Passive
Vishay Extends 193 PUR-SI Snap-in Capacitors with 550 V and 600 V Ratings for High-Voltage Applications
Vishay Intertechnology, announced an extension to its 193 PUR-SI series of miniature snap-in power aluminum electrolytic capacitors with new voltage ratings of 550 V and 600 V. The Vishay BCcompon
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Bourns Releases BTJ Series Thermal Jumper Chips for Heat Dissipation in Compact Electronics
Bourns, introduced the BTJ Series Thermal Jumper Chips, designed to provide thermal dissipation in a compact form factor. The devices feature high thermal conductivity and insulating properties. Th
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TDK Expands Hybrid Polymer Capacitors with 30g Vibration-Resistant Design
TDK has expanded its B409x series of SMD hybrid polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitors with a vibration-resistant design capable of withstanding mechanical vibrations up to 30 g (MIL-STD-202, Method 204). The design incorporates four posts extending from the base plate to stabilize the co
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Panasonic Releases ETQ-P4MR47KVK Low-Profile Automotive Power Inductor with 22.5 A Rating and 155 °C Operation
Panasonic has introduced the ETQ-P4MR47KVK, a surface-mount power choke coil in the ETQ-P4MR47KVK (Low Profile) series for automotive applications. The inductor measures 8.5 × 8.0 × 4.0 mm and is designed for direct mounting on engine ECUs.
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Murata DLM11C_HH2 Choke Coils 2025: Automotive USB 3.2, SerDes Noise Suppression, AEC-Q200 Compliance
Murata has added the DLM11CB120HH2 to its lineup of 0504-inch size (1.25 x 1.0 mm) chip common mode choke coils in the DLM11C_HH2 Series for automotive high-speed differential interfaces including LVDS, SerDes, USB, and HDMI. Mass production has started. The product reduces high-frequency
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Vishay Intertechnology Unveils 150 W Space-Grade Planar Transformers for 28 V Forward Converters in Avionics and Military Applications
Vishay Intertechnology introduced the SGTPL-28 series of 150 W low-profile planar transformers, the first such devices optimized for 28 V input forward converters in avionics, military, and space applications. These components provide lower cost, smaller size, and higher density compared to tradi
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India Approves ₹5,532 Crore Electronics Component Projects Under ECMS Amid 249 Applications
The Government of India has approved the first batch of seven projects under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), involving an investment of ₹5,532 crore. These projects are expected to generate production worth ₹36,559 crore and create over 5,100 direct jobs. The approved units
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Bourns Launches AEC-Q200 Compliant SRN5040TA-P Power Inductors with Polarity Control for Enhanced EMI Suppression in Automotive Systems
Bourns, announced the SRN5040TA-P Series of semi-shielded power inductors, featuring polarity control for optimized Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) suppression in automotive systems. The automotive-grade, AEC-Q200 compliant series supports DC-DC converters, power supplies, driver assistance, i
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Panasonic Industry Launches Low-Profile POSCAP Capacitors for USB Type-C Power Delivery
Panasonic Industry announced the commercialization of two Conductive Polymer Tantalum Solid Capacitors (POSCAP), models 50TQT33M and 63TQT22M, designed for power circuits in information and communication equipment like laptops and tablets. These capacitors, with a 3 mm profile—the low
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TDK releases PLEC69B Thin-Film Inductors for AI Data Centers and Optical Transceivers
On August 26, 2025, TDK Corporation announced the expansion of its PLEC69B series of thin-film inductors, designed for separating data signals from power in optical transceivers used in AI data centers. Mass production of these components, measuring 1.2 x 0.6 x 0.95 mm (L x W x H), began in Augus
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Murata Launches Chennai Facility for Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
Japanese passive component leader Murata has initiated operations at its first Indian facility in OneHub Chennai Industrial Park, Tamil Nadu, focusing on packaging and shipping multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The 3,500-square-meter rental factory, leased for $6.6 million over five ye
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New Micro Encoders from Bourns Deliver Compact Position Sensing for Consumer Electronics
Bourns has introduced the PEC04 Series 4 mm Incremental Micro Encoder, PEC05 Series 5 mm Incremental Micro Encoder, and Model PEC06 6 mm Incremental Micro Encoder. These devices provide position and speed data for control functions in various electronic applications.
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