Electromagnetics

Magnetron Leader CPI Electron Devices Now Part of TransDigm 

CPI Electron Device Businesss is the new name for one of the world’s largest producers of magnetrons and a prolific developer of electromagnetic systems for aerospace and defense markets, as a result of its acquisition by TransDigm from Communications & Power Industries. Before it was spun out from CPI in mid-2024 and acquired by TransDigm for about $1.385 billion, it was formerly the Electron Device Business of Varian Associates and has long been a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems including radio frequency and microwave products. Now CPI-EDB operates as one of the more than 50 companies owned by Transdigm which primarily provide aircraft components for commercial and military fleets around the world.  […]

e-Power Technology

TDK prepares for the age of Artificial Intelligence at electronica 2024 

The Tokyo-based TDK Corporation, one of the world leaders in electronic solutions for the smart society, is positioning itself for the age of artificial intelligence. The company expects rapid growth revolving around this new technology in the coming decade and is aligning its innovation and business strategy accordingly. Moreover, the company sees further global megatrends in green transformation and the ongoing digital transformation. […]

Electromagnetics

Abracon Boosts EMI Suppression with High Frequency Ferrite Beads, Continuing Its Accelerated Product Development Efforts 

A new series of high frequency ferrite beads from Abracon are designed to meet the growing demands of high-speed electronic systems requiring greater EMI suppression across a wide frequency range. They can be an attractive […]

Electromagnetics

Bourns Engineers Planar Signal Transformer for Managing EV Batteries, Adds Inductor for Charging 

Bourns has developed what it says is the industry’s first planar signal transformer for battery management systems, meeting the need for planar technology that can provide reliable and safe communication in a growing group of high voltage electric vehicle and other high energy storage systems. In another recent product introduction, the manufacturer of electronic components for power, protection and sensing solutions has developed a compact new power inductor with a metal alloy powder core and low magnetic field radiation for EV battery charging.  […]

Magnetics/Assemblies

Bel Fuse Grows Magnetics Portfolio at Signal Transformer, Plans to Acquire Enercon Technologies for $400M  

The Bel group, known widely by its flagship company Bel Fuse, is making several growth moves that include expansion of the magnetic products portfolio at Signal Transformer, and plans to acquire electronics manufacturer Enercon Technologies in a deal valued at $400 million.  […]