Robotics competition to build interest in STEM
14 March, 2016This year's Australian Regional FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) will run from 17–19 March at Sydney Olympic Park.
congatec conga-TR3 COM Express module
14 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec has expanded its COM Express portfolio with the AMD G-Series SOC. Compared to modules based on the previous generation of AMD Embedded G-Series SOCs, the conga-TR3 with dual-core AMD GX-217GI processor provides up to 30% more graphics performance and 15% more overall system performance.
Peregrine PE46120 phase and amplitude controller
12 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Wireless ComponentsThe PE46120 is a monolithic phase and amplitude controller (MPAC) from Peregrine Semiconductor. The product covers a frequency range of 1.8 to 2.2 GHz and integrates a 90° hybrid splitter, digital phase shifters and a digital step attenuator (DSA), along with a low-voltage CMOS serial interface.
Axiomtek ICO310 DIN-rail field controller
11 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Braemac Pty LtdAxiomtek has released ICO310, a field controller with PoE PD function. The robust DIN-rail IIoT embedded system supports the low-power Braswell Intel Celeron processor N3060 1.6 GHz dual-core or N3160 1.6 GHz quad-core with up to 8 GB DDR3L system memory, delivering high performance and low power consumption.
Microchip Technology LAN935x 10/100 Managed Ethernet Switches
11 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Microchip Technology AustraliaMicrochip Technology LAN935x 10/100 Managed Ethernet Switches are full-featured, 2- or 3-port switches designed for embedded applications. The products provide performance, flexibility, ease of integration and system cost control.
Antaira LNP-1604G-SFP 16-port industrial gigabit PoE+ ethernet switch
10 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Antaira TechnologiesAntaira Technologies' LNP-1604G-SFP series is a 16-port industrial gigabit PoE+ ethernet switch line with a 48–55 VDC power input. Each unit is designed with twelve 10/100/1000Tx gigabit ports that are IEEE 802.3at/af compliant (PoE+) and four 100/1000 SFP slots.
Antaira LMP-1204G-SFP 12-port industrial PoE+ gigabit managed switch
09 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Antaira TechnologiesAntaira Technologies' LMP-1204G-SFP series is a 12-port industrial gigabit PoE+ managed ethernet switch line with a 48–55 VDC power input. It has been designed for outdoor industrial application environments.
Yageo AHA and AHP series aluminium-housed power resistors
08 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsYageo's aluminium-housed power resistors, the AHA and AHP series, are designed for direct heatsink mounting with thermal compound to achieve high performance. A special encapsulation material and process allow for high insulation levels with minimal thermal resistance at the element.
Fairchild FMT1000 MEMS motion-tracking modules
07 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsFairchild's FMT1000 series are turnkey motion-tracking modules with embedded sensor fusion. The industrial-grade module family includes accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers, a 10 ppm crystal and a dedicated MCU.
Analog Devices ADSP-BF706 Blackfin+ embedded processors
06 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdAnalog Devices' ADSP-BF706 Blackfin+ embedded processors with 1 MB L2 SRAM and ECC protection deliver performance up to 400 MHz and maintain a low static power consumption rating of <100 mW.
Radiometrix RX1L narrowband low-current receiver
06 March, 2016 | Supplied by: RF Modules AustraliaThe Radiometrix RX1L receiver module has low current consumption of 1 mA and offers a good data link in an industry-standard pinout and footprint. The product is useful for low-power operations where existing narrowband modules are not suitable for prolonged battery-powered application.
Stackpole Electronics CSRF series current sense resistors
05 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsStackpole's CSRF series of SMD current sense resistors is now available in resistances down to 5 mΩ in a 0402 chip size. This low resistance, combined with the small package size, allows for efficiency improvements in small electronic devices and potential downsizing for existing designs.
Texas Instruments bq76200 N-channel FET driver
04 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Texas Instruments Australia LtdThe bq76200 is a low-power, high-side, N-channel FET driver. High-side protection avoids ground disconnection in the system and also allows continuous communication between the battery pack and host system.
Spinning better electronics
04 March, 2016A new proof-of-concept device takes advantage of the spin of electrons to create more energy-efficient electronics.
Axiomtek GOT5103W-845 fanless touch panel computer
03 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Adept Total Turnkey SolutionsAxiomtek has announced the GOT5103W-845, its 10.1″ WXGA TFT fanless touch panel computer designed with the latest Braswell Intel Celeron dual core processor N3060. The all-in-one industrial touch panel PC supports easily accessible external AT/ATX mode selection switch, multiple mounting types and a multitouch projected capacitive touch panel to fulfil assorted needs.
