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USB solutions specialist Future Technology Devices International Limited (FTDI) has added to its range of connectivity offerings with two new products that address the rapidly growing popularity of the Raspberry Pi (RPi) computing platform.

NXP Semiconductors has introduced the BGU706x series of multi-stage base station LNAs with variable gain and featuring what the company says is the industry’s lowest noise figure of 0.9 dB for a receive chain in silicon. The architecture of the LNA is based on the integration of a very low-noise LNA with a bypass function followed by an analogue-controlled variable gain amplifier (VGA). These new low-noise amplifiers deliver high linearity, while saving up to 80 percent in component count.

Anglia Components has been appointed as UK and Ireland distributor for the Marl International range of LED PCB indicators, panel indicators and filament replacement lamps.

Harwin has added an extra-small bore crimp contact to its Datamate family of high reliability 2mm pitch connectors, designed for use in challenging applications. Adding to Datamate"s existing wire sizes of 22awg (large bore) & 24-28 awg small bore, the new additions to the range feature an extra-small bore, female crimp contact, suitable for use with 28, 30 and 32 AWG wire.

Finder’s low profile relay range has now been extended for use with AC supply voltages. The new 24VAC and 230VAC versions of the 41 Series are suitable where the use of a DC supply voltage would either prove unsuitable or would incur additional cost.

AVX Corporation has developed a series of thin and thick film resistive products optimised for maximum power handling and low voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR).  The series, which includes high-power resistors, terminations, and attenuators, features power handling from 4W to 800W, and is available in a variety of sizes and termination styles, including flange, leaded, and surface mount.

International Rectifier has launched a family of automotive-qualified power MOSFETs housed in a rugged TO-220 fullpak package for automotive applications including BLDC motors, pumps and cooling systems.

Cyntech Components, a specialist supplier of electro-mechanical components and power supplies, has won an agreement to distribute switches from the Taiwanese company, Zippy.

Harting’s M12 connectors with crimp connection technology are now available in flexible angled versions, with a changeable outlet direction giving a choice of several mounting positions.

Texas Instruments (TI) has unveiled a new family of image processing chips that have been designed for front projectors, which will enable broader standardisation of 3D and interactive technologies. Projectors with the new chipset design, which will be incorporated in shipping units starting late summer 2012, will be able to seamlessly display content from common 3D-formats supported by HDMI 1.4, from virtually any mobile device including tablets, smart phones, laptops and Blu-ray players.