Electric vehicle (EV) connectors must operate reliably despite intense vibration, thermal cycling, moisture exposure, and elevated temperatures. Adhesives and sealants applied to connector housings, cable entries, and termination points significantly improve sealing performance, vibration resistance, and mechanical stability. These materials can also introduce long-term failure modes driven by thermal expansion mismatch, chemical aging, and environmental […]
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High-power connectors support 200 – 450 A range
Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers the TS1 Series, a high-performance industrial power connector developed to meet the growing demand for electrification, which requires robust, reliable power connectors capable of performing under harsh environmental conditions. The new series is ideal for high-power electrified and hybrid applications with high thermal, mechanical, and electrical stresses, such as electric […]
Understanding memory card connectors
When it comes to reliable and efficient data storage, the physical interface matters as much as the memory card itself. Designers at all levels need to understand how various card types — from the ubiquitous SD to embedded SIMs and smart cards — actually connect to and communicate with devices. The Same Sky blog post, […]
Modular connector platform supports zonal vehicle architectures
Molex has introduced its MX-DaSH Modular Wire-to-Wire Connectors, which use interchangeable cartridges within a single housing to combine power, signal, and high-speed data in automotive harness applications. The unsealed, cartridge-based platform supports up to 70 circuits and multiple terminal sizes, enabling adaptable configurations for zonal vehicle architectures. Designed for automated assembly and aligned with USCAR2 and USCAR49 […]
PFAS-free SMA connectors use PEEK dielectric material
Amphenol RF announces the introduction of a line of PFAS-free SMA connectors and adapters, expanding our industry-leading portfolio of high-performance RF interconnect solutions. These products are engineered from PEEK (polyether ether ketone) as a PFAS-free alternative to PTFE, offering an environmentally responsible solution without compromising performance. This innovative product line provides drop-in replacements for a […]
Web configurator designs DIN-rail terminal strips in-browser
Weidmuller USA has launched a web-based Online Weidmuller Configurator (WMC) for designing DIN-rail terminal strip layouts in a browser. The tool is designed to support a cloud-based workflow from layout creation through review and production, allowing designs to be shared by link for collaboration and revision without local software installation. The Online WMC includes an […]
Passive metal camera cable enables 10 Gbps over 5 m
Infineon Technologies and 3M have announced a 5 m passive metal industrial camera cable assembly for USB3 Vision machine-vision cameras. The 3M Industrial Camera Cable Assembly 1U30P-TC series is specified to support data rates up to 10 Gbps over the full 5 m length, targeting factory-floor deployments where camera placement flexibility and deterministic image transfer […]
UV-stable, corrosion-resistant connector for harsh environments
binder’s Harsh Environment Connector (HEC), part of the 696 series, is designed for outdoor applications that require protection against dust, moisture, and mechanical impact. Its housing uses corrosion-resistant and UV-stable materials, and its sealing system is engineered to maintain electrical performance during exposure to precipitation, wash-downs, and temperature variation. These characteristics support use in agricultural […]
Shielded ZIF jumpers support 100-ohm controlled-impedance signaling
Sumida America has introduced the PANTA® Shielded ZIF Jumper product line, a family of flexible flat cables designed for compact electronic systems that require stable high-speed signaling and strong electromagnetic performance. The series includes both shielded and unshielded versions to support a range of signal-integrity and electromagnetic-compatibility requirements. The shielded version uses a controlled-impedance 100-ohm […]
RF connectors add threaded coupling option
Samtec, Inc. announces production quantity availability of its new line of rugged, multi-port SMPM solutions that feature threaded coupling for high thermal shock and vibration environments commonly found in military, aerospace, and communication applications. Samtec’s rugged, threaded-SMPM solutions provide high-frequency performance up to 65 GHz with excellent reliability in high-density applications. SMPM multi-port mated sets […]
