Advertorials AVX launches new DC-link film capacitor series


with snap-in terminals for easy PCB mounting AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has launched the new FRC series medium power DC-link film capacitors, which feature a wide range of capacitance and voltage values in addition to self-healing properties. Designed for use in DC filter circuits, power supplies, industrial inverters, UPS systems, motor drives, power converters, and solar inverters, FRC series capacitors are comprised of dry, wound, metalized polypropylene film dielectric encased in a size A, self-extinguishing, cylindrical plastic case sealed with thermosetting resin and featuring four snap-in terminals that facilitate easy mounting to PCBs.


FRC series capacitors are available in nine voltages spanning 400V- 1500V, two tolerances (±5% and ±10%), two lead lengths (4mm and 8mm), and with capacitance values spanning 4.7µF to 35µF. Housed in size A cylindrical cases measuring 54mm (L) x 36mm (OD) x 5.1mm (P1), the RoHS-compliant series is rated for operating temperatures spanning -40°C to +105°C and exhibits long lifetime performance of 100,000 hours at rated voltage and 70°C.


Additionally, unlike aluminum electrolytic capacitors, FRC series polypropylene film capacitors do not have a catastrophic failure mode. Instead, these capacitors simply experience a parametric loss of capacitance of approximately 5% from their initial value, eliminating the risk of short circuit and enabling continued functionality. Lead time for the series is approximately eight weeks, depending on demand, quantity, and model chosen; precise lead times will be confirmed upon receipt of order.


AVX Corporation Tel: +33 3 80 71 75 28 www.avx.com


FPGA or ASIC – that is the question


A FPGA is a user configurable device that employs a binary image file to implement the required functionality. Although some FPGAs include analogue blocks, they are mainly used for digital centric designs. An ASIC, on the other hand, is a custom designed integrated circuit that is dedicated for one particular application and can handle both digital and analogue functions. It is up to the designer to specify which type of device is most appropriate, but the wrong decision can make the difference between success and failure in the market place. ASICs are often thought to be expensive but, in many instances, they can be cost effective. The unit cost of a FPGA is constant whilst that of an ASIC reduces as the volume off-take increases. So the designer has to avoid common prejudices and generalisations and thoroughly investigate both device types. Solution providers will be happy to provide information and have tools and documents that will assist the process. Only when all the latest facts are available can the designer make the best selection for the product - and it may not be the one originally anticipated.


Visit www.swindonsilicon.co.uk to download SWINDON’s white paper ASIC vs. FPGA Comparison.


Swindon Silicon Tel: 01793 649400 www.swindonsilicon.co.uk/asic-white-papers-sign-up/


Mouser to release new MultiSIM BLUE powered


by National Instruments Free Tool Gives Engineers Circuit Simulation and PCB Layout Capabilities to Speed Design


Mouser Electronics today announced the upcoming release of MultiSIM BLUE, the NI Multisim Component Evaluator - Mouser Edition. In collaboration with NI, the new Mouser version of the free tool will add features and functionality to provide engineers with an industry- standard SPICE simulation environment of electronic circuits using Mouser Electronics’ distributed components. Check out the new tool by visiting http://www.mouser.com/MultiSimBlue.


This upcoming release of MultiSIM BLUE will include more than 100,000 electronic components with intuitive simulation features and SPICE analyses. Engineers can now visualize and evaluate linear performance, making this critical step of circuit design easier, faster and far more productive. With MultiSIM BLUE, engineers can easily create schematics, simulate circuits and build printed circuit board layouts, all with one powerful integrated tool. MultiSIM BLUE gives the ability to scheme and simulate, plus it handles PCB layout, Bill of Materials (BOM) and purchasing.


Unlike other tools, MultiSIM BLUE provides a fully interactive schematic interface with a full-right-click menu. Part selection is just a click away along with a fully integrated wiring and reviewing platform. MultiSIM BLUE supports a wide range of component types including passives, discretes, analog ICs, discrete signal ICs, mixed signal ICs, sensors, power ICs and protection devices. To learn more about the capabilities of the new tool, visit http://www.mouser.com/MultiSimBlue.


Mouser Electronics Tel: (817) 804-3833 www.mouser.com


Hamamatsu new compact CMOS linear image sensor


Hamamatsu Photonics introduce a new compact CMOS linear image sensor; the S12443, designed for barcode readers, encoders, position detection and image reading applications. Designed for high volume quantities due to the plastic package, very low cost is achieved.


The S12443 boasts a 2496 pixel long photosensitive area in a package which is only 22.9 mm in length. Each pixel is vertically long at 7 x 125 um, with a total photosensitive area length of 17.472 mm.


CMOS image sensors have an ideal feature in low power consumption and, in the case of the S12443, it only requires a supply of 3.3 V. Due to a very small input terminal capacitance of only 5 pF, a high-speed data rate of 10 MHz is achieved. With the use of a built-in timing generator, operation is simply done with only start and clock pulse inputs.


Being a CMOS sensor, the S12443 is small in size and has more highly integrated signal processing circuits. This yields better cost efficiency and extends its applications in the industrial equipment field.


Hamamatsu Photonics Tel: 01707 294 888 www.hamamatsu.com


New information-rich Harwin website includes visual


Portsmouth, UK, Harwin, the leading hi-rel connector and SMT board hardware manufacturer, has invested in a new platform for its popular website at www.harwin.co.uk to help design engineers find and select the right product for their projects far more quickly and easily. The new website’s enriched content includes visual guides to connector mating and possible alternative products, 3D drawings of Harwin’s popular ranges, including EZ-BoardWare, Datamate and Archer, plus many other features.


While the homepage and menu navigation system of the new Harwin website remain familiar to existing users, the new CMS-based platform has enabled Harwin’s product marketing team to add to the amount of information available significantly. A major feature is the ability to access all the information on a product from one page. This in-depth product information includes not only dimensions, specification, construction details and materials, but also gives a visual guide to alternative, related and mating products to the one the design engineer is currently looking at. This should help designers choose the best product far more quickly, as it is no longer necessary to click through to other sections of the site. Another benefit of the new website is the ability to access additional technical resources including product training modules and videos.


Harwin Tel: 02392 314 532 www.harwin.com


Small Precision Tubes and Miniature Parts


Attica produces custom-made parts from small tube and CNC machined components made from brass, copper, stainless steel & exotic alloys. Parts can be laser welded or vacuum brazed together into miniature assemblies. Plating, etching & coating solutions add to our supply capabilities.


We are ISO 9001 approved, and are able to assist customers with design considerations before embarking on prototype and production quantities. Industries served include fibre optic connectors, military aerospace, civil aerospace connectors, medical device, nuclear detection and nuclear instrumentation.


Attica Components Ltd Tel: 01993 886888 www.attica.com


guides to interconnect mating and alternative products Fast access to detailed connector and SMT board hardware product specifications; videos and training resources; 3D drawings of popular products


Miniature parts made from hypodermic tube, stainless steel, brass, copper and phosphor bronze


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