Focuses on lowering system costs, reducing components in consumer home audio applications
Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation, recognized by design engineers as having the industry’s broadest selection of electronic components available for immediate shipment, today announced it has stock of Cirrus Logic’s CS4354 stereo digital-to-analog converter.
This converter and its corresponding CDB4354 evaluation kit are now available for purchase on Digi-Key’s global websites and will be featured in future print and online catalogs.
Cirrus Logic’s CS4354 is its lowest-cost, 24-bit, digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with integrated stereo line drivers. With 40 percent fewer pins and requiring six fewer external capacitors than Cirrus Logic’s third generation DAC, the CS4354 is a smaller and more cost effective DAC solution. It does not sacrifice the performance customers have come to expect from Cirrus audio products and marks significant progress in simplifying the design of analog output circuitry by reducing the need for multiple system components. Applications include consumer home audio products such as video game consoles, Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD systems, TVs, set-top boxes, and digital media players.
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Programmable dual USB 2.0 host/slave System on Chip controller offers cost effective solution for lowering design component count
Alpha Micro Components, the independent franchised distributor of electronic components, announced today that it has added the Vinculum VNC2 from Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) to its portfolio of products. The VNC2 is the latest addition to the Vinculum family of USB Host Controller ICs and suits a broad range of USB consumer and industrial related applications including camera, mobile accessories, data loggers, toys, keyboards, game controller interfacing, Point of Sale applications, medical devices and USB to USB bridges.
The VNC2 is a programmable dual USB 2.0 full speed Host/ Slave system on chip (SOC) controller which builds on, and enhances, the capacities and functionality of the VNC1L, the initial member of FTDI’s Vinculum family. This has been achieved while reducing the device cost as well as introducing the capability for designers to develop their own application firmware and programme the host controller themselves.
VNC2 comes with a fully supported software development tool suite which is wrapped up in a GUI Integrated Design Environment (IDE). This is a free of charge and royalty free software development environment – which includes a compiler, driver, libraries, RTOS kernel, linker and debugger, allowing designers to fully utilise the increased memory and multitude of communication protocols handled by VNC2. The software development toolkit is based on the ‘C’ language and provides a comprehensive suite of object files to provide support for USB host functionality including USB Flash Drive (B.O.M.S.) storage, HID, USB COMMs class and FAT File functionality.
Christos Papakyriacou, Managing Director of Alpha Micro Components, commented: “Alpha Micro has worked successfully with FTDI for the past 14 years and we are confident that the newest addition to the Vinculum product range will strengthen our product portfolio offering to design engineers. FTDI and its products have a very solid reputation within the engineering community due to the reliability and robustness of its drivers’. The VNC2 provides easy USB connectivity for a broad range of devices making it an ideal solution for designers across a vast array of industrial, automotive and medical applications.”
Additional features of the VNC2 include:
* Embedded 16-bit Harvard architecture MCU core, with 256KBytes of Flash memory and 16Kbytes RAM
* 2 x Full-Speed / Low-speed USB 2.0 ports supporting independently configurable Host or Slave operation
* 2 x slave Serial Peripheral Interfaces (SPI) and 1 x master SPI
* PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) interface
* Support for reduced power modes
* Multiple packages size options (32-/48-/64-pin QFN and LQFP packages)
* Backwards compatible with VNC1L with 48-pin LQFP package
* RoHS compliant, and extended temperature support (-40°C to +85°C)
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Premier Farnell plc (LSE:pfl), the leading multi-channel, high service distributor of electronic and industrial products, has today announced a global franchise distribution agreement with Spansion, the leading Flash memory solutions provider. The announcement is in line with the company’s continuous drive to accelerate electronic design engineering growth and its internationalisation strategy. Premier Farnell and Spansion have extended an already successful US franchise agreement to provide electronic design engineers a broad portfolio of leading Flash memory solutions.
Already available for purchase via the standard web channels of Farnell in Europe, ANZ and India, Premier Electronics in China and Hong-Kong, Newark in the US, and Farnell Newark in ASEAN, Spansion’s memory solution will also be available through Premier Farnell’s element14, the company’s one–stop online technology resource and community created exclusively for electronic design engineers. element14 uses web 2.0 functionality to facilitate interaction, collaboration and information sharing among users.
Spansion is one of the leading Flash memory manufacturers in the world with products targeted at a wide range of applications including; automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, networking and wireless applications. Premier Farnell customers can choose from a vast range of densities, different voltages, and varying levels of performance to meet their specific application requirements – all with high levels of quality and reliability as customers have come to expect from Spansion.
“The agreement with Spansion is a true reflection of our core business strategy which focuses on supporting our global base of electronic design engineers and enhancing our product offerings to our customers worldwide,” said Marianne Culver, Head of Global Supplier Management at Premier Farnell. “The expanded distribution agreement is a testament to our supplier relationships and we are excited by the opportunity this brings us, enabling us to strengthen our existing customer base and attract new ones globally.”
“Spansion is focused on building a best-in-class distribution channel. The addition of Farnell to our global footprint will enable us to expand our reach and provide another source for Spansion® Flash memory,” said Peter Stenseth, Vice President of Worldwide Distribution Sales. “Farnell’s unique high service strategy provides Spansion with highly customised product services and e-marketing opportunities. We look forward to offering our broad portfolio of Flash memory to Premier Farnell’s extensive network of customers.”
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Over 2,750 STMicroelectronics products now available from RS direct-from-stock
RS Components today announced the introduction of over 750 additional semiconductor lines from STMicroelectronics, one of the world’s largest semiconductor companies, and number one in industrial applications. The enhanced product portfolio offers electronic design engineers a wide selection of the latest semiconductor technology available for rapid delivery from RS.
The extensive new product range incorporates 10 technology areas ranging from Linear Regulators, Controllers, RTC ICs and over 50 lines of new SuperMESH High Voltage power MOSFETs (up to 1000V with integrated Zener diode). The range also incorporates STripFet low Voltage MOSFET technology featuring low RDS(on) in DC-DC conversion.
The STMicroelectronics range is supplied in flexible quantities to enable customers to order the quantity they need. All products are available direct-from-stock for next-day-delivery, in industry-standard packaging, ready for direct insertion into automated production runs.
Commenting on the launch for STMicroelectronics, Michel Laloy, Region VP, Industrial & Multimarkets Business Unit, stated: “STMicroelectronics is excited by the commitment made by RS to increase the range of our components. RS has shown by its extensive customer reach and high quality service that they will enhance and extend the access of ST’s offering to our customers, where ease, speed and confidence in delivery during the design phase of a project is so important.”
For RS, Paul Webster, Head of Product Management, Electronics said: “STMicroelectronics is one of the premier brands that electronics design engineers and buyers look to when developing their latest applications. We are delighted to be increasing our STMicroelectronics portfolio to provide our customers with a comprehensive range at competitive prices and with a market-leading service.”
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Farnell, the leading multi-channel distributor, has enhanced its range of commodity electronic components. 9,000 new passive, semiconductor and optoelectronic products have been added from some of the electronic sector’s leading manufacturers; including Tyco, Vishay, Panasonic, Texas Instruments and Epcos.
The addition of these products aims to give engineers a greater choice for their new product designs and seeks to strengthen Farnell’s reputation as a market leader in the distribution sector. The total number of products offered by Farnell now exceeds half a million with over a hundred more added each day.
Great care was taken in the selection of the new components to ensure that they reflected the needs of customers working to produce the next generation designs for both the consumer and industrial markets.
“This program underlines the dynamicism of our business model,” said Mike Buffham, Director of Supplier & Product Management, Farnell. “The electronics industry continues to be an incredibly fast changing and innovative market sector. Our design engineering customer base is always seeking the latest components and technologies to give them an edge and to meet the tough demands of their customers. We see it as our job to reflect this in the type and choice of components we offer backed by support that makes best use of the latest functionality the Internet can offer.”
Farnell’s wide range of technical support tools that includes online data sheets, live technical chat and the now well established the element14 www.element-14.com online engineering community, help speed and simplify the informed selection of the most appropriate components for particular tasks. A range of flexible packaging options such as peel packaging, reels, tubes, waffle trays and loose quantities supports the customer with the exact quantity of parts required, supplied in environmentally sound packaging that affords appropriate levels of protection in transit and handling.
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TI Stellaris® Flash and SRAM Memory Expansion Board: DK-LM3S9B96-FS8
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced it is stocking new product from Texas Instruments Microcontrollers.
The Texas Instruments DK-LM3S9B96-FS8 Stellaris® Flash and SRAM Memory Expansion Board is an optional memory expansion board for the Stellaris DK-LM3S9B96 development board.
The DK-LM3S9B96- FS8 TI Stellaris memory expansion board is designed to connect directly to the EPI port of the Stellaris LM3S9B96 MCU and provides external Flash memory, SRAM memory, and an LCD controller interface. This TI expansion board demonstrates the ease-of-use in connecting multiple external memories and peripherals via the Stellaris MCU’s flexible EPI configured in Host Bus 8 address / data multiplexed mode.
The TI DKLM3S9B96- FS8 Stellaris Memory Expansion Board features 8 Megabytes of Flash memory and 1 Megabyte of SRAM. To learn more, visit http://www.mouser.com/timicrocontrollers.
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Mouser Expands Globally with Cooper Bussmann
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced the global expansion of its distribution agreement with Cooper Bussmann, one of the world’s largest producers of circuit protection devices.
The new agreement greatly increases Mouser’s reach with Cooper Bussmann, from the Americas only to the worldwide stage, with a wide variety of Cooper Bussmann branded fuses and ESD suppressors, Coiltronics branded magnetic (inductors and transformers) and PowerStor branded coin cell and cylindrical supercapacitors. The global territorial expansion fits well into Mouser’s strategy for expansion into the international market. In addition to branch locations in North America, Mouser has aggressively added customer service centers throughout Asia and Europe, in cities such as Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Munich, and most recently High Wycombe, UK. Along with their local customer service centers, Mouser offers 39 country specific websites with multiple languages and the ability to complete transactions in 22 different currencies.
“Expanding our relationship with Cooper Bussmann provides easy access to Cooper Bussmann’s innovative products for our extensive global customer base,” said Keith Privett, Mouser Vice President Interconnect, Electromechanical, Power, and Test. “As we continue to invest in local markets around the world; it is great that Cooper Bussmann views these investments as an opportunity for mutual growth.”
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Mouser Electronics Announces Global Expansion of Distribution Agreement with Schurter Electronic Components
Mouser Electronics, Inc., known for its rapid introduction of the newest products, today announced its distribution authorization with Schurter has expanded into a worldwide agreement. Schurter is a world leader in fuses, circuit breakers, connectors, EMC filters and input systems.
Mouser’s new distribution agreement with Schurter will allow electronic design engineers the world over the ability to order the latest products directly from Mouser. With a full online catalog updated daily, small quantity buyers have convenient access 24 hours a day to the newest technologies and components available on the market.
Barry McConnell, Mouser Senior Vice President of Products, remarks, “We are excited to announce that our distribution agreement with Schurter has been expanded worldwide. Schurter’s 75 years of experience with the safe supply of power and ease of use of electrical equipment, along with Mouser’s expertise of introducing the newest products faster than any other distributor, are what make this global distribution expansion a winning combination. Mouser is committed to being the source most preferred by design engineers worldwide.”
Diane Cupples, Schurter Vice President of Marketing, says, “Mouser has expanded the Schurter line year over year. Their quick to market approach with new products aligns well with our business focus on innovation. This common aim between our companies creates increased throughput of Schurter’s new products to market, and Mouser’s early acquisition of R&D customers. Schurter is pleased to provide Mouser with the support of the Schurter Group companies around the world.”
Mouser’s Schurter stock includes circuit protection components, power entry modules, filters, and common mode inductors, to name a few.
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Knowles Acoustics Stock Available from Mouser
Mouser Electronics, Inc. announced today it has signed a global distribution agreement with Knowles Acoustics, a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced acoustic components.
Stock includes the Knowles Acoustics’ SiSonicTM MEMS Microphone and Subminiature Performance Microphones which are ideal for products that require premium audio and very small form factor solutions. Also available are the Knowles Subminiature Speakers featuring a balanced armature technology for a high efficiency, stable, and reliable performance in audio and communication products such as premium in-ear designs, as well as component and subassembly solutions.
Barry McConnell, Senior Vice President of Products, says, “The Knowles Acoustics’ name is synonymous with quality audio components and we welcome its addition to Mouser’s linecard.”
“Knowles Acoustics is pleased to add Mouser Electronics to our Internet/Catalog distribution lineup,” said Tom Budde, Knowles Acoustics’ Americas Sales Manager. “Mouser’s focus and proven success in servicing design engineers, at customers worldwide, will help Knowles Acoustics meet its goal of making selection and use of our products easier for engineers.”
Known for its broad-based product line, unsurpassed customer service, and streamlined warehouse operations, Mouser continuously offers customers the most innovative products and latest technologies for their new design projects.
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RS becomes contracted supplier for NHS trusts and pan-government bodies
RS Components has secured a three-year NHS and pan-government estates framework agreement recognising the company as a framework provider of electrical sundries, electronic components, lamps and tubes.
The NHS Purchasing and Supply Agency (PASA) oversaw the tender process, which took approximately two years and was awarded on the following criteria: price, quality, sustainability and risk.
“We are extremely pleased to secure this agreement,” commented Paul Quested, General Manager at RS. “Being selected as a contracted supplier demonstrates the high standard of service provided by RS.”
The agreement covers all UK contracting authorities including, but not limited to: government departments and their agencies, NHS bodies, local authorities, police authorities, fire authorities, educational establishments and corporate agents.
Rachael Farmer, Category Specialist for Estates at the NHS Purchasing and Supply Agency said: “This new framework agreement from NHS PASA is available to the entire public sector. It provides a flexible, sustainable and competitive solution to the on-going management and maintenance of the government estate. We look forward to working with RS Components to ensure we maximise the benefits of this contract to our customers.”
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