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Top 10 Articles on Passive-Components in 2023

In 2023, passive components blog continued their commitment to support passive components industry and engineers by sharing news, education articles and insights into the latest industry trends and challenges.

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Top 10 Articles on Passive-Components in 2023

Wk 52 Electronics Supply Chain Digest

Wk 52 Electronics Supply Chain Digest
Electronics Supply Chain Weekly Digest 12-22-23.

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Three-Phase Buck Rectifier with Integrated Current-Fed Full Bridge by Shared Inductors

This article is based on newsletter blog written by Dr. Chema Molina, CEO of Frenetic that introduces his innovative approach by integrating a three-phase buck rectifier with a current-fed full bridge. He discusses role of inductor at buck converters and resonant inductor at LLC. This integration is uniquely characterized by the shared utilization of a singular inductor across both stages, effectively eliminating the need for an additional inductor.

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Three-Phase Buck Rectifier with Integrated Current-Fed Full Bridge by Shared Inductors

Electromagnetic Simulation in Mobile Antenna Design

Electromagnetic Simulation in Mobile Antenna Design
This article written by Xiaoyan Yuan, KYOCERA-AVX Corporation discusses the case for electromagnetic simulation in mobile antenna design.

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December 23 – Interconnect, Passives & Electromechanical Components Market Insights

December 2023 collection of news summaries, survey results and channel market insights on Interconnect, Passives & Electromechanical Components from Edgewater Research.

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December 23 – Interconnect, Passives & Electromechanical Components Market Insights

Bourns Expands Low Profile Encoder

Bourns Expands Low Profile Encoder
Bourns Sensors and Controls announces the expansion of the Model PEC11L 11 mm Low Profile Encoder Series.

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High Voltage Power Distribution Units PCB and Fuse Selection Importance

This webinar presented by Würth Elektronik ICS and Mersen introduces comprehensive PCB solutions for power distribution up to 1000 VDC based on state-of-the-art PCB technology. In addition, it highlights the key factors in selecting of the right HV fuse, emphasizing the most important aspects for optimal sizing.

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High Voltage Power Distribution Units PCB and Fuse Selection Importance

Surface Mount Capacitors for DC-DC Converter Applications

Surface Mount Capacitors for DC-DC Converter Applications
This article written by Naotaka Hata, KYOCERA-AVX Corporation provides SMD capacitor technologies benchmark in DC-DC converter applications. This whitepaper outlines the critical distinctions between these various capacitors, the applications that each capacitor type tends to be suitable for, and finishes with a discussion of capacitor requirements as related to DC-DC converters.

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Cosmo Films Launches Production of Metalised Capacitor Grade BOPP Films in India

Cosmo Films, New Delhi, India, a global leader in speciality films for packaging, labelling, synthetic paper, and lamination applications recently launched Metalised Electrical grade BOPP films for film capacitor application.

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Cosmo Films Launches Production of Metalised Capacitor Grade BOPP Films in India

Bourns Expands its Resettable Fuse Line with Higher Power Rating

Bourns Expands its Resettable Fuse Line with Higher Power Rating
Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions, today announced it is expanding its Multifuse® Polymer PTC (PPTC) Resettable Fuse Model MF-ASML/X Series with a new higher power rated model.

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Innovative Sintered Pellet Quality Control for Tantalum Capacitors

In this article, Vladimir Azbel Ph.D., semiconductor process reliability engineer consultant, Israel suggests control and assessment of tantalum capacitor quality by monitoring its production process, particularly the characteristics of sintered pellets.

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Innovative Sintered Pellet Quality Control for Tantalum Capacitors

Off-the-Shelf vs Customized Inductor Solutions

Off-the-Shelf vs Customized Inductor Solutions
This article is based on blog written by Pablo Blázquez, Frenetic power electronics engineer that compares inductor and transformer solutions for Buck-Boost Converter and discusses benefits of Off-the-Shelf vs Customized solutions.

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How EMC Current Clamp Can be Used to Estimate EMC Emissions

In this video Dr Ali Shirsavar from Biricha Digital explains, in simple terms, how an EMC current works and how we use it to estimate radiated emissions to before going to the EMC test chamber. There will be a practical demo at the end.

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How EMC Current Clamp Can be Used to Estimate EMC Emissions

Metal Oxide Varistors Overview and Supply Chain

Metal Oxide Varistors Overview and Supply Chain
This article written by Dennis Zogbi, Paumanok Inc. and published on TTI Market Eye describe MOV metal oxide varistors overview of its complex ecosystem in 2023.

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Coilcraft Unveils Low Loss Compact Power Inductor in Low Profile Package

Coilcraft releases its XGL series ultra-low loss power inductor in compact low profile case size.

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Coilcraft Unveils Low Loss Compact Power Inductor in Low Profile Package

Samsung Electro-Mechanics Releases 0402 1nF 100V Automotive MLCC with High Temperature Range up to 150℃

Samsung Electro-Mechanics Releases 0402 1nF 100V Automotive MLCC with High Temperature Range up to 150℃
Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEMCO) releases the World's first high temperature 150℃, 0402 inch (1.0×0.5mm) size, 1nF capacitance at 100V rating X8G MLCC capacitors ready to meet automotive qualification requirements.

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The Roles of Capacitors in EV Inverters

This article based on Knowles Precision Devices blog explains role of capacitors in EV inverters.

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The Roles of Capacitors in EV Inverters

KYOCERA AVX Extends High-Temp Max-Cap Wet Tantalum Capacitors

KYOCERA AVX Extends High-Temp Max-Cap Wet Tantalum Capacitors
KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, added a new 100mF/3V rating to its TWD High-Temp Max-Cap (HTMC) Series hermetically sealed and axial leaded DLA T4-size wet tantalum capacitors.

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CAP-XX Filed Supercapacitor Patents on SMT Packaging and Innovative Polymer Binder System 

CAP-XX has successfully filed two international patent applications, strengthening its patent protection for its supercapacitor technology in over 150 countries.

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CAP-XX Filed Supercapacitor Patents on SMT Packaging and Innovative Polymer Binder System 

IEC 60115-8 Revision 3 Enhances SMD Resistor Safety by Introducing a New Concept of Reference Temperature for Rated Power

IEC 60115-8 Revision 3 Enhances SMD Resistor Safety by Introducing a New Concept of Reference Temperature for Rated Power
IEC 60115-8 edition 3 international standard for fixed surface mount resistors specified by IEC, clarifies the relationship between the rated power and the operating temperature, while Edition 2 does not, which was achieved by fully changing the testing method to be based on the temperature of the terminal part (solder filet) of resistors. This modification enables Edition 3 to ensure the safer use of resistors.

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Wk 50 Electronics Supply Chain Digest

Electronics Supply Chain Weekly Digest 12-08-23

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Wk 50 Electronics Supply Chain Digest

Resonant Capacitors in Implantable Medical Devices Wireless Power Transfer

Resonant Capacitors in Implantable Medical Devices Wireless Power Transfer
This article based on Knowles Precision Devices blog explains how resonant wireless power transfer works, its application in medical devices and role of resonant capacitors.

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Smoltek Announces Exclusive License for CNF-MIM Carbon Nanofiber Capacitors with YAGEO

Smoltek Nanotech Holding AB announces its intention to enter into a license and services agreement between its subsidiary Smoltek Semi AB (“Smoltek Semi”) and KEMET Electronics Corporation (“KEMET”), a subsidiary of YAGEO Group (“YAGEO”), a global electronic component company, which would grant YAGEO a global, exclusive right to manufacture and sell discrete and embedded capacitor products based on Smoltek's patented technology platform for ultra-thin carbon nanofiber capacitors (CNF-MIM).

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Smoltek Announces Exclusive License for CNF-MIM Carbon Nanofiber Capacitors with YAGEO

Modelithics Launches NEW 3D Library for Cadence Clarity 3D Solver

Modelithics Launches NEW 3D Library for Cadence Clarity 3D Solver
Modelithics®, the leading independent provider of accurate RF/microwave models for multiple EDA simulation software tools, is pleased to launch the NEW Modelithics 3D Library for Cadence® Clarity™ 3D Solver!

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World’s First Murata Parasitic Element Coupling Device Boost Wi-Fi Antenna Efficiency

Murata has announced its new Parasitic Element Coupling Device. This state-of-the-art solution improves antenna efficiency by magnetically coupling the parasitic element with the antenna and is the world's first solution designed for Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 products. For designers of smartphones, tablets, network routers, game consoles, and other compact electronics, it enables them to build more efficient antennas – a key requirement for many modern space-constrained devices.

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World’s First Murata Parasitic Element Coupling Device Boost Wi-Fi Antenna Efficiency

CAP-XX Signs Joint Venture with Graphene Specialist Ionic Industries to Increase Energy Density in Supercapacitors

CAP-XX Signs Joint Venture with Graphene Specialist Ionic Industries to Increase Energy Density in Supercapacitors
CAP-XX has formally signed a joint venture agreement with Ionic Industries, Australia’s first company focused on commercializing graphene technologies, strengthening its local supply chain and collaboration with local universities to increase graphene supercapacitors energy density.

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Voltage Coefficient of Resistance Explained

This article based on SRT Resistor Technology application note explains what is voltage coefficient of resistance, how to measure it and why it is of key importance in specific applications.

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Voltage Coefficient of Resistance Explained

Heating of Power Inductors in Switching Regulators

Heating of Power Inductors in Switching Regulators
In this webinar Würth Elektronik explains components heating of power inductors in switching regulators and explains definition of heating on the basis of IEC 62024-2-2020 standards.

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KYOCERA AVX Industry’s First Automotive MLV Varistors with Flexible Terminations Meets Both AEC-Q200 and VW Standards

KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, is proud to announce that several VCAS Series multilayer varistors (MLVs) are now qualified to both the VW80808 and AEC-Q200 standards.

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KYOCERA AVX Industry’s First Automotive MLV Varistors with Flexible Terminations Meets Both AEC-Q200 and VW Standards

Laser Direct Structuring Technology Benefits for RF Components Applications

Laser Direct Structuring Technology Benefits for RF Components Applications
This article written by Youssef Laamimat, KYOCERA-AVX Corporation describes Laser Direct Structuring (LDS) technology as a revolutionary approach offering a streamlined and efficient process for creating complex 3D circuits for RF component applications such as antennas.

This whitepaper outlines the LDS process, benefits, and key considerations, outlining its pivotal role in streamlining complex designs.

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Digital WE Days 2023 Virtual Conference Celebrates Record Participation

For a fifth time, Würth Elektronik's Digital WE Days Conference brought in-depth, first-hand electronics expertise to the screen. Over 4,300 participants from all over the world this year benefited from the know-how of recognized specialists from Würth Elektronik and its partner companies.

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Digital WE Days 2023 Virtual Conference Celebrates Record Participation

DigiKey Launches its 15th Annual DigiWish Giveaway

DigiKey Launches its 15th Annual DigiWish Giveaway
DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment is excited to launch its 15th annual DigiWish Giveaway on Dec. 1, 2023.

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Lithium Mines Impact to Tantalum Supply

With the current rapid growth rates of all critical materials, there is speculation regarding an increase in the production of tantalum as a by-product of hard-rock lithium projects. Project Blue predicts that hard-rock LCT lithium projects will account for 60% of the new projects coming online by 2033 to meet the demand for lithium-ion batteries.

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Lithium Mines Impact to Tantalum Supply

Bourns Announces Four New High Power Ultra-Low Ohmic Current Sense Resistors

Bourns Announces Four New High Power Ultra-Low Ohmic Current Sense Resistors
Bourns is pleased to announce four new high power, ultra-low ohmic current sense resistor model series.

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November 2023 ECIA NA Electronic Components Sales Sentiment Setback in Attempted Recovery

ECIA’s Electronic Component Sales Trend Sentiment (ECST) for November 2023 sales sentiment survey shows difficulties in the market recovering during November 2023.

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November 2023 ECIA NA Electronic Components Sales Sentiment Setback in Attempted Recovery

Wk 49 Electronics Supply Chain Digest

Wk 49 Electronics Supply Chain Digest
Electronics Supply Chain Weekly Digest 12-01-23.

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