Littelfuse, Inc. offers the C&K Switches EL2 Series Tactile Switches, designed for general-purpose switching applications. These sealed surface-mount technology (SMT) tactile switches are available in heights of 3.5 and 5.2 millimeters, with actuation forces of 2 newtons and 3.5 newtons. The EL2 Series features IP67 sealing, protecting against dust and water ingress. The switches utilize […]
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Dual latch sensor offers consistent phase shift for ECU calculations
Melexis adds the MLX92253 to its Hall-effect Dual Latch portfolio. This fast sensor offers two independent signal tracks for minimal jitter as well as consistent 90° phase shift regardless of magnet pole pitch. This enables accurate speed & direction ECU calculation as well as easy transfer across multiple platforms. This integrated solution is a cost-effective […]
CO2 sensor offers 5V power supply and multiple interfaces
In order to further drive decarbonization, improving the energy efficiency of buildings is crucial, as they contribute significantly to global energy consumption and carbon emissions. Innovative solutions are needed to optimize energy consumption while ensuring a healthy indoor environment. Infineon Technologies AG is addressing this need with the introduction of the new XENSIV PAS CO2 […]
Image sensor enhances low-light performance and HDR capabilities
OMNIVISION has introduced the OV50M40, the latest addition to its mobile product portfolio. The OV50M40 is a versatile 50-megapixel (MP) CMOS image sensor with a 0.61-micron (µm) pixel size, designed to enhance front, main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras in smartphones. The OV50M40 image sensor supports both staggered HDR and dual analog gain (DAG) HDR technology. […]
Compact sensor module designed for indoor air quality monitoring
Renesas Electronics Corporation has launched an all-in-one sensor module designed for indoor air quality monitoring. The RRH62000 integrates multiple sensor parameters in a compact design, allowing it to accurately detect different particle sizes, volatile organic compounds, and harmful gases. The module features a Renesas microcontroller (MCU) that provides an intelligent sensor management solution for a […]
Compact angle sensor for wear-free rotation detection
The posirot PRAS20 from ASM angle sensor is suitable for applications such as operating tables, doors, opening valves, packaging, or printing machines. Even tight installation spaces are no problem for the sensor in a 6 mm flat housing. A redundant version, posirot PRAS 20R, is available. posirot sensors use multihall technology for non-contact rotation measurement. […]
Compact image sensor for eye and face tracing in AR/VR applications
OMNIVISION has announced the new OG0TC BSI global shutter (GS) image sensor for eye and face tracking in AR/VR/MR consumer headsets and glasses. This release marks the introduction of OMNIVISION’s patented DCG high dynamic range (HDR) technology to the AR/VR/MR market in the 2.2-micron (µm) pixel OG0TC GS image sensor. The OG0TC has a package […]
Image sensors offer enhanced low-light performance and high sensitivity
OMNIVISION announced the addition of two new image sensors for industrial and consumer security surveillance cameras. The new OS04J10 is a 4-megapixel image sensor featuring a large 2.9µm backside illuminated (BSI) pixel with PureCelPlus and Nyxel technology, designed for ultra-low-light conditions. The OS05L10 is a 5MP frontside illumination (FSI) image sensor with a 2.0-micron pixel […]
Open-frame push type solenoids offer customizable options
Push Type Solenoids from Magnetic Sensor Systems (MSS) include a series of 18 different low-cost open-frame solenoids to select from based on the Voltage, Duty Cycle, Force of up to 96 oz (26.7 N) and stroke requirements of the user. These clean, high-efficiency, low-cost S-18-100-QH Open Frame Push Type Solenoids can be operated at a […]
How Matter impacts sensors: part 2
Part 1 of this article discussed sensors and products compatible with the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) Matter standard that were announced at CES 2024. This included a Matter-compliant bridge that allows previously available products to be Matter-compliant. Compliant products gain the benefits of ease of interconnectivity via Wi-Fi and increased security through Matter’s use of […]
