Expanding its portfolio of board sockets, Harwin has introduced additional sizes for the popular Sycamore Contact range. These 6A current rated surface-mount PCB sockets allow engineers to accommodate different designs, placing individual sockets freely on a board without the constraint of connector housings. Two additions complement the existing 3.8 7mm length sockets, which accept 0.8-1.3mm […]
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Better connections assist soldiers to make better decisions faster
By Jack Midgley, Global Defense Market Leader, Fischer Connectors Soldier modernization programs take on new urgency as funding priorities shift and operational demands increase. There are many challenges posed by resource constraints and changing operational environments. Defense connectivity solutions offer new capabilities and innovative, economical approaches to help soldiers and commanders at every level make […]
Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) allows an interconnected industry
By Ruud van den Brink • Product Manager for Industrial Communications • TE Connectivity Industry 4.0 is all about enhancing efficiency and productivity. Part of these improvements can be realized in a more optimized communication infrastructure in industrial networks. Modern-day industrial automation systems are complex. Different layers in the network use different communication standards. A […]
Expanded RF connectors offer strong voltage handling and wide frequency capabilities
Always looking to address emerging application opportunities, Bulgin has added further products to its extensive portfolio of RF connectors. Designed to work with coaxial cables already in use in large-scale communication infrastructure, these latest connectors deliver multi-GHz operation and exhibit industry-leading transmission characteristics. They also benefit from very low impedance levels of 50 Ohm, and […]
M12 connector with multi-position, lockable A-coding
binder USA announced a new two-piece M12 circular connector that offers versatility with several special features including: square-flange housing for easy assembly, multi-position, and lockable A-coding that supports variable cable installation. The new connectors simplify secure sensor and actuator connections in applications such as factory automation and robotics. The connector’s innovative two-part design enables user […]
Molex Mini50 Sealed Wire-to-Device Receptacle
Molex’s Mini50 Sealed Wire-to-Device Receptacles utilize smaller pins, terminals and wire gauges, while providing protection from water and dust ingress, delivering significant space savings over traditional USCAR 0.64 mm connectors. Looking for Molex connectors? We have products in stock and ready to ship, contact us today! Learn more at Heilind.com. Learn more at Heilind >> […]
Unmanned power connector meets the needs of signal and power for UAVs and commercial drones
TE Connectivity recognized the critical need for a reliable and durable connector which can balance both signal and power capabilities for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). TE’s newly launched Unmanned Power (UMP) connector offers up to 80 A per contact and is available as a power or mixed signal/power connector. The growth of UAV usage in […]
Astera Labs notches the gold in the 2021 LEAP Awards Connectivity category
Winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this afternoon in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories. This annual competition saw a record number of submissions, as it aims to celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This year’s winners were chosen by […]
New solutions for energy distribution for rail vehicles
Contributed by Denny Hellige, Product Manager Han HPR and HC Modular, Harting Connectors for rail use not only have to be particularly robust. Their simple and quick installation and easy maintenance are also important. That is why Harting has developed new interfaces for rail vehicles. To reflect changing technical standards and evolving demands from rolling […]
How PCIe interface developments have changed and advanced
By Ed Cady, contributing editor Peripheral component interconnect express, or PCIe, has become the interface standard for connecting high-speed components, such as graphics, memory, and storage. Typically, PCIe interface signaling and physical layer implementation rely on printed circuit board assembly (PCBAs) and edge connectors. Several standardized and non-standardized cabling solutions are available that support a […]