Other hardware and tools

16g/80g dual-range IMU with edge processing brings advanced sports monitoring to affordable wearables to “train like a pro!”. ST’s innovative LSM6DSV80X combines two accelerometer structures for 16 g and 80 g full-scale sensing, a gyroscope up 4000 dps, and embedded intelligence in a single component. Capable of measuring events ranging from slight movements to intense impacts with equal accuracy, the new sensor enables enhanced features in devices such as wearables and sports trackers. ST’s new MEMS sensor is set to redefine standards and expectations in markets for consumer and specialist wearables. By incorporating the LSM6DSV80X personal electronic devices can provide advanced capabilities such as training analysis and performance benchmarking to help athletes improve their technique. While the low-g accelerometer tracks and identifies activities like walking, running, and gesture-based interactions, high-g measurement handles energetic movements that can saturate conventional IMUs

Developing context-aware applications with MEMS sensors is faster, more powerful, and more flexible with ST’s latest-generation sensor evaluation board, the STEVAL-MKI109D. Now upgraded with an STM32H5 microcontroller, USB-C connector, and extra digital interfaces including I3C for flexible communication, the new board lets users quickly evaluate sensors and confidently handle demanding projects. Engineers unveiled the STEVAL-MKI109D during a live tech lab, showing how to simply plug in a sensor module, connect a PC, and start analyzing data in ST MEMS-Studio. Using this all-in-one graphical environment, developers can visualize the sensor output, quickly fine-tune settings, configure features, and exercise the AI capabilities of ST sensors with a machine-learning core (MLC) and intelligent sensor processing unit (ISPU) inside. The tool provides advanced functions including power monitoring and supply voltage management that help optimize energy consumption and debugging. ST’s MEMS por

ST is making it easier to explore creative applications for contactless near-field communication (NFC) technology with a novel development kit featuring the new ST25R200 reader/writer IC. ST’s latest-generation ST25R200 NFC transceiver combines an advanced design for strong and clear wireless connections with low power consumption and controls for signal quality and power management. The STEVAL-25R200SA kit for reader evaluation contains an ultra-compact ST25R200 board, ready for power-up, and multiple antennas that let users try single, dual, and flexible designs. The evaluation kit is complete with a 50-Ohm antenna interface and programmable tags. This modular kit helps quickly build proof-of-concept models to demonstrate convenient short-range wireless communications for device pairing, configuring settings, or product authentication to ensure brand protection. The main board and antennas are NFC-certified and suitable for diverse industrial, consumer, and health technologies, such

The VNH9030AQ integrated full-bridge DC motor driver handles diverse automotive uses including functional-safety applications. As well as integrating advanced diagnostics, the driver has a dedicated pin for real-time output status that saves external circuitry and slims the bill of materials. With RDS(on) of 30mΩ per leg, the VNH9030AQ efficiently handles mid- and low-power DC motor driven applications such as door-control modules, washer pumps, powered lift gates, powered trunks, and seat adjusters. Contributing to the driver’s high overall efficiency, and saving external components, integrated non-dissipative current-sense circuitry monitors the current flowing through the device to distinguish each motor phase. The standby power consumption is very low over the full operating temperature range, easing use in zonal controller platforms. The VNH9030AQ integrates the high-side and low-side MOSFETs with gate drivers, diagnostics, and protection against overvoltage transients, undervolta

ST has introduced an IO-Link reference design for industrial beacons and home-appliance alarms, delivered ready-to-use as a fully built board complete with protocol stack and application software. The EVLIOL4LSV1 board leverages ST’s L6364Q dual-channel IO-Link transceiver to handle communications and the IPS4260L intelligent low-side power switch for driving the indicator lights. The board can be directly connected to signaling systems such as smart tower lights used in factory automation, funnel material alarms for quantity-remaining or urgency-level awareness, and other system warnings. It also provides a fast way to test the IPS4260L and L6364Q ICs and has a 4-pin M12 connector for an IO-LINK master and a 5-pin SWD connector for programming. An STM32G071CB microcontroller, which hosts the ST proprietary IO-Link demo stack and the application software, handles system control and diagnostics, communicating with the transceiver and low-side switch. The L6364Q transceiver is fully prot

Accelerating the design of gallium-nitride (GaN) power supplies (PSUs) that deliver superior efficiency and power density, STMicroelectronics has launched the EVL250WMG1L resonant-converter reference design based on the MasterGaN1L System-in-Package (SiP). ST’s MasterGaN SiPs combine GaN power transistors with gate drivers specially optimized to ensure fast and perfectly controlled switching. Using these SiPs in place of an equivalent network of discrete components helps maximize performance and reliability while also accelerating design and saving PCB space. The new reference design targets industrial applications where space is limited and efficiency is critical. Combining the MasterGaN1L, which contains two 650V 150mΩ GaN FETs, with ST’s L6599A resonant controller, the PSU achieves peak efficiency over 94% and operates without heatsinks on the primary side. Also leveraging ST’s SRK2001A synchronous-rectification controller, the unit has a compact overall footprint of 80mm x 50mm and

ST has revealed a flexible power-management IC for highly integrated processors like Stellar automotive microcontrollers that lets users program the power-up sequence and fine-tune output voltages and current ranges to fulfill system requirements. The SPSB100 can be used throughout vehicles, in zonal control unit (ZCU), vehicle control platform (VCP), body control (BCM), and gateway modules. The SPSB100, with three switched-mode buck converters and two linear voltage regulators (LDOs), supplies the voltage rails required for the system microcontroller and can power external peripheral loads and sensors. Additionally, there are two wake-up inputs and advanced failsafe functionalities. An internal boost controller stabilizes the power during transients such as cold-cranking pulses, start/stop operation, and weak battery conditions. All the SPSB100 buck converters have overcurrent detection and current limiting for safety, with built-in soft start to prevent excessive inrush currents. Two

ST’ L99MH98 8-channel gate driver brings patented features for building automotive motor drives without sensing resistors, reducing power dissipation and the bill of materials. The L99MH98 can drive four external full bridges, eight half bridges or single high-side/low-side powering mechanisms such as seat-position adjusters, window lifters, sunroofs, pumps, seatbelt pretensioners, and other actuators. The L99MH98 can also drive resistive loads such as heaters, and the internal circuitry contains a charge pump whose output can control a reverse-battery protection MOSFET. While the drivers can control both logic-level and standard-level MOSFETs, extended gate current capability, programmable up to 120mA, permits driving large numbers of external MOSFETs. Three-stage gate control, which applies the gate signal in three steps, helps to minimize electromagnetic emissions. Designed to provide each MOSFET’s drain-source voltage (VDS) to an analog-digital converter (ADC), the L99MH98 leverage

TS3121 and TS3121A rail-to-rail, open-drain, single channel comparators feature a novel failsafe architecture and guaranteed start-up time that simplify powering up for short periods to minimize consumption in low-power applications. Ideal for use in industrial controls, building automation, power tools, smart metering, as well as in automotive powertrain and body-control modules. The failsafe architecture allows analog sensor voltages to remain at the inputs when the supply voltage is cut, which ensures robust performance and helps simplify application firmware. The guaranteed start-up time allows frequent power cycling with extended off duration for maximum power savings. Inspired by industrial robots that use sensors running from a back-up battery to maintain positional awareness while the main system turns off saving power, these comparators fulfill diverse automation applications. Also featuring independent supply, I/O, and output voltage domains that allow flexible level shi

ST has introduced 40V STripFET F8 MOSFETs with standard threshold voltage (VGS(th)), combining the advantages of the enhanced trench gate technology with superior noise immunity for applications with non-logic-level control. The industrial-grade STL300N4F8 and automotive-grade STL305N4F8AG MOSFETs have a drain current rating above 300A and maximum RDS(on) of 1mΩ, permitting outstanding efficiency in high-power applications. Enhancing dynamic performance, the total gate charge of 65nC (typical) with low device capacitances (Ciss, Crss) ensure minimal losses at high switching frequency. The MOSFET body diode assists efficiency and reliability with low forward voltage and fast reverse recovery. With the new device series, designers can take advantage of ST’s latest STripFET F8 technology in power supplies, converters, and motor drives of equipment like cordless appliances and industrial tools. The MOSFETs’ efficiency extends runtime per battery charge and reduces heat dissipation allowing

The new version of Secure Manager for STM32H5 is now available, offering significant security improvements and new features that are highly beneficial for developers. Key benefits of secure manager V1.2.0 Enhanced security: significant improvements to make applications more resilient against threats Third-party security services: new support from ST partner, ProvenRun, offering standard and premium support, optional professional services, and more Footprint optimizations: increased maximum allowed application size AES GCM multipart support: improved encryption capabilities Improved debug capabilities: enhanced tools for better debugging How secure manager V1.2.0 enhances security Security within an MCU or MPU application is complex and costly. The new European Cyber Resilience Act mandates that every digital object must focus on cybersecurity. Secure Manager V1.2.0 addresses these requirements seamlessly: Security by design: high security service design maintained and corrected by S

Accelerating development of compact and reliable fans and pumps built with energy-efficient motors, STMicroelectronics has introduced the PWD5T60 three-phase driver with a ready-to-use evaluation board that supports flexible control strategies. Suited to applications up to 500V, the PWD5T60 integrates a gate driver and six power MOSFETs with RDS(ON) of 1.38Ω, enabling the device to achieve an outstanding energy to area rating. Zero-drop bootstrap diodes are also built-in, requiring minimal external components to complete the circuit in only 30% of the board area of an equivalent driver built with discrete components. The propagation delays of high-side and low-side MOSFETs are closely matched, which eliminates cycle distortion and maximizes flexibility to set the operating frequency for optimum response and energy efficiency. The EVLPWD-FAN-PUMP evaluation board, released at the same time, helps developers quickly explore the value this driver can deliver in projects up to 100W. The bo

The ST25TA-E NFC tag IC increases the integrity of digital product passports and blockchain-driven solutions by implementing a state-of-the-art on-chip digital signature mechanism, TruST25™ Edge.     Using elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) and running on a sophisticated asymmetric cryptographic engine within the ST25TA-E, this new on-chip signature ensures the authenticity of an attached physical object. By integrating on-chip and external digital signature mechanisms, the ST25TA-E NFC tag delivers robust protection against falsification and unauthorized market activities, while also expanding possibilities for consumer engagement. The ST25TA-E is tailored to meet the high standards of premium brands and is especially suited for safeguarding high-end merchandise like luxury apparel and accessories, artwork, or any goods requiring a digital certificate. Tapping with an NFC-enabled smartphone can trace the product's full supply chain journey to verify the provenance of eac

The new VL53L4ED single-zone Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor has an extended operating temperature range from -40°C to 105°C. Ready for harsh environments, the VL53L4ED enhances proximity detection and ranging under high ambient light conditions in applications such as industrial tools, smart-factory equipment, robot guidance systems, outdoor lighting controls, and security systems. Expanding ST’s VL53L4 family of direct-ToF sensors, the VL53L4ED integrates a laser emitter and a single-photon avalanche-diode (SPAD) detector array in a convenient all-in-one module which ensures reliable measurement even in extreme temperature conditions. The next-generation laser provides enhanced performance in high ambient light environments and excellent short-distance ranging accuracy. In addition, the sensors embed a processor that allows power-saving autonomous operation and lowers demand for host-system resources. ST’s new ToF sensor provides high-accuracy distance measurement to objects up to 1

STPOWER MDmesh DM9 AG automotive-grade 600V/650V super-junction MOSFETs deliver high efficiency and ruggedness for on-board chargers and DC/DC converters in both hard- and soft-switching topologies.  The standout feature of the MDmesh DM9 AG series is its RDS(on) per die area coupled with a minimal gate charge. This combination leads to lower energy losses and superior switching performance, setting a new benchmark figure of merit. The latest technology in the series ensures a tighter gate-source threshold voltage (VGS(th)) spread, which sharpens the switching capabilities of the MOSFETs, resulting in lower turn-on and turn-off losses. Moreover, these devices offer improved body-diode reverse recovery characteristics, thanks to a new optimized process that not only enhances the reverse recovery but also increases the MOSFETs' overall ruggedness. The diode's low reverse-recovery charge (Qrr) and fast recovery time (trr) position the MDmesh DM9 AG series as an ideal choice for phase

The ST60A3H0 and ST60A3H1 offer a new wireless solution to replace cables in electronic devices. These transceivers remove the need for cables and connectors in consumer and industrial applications.  The ST60A3H0 and ST60A3H1 are cost-effective, enabling designers to create products with slim, stylish cases that are water-resistant and support wireless docking. They feature self-discovery for instant connection, eliminating the need for manual pairing, and their low power consumption preserves battery runtime. Operating in the 60GHz V-band, these transceivers offer multiple connectivity options including eUSB2, I2C, SPI, UART, and GPIO tunneling. Energy efficiency is a key attribute, with the transceivers using only 130mW in eUSB rx/tx mode and 90mW for other modes, alongside a 23µW shutdown mode. They support high-speed data exchange up to 480Mbit/s, aligning with USB 2.0 High Speed specifications, ensuring fast and responsive wireless connections. The ST60A3H1 model includes an

The latest-generation VL53L8CX 8×8 multizone Time-of-Flight ranging sensor delivers a range of improvements, including greater ambient-light immunity, lower power consumption, and enhanced optics.  ​ ST’s direct-ToF sensors combine a 940 nm vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL), a multizone SPAD (single-photon avalanche diode) detector array, and an optical system comprising filters and diffractive optical elements (DOE) in an all-in-one module that outperforms conventional micro lenses typically used with similar alternative sensors. The sensor projects a wide square field of view of 45° x 45° (65° diagonal) and receives reflected light to calculate the distance of objects up to 400 cm away, across 64 independent zones, and up to 30 captures per second. The new VL53L8CX boosts ranging performance with a new-generation VCSEL and advanced silicon-based meta-optics. Compared with the current VL53L5CX, the enhancements increase immunity to interference from ambient ligh