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The ASC0402-10KFT10 from Welwyn Components (TT Electronics) is a surface-mount thick film resistor engineered for reliable operation in sulphur-bearing and harsh environments. Part of the ASC Series Anti-Sulphur Chip Resistors, this component is specifically designed to resist sulphide growth that can cause premature failure in standard resistors.

The C5750X7T2W105M250KE from TDK is a multilayer ceramic chip capacitor (MLCC) designed for high-voltage applications that require stable capacitance and compact packaging.

The SARA-R510M8S-00B from U-blox AG is an ultra-compact, highly secure LTE-M / NB-IoT cellular module with embedded GNSS and support for U-blox’s IoT Security-as-a-Service. Based on 3GPP Release 13, it is ideal for industrial IoT applications that require long battery life, robust security, and reliable connectivity even in challenging environments. 

Packaged in a tiny 96-pad LGA (16 × 26 mm) footprint and compliant with global bands, the SARA-R510M8S is designed for low-power, wide-area (LPWA) deployments including smart metering, asset tracking, healthcare, and predictive maintenance. 

The ADV7173KSTZ-REEL from Analog Devices is a high-performance digital video encoder that converts 4:2:2 YCrCb digital video into high-quality analog outputs, including NTSC, PAL, and SECAM formats. With six 10-bit DACs, programmable timing, and low-power CMOS architecture, this encoder delivers exceptional output quality for both consumer and industrial video applications. 

Supporting both square pixel and CCIR-601 formats, and packaged in a space-efficient 48-pin LQFP, the ADV7173 is ideal for FPGA- and DSP-based systems that require legacy video output without sacrificing flexibility. 

The TPS61252DSGR from Texas Instruments is a compact, high-efficiency 1.5-A boost converter designed for battery-powered systems that require stable and efficient voltage step-up.  

Operating from 2.3 V to 6.0 V, it supports output voltages up to 6.5 V and features a programmable input current limit, allowing designers to fine-tune current draw for both performance and system protection. 

With a 3.25 MHz switching frequency, integrated Power Good indicator, load disconnect, reverse current blocking, and ultra-low quiescent current, the TPS61252DSGR is optimised for portable applications such as USB-powered devices, low-power embedded systems, RF modules, audio products, and battery-operated consumer electronics. 

Let’s take a closer look at what makes this boost converter a reliable and efficient choice for modern power systems.