The new S series connectors from LEMO feature a new outershell design with LEMO’s popular chocolate bar shape. The product uses the S series half-moon inserts and is fully compatible with the existing S series sockets on the market. Both straight plug and free socket use the collet of the B series, offering a slightly different […]
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High voltage connectors meet the demands of mission critical satellite communications
The US Air Force and a major defense contractor tapped Caton Connector Corp. of Kingston, Mass., to supply high-voltage connectors and cable assemblies for an exceptionally demanding mission-critical application: the Milstar Satellite Communications System. The mission of Milstar, according to the Air Force, is to provide “the President, Secretary of Defense, and the U.S. armed forces with assured, survivable satellite […]
CUI expands USB product line with USB Type C connectors
CUI’s Interconnect Group has added USB Type C connectors to its USB product family. The UJ31 receptacle connector series and UP31 plug connector series conform to the USB 3.1 Gen 2 standard that supports data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps and power delivery up to 100 W at 20 V. With a reversible connector […]
TE Connectivity introduces Flex Grip wire connectors for quick and easy wire termination
TE Connectivity (TE) has launched Flex Grip wire connectors for fast, flexible and easy wire termination. The new connectors, which accommodate solid and stranded wires between 24 and 14 AWG (0.2 – 4.00 mm²), feature an operating lever that allows releasable and reworkable wire termination. The transparent housings enable users to visually confirm the proper […]
What are micro-D connectors?
Micro-D connectors are about half the size of D-sub connectors. Both are shaped like the letter D. The early D-shaped connectors were first used in computers because of their compact design. Offering reliable and secure electrical connections, they feature at least two rows of parallel pins and offer high density in a miniature design. The […]
AVX releases series of tall board-to-board stacker connectors
AVX Corp. has released a new series of tall board-to-board stacker connectors. The new 00-9148 Series tall stacker connectors are cost-effective, reliable, and robust; exhibit excellent resistance to shock and vibration; and help reduce tolerance accumulation in a variety of demanding applications across the automotive, consumer, medical, and industrial markets. The single-piece connectors also reduce […]
TE Connectivity debuts high density power card edge solution for data centers
TE Connectivity (TE) has released its high density (HD) card edge power connector, which delivers among the highest current density in the market to support high power supply applications. TE’s new HD card edge connector delivers higher current than previous power card edge connectors at 25 A/contact with low resistance, and supports 1,500-2,000 W power […]
Farmers easily harvest data with ‘intelligent connector’ design from Bulgin
Rugged connector and component manufacturer Bulgin has successfully developed an ‘intelligent connector’ and trialed its use in agricultural sensing and control. In a customization project for their client, California-based AgTech Industries, Bulgin incorporated integrated electronics into a rugged miniaturized connector for AgTech’s new smart infield telemetry system called AgriCapture. AgTech asked Bulgin to develop a […]
Applied Motion launches daisy-chain connector for NEMA 11 frame StepServo motors
Applied Motion Products offers a new daisy-chain board connector for its NEMA 11 frame StepSERVO integrated motors. The new optional connector separates communication terminals into two standalone power and I/O connectors, making it easier to establish daisy-chain connections on RS-485 and Modbus RTU networks. Standard configurations of Applied Motion’s TSM11 (NEMA 11 frame) integrated motors […]
DIN connector from Canfield Connector is designed for hydraulic valve use
The new series 5K DIN valve connector from Canfield Connector is compatible, versatile and dependable and enhances two of its product lines. An innovator in the manufacturing of electronic devices, Canfield Connector offers the 5K connector without the integrated gasket design to promote version compatibility with the company’s MCCR (Multiple Control Connector Receptacle) and its […]
