GCT (Global Connector Technology) and SnapEDA, the Internet’s first parts library for circuit board design, have teamed up to provide symbols and footprints for its connectors across an extensive nine product ranges. With this new collaboration, designers can easily download and design-in GCT’s high-quality and reliable connectors, which include USB, SIM card, FFC, modular jack, […]
HARTING earns quality product award from Hitachi Rail
Rail manufacturer Hitachi Rail has given The HARTING Technology Group an exceptional quality award for its connectivity products. HARTING develops and manufactures cabling for car transitions (so-called jumper cables) for Hitachi’s AT200 and AT300 trains. The cabling ensures secure data transmission. In addition, all rolling stock manufactured by Hictachi Rail are equipped with a wide […]
Molex debuts zSFP+ interconnect system for 56 Gbps channels
Molex has expanded its zSFP+ Interconnect System to support 56 Gbps PAM-4 channels in a stacked 2xN port configuration, allowing next-generation Ethernet and Fibre Channel applications to receive standout signal integrity. The product is the first of its kind on the market. OEMs requiring high-density interconnect applications now have the ability to utilize channels with […]
Cinch Connectivity Solutions expands RF non-magnetic connector line
Cinch Connectivity Solutions, a Bel group company, has expanded its Johnson RF non-magnetic connector series. The Cinch Connectivity Solutions non-magnetic connector series now has an expanded product offering with new SMA, SMB and MCX interface versions. These connectors are designed to perform to all requirements for medical equipment, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and […]
New Han-Modular frame makes assembling a modular connector easier than ever
With the introduction of a new spring-loaded frame to the Han-Modular building block system, HARTING is making it even easier and faster to create a modular connector that precisely fits each application. The Han-Modular lineup now includes over 100 different modules for power, data and signal that can be combined virtually without limitation. The new […]
CAMI Research launches CableEye USB Type-C test fixture
CAMI Research Inc. has released a USB Type-C test interface board for its CableEye cable and harness testing systems. A daughter board, populated with two USB-C female connectors, it allows users to continuity-check USB Type-C terminated cables using the CableEye tester while seeing the connectors-undertest rendered graphically. The CB26U fits all CableEye models. CAMI offers the […]
ODU-USA’s Mini-Snap push-pull connectors are available in 48 hours
ODU-USA announced that its advanced ODU MINI-SNAP miniature push-pull connector solution are available with 48-hour availability to the US market. ODU MINI-SNAP is a circular connector solution with push-pull locking and metal housing. The L and K Series from this advanced product line are now available in 48 hours. Additional product features include: high connector […]
Phoenix Contact’s Cabinet Confidence marks tour’s halfway point
Last week, Phoenix Contact stopped by the Design World offices to give a quick tour of its Cabinet Confidence Infomobile, which has been traveling around the eastern half of the United States the past few months. Customers and Phoenix Contact component and system users still have time to grab a visit with the Infomobile, as […]
FFC connector from Hirose features a heat-resistant, space-saving design
Hirose has designed a compact flexible printed circuit (FPC)/flat flexible connector (FFC) with a space-saving, low-profile design. Featuring a pitch of only 0.50 mm, a height of 1.20 mm and depth of only 3.57 mm, the FH65 series reduces the occupied mounting area by 47% (on average) with a weight reduction of 62% (on average) […]
ECCO (Electronic Connector Co.) now fully qualified to assemble Mil-Std D38999 connectors from Aero/Conesys
ECCO (Electronic Connector Co.) announced that it has received approval by the DLA (Defense Logistics Agency) & Aero Conesys to build military standard series III in the D38999 family of electronic connectors. Located in Chicago, ECCO is an authorized partner of leading electronic suppliers. The company provides products and value added assembly services to OEMs […]