Electronics Sourcing 
In this case study, Relec explains how new display solutions blend durability with modern technology to improve patient interactions at first point of contact. Significant change is taking place in the dynamic environment of medical receptions. Traditional reception desks are evolving, thanks to technological advancements. Relec Electronics has introduced a range of rugged TFT displays with PCAP … Read more
In this article, John Denslinger acknowledges that GenAI is still at trial phase, but the trend is clear—every organization, every employee can elevate performance. ‘Knowledge is power’—Sir Francis Bacon, Philosopher and Statesman (1597). Quite certain, Sir Francis never foresaw the degree of human achievement made possible with GenAI. With a few keystroke prompts, GenAI has … Read more
In this article, Electronics Sourcing introduces readers to a selection of the seminars taking place at this year’s Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show. Cleanrooms for electronics and medical device manufacturing Anthony Chien, president, American Cleanroom Systems Wednesday 10:00am, Mission Towers, CMTC Room Cleanrooms are a key tool in electronics and medical device manufacturing. They … Read more
Firecomms has announced its RedLink plastic optical fiber transceivers featuring high EMI immunity and robust RF signal isolation for industrial power electronics applications. The transmitters feature a resonant cavity light emitting diode with an integrated driver IC to send 650nm red wavelength light over plug-terminated plastic optical fiber to a RedLink receiver with integrated pulse … Read more
In this article, IPC Electronics Europe presents purchasing professionals with the key takeaways from in4ma’s Annual Survey of the European EMS Industry 2024. As revealed by an annual survey conducted by in4ma and sponsored by IPC Electronics Europe, the European electronics manufacturing services (EMS) industry experienced a robust 11 percent growth last year. Printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) … Read more
Vital Electronics’ QC lead, Joe Kryza, introduces procurement professionals to best practices for navigating the complexities and risks of counterfeit electronic components. In the fast-paced, evolving world of electronics manufacturing, the integrity of electronic components stands as a foundation of product reliability and safety. However, the threat of counterfeit components looms large, posing significant challenges to manufacturers … Read more
A2 Global Electronics’ CEO, Frank Cavallaro, explains to purchasing professionals how constraints and complications within the semiconductor supply chain will ripple throughout 2024. Infrastructure costs, geopolitical events, natural disasters, natural resource shortages and skills shortages are all contributing to an unsteady supply chain and likely sourcing challenges for select node sizes in coming months. Widespread … Read more
Mouser Electronics is now shipping Nexperia’s NEX1000xUB power supply ICs. These new, space-saving, programmable, high-efficiency, dual-output LCD bias power supplies are designed for space-constrained applications, extending battery life and video display lifetime for smartphones, tablets, virtual reality (VR) headsets and LCD modules. The ICs combine an LDO regulator, integrated boost converter and negative charge pump … Read more
Electronics Sourcing’s publisher, Mark Leary, starts the ball rolling on this year’s Electronic Component Show, highlighting benefits for engineers and purchasing professionals. For the third consecutive year, the Electronic Component Show (ECS) takes place at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford on Thursday 19 September 2024. Designed for engineers and supply chain professionals, this one-day event provides … Read more
Delmia’s, senior director, strategic business development, Prashanth Mysore, explains how businesses can make their manufacturing operations more environmentally friendly. The virtual twin experience is a differentiator in decarbonizing heavy industry processes. For instance, in green steel manufacturing virtual twins can help establish an integrated, automated factory with circularity, establishing green steel manufacturing processes that can reduce … Read more
Cliff Electronics has added a CAT6 insulation displacement connector (IDC) to its feed through connectors. The option provides a panel mounted ethernet (RJ45) eight-wayconnector that users can hardwire internally using the IDC contacts. Applications include ethernet networks, audio and broadcast. With the rear cover removed, connecting wires are pushed into the corresponding numbered and colour-coded … Read more
Richardson RFPD has announced the availability of a new family of RF components from TTM Technologies’ radio frequency and specialty components business unit. The 0603 family is comprised of small form factor (1.5 by 0.7mm), high-performance couplers and baluns designed to meet density and performance challenges of next generation 5G transceiver and power amplifier applications. … Read more
