability, digital accuracy, and repeatable measurements. The combination of rugged housings with a stable substrate makes these sensors extremely robust and the sensors meet ISO 9001 standards.
Keith Privett, Mouser’s Vice President of IEP and Test, comments on the new Honeywell Zephyr, “The fully calibrated and temperature compensated Zephyr HAF Series allows design engineers to remove additional components associated with signal conditioning, thereby reducing PBC size and the costs associated. Mouser’s introduction of the Honeywell Zephyr HAF Series fits perfectly into Mouser’s goal to rapidly provide new, innovative products to assist in the prototype process.”
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Imagine a World without Wires with Honeywell’s Limitless™ WGLA Series Global Limit Switches – Available at Mouser
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the Honeywell Sensing and Control Limitless™ WGLA Series Global Limit Switches.
The Honeywell Limitless™ WGLA Series Global Limit Switches combine the best of MICRO SWITCH™ global limit switches with the latest off-the-shelf wireless technology. The Honeywell Limitless series can be used for position sensing and presence / absence detection in remote monitoring applications where wiring or wire maintenance is not physically possible or economically feasible. The Honeywell Limitless WGLA Series Global Limit Switches are based on 802.15.4 point-to-point communications and can be configured to potentially allow up to sixteen devices to communicate with one receiver module. To learn more, visit http://www.mouser.com/honeywellwgla/.
Keith Privett, Mouser’s Vice President of IEP and Test, is impressed with the Honeywell Limitless WGLA Series Global Limit Switches, “Every bit as reliable as wired switches, the Limitless Wireless Global Limit Switches allow flexibility and cost saving advantages not seen before. Going wireless for industrial and transportation limit switching means major cost savings through the elimination of installation and commissioning costs, control-wire breakage, connector integrity problems, as well as reducing long term maintenance costs.”
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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it was named the 2009 Distributor of the Year – Sales Growth for Panasonic Electric Works, a market leader in electromechanical and solid state relays.
Panasonic chose Mouser for the top spot in recognition of its exponential sales growth percentage, across the board, for Panasonic Electric Works’ product lines for 2009. Mouser’s ability to reach electronic and design engineers with the newest products and latest technologies for a time-to-market advantage was the compelling boost behind the explosive sales growth.
Keith Privett, Mouser Vice President of Electromechanical, was pleased with Mouser’s first Panasonic award. “Mouser’s sales growth for 2009 with Panasonic was phenomenal and was an accomplishment we first celebrated internally. The Panasonic 2009 Distributor of the Year award confirmed Mouser’s commitment to rapidly providing the latest products with world-class customer service. It is a pleasure doing business with Panasonic Electric Works and we look forward to future exponential growth”
Steve Cummins, PEWA’s General Manager of Marketing, recognized Mouser’s achievement. ” Panasonic thrives on the strong performance of our Sales partners. We are delighted that, through Mouser, we have increased our reach into the design community, with their commitment to stocking our relay, sensor and connector products”
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First Digital Power Factor Correction ICs to Outperform Analog PFCs
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the new Cirrus Logic CS1500 / CS1600, the first digital power factor correction ICs to outperform analog PFCs on performance and price.
These Cirrus Logic PFC controller ICs offer designers improved performance and simplified designs compared to legacy analog PFC products. The CS1500 is designed for power supply uses while the CS1600 is ideal for lighting ballast systems. These Cirrus Logic digital PFC controller ICs feature the new EXL Core™ architecture, giving the devices the advantage over analog products of being able to intelligently solve increasingly complex power management challenges. The CS1500 and CS1600 have patent-pending digital noise shaping technology that enables reduced-sized EMI filters and cuts the need for additional high-priced components and circuitry. These digital PFC controller ICs improve energy efficiency across all load conditions with a distinct performance advantage in light load conditions. Learn more
Mike Scott, Mouser Vice President Active Products, believes the Cirrus Logic CS1500 / CS1600 will eventually replace many analog PFCs as regulatory efficiency requirements become stricter. “Design engineers can design in performance improvement and cost savings, as well as simplifying the design with fewer components.”
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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is the only distributor to be stocking Littelfuse Silicon Protection Array (SPA™) Sample Kits.
Modern chipsets utilize nanometer processing technologies making them extremely susceptible to damage which necessitates the need for external protection. Silicon Protection Arrays™ (SPA) are specifically designed to protect sensitive electronic components from ESD (Electrostatic Discharge), EFT (Electrical Fast Transients), and lightning induced transients. The Littelfuse SPA devices offer the lowest dynamic resistance during an ESD or any EOS (Electrical Over Stress) event which reduces clamping voltage levels far below that of competing technologies such as MLV, MOV, and polymer. The SPA portfolio offers a wide range of devices to suit the majority of applications available in the market today such as: USB 2.0/3.0, HDMI 1.3/1.4, DVI, 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet, eSATA, 1394a/b, LVDS, audio, analog video, keypads/pushbuttons, and LCD/camera display interfaces.
Mouser is exclusively offering the SPA Sample Kits that include ten samples each of the 39 SPA devices. Additionally, each flexible notebook includes a product selection guide and protection samples of 16 different common applications. Ultimately, the sample kit provides a cost-effective supply of various SPA devices for the convenience of design engineers.
Andy Kerr, Mouser Vice President of Passives & Circuit Protection, says the new SPA devices will solve numerous issues presented by today’s ICs that have contact discharge levels down to ±0.5kV. Kerr says, “The Littelfuse Silicon Protection Arrays are an ideal solution for new ICs facing the threat of ESD damage. In addition, the SPA kits offered by Mouser will provide a cost-effective SPA supply and documentation for many suitable applications.”
“The Littelfuse line of Silicon Protection Arrays clearly delivers superior protection for today’s demanding electronic applications.” adds Paul Dickinson, Littelfuse Vice President & General Manager of the Semiconductor Products Business. “We are proud to partner with Mouser to offer devices that will address these challenging circuit protection issues for design engineers.”
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No Tools Needed!
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, has announced it is stocking new product from Tyco Electronics.
Tyco Electronics IDC SSL connectors are insulation displacement (IDC) SMT and thru-hole wire-to-board connectors designed for quick, tool-less termination of discrete wires onto LED printed circuit boards. The IDC SSL connectors feature Tyco Electronics’ proven insulation displacement technology to provide a robust, stable electrical and mechanical power connection to single or multiple printed circuit boards in solid state lighting and non-lighting applications. Tyco Electronics IDC SSL connectors are available in 1 – 4 positions and SMT or thru-hole mounting. The IDC SSL connectors are also available in a wide wire range from 18-24 AWG, for both solid and stranded wire, with options for feed-thru or closed-in applications. To learn more, visit http://www.mouser.com/tycoidcssl.
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Up to Double the Capacitance in a Traditional SMT Footprint
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is the first to stock the KEMET Power Solutions (KPS Series) MLCC Capacitors.
KEMET’s KPS series (KEMET Power Solutions) utilizes proprietary lead-frame technology to vertically stack one or two multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) into a single compact surface mount package. The attached lead-frame mechanically isolates the capacitor/s from the printed circuit board, therefore offering advanced mechanical and thermal stress performance. Isolation also addresses concerns for audible, microphonic noise that may occur when a bias voltage is applied.
A two chip stack offers up to double the capacitance in the same or smaller design footprint when compared to traditional surface mount MLCC devices.
Providing up to 10mm of board flex capability, KPS series capacitors are environmentally friendly and in compliance with RoHS legislation. Available in X7R dielectric, these devices are capable of Pb-free reflow profiles and provide lower ESR, ESL and higher ripple current capability when compared to other dielectric solutions.
Andy Kerr, Mouser Vice President of Passives, says, “The KEMET Power Solutions KPS Series MLCC Capacitors feature extremely low ESR and ESL when compared to other dielectric solutions. The space savings, combined with twice the capacitance, makes the KPS Series an ideal solution in commercial and automotive applications.”
Jeff Franklin, KEMET Ceramic Specialty Product Manager, is pleased to offer the KEMET Power Solutions MLCC Capacitors to Mouser. “Mouser’s design-engineer customers will appreciate the many advantages of the lead-free, RoHS compliant KPS Series. A non-polar capacitor, the KPS Series minimizes installation concerns and is available in X7R dielectric for thermal protection up to 125⁰C.”
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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it was presented with the 2009 Catalog Distributor of the Year award from Littelfuse, the global leader in circuit protection.
Cited as the basis for the prestigious award was Mouser’s leadership in product introductions, new business opportunities, capturing designed-in part registrations, and creative marketing and sales campaigns.
Gordon Hunter, Chief Executive Officer of Littelfuse, commented, “It is our pleasure to present this award to Mouser Electronics for the second consecutive year. Mouser is an outstanding partner that is dedicated to our company and our end customers. We commend the entire Mouser team for its strong and successful customer relationships and for providing exceptional support for our products. Mouser has delivered excellent business results to Littelfuse over the years and has been a significant contributor to our growth. We are proud to partner with this world-class company and to celebrate our mutual success.”
Glenn Smith, President and CEO of Mouser, said, “This recognition by Littelfuse, the world leader in circuit protection, is an affirmation of our commitment to the rapid introduction of new products and to the world-class customer service we provide. On behalf of Mouser, it is a great honor to once again accept this award from Littelfuse.” Smith added, “It is a pleasure to do business with Littelfuse and we will continue to do what we do best by introducing new products, expanding the customer base, and growing our businesses.”
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Industry’s smallest and highest performance buck-boost converter
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the Texas Instruments TPS63020 Power Management IC.
The Texas Instruments TPS63020 power management IC is the industry’s smallest and highest performance buck-boost converter with a 4-A switch and up to 96 percent efficiency. The TI TPS63020 power management IC helps extend battery life in smartphones, portable medical equipment, DLP® pico projectors, and other battery powered multimedia devices. The TI TPS63020 buck-boost converter operates with a wide input voltage range of 1.8V to 5.5V and can discharge lithium batteries down to 2.5V or lower while maintaining excellent light load efficiency.
Also available from Mouser is the TI TPS63020EVM-487 evaluation module which is a fully assembled and tested circuit for evaluating the TPS63020 buck-boost converter with 4A switch. The TPS63020EVM-487 operates from a 1.8V to 5.5V supply and provides a 3.3V output.
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Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking the new Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) MSP430™ Value Line family of ultra-low cost 16-bit microcontrollers (MCUs).
