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Altair PollEx for ECAD Verification

PollEx for ECAD streamlines design processes, enhances product quality from the earliest stages and is said to integrate seamlessly with all leading electronic computer-aided design (ECAD) tools. Offers PCB verification capabilities at no cost, permitting them to integrate with leading ECAD tools and transform their PCB design workflows. Is part of the HyperWorks design and simulation platform. Is for design review; analyzing verifying and assessing physical, logical and electrical attributes. Detects potential manufacturing and electrical issues early in design to reduce design iterations and avoid rework. Identifies issues and boosts production yield with ECAD integration.

Altair

altair.com

 

Fairview Microwave Quartz Relay Switches

Quartz series surface-mount failsafe electromechanical relay switches offer frequency bandwidth from DC up to 26GHz. Can manage up to 40W average power during hot switching. Built with failsafe actuators and come in 12V and 24V models. Withstand sine vibration to mechanical shock. Gold-plated mounting surface resists oxidation for prolonged and reliable connection. Lifecycle rating of 5M. Frequency bands range from VHF to UHF to K bands. Insertion loss rates as low as 0.2dB max, high isolation exceeds 50dB, and switching time averages 5ms.

Fairview Microwave

infiniteelectronics.com

 

Kyocera Dual-Entry Card-Edge Connectors

9159-800 series dual-entry card-edge connectors feature compact form factor equipped with four to 20 beryllium copper compression contacts arranged in two rows with a tight 1mm pitch. Have gold-plated compression contacts that enable solderless installation and exhibit up to 2A of current-carrying capacity per contact. Also exhibit low contact resistance and deliver electrical and mechanical performance suited for harsh environments. Support both top- and bottom-entry mating configurations and have recessed through-board mounting to deliver a 3.5mm profile. For automotive, transportation, industrial manufacturing, consumer electronics and white goods applications. Have white, glass-filled, high-temperature, flame retardant (UL94 V-0) and halogen-free insulators and are rated for up to 150VACRMS or the DC equivalent and operating temperatures extending from -40° to +125°C. Can mate with 1.6mm-thick PCBs with gold-plated pads and are UL and RoHS compliant.

Kyocera AVX

kyocera-avx.com

 

Modelithics Complete+3D Library for Keysight ADS/RFPro

Complete+3D Library for Keysight ADS/RFPro combines elements of Keysight ADS and RFPro. Collects circuit simulation models for over 28,000 passive and active devices from more than 75 vendors as well as over 300 full-wave 3-D geometry models, for circuit and systems design. Features advanced-feature models, along with electromagnetic layout analysis, to result in accurate model-to-measurement agreement and fewer design iterations, and uses 3-D models to enhance design analysis and capture electromagnetic interactions between components and surrounding elements.

Modelithics

modelithics.com

 

Nano Dimension Exa 250vx DLP 3-D Printer

Exa 250vx digital light processing 3-D printer creates high-resolution micro parts at high production throughput. Uses resin-based DLP technology to achieve precise layer heights and exceptional surface finishes for an array of industries and applications, including connectors and other miniaturized components for electronic devices. Features a 100mm x 100mm x 70mm build volume, 7.6µm X-Y resolution, and layer thickness of 10µm.

Nano Dimension

nano-di.com

Rohm SiC SBDs

Surface-mount SiC Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs) improve insulation resistance by increasing the creepage distance between terminals. Original design removes center pin previously located at bottom of package, extending creepage distance to a minimum of 5.1mm, about 1.3 times greater than standard products. Minimizes possibility of tracking (creepage discharge) between terminals and eliminates insulation treatment through resin potting when surface mounting device on circuit boards in high-voltage applications. Can be mounted on same land pattern as standard and conventional TO-263 package products, for easy replacement on existing circuit boards. Comes in two voltage ratings – 650V and 1200V – supporting 400V systems commonly used in xEVs and higher-voltage systems.

Rohm Semiconductor

rohm.com

 

Schmid Hyper Loop System (HLS) Etcher

Hyper Loop System for printed circuit board etching combines high efficiency with sustainable benefits. Integrates a unique hybrid nozzle system and eliminates need for external compressed air, for precise and ecofriendly etching of fine structures. Features hybrid nozzles that deliver a thin, even spray pattern. Design promotes precision and reduces maintenance time due to quick nozzle replacement capabilities. Eliminates external compressed air supply, enhancing sustainability and lowering operational costs. Operates without exhaust air treatment requirements, reducing chemical consumption, especially when used with hydrochloric acid, as it eliminates alkali neutralization and minimizes the waste of copper-containing liquids.

Schmid Group

schmid-group.com

 

Siemens AI-Enhanced Design Software

Xpedition, HyperLynx and PADS software are now combined in a unified user experience featuring cloud connectivity and AI capabilities. Adds predictive engineering and new support assistance using AI to enhance engineers’ capabilities, and features cloud connectivity to facilitate collaboration and provide access to specialized services and resources. Also brings enhanced integration with Siemens’ Teamcenter software for product lifecycle management and NX software for product engineering, allowing for multi-BOM support and tighter collaboration between ECAD and MCAD domains. Offers rigid data access restrictions that can be configured and geo-located, and includes design and verification requirements management for model-based systems engineering support.

Siemens Digital Industries Software

siemens.com

 

Stackpole HCS Series Shunts

HCS series of shunts offers resistance values as low as 0.1mΩ, for applications requiring high currents while minimizing self-heating during the sensing process. Features power ratings up to 10W at 100°C and is said to deliver reliable operation in demanding environments. Includes a raised resistance element to enhance thermal footprint, reducing PCB and terminal temperatures, with an all-metal construction that provides pulse endurance and supports operation in temperatures up to 170°C.

Stackpole Electronics

seielect.com

 

Vishay TS7 SMD Trimmers

TS7 single-turn, surface-mount cermet trimmers are for harsh environments. Feature a 6.7mm x 7mm footprint with a height of 5mm, and are fully sealed to withstand standard board wash processing and ensure reliability in demanding industrial, consumer and telecom environments. Feature a 0.5W power rating at +70°C and come in both top and side adjustment styles. Ohmic range is 10Ω to 2MΩ.

Vishay Intertechnology

vishay.com

 

Würth WR-FPC ZIF Connector

WR-FPC ZIF (zero insertion force) connectors are now offered with gold-plated contacts. Offer improved electrical conductivity, wear resistance, corrosion resistance and reliability, and are primarily aimed at connecting flexible printed circuits. Feature identical mechanical properties and polarity to standard series with tin plating, so no design changes are required with upgrade.

Würth Elektronik

we-online.com

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Emil Otto Etimol SW 22 CN Stencil Cleaner

Etimol SW 22 CN stencil cleaner is a water-based, neutral concentrate developed to promote work safety and cleaning efficiency. Is nonhazardous, simplifying transportation and storage, and is formulated to efficiently remove lead-containing, lead-free, no-clean solder pastes and SMT adhesives on SMT stencils in automatic cleaning systems. Is said to feature good dissolving properties, ensure stable and high-quality cleaning results and rinses well with itself and DI water.

Emil Otto

emilotto.com

 

Göpel Multi Line Inspection Systems

Multi Line series of inspection systems support the entire manufacturing process. Modular base system features uniform software interface that reduces training requirements, enables flexible employee scheduling and optimizes knowledge exchange between production staff. Configurable for all inspection tasks throughout the entire manufacturing process: SPI, SMT and THT AOI and CCI. For THT PCBAs, provides flexible transport options, with or without carriers, and all necessary camera modules, as well as THT solder inspection, even during return on the optional lower transport conveyor. Uses 3-D technology to inspect solder joints for quality, shorts volume and pin length without flipping the PCBA. Optional double-sided inspection fully tests SMT assemblies without flipping the PCBA. Comes as an SPI system for inspecting solder paste deposits for shape, height, area, bridges, volume, X/Y offset and coplanarity. For CCI, can automatically inspect protective coatings by making fluorescent coatings glow using UV LEDs of different wavelengths, and features telecentric optics and a color camera to delivers high-contrast images while enabling fast programming using CAD data and coating plans.

Göpel Electronic

goepel.com

 

Inspectis Series U50 Digital Microscope

Series U50 digital camera microscope is a 4K system with 60 FPS for ultra-high resolution applications. Zoom range of 50x, with a sensor for higher sensitivity and a higher dynamic range than previous 4K cameras. Is said to have superior image stabilization. Is compatible with full range of Inspectis accessories and software. For fast-moving inspection or live working tasks.

Inspectis AB

inspect-is.com

 

Scienscope Xspection 3120 Inspection System

Xspection 3120 offline x-ray inspection system is designed for long PCBs. Inspects long or oversized PCBs in a single pass, eliminating need to split inspections across multiple setups and ensuring thorough inspection on all parts of the board. Streamlines inspection process and minimizes need for multiple repositions or manual adjustments, reducing handling risks.

Scienscope

scienscope.com

 

SCS PrecisionCure UVC Curing Line

PrecisionCure UVC microwave UV curing system now comes in two sizes – 46″ and 80″. Delivers UV curing performance through programmable profiles, a compact design and Heraeus Noblelight microwave-activated UV lamps. The 46″ system is for single-sided curing and is designed to optimize production floor space. Features patent-pending lamp movement trolley for UV exposure control, customizable lamp passes and varying UV dosage across different components of a single board. The 80″ unit comes in single- and double-sided configurations for larger production environments. Both models accommodate boards up to 28″ long and are equipped with pneumatic inlet/outlet shutters for process control.

Specialty Coating Systems

scscoatings.com

 

ULT ACD 400.1 Ex Extraction System

ACD 400.1 Ex was developed to extract and filtrate dry, flammable and nonflammable gases and vapors in concentrations up to 20% of the lower explosion limit. Comes with an explosion-proof fan in accordance with ATEX Ex II 2G T3, and is a modular, two-stage storage filter device consisting of an M5 dust pre-filter and two adsorption filter modules (activated carbon). Other benefits include quiet operation, low energy consumption and flexibility for changing workplaces or types of emissions. Features electrically conductive filter cassettes with a potential equalization connection and offers a high safety standard for users when changing filters. Also features a T3 blower to ensure safe extraction of gases in temperature classes T1-T3.

ULT

ult-airtec.com

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