FasTest Inc., Minneapolis, has released its MediMate CGA 870 yoke style connector, which features a lightweight, brass cast body with no aluminum for auto ignition standards and durable stainless steel actuator piston to provide optimal safety in medical oxygen filling applications. The MediMate is more than 1.2 lb lighter than previous brass models and provides a simple, […]
IP67-rated connectors made easy
Contributed by Derek Hunt, Application Specialist at Omnetics Connector Corp. In the world of circular connectors, thousands of styles, sizes, configurations and functionality types are available. IP67–rated connectors in particular are becoming more and more common in both standard and custom configurations. These assemblies focus around a watertight seal and are specifically designed to withstand shock, […]
Backplane connector is scalable up to 25 Gbps data rates
The Impact 100-Ohm backplane connector from Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., combines speed and density in a modular package designed for high speed applications. The scalable Impact connector technology provides data rates up to 25 Gbps with excellent signal density up to 80 differential pairs per linear inch when using a 6-pair configuration. “Our network customers continue […]
Insert arrangements for ARINC receptacle connector
New insert arrangements from TE Connectivity, Harrisburg, Pa., are available for its ARINC 600 Next Generation Receptacle connectors. These connectors are ideal for commercial and military avionics for air-to-ground communications, in-flight entertainment and collision avoidance, and they deliver significant cost and weight savings. New insert arrangements that support cost and weight savings include: 60 position for […]
Vertical top and bottom entry contacts
A new family of vertical top and bottom entry contacts from AVX Corp., Greenville, S.C., is an expansion of its single poke home wire-to-board (WTB) contacts. Featuring high spring force, dual beam, phosphor bronze contacts, AVX’s new vertical 9296 Series provides maximum mechanical stability and wire retention in a variety of harsh industrial applications without […]
Outdoor connectors provide resistance to the elements
HARTING, Elgin, Ill., has expanded its portfolio of outdoor-ready connectors with derivatives of its Han-Yellock and Han-Eco series that offer enhanced resistance against the elements. The new Han-Eco Outdoor, like the standard Han-Eco, is made of a high performance, fiber-reinforced thermoplastic highly resistant to environmental influence. High quality profile and flange gaskets of fluorine rubber have […]
Overmolded connectors for demanding environments
TURCK, Minneapolis, introduces new overmolded M40 powerfast connectors that deliver durable power connectivity in demanding environments. They feature both power and signal capabilities within the same connector, and are capable of up to 35 A. The M40 powerfast line offers male or female, straight connectors, standard and custom lengths and pigtails or extensions. For a complete system, thepowerfast line also […]
Connector features square flange receptacle shell
The CeeLok FAS-T connector from TE Connectivity (TE), Harrisburg, Pa., is now available in square flange receptacle shell versions for both wire-applied and printed circuit board-applied applications. This connector easily meets 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, with ample headroom for even the most stringent link budgets. The connector achieves strong signal integrity due to the patented T-shaped […]
An introduction to circular connectors
The past week, I’ve seen several press releases come across my desk for circular connectors, so it got me thinking about what they are used for. I’m working on getting materials specifically about M12 circular connectors, but here’s a quick rundown on what circular connectors are used for, mostly in part from information supplied by […]
Micro-sized connectors for multiple pin interconnection systems
Micro-sized, (0.050 in. pitch), connectors in compact metal or over-molded polymer shells offer major size and weight reductions for circuits requiring multiple pin interconnection systems. Omnetics offers an extensive array of micro-circular connector styles and formats using its specially designed flex-pin contacts. These configurations are available solder cup, thru-hole and pre-wired up to 26 gauge […]