Intended to fit inside the end of industrial data cables, Maxim has unveiled a dual IO-Link transceiver that includes a dc-dc converter and surge – claiming it to be both the smallest and most power-efficient available. Called MAX2251, the buck regulator supplies up to 300mA of load current and has an adjustable output from 2.5V ...

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