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 […]
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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, […]
More Meaningful Connections in Today’s Connected World
As an authorized distributor for Panduit, Heilind Electronics offers solutions for the most critical business challenges within data center, enterprise, and industrial environments. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Panduit offers a full range of connectivity solutions including cable ties, wire ducts, harness boards, automation systems, terminal blocks & more. Learn more at […]
TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors now available
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors are now available to customers. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, the high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range […]
Phoenix Contact creates HeavyCORE fast delivery program
With the new HeavyCORE program, Phoenix Contact customers can receive the company’s most commonly used heavy-duty connector components within days of placing an order. HeavyCORE puts stocking priority on a select group of products that boost productivity, simplify inventory management, and provide versatility during assembly and installation. The HeavyCON line of heavy-duty rectangular connectors comprises […]
Digi-Key launches smart agriculture video series with Supplyframe and Amphenol RF
Digi-Key Electronics announced that it has launched a new video series focused on smart agriculture, sponsored by Supplyframe and Amphenol RF. The video series, titled “Farm Different” is a three-part series focused on the people, technology and challenges of modern agriculture. “We’re excited to share these important perspectives and insights from farmers, agtech designers and […]
MIL-SPEC-qualified protective covers for 38999 series IV connectors
TE Connectivity is introducing its Deutsch 38999 series IV metal protective connector covers. TE is one of the first MIL-SPEC-qualified suppliers to offer these protective covers, which gives aerospace and defense customers an alternative to more expensive commercial versions. TE’s metal protective connector covers are designed to help protect connectors in their unmated condition from […]
Right-angle mating pin option available on wire-to-board connectors
Amphenol Industrial Operations has expanded its WTB (wire-to-board) portfolio with the addition of a right-angle mating pin option in both the 2.4 and 3.6 mm WTB board level products. It has also added 8.7 and 9.3 height over board (HOB) options to its vertical mating sockets. These new HOB WTB sockets allow mating with a […]
Board to FPC narrow pitch connectors for wearable devices
Panasonic Corp. announced today that its Industrial Solutions Co. has commercialized the R35K series of board to FPC narrow pitch connectors for use in wearable devices and will launch full scale mass production this month. The new connectors reduce the board mounting areas and are configured to be highly resistant to vibrations and impacts, contributing […]
Canfield Connector invests in M12 production technology
Canfield Connector has made production investments to its M12 round connector product line to further strengthen its commitment to customer satisfaction through unmatched quality and support. Customers will greatly benefit from the investments, enjoying a much wider array of available products with significantly reduced lead times. Canfield’s manufacturing investments include dedicated engineering time, allocation of […]