by Electrocomp | Sep 23, 2020 | Product News
CeraCharge™ – Rechargeable Solid-State SMD Battery
CeraCharge™ Now Available in a Small Packing Unit
CeraCharge™, the world’s first SMD technology solid-state rechargeable battery, in the compact size EIA 1812 (4.4 x 3.0 x 1.1 mm³) is now available in a new packing unit.
This unit (B73180A0101M199) includes 10 blister-packed CeraCharge batteries which come in a vacuum-sealed plastic bag. The components are manufactured in regular series production and are suitable for test purposes, prototype construction and the installation of pilot lines. The packing unit can be obtained quickly and easily from selected TDK service distributors.
CeraCharge can be recharged more than 1,000 times, and has a capacity of 100 µAh at a nominal voltage of 1.5 V. Currents in the range of a few mA can also be rapidly drawn. Thanks to the SMD technology, it is simple to fit the batteries and process them in reflow soldering processes, which in turn, reduces the production costs of the device. CeraCharge is designed for a temperature range of -20 °C to 80 °C.
Unlike most ordinary technologies, CeraCharge is a solid-state rechargeable battery that uses a ceramic solid as electrolyte instead of liquid electrolyte, thus eliminating the risk of fire, explosion or leakage of electrolyte fluid. In a similar way to ceramic capacitors, CeraCharge is based on multilayer technology and combines a relatively high energy density in a very compact space, with process security, when manufacturing multilayer construction components.
To increase capacity and voltage, individual CeraCharge chips can be connected in series and in parallel as required, opening up a very wide spectrum of potential uses – especially in IoT applications. For example, this could include real time clocks, Bluetooth beacons, wearables or energy harvesting.
Main Features & Benefits
- Compact EIA 1812 case size
- Wide temperature range from -20 °C to +80 °C
- More than 1000 recharging cycles
- Easy placement and processing using reflow soldering techniques
- Solid ceramic electrolyte rules out the risk of fire, explosion or leakage of liquid electrolyte
Main applications
- IoT devices e.g., smart meters, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), smart home sensors, real-time clocks (RTC)
- Bluetooth beacons (BLE)
- Wearable devices
- Systems for energy harvesting
For more info, contact Sales
You can find further information about the products at www.tdk-electronics.tdk.com/ceracharge.
by Electrocomp | Aug 1, 2020 | Product News
SmartBug™ : Smart Multi-Sensor Wireless Module for IoT Applications
TDK SmartBug (MD-42688-P) is a multi-sensor wireless module that leverages TDK’s MEMS sensors and algorithms for a wide range of IoT applications.
This module combines six sensors, a powerful wireless (BLE) MCU, seven algorithm driven features and a rechargeable battery, in a small enclosure. It also comes with the option of an Add-On board that includes a WiFi module, an SD card slot and an ultrasonic sensor from TDK.
Key Features
- All-In-One Sensor Module including a combination of sensors and algorithms
- Out-of-Box Solution
- Pre-programmed. No soldering or programming needed
- Dedicated source of raw and intelligent sensor data
- Small size (50 × 36.6 × 18 mm) lets you stick this module almost anywhere
- BLE, USB, WiFi and SD data logging
- Reliable and quality data from high performance sensors and algorithms
- Over the Air (OTA) Firmware upgrade
- Visualization Software available
- Optional Add-On Board adds WiFi, SD card and an ultrasonic range sensor
The SmartBug, a compact, wireless multi-sensor solution designed for a plethora of commercial and consumer IoT applications. The out-of-the-box solution enables quick and easy access to reliable and smart sensor data without the need for programming, soldering or extra modifications.
SmartBug is an all-in-one sensor module that integrates TDK’s 6-axis IMU (gyroscope + accelerometer) with magnetometer, pressure, temperature, humidity and ultrasonic sensors, and high-precision algorithms. These algorithms include sensor fusion, HVAC filter monitoring, asset monitoring, gesture detection, activity classification, air mouse monitoring and smart door open/close detection.
The SmartBug module enables accurate and remote monitoring via both BLE and WiFi, and provides autonomous SD card data logging capability for IoT applications with large data volumes. With its small size, flat base and wireless features, the SmartBug is a perfect one-size-fits-all solution that can be stuck almost anywhere, from a simple door to an industrial robot, providing high-quality remote data collection.
- SmartBug combines TDK’s high-performance MEMS sensors and precision algorithms in a simple all-in-one wireless solution
- Designed as a dedicated source of smart sensor data for a diverse range of IoT use cases from smart homes and appliances to wellness monitoring
- Integration partnerships announced with Nordic, AKM, Sensirion, and Espressif Systems
Main applications
- SmartBug addresses a wide range of IoT applications, including but not limited to:
- Wearables
- Hearables
- Robotics
- Smart Door Lock Detection
- Asset Monitoring
- HVAC Filter Monitoring
- Air Mouse
- Robotic Vacuum
- Orientation detection
- Patient Activity Monitoring (e.g., cervical analysis, balance control and gait analysis)
- Smart Home
- Smart Appliances
For more info, contact Sales
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by Electrocomp | Jan 27, 2020 | Product News
Molex strives to make it easier to find the right connectors for myriad IoT applications – magnetic connectors and ports that filter signals and enable higher speeds.
The MXMag Connector family is a one-stop-shop, meeting mechanical, electrical and environmental performance while also cutting costs. Options include speed ranges of 10/100/1000 Mbps, a range of operating temperatures, Power over Ethernet (PoE) versions, multiple lengths and more.
Common MXMag Connector IoT Applications :
- Smart lighting
- Internet Protocol (IP) cameras
- Voice over IP (VoIP)
- Set-top boxes
- Gaming systems
- Industrial equipment
- Security systems
- High-reliability devices
- Developmental boards
Click here to explore how Molex MXMag products can open possibilities for your IoT application!
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