Hot Products: Integrated USB Device, Inductive Sensor IC, 16-MP CMOS Image Sensor, 2-Mbit EEPROM, and More

July 31, 2015  NEW PRODUCTS:  ST Claims First Auto-Qualified 2-Mbit EEPROM Microsemi Debuts Inductive Sensor Interface ICs  ROHM AC/DC Converter Control Targets SiC MOSFET Drive Ametherm Thermistor Targets Extremely High Voltages TI Delivers First Integrated USB PD Controller    Toshiba Develops 16-MP CMOS Image Sensor   EDITOR'S NOTE: This month's newsletter highlights several "industry first" devices for high-reliability markets including automotive and industrial applications as well as mobile device applications. Targeting automotive applications is STMicroelectronics' new 2-Mbit EEPROM. The company claims the industry's first AEC-Q100-qualified 2-Mbit EEPROM. This device can be used in a number of advanced applications such as hybrid, electric, or high-power truck engines that require extensive use of various parameters, as well as automotive-safety applications, such as event recording for airbag or body and braking controllers, which rely on storing and processing large amounts of parametric inputs that include object detection, 3-axis motion, wheel speed, and steering angle, said TI. What about security? Features include: An additional lockable page of 256 bytes to store module tracing ability, identification numbers, or mission-critical data. The lockable page has specific access instructions to avoid interaction with the standard part of the memory array, said ST. In addition, mission-critical data can be updated and cycled or locked into a read-only mode for more security. Also aimed at automotive as well as industrial apps is a new sensor interface IC from Microsemi. The company rolled out the first device in its new family of sensor interface integrated circuits (ICs) based on inductive sensing technology. The company claims the LX3301A as the first inductive sensor IC in the market using linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) architecture implementations on printed circuit boards (PCB). The technology can replace the incumbent magnet-based Hall-effect sensors currently used in the marketplace. Microsemi said: "magnet-based sensors are susceptible to external magnetic fields and/or metal objects in close proximity. Inductive technology eliminates the magnet, thereby improving immunity to such interference." Another first aimed at industrial applications is the new AC/DC converter control IC from ROHM. The company touts the development of the industry's first AC/DC converter control IC designed specifically for SiC MOSFET drive in industrial equipment such as servers and other large power applications. The BD7682FJ-LB integrates a gate drive circuit optimized for SiC MOSFET drive, together with a quasi-resonant system that delivers lower noise and higher efficiency versus conventional PWM methods, resulting in significant power savings, said ROHM. What's significant about the BD7682FJ-LB is that it delivers greater energy savings and miniaturization in industrial applications due to its highly integrated design and support of SiC power semiconductors that "provide breakthrough levels of efficiency and performance," added the company. Another heavy duty device is the new Ametherm thermistor. The newMCL20 500100-A PTC  circuit protection thermistor offers an industry-high voltage rating of 680 V for inrush current limiting and overcurrent protection in applications such as welding equipment and plasma cutters with extremely high voltages from 480 V to 930 V. The protection device features a 680-V voltage rating and handles a maximum inrush current of 20 A at maximum peak voltage. We also have a couple of industry-first devices for consumer applications. Texas Instruments' claims to offer the first all-in-one USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) controller, which integrates a port power switch and port data multiplexer. TI said the TPS65982 USB PD controller is the only integrated circuit (IC) available that provides the full power path, operating as a single- or dual-role port and enabling a variety of host and device power implementations. TI also offers the 5.4-Gbps HD3SS460, claimed as the industry's first USB Type-C cross-point switch for applications requiring higher data rates, and the TUSB320 family that targets USB Type-C systems requiring up to 15 W of power. Toshiba Corporation unveiled the T4KC3, a 16-megapixel (MP) BSI CMOS image sensor for smartphones and tablets. Touted as the industry's smallest 16-MP chip, the T4KC3 also features 30 fps at full-resolution output with power consumption of 240 mW or lower. Other key features of the T4KC3 include Phase-Detection Auto-Focus (PDAF) for quick focusing, which makes it easier for mobile devices to capture high quality images and movies, and Toshiba's Bright Mode technology, which is said to boost image brightness up to four times and enables HD video capture at 240 fps equivalent. The chip also supports high dynamic range (HDR) to capture natural images of scenes with a high contrast ratio, which solves the problem of over- and underexposed images, said Toshiba.   Scroll down for more new products and component news from around the industry. Best regards, Gina    Gina Roos Executive editor Electronics Purchasing Strategies gina.roos@epsnewsonline.com HOT PRODUCTS  »  ST Claims First Auto-Qualified 2-Mbit EEPROM STMicroelectronics claimed the industry's first AEC-Q100-qualified 2Mbit EEPROM device opening up new opportunities in parameter storage and management in complex automotive modules. These include new advanced applications such as hybrid, electric, or high-power truck engines that require extensive use of various parameters, including the information on air volume, fuel injection, exhaust, or battery charge, to maximize power-conversion efficiency for greener driving, said ST.  Continue reading ROHM AC/DC Converter Control Targets SiC MOSFET Drive ROHM touts the development of the industry's first AC/DC converter control IC designed specifically for SiC MOSFET drive in industrial equipment such as servers and other large power applications. The BD7682FJ-LB integrates a gate drive circuit optimized for SiC MOSFET drive, together with a quasi-resonant system that delivers lower noise and higher efficiency versus conventional PWM methods, said ROHM.      Continue reading Microsemi Debuts Inductive Sensor Interface ICs Microsemi Corp. rolled out the first device in its new family of sensor interface integrated circuits (ICs) based on inductive sensing technology. The company claims the LX3301A as the first inductive sensor IC in the market using linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) architecture implementations on printed circuit boards (PCB), targeting automotive and industrial applications. Continue reading  Ametherm Thermistor Targets Extremely High Voltages Ametherm released a new PTC circuit protection thermistor with an industry-high voltage rating of 680 V for inrush current limiting and overcurrent protection in applications such as welding equipment and plasma cutters with extremely high voltages from 480 V to 930 V. Continue reading Toshiba Develops 16-MP CMOS Image Sensor Toshiba Corporation unveiled the T4KC3, a 16-megapixel (MP) BSI CMOS image sensor for smartphones and tablets. Touted as the industry's smallest 16-MP chip, the T4KC3 also features 30 fps at full-resolution output with power consumption of 240 mW or lower.  Continue reading TI Delivers First Integrated USB PD Controller Texas Instruments (TI) claimed the first all-in-one USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) controller, which integrates a port power switch and port data multiplexer.  Continue reading New Products  »  GreenPeak Chipset Supports Multi-Protocols  PI Delivers High Efficiency PFC ICs C&K Keyboard Switches Rated for 50M Cycles  AOS Expands IGBT Series Altera Design Doubles NAND Flash Life Component News  »  Flexible Displays Gain Market Share Electric Vehicles to Revitalize IGBT Market  ROHM Bets on Digital Power with Powervation Acquisition  Consumer Electronics Drive FPGA Growth Big Opportunities Ahead for Wireless Combo IC Makers Semiconductor Consolidation Drives 1H15 M&A WHITE PAPER Fast Track Cost Reduction  WHITE PAPER Fast Track Sourcing  WHITE PAPER Supplier Metrics

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