Mechanical relays continue to enjoy a growing demand and so far can't be replaced by solid state relays (SSR). Compared to SSRs, the lower cost, contact resistance and the galvanic isolation of ...

This article describes a simple technique for using a processors PWM output to produce an analog control voltage that matches the load’s input range, thus maximizing control resolution. Most ...

Relays and solenoids are available with many different voltage ratings. Most factory- and process-automation equipment operates from 24-V supplies. However, customers may have control signals for a ...

Rohm has introduced a linear LED driver for automotive use, following close on the heels of its LED driver for motorcycles. BD18336NUF-M is a 3 x 3 x 1mm constant current driver IC that can deliver ...

A LIN pre-driver IC for relay DC motors from Melexis includes 48 KB of memory (16 KB ROM for the included LIN protocol and 32 KB Flash for the application software. The MLX81160 is the latest addition ...

Melexis has unveiled a new LIN pre-driver IC for relay DC motors that offers a combination of high power and greater compactness. The MLX81160 is the latest addition to the company’s Gen3 family of ...