Press Releases
| April 2013 | HALO Announces New Isolation Modules for the Maxim® MAX13253 DC/DC IC Push/Pull DriverHALO is pleased to announce a new family of high efficiency DC/DC converter SMD isolation modules designed specifically for the Maxim MAX13253 push-pull driver. The TGM-H2xxV8LF series is available in 1.5KV isolation with operational insulation. The TGMR-H5xxV8LF series is footprint interchangeable providing 4.5KV isolation and reinforced insulation. All parts are ROHS Compliant and Lead Free as well as UL60950, EN60950 and DEMKO recognized. |
| December 2012 | HALO Electronics, Inc. Announces The Highest Density Transformer For Backplane ApplicationsHALO is pleased to announce our highest density addition to our “Backplane Transformer” series. This new part, HALO P/N TG110-BP10NYNLF can be used as a 4 port 10/100 or dual port Gigabit Ethernet backplane transformer. This new device is another example of HALO's leadership role in next generation magnetic solutions. |
| November 2012 | HALO Electronics Wins Jury Verdict in Patent Suit Against Pulse ElectronicsHALO Electronics announced today that it won a jury verdict on November 26, 2012 in a long-running patent dispute involving its proprietary package design for surface mount magnetic components. The jury found that defendants Pulse Electronics, Inc. and Pulse Electronics, Corp. willfully infringed three different HALO patents and ordered them to pay past damages. A future remedy of an injunction or an ongoing royalty will be addressed by the Court in the coming months |
| October2012 | Counterfeit HALO PartsIt has come to our attention that there are counterfeit HALO™ parts in the market. Without careful inspection, many of these parts may look as though they are actual HALO product. It is likely that the counterfeit parts will not meet the electrical specifications provided in HALO’s datasheets and will not be UL/EN60950 or DEMKO recognized. Because these parts are not licensed or authorized by HALO, they may also violate HALO’s patent and trademark rights. |
| April 2012 | HALO Electronics, Inc. to Expand our Relationship with Avnet Memec to the AmericasHALO is pleased to announce the expansion of our existing distribution agreement in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), with Avnet Memec Avnet Memec, a division of Avnet Electronics Marketing Americas, a business region of Avnet, Inc. |
| September 2011 | HALO Patent License AgreementsHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has entered into license agreements with four magnetics companies relating to HALO's patented surface mount package technology. The licensed companies include BEL FUSE, INC., ELEC and ELTEK (USA) CORPORATION, WURTH ELECTRONICS MIDCOM INC. and XFMRS INC. |
| June 2011 | HALO Announces The TGMR-5xxV6LF Series of 5KV Isolation SMD Transformers For The Maxim® MAX13256HALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce a new series of 5KV isolation, 6 pin SMD, transformers designed specifically for the Maxim MAX13256 H-bridge driver. The TGMR-5xxV6LF series provides the necessary ET constant, reinforced insulation and electrical performance required for a robust 5KV isolation DC/DC converter circuit. As with all HALO transformers, this new series is UL/EN60950 and DEMKO recognized. The TGMR-5xxV6LF series is also ROHS compliant and Lead Free. |
| March 2011 | HALO Electronics, Inc. A New Series Of SMD Shielded Power InductorsHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce a new series of miniature molded SMD power inductors. This new HPC series is designed for high efficiency applications such as disc drives, cell phones and other DC/DC filter applications where high current and small size are key. The unique construction offers not only magnetic shielding, but also a smaller footprint compared to similar current rated inductors in the market |
| October 2010 | HALO Electronics, Inc. Announces a new series of Isolation Transformers |
| June 2010 | HALO Expands Avnet Memec Relationship in EuropeHALO is pleased to announce an extended distribution agreement with Avnet Memec in Europe. This expansion now includes the UK, Austria, France, Italy, Iberia, Scandinavia, Benelux, the Baltic States, Eastern Europe, Turkey and Greece. |
| December 2009 | Introducing The GEmini+™ Industry’s Smallest POE+ TransformerHALO Electronics Inc. today announced the industry’s smallest IEEE802.3at compliant POE+ Ethernet transformer solution. The new GEmini+™ reduces the transformer real estate required by up 50%. |
| June 2009 | HALO Announces Industry’s Smallest Gigabit TransformerHALO Electronics Inc. is pleased to announce the industry’s smallest Gigabit Ethernet transformer solution. The new GEmini™ series reduces the transformer real estate required by up to 50%. This series is available in both commercial and industrial temperature ranges and is designed for traditional Gigabit Ethernet or Gigabit with Power Over Ethernet (POE) applications. As well, the dual nature of the GEmini™ series enables it to be used in high density dual port 10/100 Ethernet or dual port 10/100 with POE applications providing a significant reduction in real estate while reducing the component count. |
| February 2009 | HALO Announces Low Voltage Differential Signal (LVDS) Series of Fastjacks™HALO is pleased to announce a new series of Proprietary FastJacks™ for high speed LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling) applications. These integrated RJ-45 connectors contain the high speed isolation magnetics for LVDS applications requiring data rates up to 655Mbps as specified by EIA-644. |
| November 2008 | Halo Introduces Industry's First, 10/100 Industrial Ethernet Fastjacks™HALO Electronics announced a new family of 10/100 Industrial Ethernet FastJacks™ at Electronica 2008. HALO has integrated our proven discrete magnetic technology into this new series of connectors. Designed specifically for Industrial Ethernet applications, this proprietary technology provides superior common mode rejection (CMR) suggested by ODVA™ (the organization that supports network technologies built on the Common Industrial Protocol, www.odva.org) for surge and noise suppression. The circuits also contain the recommended ESD protection. |
| November 2008 | HALO is pleased to announce a new series of "Ultra Low Profile" 1x4 FastJacks™HALO introduced the industry's lowest profile integrated single port connector for Mini PCI applications in 2005. This new family of 1x4 connectors expands on our proven single port technology. Maintaining a maximum seated height of 9.5mm, this series is ideal for high density AMC 2.0 and PMC mezzanine applications. Available in 10BASE-T, 10/100, 10/100 w/POE and Gigabit circuits. |
| September 2008 | HALO Announces MOST50 Transformer SolutionsHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce our new series of 50Mbps Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST®) Transformers. This series has been designed specifically for the SMSC MOST50 Intelligent Network Interface Controller (INIC). |
| March 2008 | HALO Announces a New Series of PoE+, 30 Watt Flyback Transformers Designed Specifically for the New Akros Silicon AS1135 PD ControllerThe Akros A1135 controller chip is the first IC to meet the proposed IEEE802.3at standard for higher power PoE PD applications. HALO is pleased to be a transformer partner with Akros Silicon. |
| July 2007 | HALO Introduces a Full Series of Power Over Ethernet (POE) Power TransformersHALO is pleased to announce a full line of standard and non-standard Power Transformers for flyback and forward DC/DC converters used in Power Over Ethernet (POE) applications. |
| July 2007 | HALO Electronics Inc. Selected as the Exclusive Distributor for Pro-Tek5 Systems Ltd. ProductsHALO is pleased to announce an exclusive relationship with Pro-Tek5 Systems Ltd., an Ethernet cabling system equipment manufacturer. |
| June 2007 | HALO Electronics Inc. Introduces Low Profile Fastjack™HALO is proud to introduce our new line of Low Profile FastJack™ Ethernet connectors for applications with component heights that preclude the use of standard magnetic jacks. |
| January 2006 | HALO Announces 3kVrms Isolation Transformers Designed Specifically for T.I. ISO721/722 ApplicationsHALO is pleased to announce a new series of 3kVrms isolation transformers for Texas Instruments' high speed digital isolators. |
| September 2005 | HALO Electronics, Inc. Introduces a new 3 Watt DC/DC Converter Isolation Transformer for use with the Maxim MAX256™HALO is pleased to announce a new series of 3 Watt isolation transformers designed specifically for the Maxim MAX256™ controller and H-Bridge driver.. |
| December 2004 | HALO Announces A New Series Of GR1089 Ethernet FastJacks™Bellcore GR 1089 intra-building lightning strike protection is now required on Ethernet ports within Telecommunications equipment at RBOCs (Regional Bell Operating Companies) in the United States demanding Telcordia compliance. HALO is pleased to announce our new series of GR1089 lightning strike protected GR-FastJack™ integrated 10/100 Ethernet connectors. |
| October 2004 | HALO Announces A Full Line of Vertical FastJacks™This new vertical or "Top Entry" family utilizes our enhanced contact design that provides unsurpassed reliability in critical applications. |
| February 2004 | HALO Announces SIP Telepro™HALO is pleased to announce now the new SIP Tele-Pro™ series of high density T1/E1 modules. |
| December 2003 | HALO Develops Low Cost, Hi-Performance, Gigabit Magnetic Solutions for Cicada SimpliPHY™ Products.HALO Electronics, Inc is pleased to announce a new series of discrete magnetics as well as FastJack™ integrated connectors. |
| September 2003 | HALO Electronics, Inc. Announces the Highest Density Ethernet Transformer Solutions For Backplane ApplicationsHALO is pleased to announce the introduction of a new series of 10/100 and Gigabit Ethernet backplane transformers. |
| June 2002 | HALO introduces New FastJacks™ and Telejacks™HALO is pleased to announce new versions of their RJ45 jacks with integrated magnetics... |
| February 2002 | HALO Develops a Complete line of VoIP 10/100 Isolation ModulesHALO has developed the most complete line of IEEE802.3af compliant 10/100BASE-TX magnetics for Voice over IP and remote power applications... |
| November 2001 | HALO ADSL Transformers Approved in Globespan FourtePlus™ ApplicationsHALO Electronics is pleased to announce that HALO part number TGSSP-DSL48EP has been approved by Globespan... |
| August 2001 | HALO Develops the Industry's First Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet SolutionsHALO is pleased to announce the industry's first Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet magnetic solutions. This IEEE802.3 compliant family is available in both low cost and high performance versions... |
| February 2001 | The Industry's Highest Density Quad Port T1/E1 MagneticsThe Mini-Octal™ Series is another "HALO first" providing four ports of 1.5kV isolation magnetics in a compact 32 pin package. This new family of product is the industry's smallest T1/E1 solution for real estate sensitive applications requiring the highest density... |
| January 2001 | Industry's First "Extended Temperature Range" Miniature 10/100 Magnetic SolutionToday HALO is pleased to announce the E-Ultra™ which is the industry's first "extended temperature range" miniature solution. This high performance device is footprint interchangeable with our original Ultra™ series... |
| December 2000 | HALO Electronics Introduces the 6Pack™HALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce the industry's first 6 port 10/100BASE-TX transformer module... |
| June 2000 | HALO Reinforced Insulation receives Safety CertificationHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce the safety recognition for all TG, TGM and TGR reinforced insulation toroidal transformers to UL1950, IEC950 and EN60950... |
| May 2000 | Tele-Pro™Today, during their International Sales Meeting, HALO unveiled their newest series of industry leading SMD telecom products... |
| November 1999 | NM5 Series of Dual Port T1/E1 MagneticsHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce the industry's smallest T1/E1 dual port solution for high density, telecom applications... |
| May 1999 | 4.5kV Isolation Ethernet MagneticsHALO Electronics, Inc. is pleased to announce the industry's first 4.5kV isolation 10BASE-T Ethernet modules... |
| April 1998 | Ultra™ Miniature 10/100BASE-TXHALO is pleased to announce the industry's first miniature SMD 10/100BASE-TX magnetic solution for real estate sensitive applications... |
| May 1997 | Three Industry Leaders Unite to Forge High Density T1/E1 Design SolutionLevel One Communications, TranSwitch Corporation, and HALO Electronics Provide A Multi-Port Board Design That Will Give OEMs a Leading Edge... |
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