Tyco Electronics Circuit Protection News

A New Breed of High-Performance Interconnects

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The demand for increased current density with modular power solutions has been met by a new breed of power interconnects from Tyco Electronics. The new designs make better use of available airflow and provide improvements in long-term reliability. Specific challenges related to energized mate and un-mate cycles and exposure to corrosion enhancing environments while maintaining low milli-volt drops are addressed with new contact designs and material selections. While de-facto standard solutions fall short of meeting future needs, Tyco Electronics offers upgraded power connectors that meet the needs of many applications in the computer, telecommunications and industrial power distribution markets.

PolySwitch Portfolio Expands With New 0603 Device

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MENLO PARK, CA -- Nov. 17, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics announced today the addition of a new industry-standard 0603 device to its popular line of surface-mount PolySwitch™ devices. The femtoSMDC016F device consumes less than half the board space of prior-generation devices and helps protect sensitive electronics from damage caused by overcurrent and overtemperature events. The device's fast time-to-trip and resettable functionality can help manufacturers reduce warranty costs and improve reliability of portable electronics such as:

New Website Design Launched

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over the next few months, we will continue to improve our website with additional search and browse capabilities, increased content and information, greater technical support and overall ease of use. These and other future improvements are a direct response to feedback we received from our customers.

You are invited to comment on the site and provide feedback to us. Please let us know how we are doing by clicking on our Provide Website Feedback link located on the bottom of every page.

Free Online Training at Circuit Protection University

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MENLO PARK, Calif. â€” Oct. 8, 2009 â€” Tyco Electronics introduced today a free web-based training program aimed at designers of electronic and electrical equipment. From electrical basics to detailed descriptions of circuit protection strategies, Circuit Protection University (CPU) provides a suite of practical, self-paced tutorials.

Silicon ESD Protection Devices in Industry's Smallest Form Factor

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MENLO PARK, CA -- Sept. 15, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics announced today the addition of three new devices to its line of electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection devices. The 0201-sized Silicon ESD (SESD) devices are approximately 70 percent smaller than prior generation 0402-sized devices and help provide protection and improve reliability of portable electronics such as mobile phones, MP3 players, PDAs and digital cameras.

Got Samples?

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Now when you use the Tyco Electronics eCatalog to research parts, ordering free samples is an easy option. The new user-friendly service features real-time sample availability and the simple, ordering process does not require a customer account number. Samples generally ship within 1 business day and can be sent anywhere in the world.

Design on Time and on Budget

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

High speed links need to be designed on time and on budget. And that's where Tyco Electronics Circuits and Design services can help. Our goal is to apply system-level expertise to design, simulate, and verify a system that meets your performance goals. We have completed hundreds of system designs and have years of experience in system layout, design and simulation. Our modeling skills and techniques are second to none with an extensive library of product models ready to go to work for your design.

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Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Fast-Acting High-Current 1206 Chip Fuse Helps Conserve Board Space

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

MENLO PARK, Calif. -- Feb. 17, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics introduces a new line of fast-acting, high-current chip fuses. Helping provide overcurrent protection on power supplies, servers, communications equipment, voltage regulator modules, and other space-constrained applications, the surface mount chip fuse offers strong arc suppression characteristics and some of the highest current ratings available in the industry-standard 1206 form factor.

Check Order Status Enhancements

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Many new time-saving improvements have been made to Check Order Status.

'Starts With' Search
You now have the ability to enter the first few characters of a TE Order Number, Purchase Order or Customer Part Number and search for matching orders.

PolySwitch Mini-Terminal Bladed Device For Automotive Applications

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The PolySwitch BD280 mini-terminal bladed device is suitable for one-to-one replacement of plug-in automotive mini fuses and bimetal circuit breakers. The device offers a no-moving-parts design, and a resistance switching action that immediately latches following an overcurrent event.

The solid-state design of the PolySwitch device, as opposed to the multi-part mechanical design of the bimetal device, provides significant advantages in automotive applications. The devices' resettable functionality, high resistance to shock, vibration and rough handling, lower surface temperature and power dissipation, and flatter thermal derating can help vehicle manufacturers reduce warranty repair costs and improve user satisfaction. Suitable for use in North American trucks, utility or off-road vehicles and worldwide passenger cars utilizing 12V battery systems, the resettable device helps prevent damage caused by overloads and short circuits.