Component Distributors Inc. (CDI) Blog: CDI's Blog For Engineers » Ewave http://cdiwebblog.com Wed, 16 May 2012 20:36:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Visit CDI at IMS 2012 in Montréal, Canada http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/05/16/visit-cdi-at-ims-2012-in-montreal-canada/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=visit-cdi-at-ims-2012-in-montreal-canada http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/05/16/visit-cdi-at-ims-2012-in-montreal-canada/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 20:36:14 +0000 cdiwebblog http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2970
IMS 2012, International Microwave Symposium

Booth 701Component Distributors Inc. (CDI) will be attending IMS2012 International Microwave Symposium taking place at The Palais des congrès de Montréal, June 17-22, 2012, in Montréal Canada.

Learn what’s new in wireless communication, radar, RF technologies, high frequency semiconductors, electromagnetics, commercial and military RF, millimeter-wave electronics and RF & microwave applications during this informative international microwave week.

Stop by Component Distributors Inc. (CDI) booth #701 during
tradeshow hours (9AM – 5PM) where we will be showcasing
state-of-the-art technology from leading RF/Microwave & Wireless manufacturers.

CDI's RF & Microwave Lines Include: Aethercomm, Carlisle Interconnect Technologies, CML Microcircuits, Dielectric Laboratories, Gigoptix, Linear Technology, Link Test Engineering, Micro-Coax, Mtron PTI, Passive Plus, RF Industries, SiTime, Skyworks Solutions, Sumitomo Electric, Taitien, Trans-Tech, Vectron International

CDI’s RF/Microwave & Wireless representatives look forward to meeting you and providing you with the latest information on current and future technologies as well as answering any questions you may have.

Component Distributors Inc. (CDI)
Visit: www.cdiweb.com/Products/RF-Microwave
Toll-Free: 1-800-777-7334
Email: sales@cdiweb.com

 
]]> http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/05/16/visit-cdi-at-ims-2012-in-montreal-canada/feed/ 0 Introducing the PS series from Sumitomo http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/05/08/introducing-the-ps-series-from-sumitomo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=introducing-the-ps-series-from-sumitomo http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/05/08/introducing-the-ps-series-from-sumitomo/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 08:30:30 +0000 cdiwebblog http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2944
Component Distributors Inc. (CDI), Sumitomo Electric Device Innovations USA
Dear Valued Customer,

As one of CDI’s RF & Microwave component customers you may know that CDI is the key RF distributor for Sumitomo Electric Device Innovations, Inc. (formerly Eudyna Devices Inc., and Fujitsu Compound Semiconductor).

We would like to introduce you to Sumitomo’s NEW PS series; a very popular GaAs FET device with RF & Microwave product designers. These economical IMFETs are helping to reduce the cost of amplifier designs in C and X bands. The PS series devices come in lower cost plastic packages which can be surface-mounted.
Features: PS series, Input/Output Internally Matched, Plastic Package for SMT applications (I2C), High Gain, High Ouput Power, High PAE, Frequency Bands
SPECIFICATIONS:

Part Number Frequency
Band		 2tone test P1dB Typ.
(dBm)		 Frequency
f (GHz)
lM3 Typ.
(dBc)		 @Pout S.C.L.
Typ. (dBm)
ELM5964-4PS C -43 25.5 36 5.9-6.4
ELM5964-7PS C -45 28 39 5.9-6.4
ELM6472-4PS C -43 25.5 36 6.4-7.2
ELM6472-7PS C -43 28 39 6.4-7.2
ELM7179-4PS C -43 25.5 36 7.1-7.9
ELM7179-7PS C -43 28 39 7.1-7.9
ELM7785-4PS C -43 25.5 36 7.7-8.5
ELM7785-7PS C -43 28 39 7.7-8.5
 
Please let us know if you would like additional information on these devices or if you have interest in looking at product samples.

Thank You,

CDI Account Manager
Email: sales@cdiweb.com
Toll-Free: 1-800-777-7334
Visit: www.cdiweb.com/sedi

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Component Distributors Inc, Mahr Federal 2012 Spring Promotion


MAHR FEDERAL 2012 SPRING PROMOTION
Promotion Prices Valid Until 6/30/2012

Component Distributors Inc. and Mahr Federal are happy to share some of their Spring 2012 Promotions. Mahr Federal Precision Gages provide a large range of easy to use measuring and metrology tools that deliver reliable data. Download The Entire Spring 2012 Mahr Federal Promotion Catalog

FEATURED PROMOTIONS:

Digimar. Height Measuring Instrument Digimar 817 CLM
Quick Height – 2D The new Height Measuring Instrument with
the innovative Quick Mode. Highly accurate rapid measurements,
a wide range of measuring and evaluation possibilities and excellent
operator comfort.
Mahr Federal, CDI, Digimar. Height Measuring Instrument Digimar 817 CLM, Spring 2012 Promotion

Pocket Surf PS1: The portable surface roughness measuring instrument Large display, directly selectable parameters, freely selectable button, USB interface PS1, integrated calibration standard, pick-up with removable pick-up protection, drive unit, flexibility thanks to 4 internal threaded bores, start button on the right and on the left.
Mahr Federal, CDI, Pocket Surf PS1

Visit Mahr Federal at Component Distributors Inc. (CDI)
Email sales@cdiweb.com, Component Distributors Inc. (CDI)
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Component Distributors Inc and Protek Power North America
Protek Power is now available through Component Distributors, Inc (CDI). As medical power supplies become in higher demand, Protek is pleased to offer the 650 Watt medical power supplies approved to UL60601-1 3rd addition and EN60601-1 medical safety standards. 

Protek’s PM650 series offers up to 700 watts of RoHS compliant power. The 650W series is ideal for many medical and dental applications, including patient vicinity medical devices. Furthermore an ITE version is also available (PU650 Series).

Protek PM650 Medical AC/DC Power Supply Series
Additional Features: 

  • Universal AC input 90~264VAC 

  • Single output models voltages ranging from 12VDC to 48VDC
  • Dual and Triple output models available with flowing configurations including: 3.3, 5.1, 12, 15, 24, and 48VDC
  • Remote sensing standard on output #1 and #2
  • 350W of power in convection cooled environments
  • 700W of power with forced air (optional cover and fan available)
  • Requests for modified standard and full custom products!
For more information visit us online at cdiweb.com/protek 


Contact Sales today for quote on the PM650 Series!
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Component Distributors Inc and Visual Communications Company

Component Distributors Inc and Visual Communications Company
  • Designed for harsh & outdoor environments
  • Wide angle viewable
  • Low profile for anti-vandalism
  • Direct sunlight visibility
  • Resistant to shock and vibration
  • ESD protection
  • Custom LEDs, lens and body colors available
  • RoHS compliant
For more information visit us online at cdiweb.com/vcc 


Contact sales today for a quote on CNX480/482 Series!
]]> http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/04/05/vcc-cnx480482-series/feed/ 0 Analog Digital Converters – New from NK Tech http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/29/analog-digital-converters-new-from-nk-tech/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=analog-digital-converters-new-from-nk-tech http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/29/analog-digital-converters-new-from-nk-tech/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:24:49 +0000 lauerb http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2814
Component Distributors Inc
The New ADC Series from NK Technologies is the first analog to digital converter offered by NK. The ADC converter allows for individually ranged devices to interface with the industry standard Modbus RTU serial protocol. The device can accept analog signals from current, voltage or temperature sensors, allowing the installer great versatility and higher accuracy.

Component Distributors Inc offers NK Technologies ADC Analog to Digital Converter
Features Applications
Convert up to eight 4-20 mA sensor outputs using a single network address. The ADC analog to Modbus converter is ideal for monitoring applications were multiple sensors are required.
Sensor loop power is supplied by the converter: No DC power supply is required. Use any 4-20 mA output sensor (current, voltage, temperature, or any other sensor parameter) as an input.
DIN Rail mounted converter with finger-safe terminals clearly marked for field installation speed. Convert any standard sensor output to Modbus RTU digital network format.
For more information visit us online at cdiweb.com/nk_technologies 


Contact sales today for a quote on Analog to Digital Converter!
]]> http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/29/analog-digital-converters-new-from-nk-tech/feed/ 0 InvenSense CEO Presenting at Design Summit http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/26/invensense-ceo-presenting-at-design-summit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=invensense-ceo-presenting-at-design-summit http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/26/invensense-ceo-presenting-at-design-summit/#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:41:59 +0000 lauerb http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2829
Component Distributors Inc
It’s tough to keep up on all of the latest advancements that InvenSense in developing. Perhaps you will be in the area and can check them out at the Sensors in Design Summit. InvenSense Founder and CEO Steve Nasiri will be featured as a Keynote Speaker. More details below. 

If that doesn’t work, you can always contact our resident InvenSense expert for the latest news and details!
Time Speaker Discussion
3/28/2012
12:30-1:15pm
(SID Theater 2)		 Founder & CEO
Steve Nasiri		 “Motion Interface: The Next Transformational Technology in Consumer Products”
3/28/2012 3:15-4:15pm
(SID -305, Room B4)		 Senior Director Business Development
Mike Householder		 “Motion Interface: The Next Frontier ”
For more information visit us online at cdiweb.com/invensense 

Contact sales today for your InvenSense Quote!
]]> http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/26/invensense-ceo-presenting-at-design-summit/feed/ 0 MSP-300: The First Enclosed Medical AC/DC Power http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/20/msp-300-the-first-enclosed-medical-acdc-power/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=msp-300-the-first-enclosed-medical-acdc-power http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/20/msp-300-the-first-enclosed-medical-acdc-power/#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:55:49 +0000 lauerb http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2802
Component Distributors Inc
Mean Well has introduced the first medical enclosed AC/DC power supply, in response to the demands of the high reliability power supply needed in the medical market. Component Distributors, Inc (CDI) will be selling the MSP-300 series, the first enclosed power supply in the rapidly growing medical market. 

Featuring a 5 year warranty, the MSP-300 series complies with the international medical safety regulation (MOOP level) and characterized by its low leakage current (≦300μA at 264VAC), these are suitable for “non-patient contact.” Also featuring high efficiency (up to 89%), 1U low profile (41mm), and the extreme “no load power consumption <0.5W” the MSP series can fulfill the demands of the medical applications.
Meanwell HSG-70 Series
Additional Features: 

  • Universal AC input 85~264VAC
  • Built-in active PFC function, PF>0.95
  • Withstand 300VAC surge for 5 seconds
  • Built-in remote ON/OFF control and 5V / 0.3A standby output
  • Cooling by built-in fan with fan speed control
  • Protections: Short Circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature
  • Certificate: UL / CUL / TUV / CB / CE
  • 5 year warranty
Part Number Power (W) Input (V) Input (A) Full Details
MSP-300-3.3 198 3.3 60 View Online
MSP-300-5 300 5 60 View Online
MSP-300-7.5 300 7.5 40 View Online
MSP-300-12 324 12 27 View Online
MSP-300-15 330 15 22 View Online
MSP-300-24 336 24 14 View Online
MSP-300-36 324 36 9 View Online
MSP-300-48 336 48 7 View Online
For more information visit us online at cdiweb.com/meanwell  


Contact Sales today for quote on the MSP-300 Series!
]]> http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/20/msp-300-the-first-enclosed-medical-acdc-power/feed/ 0 Affordable Wet Wet Differential Pressure Sensor http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/13/affordable-wet-wet-differential-pressure-sensor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=affordable-wet-wet-differential-pressure-sensor http://cdiwebblog.com/2012/03/13/affordable-wet-wet-differential-pressure-sensor/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:17:04 +0000 scottweatherwax http://cdiwebblog.com/?p=2759
Component Distributors Inc

Measurement Limited MLDPSM75 at CDIMeasurement Limited released the MLDPSM75.

The MLDPSM75 is a stainless steel isolated true wet wet delta pressure sensor module. The integral silicon pressure sensor die is isolated through the use of silicon oil and stainless steel diaphragms. The sensors are available in the following ranges:
Part Number Pressure Range Full Details
MLDPSM75-001PD 1 View Online
MLDPSM75-005PD 5 View Online
MLDPSM75-015PD 15 View Online
MLDPSM75-030PD 30 View Online
MLDPSM75-050PD 50 View Online
MLDPSM75-100PD 100 View Online
MLDPSM75-300PD 300 View Online
MLDPSM75-500PD 500 View Online
 
By adding an external sensor signal conditioning device by ZMDI, the MLDPSM75 can made to achieve a total error band of 1%.

Please contact your local CDI office for a quotation or availability or call CDI toll-free at 1-800-777-7334.
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Component Distributors Inc
Visit CDI at the Quality Expo Texas March 14-15, 2012 at the Forthworth Convention Center, Booth #800. Learn about and demo CDI’s latest and greatest measure & control products. Quality Expo is a great forum to ask CDI product experts questions to find the perfect measure & control components for your needs!

CDI’s Measure & Control Featured Lines Include:
Dorsey Metrology
Dorsey Metrology
  • Standard Bore Gages
  • Snap Gages
  • Indicating Plug Gages
  • Request a Free Onsite Demo to determine if Optical Technology is right for your business!
Mahr Federal
Mahr Federal 
  • Height Gauges
  • Micrometers
  • Dial Comparators
MicroRidge
MicroRidge
  • Mobile Collect – Wireless
Mitutoyo
Mitutoyo
  • Portable Surface
    Roughness Testers
Schaevitz Sensors
Schaevitz Sensors
  • Linear Displacement Sensors
  • Tilt Sensors
  • Rotary Displacement Sensors
  • Signal Conditioning
Solartron Metrology
Solartron Metrology
  • Orbit 3 Digital Network
  • Wigauges
  • Flexure Gauges
  • Block Gauges
Click here to register for Expo Hall Admission.
For more information email steven.rushing@cdiweb.com or call 303-357-2730 or toll-free at 1-800-777-7334

 
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