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Fiber-optic interface connectors. The self-aligning EZ series of connectors for surface mount optical modules allows easy connection while reducing the number of parts compared to conventional FC, SC and MU connectors. Hirose Electric, Simi Valley, CA. Free info--Circle 781. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-781

Dielectric materials. Built upon ePTFE structures impregnated with filled resins, the MICROLAM family of materials provide high signal integrity, high density, fast signal speeds, thin construction and light weight. WL Gore & Associates Inc, Newark, DE. Free info--Circle 780. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-780

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Test socket. Designed for the BGA version of Intel's Mobile Pentium III processor, the 495-lead BallNest socket can surface-mounted directly onto PCB pads of the customer's motherboard. Insulator, lid and base are UL94V-0-rated. Aries Electronics, Frenchtown, NJ. Free info--Circle 782. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-782

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Onboard DC-DC converters. With iPOWIR devices, all layout-critical power semiconductor and passive components of the circuit are integrated to from complete functional building blocks, reducing converter size as well as simplifying and reducing power system design time. iP2001 is a high-current multiphase DC-DC converter power building block housed in a BGA package. International Rectifier, El Segundo, CA. Free info--Circle 788. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-788

Fiber-optic panels. Providing high-brightness illumination for front and back lighting of imaging systems, these woven fiberoptic panels emit uniform diffuse and shadow-free light over large surface areas. The panels can be driven by long-life, lower-power LEDs or more powerful halogen sources up to 150W for maximum brightness. A variety of off-the-shelf as well as custom sizes and configurations are available. Lumitex, Strongsville, OH. Free info--Circle 789. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-789

Cable clamp. The Mini Optical Fiber Network Saddle is designed to snap into a square hole to prevent rotation. The device's low profile allows air to move freely over the circuit board for cooling components, and the saddle doesn't stress the fiber cable. Richco Inc, Chicago, IL. Free info--Circle 482. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-482

cPCI CPU. Compact 4HP CP604 uses Mobile Pentium III in BGA2 packaging to provide scalable performance from 400 to 700 MHz, with a 256K advanced transfer cache to meet expanding embedded OEM requirements. PEP Modular Computers Inc, Pittsburgh, PA. Free info--Circle 783. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-783

Network microcontrollers. The TINI (Tiny InterNet Interface) microcontroller-based development platform executes code for embedded web servers, allowing remote devices' preferences and settings to be adjusted through a web page. Dallas Semiconductor, Dallas, TX. Free info--Circle 784. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-784

Heated chucks. Designed for lithography, CVD and PVD, dry-etch and stripping processes in 200mm and 300mm sizes, Thermofoil (tm) heated chucks can save weight and space while improving temperaure uniformity. Options include polyimide insulated heaters bonded to aluminum chucks (to 260°C), mica-insulated heaters sealed into welded chuck (to 500°C), and mica-insulated heaters clamped between silicone carbide plates (to 60°C). Minco Products Inc, Minneapolis, MN. Free info--Circle 790. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-790

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Router. PSS SB Router 1 extends the range of SafetyBUS-p safe field bus system by allowing a logical breakdown of the architecture into individual bus segments that can operate at individual transmission rates. Pilz Automation Safety LP, Farmington Hills, MI. Free info--Circle 785. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-785

Ceramic substrates. A process is offered that combines patterned copper-plated images with air-fireable thick films on ceramics for the manufacture of metalized ceramic substrates, chip carriers and packages. Remtec Inc, Norwood, MA. Free info--Circle 481. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-481

Ethernet line. Performing reliably in industrial and harsh commercial environments, RJ-Lnxx Ethernet line combines commercial RJ-45 connectors with the mini-connector form factor to provide a product sealed from dirt, oil and water. The RJ-45 plating is also protected from vibration and the strain-relieved connection cannot become accidentally dislodged. A variety of configurations is available. Woodhead Connectivity, Northbrook, IL. Free info--Circle 791. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-791

DSP board. Designed for high data throughput applications, the PowerPC CHAMP-AV board processes real-time RADAR, SONAR, telecom and video data, processing over 500 broadband-integrated channels in one 6U VMEbus slot. Ixthos Inc, Leesburg, VA. Free info--Circle 786. http://www.OneRS.net/106df-786

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