High-voltage Thick Film Chip Resistors

Rohm Electronics USA, LLC

KTR10 (0805 size) and KTR18 (1206 size) feature a rated power of 1/8 W and 1/4 W and a limiting element voltage of 300 V and 400 V, respectively. Resistance tolerances of ±1% and ±5% are available for both products.

All ROHM products are both lead-free and RoHS-compliant.

Top Three USB 3.0 Rumors

USB 3.0 will be a new connector standard operating at faster speeds than previous USB generations. This Intel Blog debunks three popular rumors. The first rumor is that Intel is creating the USB 3.0 spec. Not true, Intel is instead creating the host controller spec, a guide to building USB 3.0 compatible silicon.

Incredible Shrinking Microgrids

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Aggressive Hydraulics Inc.

If frequent cylinder failures and long lead times from your suppliers are costing you thousands of dollars in lost production, let Aggressive Hydraulics re-engineer and manufacture replacement cylinders for your application. Our replacement cylinders and parts have been solving problems for our customers for years. Call 866-406-4100 today.

Despite Global Economy, Valve Market Booms

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The Field Narrows Further

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