Canfield Connector announces the launch of its CAN-PAK Quick Ship Bulk Packs, a new offering designed to meet the immediate needs of distributors and their customers. This bulk packaging solution includes the company’s most popular products, such as the 5F and 5J series molded connectors, 5000 series strain relief solenoid valve DIN connectors, the rugged […]
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The future of autonomy for on-highway vehicles
Contributed by Lisa Viazanko, Vice President and CTO of Industrial, Commercial Transportation, TE Connectivity The promise of fully autonomous on-highway vehicles has enthralled manufacturers, consumers, and the media alike. The world awaits a future where trucks, buses, and emergency vehicles can be operated entirely by automation and respond to ever-changing environmental and traffic conditions. The […]
ODU Group launches ODU AMC NP miniaturized quick disconnect connector for soldier systems
With this ODU AMC NP launch, ODU extends its successful portfolio for soldier communications as well as its ability to assist military and defense customers with custom hybrid solutions and multiple value-added services, such as one-to-one engineering support, rapid prototyping and cable assembly integrated. This gives a significant competitive advantage to equipment manufacturers that want […]
Why is connector pitch important?
Contributed by Frances Richards Knowing the connector pitch is vital to ensuring compatibility with the wire or cable being connected. When designing a circuit or purchasing either connectors or cables, the connector pitch must be specified to ensure a proper connection. First, let’s define pitch: A connector’s pitch refers to the distance measured from the […]
M12 stainless-steel connectors for sensor cabling in harsh environments
binder USA offers M12 connectors with all external parts – threaded locking ring, housing, and pressing screw – constructed of stainless steel. The cable clamp is constructed of PTFE, the seal is made of VitonTM, and rounded surfaces facilitate cleaning.The design and materials make binder’s M12 ideal for for corrosive environments including humidity, chemicals, detergents, […]
Push-pull locking options, hybrid one-cable solution added to binder M12 connector portfolio
Recent additions to binder USA’s M12 portfolio offer new combinations of features – pin count, termination style, locking system, housing materials, and shielding. The company is also developing new M12-threaded products with outer push-pull locking. The variety of options allows users to optimize their solution for specific applications, including factory and process automation, industrial metrology […]
Airline hydraulics expands Phoenix contact coverage
Airline Hydraulics Corporation announced the expansion of its authorized sales territory to include Western New York and New England. Local industrial automation users will see increased Phoenix Contact product availability, application support, and access to Airline’s eCommerce, airlinehyd.com, for easy online ordering. The expansion is part of the Airline’s commitment to providing productivity and safety […]
Harwin to showcase industrial connectors at Embedded World
Advanced interconnect specialist Harwin will be using the upcoming Embedded World event (Nuremberg, March 14-16) to focus on its newly defined BBi product portfolio. These high density board-to-board connectors are intended for use in challenging industrial applications, providing assured long-term operation. The BBi portfolio includes components for drives and controls, edge-based computing hardware, automation systems, […]
Heavy-duty sealed connector series suits growing density and power demands
As density and power demands increase within the industrial and commercial transportation industry, TE Connectivity has expanded its Heavy-Duty Sealed Connector series to include more than half a dozen new products. With these new additions, there are now six different connector sizes, 23 different standard configurations and seven fixing slides for different panel thickness in […]
Are gold- or silver-plated connectors or contacts right for my application?
Learn the proper electrodeposition for contacts and connectors to ensure reliability in your electrical devices. Contributed by Luke Copp • Sales & Marketing Associate for Advanced Plating Technologies Modern manufacturing relies on critical connections made via strong electroplating, as more and more devices are connected to provide instant access to information and data. However, any electrical […]
