Nichicon and Epishine Launch Self-Charging Battery – A Disruptive Power Solution for IoT Devices


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Nichicon, a global leader in energy storage manufacturing, and Epishine, a Swedish pioneer in printed organic solar cells, are proud to announce the launch of SCB-EpNi-2500-000400, a groundbreaking self-charging battery solution. This innovative power module combines Nichicon’s cutting-edge LTO batteries with Epishine’s ultra-thin, flexible organic solar cells, optimized for indoor light, to deliver a plug-and-play […]

Worldwide Launch of the Epishine OneCell


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Swedish Epishine is launching its second revolutionary product to the market. Following their previous solar cells, the new OneCell has the same market-leading high performance in low-light, but with an added focus on design.  Today, the majority of sensors and low-power electronics rely on disposable batteries, resulting in a higher environmental impact and increased maintenance […]

MClimate’s Maintenance Free Wireless Thermostat Powered By Organic Indoor Solar Cells From Epishine and LoRaWAN


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Smart buildings top industry player MClimate launches a wireless thermostat self-powered by Epishine’s indoor solar cell with leading performance in indoor light. The sensor measures temperature, movement, humidity, and lux all while being maintenance-free. The global trend towards digitalization and the widespread use of connected devices has led to a surge in the number of […]

SM141K04L – 4-Cell Monocrystalline Solar Cell for Handheld Applications


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The SM141K04L from Anysolar is a Monocrystalline Solar Cell that consists of 4 cells. It provides an output voltage of 2.23 V and an output current of 55.1 mA. This solar cell is manufactured using monocrystalline Silicon technology and has a cell efficiency of 25%, thereby allowing it to operate even under low-light conditions while offering […]

Eliminate the need for disposable batteries with an indoor light power


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Epishine has developed a solar cell optimized for indoor use. The light energy harvesting (LEH) modules are optimized to convert light from indoor lighting into enough energy to power small electronic devices. The LEH module is only 0.2mm thick, making it straightforward to fit into different devices without adding thickness to it. The module also […]

ELSYS is launching ERS Eco, a battery-free sensor line powered by Epishine’s indoor solar cells.


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Industry leading LoRaWAN sensor provider ELSYS is launching their first battery-free products using Epishine’s indoor light energy harvesting solution. The environmentally friendly sensor line is launching two sensor types called ERS Eco and ERS Eco CO2. They are entirely powered by Epishine’s indoor solar cells and are made from biodegradable materials. “We are incredibly excited […]

BCS Series Low Illumination Film Solar Cells


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TDK’s BCS series solar cells can be customized according to various shapes and applications TDK’s BCS series are thin, lightweight, and flexible solar cells offering high power generation efficiency under fluorescent and LED light sources. The cells are made of amorphous silicon film substrate, and designs can be customized according to various shapes and applications. […]

Solliance sets records for perovskite solar cells at 29.2 per cent


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4T tandem perovskite silicon solar cells reach a record efficiency of 29.2 percent. [via] The European Solliance research group continues to set records for the efficiency of tandem perovskite solar cells using silicon and CIGS. Increasing the efficiency of low-cost perovskite solar cells is a key way of boosting renewable energy production. Combining the perovskite […]

Ricoh Electronic Devices Company R1810 600nA IQ Boost DC/DC Converters


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Ricoh Electronic Devices Company R1810 600nA IQ Boost DC/DC Converters are boost DC/DC converters featuring a typical start-up voltage of 0.35V. Ricoh R1810 is designed for electrical power storage devices, especially 1-cell photovoltaic (PV) energy harvesters. The R1810 can start up with 9µW, making it ideal for charging a 1-cell PV element. R1810 can be […]

Active Rectifier Controller with Reverse Protection for Battery and Solar cell


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This demonstration circuit is an active rectifier with reverse protection for batteries in automotive applications. The project is designed for 5A load current. Two clamping diodes, D1 and D2, are used on the board to protect the IC from overvoltage spikes at the input. The input supply range is 12V to 24V.  The active rectifier […]