Hirose has launched a high-speed 28+ Gbps single mold compression connector that features a low-profile design with a height of only 1.22mm. The IT11 Series is a licensed second source for the cStack™ and cLGA® (Compression Land Grid Array) product families from Amphenol Intercon Systems. Hirose’s IT11 Series is fully interchangeable with cStack™ assemblies. Optimizing […]
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Breakthrough contact design spawned $500M+ connector company
One of the breakthrough connectors of the 20th century was the Berg PV contact. Some of you will know that Quentin Berg started Berg Electronics back in 1950. When Berg left AMP to start his own company, one of his key inventions and the basis of the company was the mini PV contact. This new […]
Two dozen+ HARTING connector configurations UL certified
More than two dozen HARTING connector configurations have passed rigorous safety testing by UL and been designated “UL-Recognized”, a new status created by UL at HARTING’s command. HARTING is the only connector manufacturer with products that have earned this status and corresponding UL mark. Users gain access to all the benefits of Plug & Play […]
FDA 21-approved circular connectors from HARTING
These versatile, FDA 21-approved circular connectors are made of non-toxic, high performance PP plastic and offer excellent chemical, heat and cold resistance, and are resistant to Ecolab certified cleaning agents. Their hygienic design features large radii and smooth surfaces; so-called dirt pockets and the potential bacteria load on the connector don’t have cracks or crevices […]
Ultra-high density array cable assemblies from Samtec
Samtec’s new SEARAY™ 0.80 mm pitch ultra-high density array cable assemblies provide 50% board space savings compared to 1.27 mm pitch systems. With performance to 15 Gbps and up to 300 total Edge Rate® contacts, this cable system is designed for rugged high speed applications where space is limited. SEARAY™ 0.80 mm pitch array cable […]
E-commerce approach for custom RF cable assemblies available from Taoglas
Getting the correct custom RF cables, which are used in a wide range of wireless products, has long been a frustrating and overly lengthy process for engineers but now antenna manufacturer Taoglas has modernized the procedure with a new online cable assembly wizard that revolutionizes the whole transaction. The first of its kind, the online […]
AutomationDirect adds RACO liquid-tight connectors
RACO liquid-tight connectors are designed for use on flexible metallic liquid-tight conduit and Type B flexible non-metallic liquid-tight conduit in outdoor or indoor locations. Available in straight and 90-degree models, liquid-tight connectors are used to positively bond the conduit to a box or enclosure; the connectors are suitable for use in Class I, Div 2; […]
TE’s novel optical non-contact termini named R&D Top 100 finalist
TE Connectivity (TE) announces its new PRO BEAM EB16 terminus has been named a finalist in the 2015 R&D 100 Awards under the IT/Electrical category. Founded by Advantage Business Media, the goal of the R&D 100 Awards is to identify and celebrate the top 100 most technologically significant products introduced in the past year. The […]
Hirose expands compact, high-current EnerBee power connector family
Hirose, a manufacturer in the development of innovative connector solutions, has developed the EnerBee family of small, high-power connectors for use in industrial power supply and other power-demanding applications such as servers, medical devices and home electronics. EnerBee connectors combine a compact space-saving design with high-end performance and current ratings from 5A to 50A. This […]
Molex TermiMate one-circuit terminal-style connector minimizes LED shadowing
Molex Incorporated introduces the new TermiMate™ one-circuit terminal-style connector system. Designed to minimize the shadowing effect in LED lights and TV backlighting applications, the ultra-low profile TermiMate coplanar board-to-board and wire-to-board connector reduces component and assembly costs for manufacturers. “In LED applications, standard higher profile components are prone to create unwanted shadowing that negatively impacts […]