Category Archives: Electronics

Heilind Gets OMRON 2022 Electronic Distributor of the Year

WILMINGTON, MA, June 9, 2023 – Heilind Electronics (Heilind), a leading global distributor of electronic components and authorized distributor for OMRON, received the company’s prestigious FY 2022 Distributor of the Year – Electronic award at the 2023 EDS Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, NV.

Members of both OMRON and Heilind together at EDS 2023

OMRON seeks to contribute to the development of society with the creation of advanced industrial automation, device & module solutions, social systems, services, and healthcare. Heilind received the award for fiscal year 2022 sales achievements, growth, development, and partnership in reaching these goals.

In recognition of Heilind’s achievement, a $5000 donation is to be made to Feed My Starving Children. The award and donation are part of OMRON’s ongoing mission, “To improve lives and contribute to a better society.”

“All of us at Heilind are honored to be the recipients of this award from the OMRON team,” said Alan Clapp, senior vice president at Heilind. Clapp continued, “This award recognizes Heilind’s excellence in supporting our supplier partners and the dedication of our employees that work alongside them.”

Heilind is a leading global distributor of electronic components and authorized distributor for OMRON. OMRON’s advanced electronic components including relays and sensors suites are available at Heilind Electronics.

About Heilind

Heilind Electronics, Inc. is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

For more information, visit www.heilind.com.

About Omron

Omron Electronic Components is a leading manufacturer and provider of advanced electronic components. Extensive product groups include relays, switches, connectors, MEMS flow sensors, pressure sensors, thermal IR sensors, optical sensors and facial detection/recognition components. Omron’s broad product offering can be found in industries such as smart home, building automation, power equipment, e-sports & gaming, test and measurement, factory automation and energy.

Fairview Introduces Voltage-Controlled Analog Attenuators

TTL Programmable Attenuators

IRVINE, CA, June 8, 2023 – Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand and a leading provider of on-demand RF, microwave and millimeter-wave components, has expanded its product line with a new selection of voltage-controlled analog attenuators and TTL programmable attenuators. The new models offer broad frequency coverage from 1 MHz to 50 GHz. They also complement Fairview’s existing portfolio, with more options to suit customers’ specific applications.

Fairview’s new line provides precise signal attenuation for R&D and defense applications.

The new voltage-controlled analog attenuators offer attenuation ranges up to 40 dB, and some models are designed with an absorptive architecture to maintain low VSWR performance over the entire attenuation range. The new TTL programmable attenuators feature 6-bit, 7-bit or 8-bit command control with 0.5 dB or 1 dB step sizes, and attenuation levels up to 127.5 dB.

In addition, Fairview Microwave’s voltage-controlled analog attenuators and TTL programmable attenuators are designed for high reliability and are available in rugged MIL-grade coaxial packages with an operational temperature range of -40° to +185° Fahrenheit (-40° to +85° Celsius). This ensures optimal performance in harsh environmental conditions.

“These new products offer precise and reliable signal attenuation, making them ideal for a wide range of applications. With fast switching speeds and high-input power handling capabilities, these attenuators are perfect for use in electronic warfare, radar, R&D and other defense-related systems,” said Tim Galla, product line manager.

Fairview’s new voltage-controlled analog attenuators and TTL programmable attenuators are in stock and available for same-day shipping.

About Fairview Microwave

A leading supplier of on-demand RF and microwave products since 1992, Fairview offers immediate delivery of RF components including attenuators, adapters, coaxial cable assemblies, connectors, terminations and much more. All products are shipped same-day from the company’s ISO 9001:2015-certified production facilities in Lewisville, TX. Fairview Microwave is an Infinite Electronics brand.

For more information, visit www.fairviewmicrowave.com.

About Infinite Electronics

Based in Irvine, CA, Infinite Electronics offers a broad range of components, assemblies and wired/wireless connectivity solutions to the aerospace/defense, industrial, government, consumer electronics, instrumentation, medical and telecommunications markets. Its brands are Pasternack, Fairview Microwave, L-com, MilesTek, ShowMeCables, NavePoint, INC Installs, Integra Optics, PolyPhaser, Transtector, KP Performance Antennas, RadioWaves and Aiconics. Infinite serves its customers with deep technical expertise and support. Its broad inventory is available for immediate shipment, fulfilling unplanned demand for engineers and technical buyers. Infinite is a Warburg Pincus portfolio company.

For more information, visit www.infiniteelectronics.com.

Zuken Releases eCADSTAR 2023 for PCB Design

BRISTOL, UK, and WESTFORD, MA, June 7, 2023 – Zuken announces the 2023 release of eCADSTAR, Zuken’s next-generation PCB design system for small and medium businesses. The new release comes with a host of improvements and extensions ranging from enhanced parts and net editing functionality, extended analysis capabilities for signal, power, and EMI, all the way through to new variant handling capabilities for distributed manufacturing.

eCADSTAR Libariy Editor: library parts can be locked for editing through concurrent users

The improvements of eCADSTAR’s parts and net editing functionality include the ability of locking library parts in eCADSTAR’s Library Editor to prevent other users concurrently working on a design from modifying parts or shared PIN assignments. Hyperlinks added to parts descriptions in the library provide direct access to datasheets from eCADSTAR’s PCB Editor, and a new Net/Bus Label tool enables the naming of multiple nets in one single operation.

A built-In Layout Viewer shows-the-exact-location of an error in the PCB design.

eCADSTAR Analysis Results Viewer: Text annotations can be added to simulation results.

The resolution of power integrity (PI) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) issues detected in eCADSSTAR’s integrated simulation tools is now supported by a new Layout Viewer that enables the visualization of identified errors directly in the PCB layout. Additionally, the visualization of simulation results has been enhanced with extended pan and zoom functionality and the ability to add text annotations to waveform results.

Enhancements on the manufacturing side comprise the ability to add variant text in PCB design that allows the definition of variants for different manufacturing sites (for example Europe, USA, and UK) within a master design. Automated batch exports of manufacturing data (photo, drill, ODB++, IPC-2581, IPC_D_356A, and PDF) can be set up in a user-friendly way through an enhanced scripting interface.

eCADSTAR is available both in permanent and time-based licensing options in a broad range of configurations to fit individual needs. To learn more, or to request an evaluation, please visit www.ecadstar.com/en/resource/evaluation/

About eCADSTAR

eCADSTAR is a modern, internet-connected 3D PCB Design software suite that combines the power of modern Electronic Design Automation (EDA) technology with the flexibility of the internet through a unified user interface and a centralized library that supports all PCB design stages from schematic and placement/routing through to manufacturing outputs. eCADSTAR helps ensure that electronic engineers and PCB designers achieve top-class designs through an easy-to-use integrated design experience.

To learn more, or to request an evaluation, please visit www.ecadstar.com/en/resource/evaluation/.

About Zuken

Zuken is a global software company delivering electrical and electronic design solutions. Founded in 1976, Zuken has a consistent track record of technology innovation and financial stability in the electronic and electrical design automation (EDA) industry. With its CR-8000 and E3.series product families, Zuken provides a robust lineup of system-level 2D/3D electrical and electronic toolsets complemented by comprehensive design data and configuration management capabilities.

Most recently, Zuken has embraced digital transformation and, more specifically, digital engineering as the way forward with its entry into the model-based systems engineering (MBSE) industry. Today, Zuken delivers world-class design solutions combining MBSE products and services with a mature, proven electrical and electronic design suite to address the needs of a broad range of industries across the globe.

For more information about the company and its products, visit www.zuken.com.

Heilind Offers L-com Wi-Fi 6/6e Antennas

WILMINGTON, MA, June 7, 2023 – Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for L-com and a premier distributor of electronic components worldwide, is now stocking the manufacturer’s Wi-Fi 6 and 6e Antenna Series.

L-com Portfolio of Antennas

Next generation Wi-Fi protocols require next-generation hardware. L-com Wi-Fi 6/6e high-performance Omnidirectional and Panel antennas operate in the 2400MHz to 7125 MHz bands (new 6 GHz band), increasing performance in demanding environments including inside buildings or densely populated areas.

UV protected and rated for outdoor use; L-com antennas allow for greater access in more places while maintaining low latency. The Wi-Fi 6/6e antennas are suited for 802.11ac and 802.11ax protocols as well as IoT, Zigbee, and Bluetooth.

Applications for L-com’s Wi-Fi 6/6e antennas include connected or self-driving cars, fleet management, logistics, HD video transmission, Wi-Fi hotspots, infotainment systems, routers, and more. Visit Heilind’s website to discover more information and shop available inventory of L-com Wi-Fi 6/6e antennas.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics, Inc. is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

For more information, visit www.heilind.com.

About L-com

Since 1982, L-com has specialized in wired, wireless, and specialty solutions that keep people connected. L-com’s portfolio includes cable assemblies, connectors, adapters, enclosures, surge protectors, and more. L-com is an Infinite Electronics brand.