I-PEX USA announced that it is partnering with Future Electronics as their first regional distributor to enhance customer support in North, Central and South America. Future Electronics was chosen because of their strong presence both in the US and on a global scale. They have a world-class supply chain, offering engineering expertise to the key […]
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ix Industrial connector is 70% smaller for PROFINET use
The new PNO guideline Profinet Cabling and Interconnection Technology – Guideline for PROFINET Version 5.0 specifies the ix Industrial mating face as a new standard for Ethernet applications. The guideline was officially published on June 29, and provides PROFINET users with a reliable set of rules for industrial cabling. With the ix Industrial, PROFINET users […]
GCT expands high service distribution coverage with Mouser Electronics
GCT has announced a global distribution agreement with Mouser Electronics Inc. Mouser will offer a wide range of GCT products, including the latest USB, SIM, memory, board-to-board connectors. Pioneering product lines such as GCT’s ionex range of charging-focused USB Type-C connectors are now available through Mouser Electronics, enhancing access for the wider global design engineering […]
Digi-Key introduces power focus campaign with Molex
Digi-Key Electronics has introduced a power focus campaign with Molex to provide Digi-Key customers with a wealth of power connectivity solutions to meet the demands of an increasingly diverse market. As industries evolve to address new challenges, Molex power connectivity solutions have grown to embrace these trends, be it increased connectivity in tighter spaces, next-generation automotive […]
Precision RF connectors support 65 GHz applications
Samtec has released a family of SMPM products designed to support the demands of emerging technologies where space is limited and a high operating frequency up to 65 GHz is required. Samtec offers ganged, multi-port solutions in both cable-to-board and board-to-board applications. Standard SMPM connectors with bullet adaptors, and cable assemblies using .047″ and .086″ cable, are […]
Digi-Key establishes global distribution partnership with ERNI Electronics
Digi-Key Electronics announced that it has secured a global distribution partnership with ERNI Electronics to offer robust electronic connectors for a wide range of industries, including IoT, automotive, transportation, aerospace, military, industrial, medical, lighting, communications and instrumentation. ERNI connectors and cable assemblies are trusted for the security and strong vibration resistance, achieved through designs that […]
Powell teams with WAGO to improve quality and productivity
Since first coming up with the idea of the Power Control Room (PCR ) in 1968, Powell has been recognized as a market leader in modular electrical equipment design. By utilizing innovative products in the design and construction of these PCRs, they improve quality and productivity while lowering costs and reducing labor. Used in a […]
Heilind Electronics stocking Molex Micro-One wire-to-board connector system
Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Molex, has expanded its selection of interconnect solutions with the company’s Micro-One wire-to-board connector system. The compact system features an integrated independent secondary lock (ISL) that ensures a secure electrical connection and eliminates terminal back-outs, even in high-vibration applications. The receptacle’s ISL can only be engaged if terminals are […]
Signal meets power meets data in miniature connectors
Contributed by Niklas Wittler, Global Product Manager Board to Board Solutions Connector specialist Harting not only wants to cater to the megatrend of miniaturization, but also lead it with clever solutions. This most of all concerns miniaturized and flexible PCB connections. Especially as there is no place where miniaturization takes greater effect than inside the […]
Hirose Electric USA names new President/COO
Hirose Electric USA has named Shinya (Sid) Tono as its new President/COO effective April 1. Tono has been with Hirose Electric for nearly 25 years, most recently as Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Engineering responsible for global planning, marketing and growth. He will continue to serve as a strategic marketing and planning leader […]
