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Light with precision: IC LEDs from Würth Elektronik set new standards

LEDs with intelligent control

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Würth Elektronik introduces new lead-free components implementing the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU

Focus on RoHS-compliant components

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When technology meets passion: the open source smartwatch from OV Tech powered by ADVANCED.hdi

ADVANCED.hdi PCBs

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Trans-Inductor Voltage Regulators outperform traditional Multi-Phase Voltage Regulators


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Sustainability in electronics: How recyclable printed circuit boards are revolutionizing the industry

Recyclable PCBs

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Sulfur-resistant thick-film resistors


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How to Find an Innovative Employer?


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How Long-Term Partnerships Ensure a Smooth Logistical Supply Chain


Sustainability and Electric Energy

Powering the Future


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EMC Guidelines and Regulations


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What is a Radio Protocol?

Speak and yet understand nothing?

Speak and yet understand nothing?

What is a Radio Protocol?

A radio protocol is a communication protocol for digital data transmission using electromagnetic waves.

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05.02.22
Reading time: 15 Min.
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Micro Switches – The Tipping Point of Your Design

Micro Switches – The Tipping Point of Your Design

Certain types of micros switches are very commonly used in your average computer mouse. Every click of the button activates the switch to send a signal to your processor to create an action on the screen. You can also find

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05.02.22
Reading time: 8 Min.
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What does RoHS stand for again?

Background information to the RoHS directive

Background information to the RoHS directive

What does RoHS stand for again?

On July 22, 2019 the latest revision of the 2015 RoHS Directive came into force.

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05.02.22
Reading time: 8 Min.
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EMC Basics: Clamp-on Ferrites

Welcome to the fifth and final installment of our comprehensive blog series on EMC basics!

Welcome to the fifth and final installment of our comprehensive blog series on EMC basics!

EMC Basics: Clamp-on Ferrites

Today, we will talk about using clamp-on ferrites to combat unwanted noise.

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04.02.22
Reading time: 11 Min.
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A connection for life: Crimping part 2

Best crimping results with tools from Würth Elektronik

Best crimping results with tools from Würth Elektronik

A connection for life: Crimping part 2

In this part 2 we will delve deeper to help those who order parts and tools from Würth Elektronik achieve the best crimping results.

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03.02.22
Reading time: 8 Min.
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WE Partner and WE Trust in Distribution

The word ‘distribution’ has many meanings.

The word ‘distribution’ has many meanings.

WE Partner and WE Trust in Distribution

Würth Elektronik values and believes in distribution. As a manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components, it is essential that we have distribution partners. The values mentioned above spotlight how and why we partner with our distributors.

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03.02.22
Reading time: 5 Min.
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Tactile Switches – A Touch to Start the World

Performance stable and durable

Performance stable and durable

Tactile Switches – A Touch to Start the World

Switches are an important mechanical part of most electronic applications.

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02.02.22
Reading time: 5 Min.
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How to Design Gate Drivers for SiC MOSFETs

And what is there to consider?

And what is there to consider?

How to Design Gate Drivers for SiC MOSFETs

Gate drive requirements are becoming increasingly demanding

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02.02.22
Reading time: 10 Min.
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Ethernet for Harsh Industrial Applications Requires Special Connectors

Industry 4.0, Smart Factory and IoT

Industry 4.0, Smart Factory and IoT

Ethernet for Harsh Industrial Applications Requires Special Connectors

In modern mechanical and plant engineering, everything is about data transfer

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02.02.22
Reading time: 8 Min.
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Addressing Connection Concerns with the Increased Use of Antennas

Addressing Connection Concerns with the Increased Use of Antennas

The increase in wireless IoT applications has forced many component manufacturers to retool some commonly used parts, including antennas.

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02.02.22
Reading time: 5 Min.
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From the Sun to Batteries: LT8491, DC2703-A-KIT

No Energy at Night?

No Energy at Night?

From the Sun to Batteries: LT8491, DC2703-A-KIT

Nowadays, energy from solar panels proves to be efficient enough to power buildings, street lighting and parking meters

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02.02.22
Reading time: 8 Min.
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Improved Connection: Single Pair Ethernet

SPE in focus

SPE in focus

Improved Connection: Single Pair Ethernet

Innovation never stops, and with new developments the next level of communication is born with Single Pair Ethernet.

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02.02.22
Reading time: 4 Min.
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A Connection for Life: Crimping Part 1

Crimping is often used for the creation of electrical connections.

Crimping is often used for the creation of electrical connections.

A Connection for Life: Crimping Part 1

In this two-part blog series, we will explain the technique and process in more detail and will answer some key questions.

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01.02.22
Reading time: 12 Min.
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Coaxial Connectors: Prep for Landing

Coaxial Connectors: Prep for Landing

Our world runs on the ability to transmit data through the air or through a conductor. Coaxial products allow us to perform a smooth transition in the most efficient way, by matching system characteristics.

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11.01.22
Reading time: 3 Min.
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EMC Basics: Common Mode Versus Differential Noise

Welcome to the fourth installment in our five-blog series on EMC basics!

Welcome to the fourth installment in our five-blog series on EMC basics!

EMC Basics: Common Mode Versus Differential Noise

Today, we will talk about the difference between common mode and differential noise in EMC and how to combat them.

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06.01.22
Reading time: 19 Min.