What is REACH?
REACH stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and restriction of CHemicals. A global increase of rare illnesses has caused the world to be more cautious of products used in the home and work...
View ArticleThermal Electromotive Force (EMF)
Over the years, test and measurement companies have sought for a feature in relays that provide an accurate reading at low current. This is important because at very low current there is a tendency for...
View ArticleWhat is a Pilot Duty Rating & How is it Obtained?
A relay can be assigned a pilot duty rating when it’s used for switching loads on another relay or solenoid valve coils. It can be a direct current (DC) rating or an alternating current (AC) rating as...
View ArticleUsing PhotoMOS Relays for Battery Monitoring in UPS Applications
PhotoMOS relays can be used to monitor battery charge, which in turn can extend battery life and avoid hazardous situations. Battery monitoring is highly useful for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)...
View ArticleSelecting Connectors For Mobile Medical Devices
Like many types of electronics, medical diagnostic devices are appearing in ever-smaller form factors and increasingly relying on wireless communications. From sophisticated instruments for the medical...
View ArticleConnector Requirements For LED Lighting
The explosive growth of LED lighting has also sparked the need for connectors with a distinct set of packaging and mechanical capabilities. To work well in LED lighting systems, connectors need to meet...
View ArticleGet To Know UL 1604
Engineers who specify electrical products for industrial equipment tend to have a good working knowledge of UL ratings. However, one rating that gives many engineers trouble is UL 1604, which certifies...
View ArticleSelecting Reliable Connectors For Mobile Devices
If you’ve spent any time looking for the right connector to use in a smart phone or other mobile device, you might believe that all fine-pitch, low-profile connectors are created equal. But they’re...
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