From its early beginnings in the audio industry more than 50 years ago – in fact the M16 connector was the first connector system binder manufactured – today’s M16 connector is very much a “go to” connector solution for a huge variety of indoor applications. Thanks mainly to continuous development and refinement, the M16 connector […]
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Suntsu introduces new USB Type C connectors
Introducing Suntsu’s latest and most powerful cables: USB Type C connectors. USB cables have been used in electronics for years, but these new developments make the USB-C the new industry standard. Recently, it has been incorporated into computers, phones, and tablets. Large companies like Apple are getting rid of older, larger USBs and making way […]
Understanding the MIL-STD-1553B bus
by Duane Teachout, Product Manager, Cinch Connectivity Solutions Despite being over 50 years old, the MIL-STD-1553B bus is still widely used, which is probably because it is really good at its job. If you’re new to the standard, read on to learn more about its features, the terminology used and how to get the most […]
Universal power connector from Amphenol offers continuous power to 500 A
Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers a plastic Universal Power Connector (UPC) series that is designed to be used in heavy equipment and electric vehicles. The UPC 14mm offers continuous power at 500 A. Ideal for use in battery connection, power distribution units, electric motors, power converters/inverters, hybrid vehicles, battery management systems, as well as in […]
SFP, SFP-DD, QSFP, QSFP-DD & OSFP Pluggable interconnects – a 2021 update
The 21-year-old Pluggable interconnect family is now being used for new accelerator, AV, camera, machine vision, medical, memory, NVM, and proprietary interface links. New market segment expansion seems likely to continue with link shipments rising and healthy unit forecasting. New higher speed 106G and 112G per lane pluggable products will be coming out this year, […]
New Yorker Electronics distributing new Adam Tech High-Speed USB4 Connector
New Yorker Electronics has expanded its USB offerings with the newly released Adam Tech High-Speed USB4 connector, which boasts speeds up to 40 Gbps. According to Adam Tech, this makes the USB4 the fastest USB connector available in the industry today. Adam Tech’s high-speed USB4 connector features the ability to simultaneously transfer both audio and video […]
LEMO Receives Technology & Engineering Emmy award
LEMO has been awarded a 2020 Technology and Engineering Emmy Award for Standardization and Commercialization of Television – Broadcast, Hybrid Electrical and Fiber-Optic Camera Cable and Connectors. “We are very honored and proud to be awarded this Technology & Engineering Emmy Award,” said Billy Barbey, LEMO’s R&D Manager. “It recognizes the work of all LEMO engineers […]
Rectangular flange M12-A connectors with latching and multi-positioning
Binder USA LP has expanded its M12-A connector portfolio with two new rectangular flange connectors. Designed for today’s advanced automation technology, the connectors provide new options for sensor and actuator applications. The M12-A connectors include a stranded-wire version with 20 or 26 mm rectangular housing, and a solder version with 20 mm housing. (The stranded-wire […]
Harting kicks year off with focus on connectivity solutions for industrial automation, more
The Harting Technology Group continues to offer its customers a comprehensive and innovative solution portfolio for the industrial automation, energy infrastructure, e-mobility and railway sectors in 2021, as company management highlighted at its Experts Camp Kick-Off and annual trade press conference. Particular attention is being paid to “Connectivity+,” emphasized Dr.-Ing. Kurt D. Bettenhausen, Board Member […]
Space-saving connectors offer high-bandwidth automotive connectivity
Amphenol RF is proud to introduce the Automate Mini-FAKRA connector series, the latest in automotive interconnect technology. This series offers a space-conscious, high-performance interface which is critical to the next generation of vehicle applications. Supporting up to 20 Gbps data transmission, they reduce installation requirements by up to 80% compared to previous FAKRA products. The […]