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AVX Releases First 175°C Rated MLV Transient Voltage Suppressor

AVX is pleased to announce its latest multilayer varistor SMD solution for overvoltage protection in high-temperature applications. The VT Series now expands the temperature range of overvoltage protection to 175°C.

AVX leads the way for multilayer varistor devices by incorporating a modified grain boundary to the zinc oxide based ceramic semiconductor material that is reliable at high temperatures. Grain size and boundary interface correspond to clamping voltage, and multiple values are available. This unique design expresses qualities of back-to-back zener diodes in the on-state, with the added benefit of greater current and energy withstanding properties. In the off-state, the monolithic construction of electrodes and ceramic layers offer EMC benefits, obsoleting the need for discrete TVS diodes and EM filter capacitor on a communications bus.

Features / Benefits:

Multiple Strike Capability Compliant with IEC 61000-4-2 25kV Direct Contact ESD
Zero Temp. Derating Across Full Operating Temperature Range of -55° C to 175° C
AEC-Q200 Qualified
Low Leakage Current
Bi-Directional Protection + Broadband EMI Filter
Small 0603/0805 Case Size. Replaces TVS Diodes with Smaller Footprint
Applications: High temperature Automotive, Industrial & Consumer applications requiring circuit protection in a small footprint

Spirit Welcomes New Account Managers and Pricing Analyst

April 30, 2019

Spirit Electronics, a preeminent value-added distributor based in Phoenix, Arizona, is pleased to announce its recent hire of three industry veterans: Patty Hannon and Kate Hopeman, who join Team Spirit as Strategic Account Managers; and Pam Santana, as a Pricing Analyst. They will support Spirit’s current customer base in North America, focusing on its core competency of Aerospace and Defense.

Each has more than 20 years of experience in the defense/aerospace electronics industry at Microsemi/White Electronic Designs where they previously worked together: Hopeman as Director of Worldwide Sales, Hannon as Director of Strategic Customers, and Santana as Purchasing Manager, supplying memory, processor and GPS products to government subcontractors across many of the major weapons and aircraft platforms. The women are also active volunteers in several local community organizations.

“The knowledge and experience that these three outstanding professionals bring to our company will immediately benefit our customers through direct contact support and improved integration,” said Marti McCurdy, Spirit’s CEO. “Their ability to understand our customers’ needs and to develop strong relationships with our suppliers and customers is sure to contribute to our company’s positive growth.”

Spirit Electronics is a veteran-owned, woman-owned small business that provides elevated supply-chain solutions and electronic component distribution for global technology leaders in the aerospace, defense and communication industries. From fighter jets to guided missiles, Spirit plays a vital role in supplying world-class products and services to meet the highly demanding and rapidly changing needs of its clients.

About Spirit Electronics:

For more than three decades, Spirit Electronics has been a valued distributor and partner to key technology sectors. Our status as a VOWOSB, SDB owned-company provides diversity requirement relief to defense and aerospace customers.

Spirit specifically offers a wide range of electronic components and world-class value-added services, including SMI, Wafer and Component Electrical Testing, Design, Assembly, and End-of-Life Management. For more information, visit www.spiritelectronics.com.

Spirit Electronics is located in Phoenix, AZ, with sales offices in San Jose and Irvine, CA.

Spirit Electronics Receives Veteran Institute for Procurement GROW Certification

Veteran Institute for Procurement Graduate

Spirit Electronics recently completed the Veteran Institute Procurement (VIP) GROW Program, a comprehensive training and certification program that helps veteran-owned businesses strengthen their ability to win government contracts and do business with both military and civilian agencies they once served in uniform.

On March 28, 2019, Spirit Electronics was one of 49 businesses from 13 states and the District of Columbia to graduate from the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) GROW Program. Spirit was a guest of Lockheed Martin for attendance to the class.

“Attaining the VIP GROW certification gives Spirit Electronics more resources, credibility and knowledge in procuring government contracts,” said Marti McCurdy, CEO of Spirit Electronics. “I’m proud to be a US veteran and grateful to continue to serve our country through our company’s business.”

The first program of its kind in the nation, VIP GROW is conducted by professional subject-matter specialists in the essentials necessary to win government contracts: law, accounting, insurance, human resources, marketing and proposals. It also provides participants with access to Federal and prime contracting executives along with a national network of veteran owned small businesses that they can team with on opportunities.

Since its launch in 2009, VIP GROW has helped 880 service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses grow. A survey of 426 of the program’s graduates determined that the size of their businesses increased by an average of 64% within a year of graduating from the Institute. More than 82% of surveyed graduates credited VIP GROW for equipping them to make recent business decisions and avoid unseen pitfalls. Additionally, veteran-owned businesses are more likely to hire, mentor and train other war veterans as they transition to private life, which is a national priority.

“We are honored to give back to the men and women who served our country by providing them with the tools necessary to succeed as government contractors.” said Barbara Ashe, President of the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation. “We hope this training fosters their success as businesses and employers.”

Ultra Stable Quartz Crystal Oscillator

Rakon’s Ultra Stable Quartz Crystal Oscillator for Space Applications achieves the best performance by any space USO globally.

The new oscillator achieved a performance of 5.10-14/°C. This is a great development prior to Rakon beginning the next stage of downsizing the USO structure.

High-performance, 14-bit, 125 MSPS Analog-to-Digital Converter

Designed for applications demanding the highest speed and highest dynamic performance in a small space, the ADS5500-EP has excellent power consumption of 780 mW at 3.3-V single-supply voltage. This allows an even higher system integration density. The provided internal reference simplifies system design requirements. A parallel CMOS-compatible output ensures seamless interfacing with common logic.

Gallium Nitride-based Transistors

Due to their increased frequency capability and ultra-low RDS(ON), eGaN FETs and integrated circuits increase the performance of applications using standard silicon MOSFETs and enable applications that were not achievable with silicon technology. GaN devices save space, improve efficiency, increase manufacturing efficiencies, and lower system costs.

Military Ready Triaxial & Twinaxial Patch Panels

Military ready triaxial and twin axial patch panels from MilesTek

MilesTek has released a new series of triaxial and twinaxial patch panels and universal sub-panels to address mil/aero connectivity applications.

This new panel series includes a variety of universal sub-panels with TRB and TRT feed-through jacks and options that include 12” leads on the back of the panels. Custom length leads are also available upon request. These universal sub-panels are designed to fit into MilesTek’s 6-bay universal master rack panel which can house a wide variety of interconnect options.

Additionally, MilesTek now stocks both 1U and 2U, TRB and TRT patch panels designed to fit into 19” equipment racks and enclosures. These new patch panels feature .06” cold rolled steel and are RoHS compliant.

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DDR4-2400 SO-DIMM Industrial-grade Memory Modules

Built of high-quality DDR4 chips and extra-durable components, Transcend’s Industrial Grade DDR4-2400 SO-DIMM is an ideal choice for space-constrained applications that require rugged durability and flawless stable operation even in extreme heat or cold environments. Rugged notebooks, POS terminals, indoor/outdoor kiosks and vending machines, medical equipment, and other industrial systems will benefit from the robust durability of Transcend’s Industrial Grade memory modules, which are built with PCB contact pins that are 10 times thicker than normal. With industrial range (-40° to 85ºC) operating temperature flexibility, these memory modules are specially engineered to maintain optimum performance.

Space-Saving Rectifiers Improve Efficiency

Vishay Intertechnology has expanded its range of surface-mount TMBS Trench MOS Barrier Schottky rectifiers with 15 new 1A, 2A, and 3A devices in the eSMP series low profile SMF package. Affording space-saving alternatives to Schottky rectifiers in the SMA, these devices highlight reverse voltages from 45V to 150V, while their 3A rating is the industry’s highest for the SMF package.

Currently, Schottky rectifiers with current ratings to 3A are typically available in the SMA package. The devices released increase power density by offering this high forward current in the smaller SMF. Measuring 3.7mm x 1.8mm with a low 0.98mm profile, the package is 46% thinner than the SMA and uses 49% less board space.

The new rectifiers provide a maximum operating junction temperature up to +175C and an MSL moisture sensitivity level of 1, per J-STD-020, LF maximum peak of +260C. Ideal for automated placement, the devices are RoHS-compliant and halogen-free.

Solderless PCB Connectors

These high frequency coaxial/surface mount PCB connectors are highly reliable solderless connectors for precision thin substrate mounting.