The connected drug delivery system is radically changing the way services are being delivered to patients. Learn how Littelfuse helps connect healthcare products to accelerate product innovation, enhance product design, and improve efficiency while driving down the cost.
Healthcare is undergoing a digital transformation. Driven by advances in science and technology, the healthcare of our parents’ generation is being replaced by an influx of new devices: auto injectors/pens, wearable infusion devices, continuous glucose monitors, smart watches, fitness trackers and other systems promise a better future by using data, artificial intelligence, and genetic markers. The result is an improved user experience, more accurate diagnoses, and less invasive treatments for improved patient outcome.
Given the market size and growth potential, competition will be fierce and innovation fast-paced, as medical & pharmaceutical companies race to capture market share and establish dominance in segments such as drug delivery, diagnostics, and remote monitoring.
Littelfuse is a leading supplier for ultra-minature switches, magnetic sensing and circuit protection devices for connected drug delivery devices.
The NanoT series nano size tactile switch is the smallest ever, available in top actuated and side actuated version, the latest being available in full SMT or PIP for a stronger shear resistance.
C&K's FDSE series, the latest addition to the detect switch family, offers a remarkable miniature package size which enables applications that demand angled detection. Designed for PCB mounting, its typical uses span consumer electronics and medical devices.
Advanced medical systems demand high reliability for switching functions. With superior sealing, reliability, and testing, KSC Series switches excel in performing multiple functions across various medical systems. Their resistance to steam cleaning and exceptional tactile feedback render the KSC Series a distinctive solution for surgical tools.
eFuse offers power path protection functions, including current limiting, overvoltage protection, inrush current protection, and overtemperature protection, complemented by real-time diagnostics.
The new Load Switch IC Series supports an extended battery lifetime for mobile and wearable products by providing low power consumption and power savings with easy-to-power on/off control. Their package’s chip-scale form factor provides space savings while integrating multiple functions, such as slew rate control, true reverse current blocking, and quick output discharging.
Zener diodes, crafted using proprietary silicon avalanche technology, safeguard each I/O pin, offering a high level of protection for electronic equipment susceptible to destructive electrostatic discharges (ESD). These robust diodes can effectively absorb repetitive ESD strikes at ±30kV (contact discharge, IEC 61000-4-2) without any degradation in performance. Furthermore, each diode can safely dissipate 5A of 8/20µs surge current (IEC61000-4-5) with minimal clamping voltages.
The SP1005 incorporates back-to-back Zener diodes, manufactured using proprietary silicon avalanche technology to safeguard electronic equipment susceptible to destructive electrostatic discharges (ESD). These durable diodes can effectively absorb repetitive ESD strikes surpassing the maximum level outlined in the IEC61000-4-2 international standard (Level 4, ±8kV contact discharge) without compromising performance. The back-to-back configuration ensures symmetrical ESD protection for data lines, even in the presence of AC signals.
Littelfuse Low Rho Surface Mount PPTC (Polymer Positive Temperature Coefficient) devices offer overcurrent protection tailored for applications requiring ultra-low internal resistance, minimal voltage drop, and automatic resettable protection. This new series enables higher hold current capability in a smaller form factor and lower profile compared to standard PPTC devices. It maintains ultra-low internal resistance while upholding the high electrical characteristics and performance standards of standard PPTC products. All devices are UL recognized and TUV-approved, with a maximum fault current of 50A. Available in sizes ranging from 0402 to 2920, with hold current spans from 100mA to 9A.
Learn more about the drug delivery device ecosystem and how Littelfuse's latest products are increasing functionality.