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DigiKey and NXP Unveil MCX MCU Design Contest at Embedded World 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Swag, MCX, Acceleration, MCU, MacBook Pro, NXP, Digi-Key, AirPods Pro, Auction

NUREMBERG, Germany, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, is excited to announce its teaming up with NXP® Semiconductors to launch the MCX MCU Design Contest at embedded world. Using NXP’s new FRDM development boards, contest participants are invited to submit design ideas and projects for a chance to win a variety of prizes, including a grand prize package containing a 14-inch MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Series 9 and AirPods Pro.

Key Points: 
  • NUREMBERG, Germany, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, is excited to announce its teaming up with NXP ® Semiconductors to launch the MCX MCU Design Contest at embedded world.
  • “We are excited to launch this design content with NXP and look forward to the acceleration of ideas from developers using NXP’s FRDM development platform featuring the new MCX MCU portfolio ,” said David Sandys, senior director of technical marketing for DigiKey.
  • The contest opens on April 8, 2024, and all design ideas must be submitted by May 20, 2024.
  • To enter, participants must select a FRDM board featuring NXP’s new MCX N and MCX A series microcontrollers.

DigiKey Hosts Great Board Giveaway, Technical Demos and More at Embedded World 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
NXP Semiconductors, Internet of things, Conference, STMicroelectronics, Digi-Key, Nightclub

NUREMBERG, Germany, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, will bring its refreshed brand and Great Board Giveaway to embedded world 2024 , April 9-11 in Nuremberg, Germany.

Key Points: 
  • NUREMBERG, Germany, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, will bring its refreshed brand and Great Board Giveaway to embedded world 2024 , April 9-11 in Nuremberg, Germany.
  • Visit the DigiKey booth during the show for the Great Board Giveaway and receive a random draw development board from our supporting partners, including NXP Semiconductors , u-blox , Raspberry Pi and STMicroelectronics .
  • At the booth, visitors can also view demos and chat with technical experts at the DigiKey TechBench.
  • “We look forward to connecting with the embedded community at embedded world 2024,” said Mike Slater, vice president, global business development at DigiKey.

DigiKey and LabsLand Release Prism4 Remote Engineering Hardware System

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Field-programmable gate array, Student, School, Digi-Key, Video game

Each Prism4 hosts specific ready-to-ship Prism4 hardware systems that are available for different technologies, including field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), select microprocessors and microcontrollers.

Key Points: 
  • Each Prism4 hosts specific ready-to-ship Prism4 hardware systems that are available for different technologies, including field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), select microprocessors and microcontrollers.
  • “DigiKey has helped us continue our mission to provide universal access to real labs with real instruments and equipment.”
    Initially developed for educational settings, LabsLand remote engineering hardware systems allow engineers, students and educators access to hardware and software solutions that are often price-prohibitive.
  • With the development and release of the Prism4 through DigiKey, engineers, designers and suppliers have access to a remote engineering platform for new product demonstration, evaluation, product testing and design, allowing engineers to try out hardware before purchasing.
  • The Prism4 hardware system enables users to control and interact with the target platforms while providing video feedback demonstrating outcomes and results in real-time.

KYOCERA AVX RELEASES NEW RES SERIES RADIAL-LEADED ALUMINUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITORS

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
RES, RHA, RPA, REA, Electronics, Computer, REF, PCB, Avnet, REACH, Miniaturization, TTI, Arrow, Series, KYOCERA, Digi-Key, 1986 California Proposition 65

FOUNTAIN INN, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, released the new RES Series radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors.

Key Points: 
  • The RES Series is the eighth series to join the extensive radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors portfolio that KYOCERA AVX released in February 2022.
  • That portfolio now offers four lines of wet aluminum electrolytic capacitors (the RES , REA , REF , and REH Series ), two lines of conductive polymer aluminum electrolytic capacitors (the RPA and RPF Series ), and two lines of hybrid aluminum electrolytic capacitors (the RHA and RHD Series ), as well as an even wider variety of part numbers available with commercial and industrial reliability levels and competitive pricing and lead times.
  • The new RES Series radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors are shipped in bulk packaging, and lead time for the series is currently 20–24 weeks.
  • For more information about KYOCERA AVX's new RES Series radial-leaded aluminum electrolytic capacitors, please visit https://www.kyocera-avx.com/products/aluminum-capacitors/res-series/ .

KYOCERA AVX RELEASES NEW WET ALUMINUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITORS QUALIFIED TO INDUSTRIAL ENDURANCE LEVELS

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Tin, Polychlorinated biphenyl, Electronics, TTI, DCL, Lighting, ESR, KYOCERA, Mouser Electronics, Digi-Key, Printed circuit board

FOUNTAIN INN, S.C., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, has released the new surface-mount AEF Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors, which are designed for industrial and consumer electronics applications with high-density PCBs and qualified to industrial endurance levels. The series is available in 11 different case sizes spanning 0608 to 1216 and offers a wide range of capacitance values and voltage ratings extending from 2.2–470μF and 6.3–400VDC. It also exhibits low direct current leakage (DCL), low equivalent series resistance (ESR), which enables higher tolerance for ripple currents, low impedance over the full range of category temperatures, which extend from -40°C or -55°C to +105°C, and exceptional reliability over extended lifetimes of up to 6,000 hours at +105°C and rated voltages. In total, the new AEF Series wet aluminum electrolytic capacitors currently provides customers with a selection of 59 part numbers ideally suited for an extensive range of high-density industrial and consumer electronics ranging from lighting systems to DC/DC converters.

Key Points: 
  • They exhibit industrial endurance and low DCL, ESR, and impedance and are ideal for high-density industrial and consumer electronics applications including lighting and DC/DC converters.
  • FOUNTAIN INN, S.C., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KYOCERA AVX , a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, has released the new surface-mount AEF Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors , which are designed for industrial and consumer electronics applications with high-density PCBs and qualified to industrial endurance levels.
  • "We are thrilled to introduce the new surface-mount AEF Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors to market," said Slavomir Pala, Technical Marketing Manager, KYOCERA AVX.
  • For more information about KYOCERA AVX's new surface-mount AEF Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors, please visit https://www.kyocera-avx.com/products/aluminum-capacitors/aef-series/ .

KYOCERA AVX RELEASES NEW WET ALUMINUM ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITORS WITH COMMERCIAL-LEVEL ENDURANCE RATINGS

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Tin, AEK, Polychlorinated biphenyl, Business development, TTI, Aluminium, ESR, KYOCERA, Mouser Electronics, Digi-Key, Printed circuit board

FOUNTAIN INN, S.C., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, has released the new surface-mount AEK Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors, which are designed for industrial, commercial DC/DC, and energy storage applications with high-density PCBs and qualified to commercial endurance levels. The series is available in 12 different case sizes spanning 0608 to 1216 and offers a wide range of capacitance values and voltage ratings spanning 1–1,000μF and 6.3–400VDC. In total, the AEK Series currently provides customers with a selection of 66 part numbers ideally suited for satisfying a wide range of application demands.

Key Points: 
  • The new surface-mount AEK Series wet aluminum V-chip capacitors are designed for industrial, commercial DC/DC, and energy storage applications with high-density PCBs.
  • "The new surface-mount AEK Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors provide customers with cost-competitive, high-performance, and high-endurance solutions for industrial, commercial DC/DC, and energy storage applications with high-density PCBs," said Raul Wang, Business Development Manager, KYOCERA AVX.
  • "This latest addition to KYOCERA AVX's proven portfolio of aluminum electrolytic capacitors provides customers with an even greater range of capacitance values and voltage ratings in compact packages optimized to satisfy the demands of these evolving applications."
  • For more information about KYOCERA AVX's new surface-mount AEK Series wet aluminum V-chip electrolytic capacitors, please visit https://www.kyocera-avx.com/products/aluminum-capacitors/aek-series/ .

DigiKey’s Janette Esala Earns Top 25 Women in Business Award from Prairie Business Magazine

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Woman, Marketing, Growth, Learning, Translation, Mentorship, Digi-Key, Management

This award honors and celebrates female professionals who boast impressive accomplishments, community involvement and work histories.

Key Points: 
  • This award honors and celebrates female professionals who boast impressive accomplishments, community involvement and work histories.
  • Esala has been at DigiKey for more than 25 years, where she started in an entry-level help desk position before moving to DigiKey’s IT and learning and development teams.
  • Esala is also an active member of the Women in Electronics organization, where she mentors women who are new to the field and growing in their leadership roles.
  • “She is highly respected by her team, her peers and her business partners, and she is known for being pragmatic and fast-paced.

DigiKey Launches Season 3 of its “Farm Different” Video Series

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Analog Devices, Robotics, ADI, Weather, Farmer, Climate change, Seed, Creativity, Farm, Heart, Agriculture, Digi-Key, Population growth

Season 3 features three episodes that provide a look into the future of farming to determine what innovations will power the next generation of global food production.

Key Points: 
  • Season 3 features three episodes that provide a look into the future of farming to determine what innovations will power the next generation of global food production.
  • “The agricultural community has never backed down when facing sustainability challenges,” said Josh Mickolio, supplier business development manager at DigiKey.
  • “Navigating reduced labor pools, unpredictable weather and rising costs threatens growth in production and the survivability of small and large farming operations alike.
  • To learn more about the video series, sustainable production and how DigiKey is supporting the rapidly-changing agricultural sector, please visit the DigiKey website .

DigiKey to Highlight Power Solutions from Leading Suppliers at APEC 2024

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
APEC, TDK, Wolfspeed, Student, Digi-Key, EPC, Conference

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, will be highlighting the latest in power solutions from leading suppliers at APEC 2024 , Feb. 25-29 in Long Beach, Calif.

Key Points: 
  • THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DigiKey , a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, will be highlighting the latest in power solutions from leading suppliers at APEC 2024 , Feb. 25-29 in Long Beach, Calif.
    Conference attendees can visit DigiKey at booth #1821 for demos of innovative power technology products such as battery chargers, electrolytic capacitors, eval boards, power converters and modules, switching regulators and more from leading suppliers, including RECOM , Wolfspeed , EPC , TDK Corporation and Mersen .
  • DigiKey will also be giving away its legendary engineering rulers, plated through hole breadboards and other exciting swag.
  • “We’re excited to show how DigiKey is helping engineers and designers accelerate progress at the upcoming APEC conference in Long Beach,” said Heather Fulara, senior director, interconnect & electromechanical at DigiKey.
  • For more information about the power technologies DigiKey offers, please visit the DigiKey website.

Laird Connectivity Releases Compact Sub-GHz FlexDipole Antenna for Enhanced IoT Connectivity

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Digi-Key, Wireless, Internet of things, Avnet, SCADA, LoRa, Communication, City, Head, Arrow, Hertz

AKRON, Ohio, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laird Connectivity, a global leader in wireless technology, is pleased to announce the release of the sub-GHz FlexDipole Antenna, engineered to redefine the standards of sub-GHz wireless communication. This state-of-the-art antenna is meticulously designed to support the 863 MHz - 928 MHz frequency range, making it a perfect fit for sub-GHz solutions such as LoRaWAN, Sigfox and Proprietary RF.

Key Points: 
  • The sub-GHz FlexDipole Antenna boasts a remarkably small footprint of just 75.8mm x 13.75mm x 0.1mm.
  • Despite its compact size, it delivers exceptional performance across its operating frequency, ensuring reliable and robust communication.
  • Understanding the diverse needs of IoT devices, Laird Connectivity offers the sub-GHz FlexDipole Antenna with two connector options: MHF1 or MHF4L.
  • Senthooran Ragavan, senior product manager at Laird Connectivity, commented on the launch stating, "The sub-GHz FlexDipole Antenna is a testament to Laird Connectivity's commitment to innovation and quality.