ORLANDO, Fla. – March 22, 2023 – Brightworks Technology, Inc., a global leader in AC/DC power solutions and Contract Manufacturing Services (CMS) to OEMs worldwide, announced at APEC 2023 an initial design win for its new GSD family of external power adapters with Airdrop Gaming of Holland, Michigan.
“We selected the GSD60 to power our new Audio Radar game console with Adaptive 7.1 Surround Vision Technology. This decision was based on the adapter’s compact size and sleek look that is compatible with our overall industrial design and for its high efficiency and low standby current,” noted Timothy Murphy, CEO of Airdrop Gaming. “International regulatory and environmental standards also factored into our decision-making process. The fact that these power supplies will be shipping in volumes from Vietnam also provided us a hedge against tariffs imposed on Chinese supplies.”
The GSD models feature precise regulated single-output voltage selection of 12, 19, 24 or 48 VDC. In addition, they adhere to RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, including the amendment 2015/863/EU REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. The compact external power supplies also feature:
- Small form factor 1.26”H x 2.17″W x 4.67L” (32mm x 55mm x 118.5mm)
- Wide Universal AC input
- .13W Standby Power typical at 115VAC Open Load Condition
- Full protection for Input UVP, Output OVP, OCP, SCP and OTP
“Audio Radar enables deaf and hard-of-hearing players to see directional sound events, such as footsteps, vehicles, airplanes and other sounds. The LED-based technology helps level the playing field and amplify equity for all. Audio Radar isn’t only designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing users; it also enhances gamers’ current sound systems to another dimension in gameplay – whether your current sound system isn’t sufficient or when you’re forced to play at zero volume,” commented Murphy.
“We’re pleased to provide support for Airdrop’s gaming marketplace with their revolutionary ‘See the Sound’ Audio Radar system. Our recently introduced GSD series is an ideal match for their requirements, and we’re delighted to collaborate with Airdrop’s creative engineering and product team,” noted Robert L. Carl, President of Brightworks Technology, Inc.
Samples of the GSD60 power supply models are available now upon request, with production in 8 to 12 weeks ARO. For more information, visit Brightworks at: www.brightworks-usa.com.
About Brightworks Technology, Inc.
Headquartered in San Marcos (San Diego) Calif., Brightworks Technology, Inc. is a subsidiary of Group Intellect Power Technology Limited. The global Company builds OEM products for customers in its Contract Manufacturing Services division and offers value-added services such as plastic injection molding, cables and harnesses, and high-volume printed circuit board assembly using surface mount technology (SMT). The Company also designs and manufactures AC/DC power conversion products, including power supplies, as well as battery chargers and external power adapters from 1 to 3,000 Watts for both medical and industrial applications. With over 2,200 employees worldwide, two manufacturing campuses, and four R&D locations, the Company manufactures consumer electronics and electro-mechanical products, including radio frequency, audio and video electronics, and other electro-mechanical products from its global manufacturing and design facilities. For more information, visit www.brightworks-usa.com and on LinkedIn.
About Airdrop Gaming
Airdrop Gaming, located in Holland, Michigan, was founded in 2012 by Tim Murphy. The Company’s mission is to change the gaming world for deaf and hard-of-hearing players.
The Company’s journey began with the invention of the HipShotDot, which quickly rose to become one of the top-selling Xbox accessories on Amazon, available in over 7,000 retail locations worldwide.
Audio Radar is the Company’s next game-changing technology that enables deaf and hard-of-hearing gamers to “see the sound” in video games. Designed and engineered in the USA, Audio Radar has been developed in close partnership with the deaf and hard-of-hearing gaming community, ensuring that it meets their needs and enhances their gaming experience.
Audio Radar is set to launch this summer on audioradar.com and is available for pre-order now. The Company’s goal is to empower and improve the gaming experience for millions of deaf and hard-of-hearing gamers worldwide.
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