Texas Instruments introduced a 2-MHz DC/DC boost converter that operates at 5 µA of quiescent current, while maintaining a high efficiency at light load conditions. The integrated circuit supports an input voltage of 0.7 V to 5.5 V and an output voltage range of 1.8 V to 5.5 V, extending battery lif...

A free Web-based tool that computes the switching losses for IHLP inductors is available on the Web site of Vishay. The switching loss calculator is customizable to individual applications, allowing designers to select the correct part for an optimized board design. The switching loss calculator is ...

Rohm Electronics specifically designed its LED driver IC series BD6095GUL for LCD backlights in order to provide optimized viewing with low power consumption through double dimming function adjusting brightness based on image content and ambient conditions. The backlight dimmer is I/F compatible wit...

Maxim introduces the DS4560, a fully integrated, self-protected, resettable hot-plug switch. This device reduces the number of components required for the safe insertion and removal of systems on 12V powered backplanes. To minimize solution size and simplify design, the DS4560 integrates a 25mΩ...

Maxim introduces the DS2710, a stand-alone, NiMH charger IC with alkaline-cell detection. The charger IC to incorporate fast-charge control and alkaline-cell detection. Eliminating the need for circuit design or microcontroller programming, this device offers a single-chip charger solution that prot...

AnalogicTech has introduced the AAT3672, an integrated, single-cell Lithium-ion (Li-on)/polymer battery charger and system management IC. Using a three-switch architecture, the dual path device enables simultaneous battery charging and system load management. It automatically reroutes power from the...