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Baseplate-cooled AC-DC power supplies from TDK-Lambda deliver 1000W

TDK-Lambda UK, a group company of the TDK Corporation, introduces the CPFE1000F range of baseplate-cooled AC-DC power supplies for applications requiring 1000W bulk power. As with the existing lower power CPFE500F modules, the CPFE1000F is conduction cooled and therefore does not require a fan thus satisfying applications that need high power but cannot use fans or where the unit is sealed in an enclosure.

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Ericsson 3E digital voltage-regulators now support 93 PMBus commands to reduce energy consumption

Based on digital-core controllers, the Ericsson 3E* second generation of voltage regulators, the 12A BMR462, the 20A BMR463 and the 40A BMR464, now support 93 PMBus commands, allowing designers to monitor and control energy distribution from system level to board level.

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Murata Bulk Power DC\DC supply suits distributed power systems

Murata Power Solutions today announced availability of D1U4CS front-end 2,100 Watt DC\DC power supply.

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Ericsson's 12A Digital Voltage regulator completes flexible second-generation product family.

Ericsson Power Modules 3E series BMR462 is the third addition to the company's family of second-generation, digital point-of-load (POL) regulators.

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Ericsson's Digital Voltage regulators offer new levels of control and energy saving at up to 40A output

Ericsson Power Modules 3E series BMR464 is a new addition to the company's second-generation, digital point-of-load (POL) regulators that extends the maximum output current from such devices up to 40A.

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Murata Surface-mount low loss flat coil inductors aimed at high current applications

Murata Power Solutions today announced three new series of surface mount inductors aimed at high current applications where low loss characteristics are essential.

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Siemens Efficient DC Converter covers an input range from 200 to 900 volts

Siemens industry Automation Division is launching a rugged power supply unit into the market with a high degree of efficieny of 96 percent.

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Murata regulated DC/DC bus converter combines high efficiency with wide input range for distributed power applications.

Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new cost effective Regulated Bus Converter (RBC) that delivers up to 210W output power, with a Vin range of 36-75V, ultra-high efficiency (92.5% @ full load) with Vout regulation (±1.5%) in a quarter brick open frame package.

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Ericsson scoops 2nd "Product of the year" award from Electronic products China magazine.

Ericsson Power Modules’ PKM5000D was launched in June 2010 as a flexible, 4:1 input voltage DC/DC converter.

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Ericsson Power Modules Achieves Finalist selection in EDN magazine awards.

Ericsson Power Modules has been chosen as a finalist in EDN magazine's prestigious "Innovation Awards" for 2010

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Ericsson 400W Power Interface Module simplifies Low-EMI Design in ATCA Applications

Ericsson Power Modules annouces the PIM4328P, a new 390-540W power interface module (PIM) compliant with the 300W de facto industry-standard footprint.

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Murata Power Solutions adds wide-input range, programmable output voltage PoL converters to Okami range.

Murata Power Solutions has introduced the OKI-T/36W seris of SMT point of load (PoL) DC-DC converters to its popular Okami range.

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Ericsson Energy-Optimised, intermediate bus DC/DC Converters offer unprecedented efficiency across a wide load range

Based on a digital core controller embedding an Ericsson efficiency optimizer algorithm, and fully compliant with the "Five-pin" de-facto industry standard for intermediate bus converters (IBC), Ericsson Power Modules introduces a series of variants to its BMR453 and BMR454 DC/DC converters.

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Ericsson's Digital Voltage Regulator offers unprecedented levels of Control and Energy Saving

Ericsson Power Modules' 3E series BMR463 is a second-generation, digital point-of-load regulator with unprecedented functionality. It enables systems architects to fully monitor and dynamically control the energy that is delivered to strategic components such as processors, FPGAs, ASICs and others, down to a very low, highly economical level

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Delta Introduces Hybrid Renewable Energy Solutions (RenE) under SolutionE for Telecom Customers to Optimse Green Energy Value

Amsterdam, Netherlands, 11 January 2011 – To ensure an uninterrupted, cost effective flow of green energy, Delta Electronics, Inc. (Delta), the world’s leading energy saving solutions provider, has launched hybrid renewable energy solutions (RenE) under its SolutionE concept. SolutionE

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Delta Presents TEC Thermoelectric Cooling for Optimal Economy.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, December 10, 2010 – Delta Electronics announces new power system cooling solutions for telecom customers that provide significant reductions in CO2 emissions and offer energy and cost savings that reduce total cost of ownership.

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VP of Design Quality receives award for contribution to development of key power standard.

Don Gerstle, Murata Power Solutions' Vice President of Design Quality has received a Distinguished Committee Service Award from the IPC. The award was made in appreciation and recognition of contributions in the development of IPC-9592A, Requirements for Power Conversion Devices for the Computer and Telecommunications Industries.

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Murata Power Solutions is set to change the shape of 1 Watt isolated surface-mount DC-DC converters.

The introduction of its new high performance MTU1 series marks a step-change in the miniaturization of power modules, setting new standards for footprint, load regulation and efficiency. The series is suited for industrial, test and measurement, process control applications and all application segments where an isolated surface mount DC-DC is needed.

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Ericsson's Ground Breaking Digital DC/DC Converter Goes Surface-Mount to Save Board Space

Based on the company's ground breaking BMR453 DC/DC converter, Ericsson Power Modules' BMR453 SI version adds the company's innovative Floating Inserted Pins (FIP) technology to offer a surface mount version that enables higher density boards to be designed and used.

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Salcomp Broadens its Product Portfolio in Medium Power Range Charging Solutions

Salcomp has introduced a new Matrix power adapter platform which broadens Salcomp's product range in medium power range charging solutions.

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Low-profile open-frame DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions deliver 25W from one square inch of board area

Murata Power Solutions has introduced the UEI25-120-D48 series of 25W output, 2:1 input range, 12V output, high efficiency, isolated DC-DC converters.

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Ericsson's Floated Inserted Pin Simplifies the Utilisation of High-Power Surface Mount Modules

Ericsson Power Modules' has introduced a surface mount version of its 380W PKM4000B module with an input voltage of 36 to 75V and an output of 12V/33A.

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Eltek Valere joins EPSMA

The European Power Supply Manufacturers Association (EPSMA) announced today that Eltek Valere, a prestige and innovative power supply manufacturer, has joined its organisation.

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TDK-Lambda attains ISO 9001:2008 group certification across Europe

TDK-Lambda, one of the world's leading power supply manufacturers, has achieved ISO 9001:2008 group certification across all European operations following a rigorous assessment of its quality processes and procedures by the British Standards Institution (BSI).

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Murata Power Solutions strengthens its range of OkamiTM PoL 3 and 6 Amp DC/DC converters

Murata Power Solutions has added three new series to its Okami™ OKL range of non-isolated point-of-load (PoL) DC/DC converters that feature the innovative inspectable Land Grid Array (iLGA) package

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Murata Power Solutions introduces new short-form catalogue detailing new and most popular products

Murata Power Solutions has launched its new short-form catalogue which features the company's latest point-of-load (PoL), isolated, and brick DC/DC converters, inductors and digital panel meters.

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Ericsson's 1/8 Brick Converter Offers High Performance and Cost Efficiency.

Based on a well-established electrical platform used by Ericsson Power Modules in its original eight-brick PKB, the latest PKB-A series is design-optimized to deliver 30A or 125W with high efficiency throughout the operating range for applications requiring an average power of 100W.

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Realise your power potential with TDK-Lambda Visit TDK-Lambda at Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2010

TDK-Lambda UK, one of the world's leading power supply manufacturers, is showcasing an extensive array of new AC-DC power supplies and DC-DC converter products at this year's Southern Manufacturing & Electronics Exhibition. At the TDK-Lambda stand (C37) application engineers will be on hand for consultations, providing technical expertise and application know-how for your power design needs.

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Ultra-compact 15W & 30W DC-DC converters from TDK-Lambda Single output units boast efficiency up to 92.5%

TDK-Lambda has extended its CC-E range of high efficiency, high reliability DC-DC converters with the introduction of new 15W and 30W versions. Each CC-E power range comprises 32 models and is available in both surface mount and through-hole packages with applications in factory automation systems, computers and communications devices.

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Adjustable output 3Amp OKAMI™ PoL DC/DC converters ideal for 24V industrial applications

Murata Power Solutions has added a 3A output current surface mount series to its family of Okami™ non-isolated, DOSA compliant pinout, point-of-load (PoL) DC/DC converters. The OKI-T/3-W40 series is ideal for use 24VDC input range applications that require a low voltage DC source for powering FPGAs and microprocessors.

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Ericsson Power Modules achieves finalist position in Elektra awards with its 3E digital power concept

Ericsson Power Modules has achieved a very creditable finalist position in the prestigious, industry leading Elektra awards 2009. In the strongly contested 'Power Systems Product of the Year' section, Ericsson's 3E power modules concept proved to be a strong contender for the award, achieving a finalist position.

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Low power DIN-rail DC-DC converters from TDK-Lambda

To satisfy customer demand for low power DC-DC converters that can be rapidly mounted onto DIN rails, TDK-Lambda has introduced the DPX Series. Available with both 2:1 and 4:1 input voltage ranges covering 9.5V to 75V and 5 power ranges from 15W and 60W, the new series provides an economical solution for industrial applications such as process control and factory automation, as well as in alarm and security systems.

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Excelsys Waterproof LED Power Supplies Are 95% Efficient

Excelsys Technologies, technology leaders in high efficiency power supply design, now offer wide a range of products for industrial and architectural LED lighting applications. The constant current output LXC series and the LXV constant voltage series offer up to 300 watts of output power in extremely compact, rugged IP67 enclosures.

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1W single output MER1 DC/DC converter series combines excellent regulation and efficiency performance in an industry-standard package

Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new series of high performance isolated 1W single output DC/DC converters that offer high efficiency levels and full-load performance across the industrial temperature range. The MER1 series provides excellent regulation for applications such as providing local power on control system boards and other applications where wide output voltage variations cannot be tolerated.

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12W IP66-rated LED power supplies from TDK-Lambda (October 09)

TDK-Lambda has developed a new range of power supplies specifically targeted towards LED applications requiring high reliability. Perfectly suited for all indoor and outdoor LED lighting installations, as well as digital signage and industrial applications, these 12W supplies are IP66-rated and accept a wide universal AC input.

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Siemens Compact 24 volt power supplies with high performance but low space requirements (October 09)

The new compact 40 ampere basic unit SITOP modular is only 150 millimeters wide, which is 90 millimeters narrower than the previous unit. The 20 ampere power supply has also been renewed and is only 70 millimeters wide.

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Siemens SITOP PSE200U Provides Selectivity and fast fault diagnostics in 24 V load feeders (September 09)

The new electronic SITOP PSE200U selectivity module from Siemens monitors up to four 24 volt load feeders for overloads and short circuits. There are two versions of the device with output current ranges of 0.5 to 3 and 3 to 10 amperes respectively

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TDK-Lambda introduces 1kW single-output power supplies in 1U format (October 09)

TDK-Lambda has introduced the RFE1000 series; a new 1kW embedded 1U high single output AC-DC power supply for stand-alone and distributed power architecture (DPA) applications requiring reliable 24V, 32V and 48V bulk power.

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Ericsson receives Chinese top 10 DC/DC award for its 1/8 brick digital power module (October 09)

Ericsson Power Modules' BMR454 series of digital DC/DC converters has received a top 10 DC/DC award from Electronic Products China magazine, reflecting the company's expertise and commitment to energy efficiency.

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Record high efficiency of 95.3% at 24V/40A (October 09)

Using three micro-controllers, PULS has developed an extraordinary combination of features with our new high-tech 3-phase, 40A power supply. The efficiency is extremely high independent of partial or full loads. The QT 40 series is the smallest 40A, 3-phase supply available and the unit weighs only 1.5 kg.

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TDK-Lambda extends NV-Power's reach (September 09)

TDK-Lambda has expanded its innovative NV-Power family of configurable AC-DC power supplies with the addition of four new output modules. Compatible with the popular NV-350 (six-slot) and NV-700 (eight-slot) platforms, these modules complement the range already available by extending its capabilities and meeting the ever increasing demands of the broadcast, instrumentation and medical markets, as well as other applications, such as ATE, automation, routers and servers, and security networks.

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TDK-Lambda augments EFE medical range with 28V, 40V and 48V models

TDK-Lambda extends its successful range of EFE300M digitally controlled medical power supplies with the addition of three new models with nominal outputs of 28V / 10.71A, 40V / 7.5A or 48V / 6.25A. Digital control combined with a 4kVac reinforced input to output isolation and other specifications such as an output-to-ground isolation of 1500Vac, enables the EFE300M to meet the rigorous international safety standards of IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment, making them suitable for use in B (general) and BF (direct patient contact) type medical applications.

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Murata Power Solutions extends eighth-brick, ultra-wide input DC/DC Converter series

Murata Power Solutions has extended its UWE series of eighth-brick, 4:1 ultra-wide input isolated DC/DC Converters with the addition of two new models. Both the UWE-5/15-Q48N-C (15A@5VDC) and the UWE-15/5-Q12P-C (5A@15VDC) provide up to 75W of output power, making them ideal space saving drop-in replacements for commonly used 100W quarter-brick devices where the full 100W power is not needed.

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Murata Universal four-function AC Power Meters provide compact true-rms metering solution

Expanding its Datel offering of Digital Panel Meters, Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new series of four-function AC Power Meters. The ACM20 series is able to measure and display AC Volts, Amps, Watts and Power Factor with a typical accuracy of ±0.5% full-scale. Unlike conventional average-responding products, the new meters accurately display true-rms voltage and current values of triangle and square waves plus other irregularly shaped waveforms.

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TDK-Lambda and Aspen Sign UK Distribution Deal

TDK-Lambda UK, a global leader in the design and manufacture of power supplies, has signed a non-exclusive distribution agreement with Aspen Electronics, the specialists in test and measurement. Under the terms of the agreement, Aspen Electronics will support TDK-Lambda within the UK for its high-power products (300W and above), which include programmable, bulk and front-end power supplies.

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New 750 watt, 1U User Configurable Power Supplies from Excelsys

Excelsys Technologies, the world leading specialists in high efficiency power supplies, introduces the introduction of two new products into its renowned user-configurable range. The X-lite commercial and X-mite medical power supplies both offer 750 watts continuous output power with 800 watt peak capacity. Supplied in a slim-line and ultra-compact 1U x 268 x 89mm package with up to 8 isolated outputs, these 2 new products offer new levels of flexibility and affordability to the 750 watt power market.

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Excelsys launches a complete range of Waterproof LED Power Supplies

Excelsys Technologies, technology leaders in high efficiency power supply design, introduce a new range of products for professional LED lighting applications. The constant current output LXC series and the LXV constant voltage series offer up to 300 watts of output power in extremely compact, rugged IP67 enclosures.

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Murata's New OKL series converters feature inspectable LGA surface mount package

The latest addition to the Okami™ family of non-isolated point-of-load (PoL) DC/DC converters from Murata Power Solutions, the OKL range, features the inspectable Land Grid Array (iLGA) package.

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TDK-Lambda showcases power innovations at NEW

TDK-Lambda UK, one of the world's leading power supply manufacturers, is showcasing an extensive array of new and innovative products, ranging from tiny board-mounting DC-DC converters to multi-kilowatt power supplies, at this year's National Electronics Week.

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Salcomp introduces the worlds smallest USB charger.

Salcomp will introduce a new USB charger platform during autumn 2009. A charger produced according to the Stratos product platform is an extremely small USB charger which enables charging mobile phones, Bluetooth headsets, media players and other electronic devices. The charger has no fixed charging cable, but the cable can be delivered or bought separately. The charger is manufactured both in black and white.

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Murata Power Solutions strengthens its Hybrid Business Unit with new appointment

Murata Power Solutions has announced the appointment of Bill Smith to the position of Business Unit Manager – Hybrid. In his new role Bill will have overall responsibility for all aspects of the Hybrid Business Unit including global sales, product marketing and engineering.

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TDK-Lambda Quarter Bricks meet power-hungry ATCA requirements

TDK-Lambda has expanded its DC-DC converter line-up with the introduction of the new iQG Series, providing exceptionally high true useable power in an industry standard quarter-brick footprint. With up to 95% efficiency and a maximum power rating of 300W, these supplies are ideally suited for tight space, power-hungry applications with demanding thermal environments, such as ATCA-based communications equipment, where high reliability is critical. The iQG Series is also well-suited to various 48V powered architectures as deployed in industrial, factory automation, robotics equipment and broadcast markets.

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Excelsys offers a World Class custom Power Supply Design capability for those who need a bespoke Solution

Excelsys Technologies, recognised as the technology leader in high efficiency modular power supplies, has created a new custom power supply design facility that will work with customers globally to develop application specific power sources.

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Murata integrated design surface mount 1W DC/DC converters bring benefits of IC-style packaging

NTF series 1W surface mount isolated DC/DC Converters from Murata Power Solutions are integrated, IC-style true surface mount packages that help simplify their inclusion in customer designs. The wide input range devices are ideal for use in battery powered products plus a wide range of other applications, especially those where high volume is expected.

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Delta Unveils New High Efficiency 2.4kW Telecom Rectifier Series With the Highest Power Density on the Market.

Delta announced it has launched its new DPR 2400B-48 rectifier series, which offers the world’s leading shelf power density as high as 35 W / inch3. A single rack unit can also host up to 6 rectifier modules with a total installed power of up to 14.4kW.

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High power density and high efficiency front-end power supply delivers 2800W output for mission critical distributed power architectures

The D1U-H-2800-52-Hx from Murata Power Solutions is a 2800W (220VAC), power-factor-corrected AC/DC front-end power supply that offers industry-leading power density of 27.7W per cubic inch. With 91.6% efficiency at full load (measured after the output Oring diodes and with fans running at full speed), and 92.0% efficiency at 2kW load, the D1U-H-2800-52-Hx also has amongst the best efficiency figures in the industry. The RoHS compliant design is packaged in a 1U low-profile housing and has a main output of -52V and a standby output of +12V.

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Cherokee Europe becomes MITRA Energy and Infrastructure(December 08)

Following the recent acquisition of CHEROKEE EUROPE by its management, the company has changed its name to MITRA ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE. The company plans to further develop its leading expertise in designing electrical energy conversion solutions and systems integration for the medical, telecommunication, transportation and industrial markets.

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Ericsson's digital 40A voltage regulator enhances control and improves efficiency(December 08)

Ericsson Power Modules' BMR451 is a digitally controlled, non-isolated voltage regulator rated at 40A. Featuring a high current density of 7.90A/cm3 (129A/in3), it is the second digitally controlled POL regulator from the company, following on from the recently released 20A rated BMR450. As with the BMR450, due to its high power density and the flexibility offered by the many different features embedded within the product, and offering the ability to monitor vital parameters through the open standard PMBus interface, the BMR451 suits a very wide range of applications in information communication and technologies - but is not limited to those applications.

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Murata AC/DC Front End power supplies provide high density, high efficiency bulk power to servers, workstations and storage systems (December 08)

The new C1U-W-1200-12-Tx and C1U-W-12-48-Tx AC/DC front end power supplies from Murata Power Solutions are designed to provide 1200W (110/220VAC) of high efficiency, high density power. Packaged in a 1U industry standard low-profile height for chassis mounting, they are suitable for use in a wide range of distributed power and redundant (N+1) applications for the delivery of bulk power to servers, workstations and storage systems in sectors such as industrial, automation, test and measurement and control.

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TDK- Lambda Launches First 1000W AC-DC Power Bricks (November 2008)

TDK-Lambda adds more functionality to its PFE range of AC-DC MEGA-brick power supplies with the introduction of the 1000W PFE-F Series. Like the existing lower power PFE modules, TDK-Lambda's PFE1000F combines the AC to HVDC front-end with DC-DC converter into a single module.

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Murata's UWE Series are world's first eighth-brick DC/DC Converters to offer 4:1 ultra-wide input voltages (November 2008)

Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new series of isolated DC/DC Converters that are the world's first modules to offer 4:1 ultra-wide input in an eighth-brick format with 9VDC to 36VDC or 18VDC to 75VDC input. The UWE series provides a fixed output of up to 75W making it ideal as a space saving drop-in replacement for commonly used 100W quarter-brick devices where the full 100W power is not needed.

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Salcomp introduces Multiplug Charger (October 2008)

Salcomp introduces during spring 2009 to the market a new Multiplug charger platform in which country models are replaced by interchangeable mains plugs. The mains plug can be easily changed without tools and this enables the use of the same charger in different countries.

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TDK Lambda takes digital control to the next level (October 2008)

Taking digital control to the next level, TDK-Lambda’s revolutionary EFE Series of embedded frontend power supplies delivers industry leading power density, high efficiency and enhanced reliability. The first products in the range are the 300W EFE-300 and the 400W EFE-400 single output supplies that deliver 133% peak power capability for 10 seconds and offer a class leading efficiency of up to 90%.

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Murata's front-end power supply combines high efficiency and power density to save energy and space in distributed power architecture systems (September 2008)

Murata Power Solutions has introduced a new family of AC/DC Front End power supplies that deliver bulk power with high efficiency of up to 90.9% and high power density up to 17.9W/in.³ The new units are ideal for use in servers, network equipment and other distributed power architecture applications. The D1U4-W series is housed in a 1U low-profile package and is offered with output power of 1600 W (220VAC) or 1200W (110VAC) and main output voltages of 12V.

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AC/DC power supply provides 400W of continuous power in 1U form-factor without need for additional system airflow (August 2008)

Murata Power Solutions has introduced its CEF400-112C series, a new 400W, single output AC/DC switching power supply for distributed power architecture (DPA) applications requiring reliable 12V bulk power. This active power-factor-corrected (PFC) power supply features an integral fan enabling it to deliver 400W of continuous power in a low-profile 1U package without the need for additional external airflow.

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Lambda packs 2.4kW into a 1U rack with the newest Genesys™ programmable supplies (July 2008)

Lambda has added a new 1U 2.4kW version to its successful Genesys™ range of rack-mountable, programmable power supplies that cover 1U, 2U and 3U formats. Offering the highest power density available in a 1U unit, the Genesys™ family continues to set the standard for flexible, reliable, AC/DC power systems for OEM, industrial, ATE, test and laboratory applications.

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Murata's Isolated, high efficiency DC/DC converter series gives ultra-high performance in a small package (July 2008)

Murata Power Solutions has added a new series of cost-effective eighth-brick DC/DC Converters to its existing range of brick converter products. The fully isolated (2250VDC) UCE series is available with fixed output voltages from 1.5V to 12V, output current to 40A and output power up to 100W.

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Ericsson’s truly groundbreaking digital DC/DC converter offers unprecedented levels of control and power density (June 2008)

In an industry first, Ericsson’s BMR453 series of DC/DC converters uses a digital control platform contained within the modules themselves. By integrating more into the control circuitry, the concept frees up real estate for greatly improving the power density, simultaneously offered unprecedented levels of control.

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TI introduces 52-V boost controller for industrial and battery-powered systems (June 2008)

DALLAS (June 17, 2008) – Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN) introduced today a 4.5V to 52V wide-input voltage boost controller, intended for industrial and battery-powered applications where the output is a regulated current instead of a regulated voltage. In addition, TI launched two integrated low-dropout (LDO) regulators with internal protection circuits that simplify power design for industrial systems.

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Ericsson 1/8th brick DC/DC converter offers 1/4 brick performance for downsizing and upgrading (June 2008)

Compared to existing products available on the market, the output power of Ericsson Power Modules’ eighth-brick PKB-B DC/DC converter is considerably higher. This is an important benefit when customers are looking for higher power in a smaller packaging than traditional quarter-brick, or to achieve higher power from a standard eight-brick when upgrading boards for higher performance.

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TI intermediate bus PWM controller increases energy efficiency over entire load range (May 2008)

DALLAS (May 27, 2008) – Building on its portfolio of advanced pulse-width modulator (PWM) power management controllers, Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE:TXN) introduced today a power supply controller for unregulated output voltages that achieves up to 97 percent system efficiency in an intermediate bus architecture. The controller allows intermediate bus architecture power systems to combine the highest amount of energy savings, high power-density and low system costs in telecom and data communication systems with multiple downstream point-of-load conversions.

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Slim MiniLine Power Supplies with 15W Output Power from PULS (April 2008)

For low-power requirements, PULS added three new units to the MiniLine DIN-rail power supply family. With a nominal width of only 22.5 mm, three different output voltages are available; ML15.051 (5V), ML15.121 (12-15V) and ML15.241 (24-28V).

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Digital power supplies from Lambda (March 2008)

Lambda has introduced a new range of digitally controlled modules to its innovative NV-Power family of configurable AC-DC power supplies enabling increased power output of up to 1450W peak rating for 10 seconds. The new modules enable Lambda to satisfy the increasing demand for 1U high configurable power solutions above 1000W in broadcast, instrumentation and medical markets, and other applications, such as ATE, automation, routers and servers, and security networks.

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Excelsys's user configurable power supply is medically approved (March 2008)

Excelsys Technologies, the market leading specialists in high efficiency configurable power supplies, announces the introduction of the Xvite medically approved power supply series. Offering up to 1200W in an a space saving 1U x 260mm x 127mm chassis the Xvite family offers an innovative “plug and play” architecture allowing end users to configure an application specific power supply with up to 12 outputs in less than 5 minutes.

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Lambda first to offer lifetime warranty (January 2008)

Lambda Europe has announced that its HWS series of high-quality industrial power supplies now comes with a lifetime warranty as standard, a “first” in the industry. The reliability of Lambda’s flagship HWS series has been field proven with a negligible return rate since it’s original introduction (with a 5 year warranty) several years ago. The full range of models from 15W to 1500W, including “HD” heavy duty and “ME” medically approved versions are covered provided they are installed and used in accordance with Lambda’s instruction manual.

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Lambda shows its full power at Southern Electronics (December 2007)

Lambda UK is showcasing an extensive display of new products, ranging from tiny board-mounting DC-DC converters to multi-kilowatt power supplies, at Southern Electronics 2008. On display in the UK for the first time is the iQE series of quarter-brick DC-DC converters. With a broad range of output voltages from 3.3 to 15V, this series is rated at up to 204W and offered with two input voltage ranges – either 18V to 36V or 36V to 75V. A key highlight to these new and innovative products is its incredibly flat efficiency curve, staying at more than 91% efficiency under a wide 25% to 100% load.

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Lambda offers tough supplies for industry (November 2007)

Specifically designed to meet the needs of industrial users, the LZSa range of compact single-output power supplies from Lambda has now been extended to include not only 500 watt models, but also new 1,000 watt and 1,500 watt units. All models in the range feature rugged construction, ensuring reliable operation even in harsh environments, and have comprehensive protection against transients on the mains input.

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Lambda Genesys™ family of programmable DC power supplies pack 5kW in 2U (October 2007)

The Genesys™ family of programmable power supplies from Lambda sets a new standard for flexible, reliable, AC-DC power systems in OEM, industrial and laboratory applications. Lambda’s new 5kW module offers one of the highest power densities available in a compact 2U unit, and complements the already highly successful 1U 750W half-rack, 1U 750W/1.5kW, 2U 3.3kW and 3U 10kW/15kW full-rack models.

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Ericsson receives Chinese top 10 DC/DC award for its power modules for second time (October 2007)

Ericsson Power Modules’ PKB-C module has received a top 10 DC/DC award from Electronic Products China magazine, reflecting the company’s expertise and worldwide development coordination. The award recognizes those DC/DC products manufacturers who, through innovative features in new products, help the continuous development and improvement of power-supply technology for the industry. The award ceremony took place on September 12 in Beijing at the sixth annual Power Module Technology seminar and exhibition.

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Lambda fills the 240W gap on the 24V and 48V rail (September 2007)

Lambda has expanded its line-up of the popular DPP Series DIN rail power supplies with the introduction of new 240W models. The DPP240 complements the recently introduced DPP120 supplies, and with typical efficiency reaching an impressive 90%, is suited for use in factory automation, industrial control systems and test equipment applications.

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Ericsson¹s MicroTCA power module is at the forefront of open architecture technology for TEMs and system integrators (September 2007)

Ericsson Power Modules has introduced an evaluative level MicroTCA(tm) power module under part number ROA 117 5078/1. Aimed at telecom equipment manufacturers (TEMs) and system integrators, the module is for use in systems based on the open-architecture standard MicroTCA(tm). It is likely that MicroTCA(tm) will be used in many different types of both applications and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment, and those nearest to adopting are most likely for edge and access equipment.

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Lambda’s new Quarter Bricks offer efficiencies up to 94% under all load conditions (August 2007)

Delivering very high operating efficiencies over a wide range of load conditions, the TDK Innoveta iQE Series of Quarter Brick DC-DC converters from Lambda responds to the ever increasing demand for improved efficiency under all normal operating load conditions. With a broad range of output voltages from 3.3 to 15V and providing high power ratings, these DC-DC converters are ideal for engineers seeking excellent efficiency and optimal thermal performance for 24V and 48V power architectures in many applications within the industrial, telecommunications, data communications, access and wireless markets.

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Ericsson’s third-generation POLA(TM) modules improve performance and save board space (August 2007)

Ericsson Power Modules’ PMN and PMP series point-of-load modules, based on the latest generation of high dynamic-response control IC with embedded TurboTransTM functionalities, are third-generation POLATM products. As point-of-load (POL) power modules, they address a wide range of applications – from industry to avionics – including applications in the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) industry.

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Lambda strengthens iSA series (July 2007)

Lambda UK has strengthened its iSA series of sixteenth brick DC/DC power modules to provide up to 25A of output current. Designed by sister company TDK Innoveta Inc, the new DOSA (Distributed Power Open Standard Alliance) standard footprint DC/DC converters provide exceptional thermal performance and are designed for engineers seeking to save space and system cost in 48V distributed power architectures.

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XP Power adds 30 new products added to global Power Supply Guide for 2007/08 (June 2007)

XP Power announces the availability of their new Power Supply Guide for 2007/2008. The guide, containing 208 pages, has had a total of 30 new product ranges added since the last edition. It provides detailed information on many aspects of XP Power’s standard product range. AC/DC products range from 5 Watts to 2,400 Watts and include open frame, u-channel, desktop, DIN rail, industrial and medical power supplies. Also included are DC/DC converters rated from 1 Watt to 400 Watts, and military component based power modules and filters.

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C&D Technologies new 4:1 Wide Input, Highly Efficient 100W Quarter Brick DC/DC Converters (June 2007)

Today’s advanced digital systems demand extended input range compliance on DC/DC power converters. Besides battery and mobile power applications, the ultra wide 4:1 input range of C&D’s advanced UQQ family of converters perfectly suits industrial, medical and telecom applications and is capable of supplying up to 100Watts of usable power.  Available models are 3.3V/25A, 5V/20A, 12V/8A, 15V/7A and 24V/4A with basic grade I/O isolation voltage of 2250 Volt.

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Lambda packs 15kW into 3U (June 2007)

High output capacity, extensive options for local and remote control, compact construction and very competitive pricing are the major features of the new programmable 3U power supplies in the Genesys™ range from Lambda. These make the supplies an ideal choice for applications such as electroplating, semiconductor manufacture and use with industrial lasers, where dependable and controllable high-power DC sources are needed.

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Ericsson’s 1/8 brick DC/DC module raises the benchmark for power and control performance (June 2007)

PKB-C DC/DC converter has considerably more output power compared with similar available products. This is an important benefit in applications where customers are looking for higher power in a smaller package than the traditional quarter-brick, or alternatively to obtain higher power in a standard eighth-brick format when upgrading boards to achieve higher performance levels.

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New 12V Hot-swap front-end for distributed power (May 2007)

Lambda has launched a new version of its popular FPS1000 front end power supply with a nominal output voltage of 12V , ideal for driving non-isolated point of load dc-dc converters directly in systems utilising a distributed power architecture without the need for intermediate bus conversion. The new model, which complements the existing line up of 24V, 32V and 48V models, has found immediate favour with manufacturers of non-telecoms equipment that do not require a 48V bus yet wish to move to a distributed power system.

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Lambda packs 450W into half a brick! (April 2007)

In response to customer demand for smaller and more cost-effective power sources, Lambda has introduced its innovative new range of PAH450 DC/DC converters that deliver a full 450 watts of output power from an industry-standard low-profile half-brick package. In many applications, these compact and economically priced units can replace full-brick converters, resulting in substantial space and cost savings.

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Ericsson dual output DC/DC converters are drop-ins for earlier MacroDens modules and have floating dual outputs for versatility (April 2007)

Expanding its highly successful MacroDens portfolio of DC/DC modules, Ericsson Power Modules has released three PKR modules aimed primarily at powering telecom and datacom transmission systems requiring floating dual outputs, such as line cards and optical transmitters. Similarly, the PKR will also power a wide range of applications in instrumentation and process control that use analogue logic and communication chipsets. With their floating design, the devices’ dual outputs can also be configured in series, making them suitable for feeding many other applications (for example, 24V output).

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24V/10A DC-UPS with only one 12V battery (February 2007)

PULS has developed a totally new DC-UPS (Uninterruptible power supply) which requires only one 12V battery to buffer 24Vdc. To eliminate the need for two batteries connected in series the developers from PULS integrated firmware along with a unique circuit into the DC-UPS to boost the 12V battery voltage up to 24V. Smart semiconductors replace non-intelligent discrete components, therefore the need for the second battery is eliminated and the battery performance is maximized. The firmware runs a series of logical test on the battery and makes adjustments to maintain the constant output under all conditions.

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More power and reduced cost from Ericsson’s quarter brick DC/DC modules (February 2007)

Expanding its ground breaking PKM-E series of DC/DC modules, Ericsson Power Modules has introduced a further three models that provide extra output voltage ranges, more current, and more power for telecom and data equipment vendors operating in the areas of distributed power architecture, wireless networks, enterprise networks, access and optical networks, industrial, and the latest generation of ICs (DSP, FPGA, ASIC).

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Design guide simplifies selection of DC/DC converters to power FPGAs (February 2007)

C&D Technologies has developed a new design guide to assist engineers seeking DC/DC converters to power FPGA processors. The guide features product parametric tables as well as Xilinx and Altera FPGA application examples to guide designers towards the most appropriate solutions for the their system designs.

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Compact 60W Class II external AC/DC power supply for medical and industrial applications

XP Power’s latest compact desktop AC/DC power supply, PDM60, provides Class II system protection. Safety approvals include UL609501 and EN609501 for industrial and IT applications, and UL60601-1 and EN60601-1 for medical systems. With 4000 VAC isolation and low leakage current, the PDM60 is ideally suited to both medical and commercial use. Measuring just 135 x 65 x 41 mm (5.3 x 2.5 x 1.6 inches), it has an improved power density over previous products and is well matched to portable applications.

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19 inch powershelf simplifies design and helps shorten time-to-market

C&D Technologies has introduced a new powershelf that is designed to accommodate up to three of the company’s D1U AC/DC front-end power supplies in parallel. The S1U-3X alleviates the need for designers to develop a custom chassis to accommodate multiple power supply modules.

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Thin supply delivers power in half the space

Ultra-thin convection cooled single-output power supplies in the new RTW range from the new collaborative TDK – Lambda product brand are 50% smaller and 60% lighter than typical products of the same rating, making them an attractive choice for use in modern equipment where small size is invariably required. In addition, RTW power supplies have been designed to be environmentally friendly, and they conform fully with the requirements of the RoHS Directive.

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AC/DC front-end power supplies provide improved efficiency and energy cost savings

C&D Technologies has added a 48V family to its class leading D1U-W AC/DC front-end power supply product line.  The range, which already has a 12V series, is designed to deliver high efficiency bulk power to servers, workstations, and storage systems that utilise distributed power architectures.

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DC/DC Converter family meets next-generation Intel processor specifications

The new VRM11.X family of DC/DC Converters from C&D Technologies has been introduced to provide power to Intel’s next generation processors. Comprising six models, the range offers a choice of form factors and power level options to give designers and developers of servers and workstations a high degree of flexibility. Compared to approaches that use custom power supplies, VRM11.X DC/DC Converters offer a low risk, fast time-to-market option.

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Modular, configurable power supply delivers 11% power increase from standard chassis

XP Power announces the latest model in the fleXPower family of configurable power supplies. The fleXPower X10 brings an 11% increase in power using the same size chassis as earlier 900 Watt models. An output power of up to 1,000 Watts is available over the full input range of 85-264 VAC. At high line, 180-264 VAC, a single chassis can provide up to 1,200 Watts. By utilising the double deck feature of the fleXPower X10, where outputs are paralleled, up to 2,400 Watts are available at high line.

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Space-saving 120W external power supply for medical applications features Class I and Class II approvals

XP Power has announced a medically approved, compact 120W power supply for medical and other portable applications where high isolation and low leakage current specifications are required. The AMM120 is offered with both Class I (with earth) and Class II (no earth) AC inputs. Class II inputs are commonly required in medical equipment because the reliability of earth connections cannot be guaranteed in all locations in which portable devices may be used. This is driving a growing demand for Class II qualified power supplies.

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Ericsson POLA regulators reduce board space offering flexibility and cost cutting options

Expanding its point of load (POL) range of DC/DC regulators, Ericsson Power Modules has introduced two POLA devices that are amongst the smallest switching POL regulators available, and provide high efficiency and a host of features for ‘real needs’ applications at low cost.

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Lambda's new profile DIN rail power supply fits the box for building automation

Just 56mm deep, the new low-profile DSP DIN-rail mounting power supplies from Lambda are specifically designed for easy installation in the shallow cabinets commonly used in building automation and security applications.  Offered in versions with power ratings from 7.5W to 100W, the units are suitable for the low-voltage controls which are increasingly finding favour in commercial and residential premises.

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Ground breaking high density IBC brick scoops award for the second year running for Ericsson

Representing consistency and ability, Ericsson Power Modules has received an award from Electronics China magazine for the second year running.  The company’s groundbreaking PKM4402NG DC/DC module was chosen as ‘Outstanding DC/DC Power Product’, associated with the magazine’s hotly competed ‘Top-10’ awards competition.

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Lambda launches new product catalogue

Lambda, the specialist power supply manufacturer, has launched its new power products catalogue for 2006/2007. The 188-page catalogue includes comprehensive details of their range of AC/DC power supplies, DC/DC converters, laboratory supplies, special assemblies and filters.

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COTS military and avionics DC/DC converters cut costs and time-to-market

XP Power has announced the MTC, a series of 4W to 35W DC/DC converters designed as a standard product family exclusively for defence and avionics applications. No compromise has been made in component selection or construction to make it adaptable for communications, industrial or transport applications, as is often the case with products from other vendors. The MTC is a non-custom converter based on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components and is available in 5, 15 and 35 W ratings. It offers substantial cost savings over traditional military power supplies and is available from stock to reduce system time-to-market.

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Lambda now offers TDK DC/DC converters

The latest CC-E compact DC/DC converters designed and manufactured by TDK are now available from power supply specialists, Lambda under the new collaborative TDK – Lambda product brand. With power ratings from 1.5W to 25W in versions with 5V, 12V, 24V or 48V inputs, the DC/DC converters feature a small footprint and low profile, making them an ideal choice for use in modern telecommunications, data communications, instrumentation and industrial applications, where space is invariably at a premium.

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Low profile 400W AC/DC switcher fits in 1U high apparatus

XP Power has announced the SMM400 series, a family of 400W AC/DC switching power supplies that enable more power to be delivered in an industry-standard 1U high enclosure. Most 1U units are limited to around 250W but this new power supply, which has power densities of up to 0.38 Watts per cubic cm, meets demand for higher power within a given space. The low profile units come in 24 standard models -19 single-output and 5 dual-output versions - and carry agency approvals for communications, IT, industrial and medical applications.

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Lambda Has Tough Power Supplies for Industry

Designed to deliver high reliability even in harsh operating conditions, single-output industrial power supplies in the new LZSa series from Lambda combine rugged mechanical construction with an enhanced thermal design that allows them to operate over the exceptionally wide temperature range of -40ºC to +71ºC.  The units also meet the demanding vibration- and shock-withstand requirements of MIL-STD-810E and are backed by Lambda’s 5 year warranty.

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Vicor Introduces New Cost-Effective Mid-Power 24Vin Micro Modules

Vicor announces the addition of seven mid-power Micro DC-DC converters to its high-density 24Vdc input family: 50W models at 3.3, 5, 12, 15, 24, 28, and 48Vout. The modules — which incorporate Vicor’s low-noise Zero-Current and Zero-Voltage Switching (ZCS/ZVS) — are appropriate for power system applications in industrial and process control, distributed power, medical, ATE, communications, defence, and aerospace.

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