New insert arrangements from TE Connectivity, Harrisburg, Pa., are available for its ARINC 600 Next Generation Receptacle connectors. These connectors are ideal for commercial and military avionics for air-to-ground communications, in-flight entertainment and collision avoidance, and they deliver significant cost and weight savings. New insert arrangements that support cost and weight savings include: 60 position for […]
Aerospace
Connector features square flange receptacle shell
The CeeLok FAS-T connector from TE Connectivity (TE), Harrisburg, Pa., is now available in square flange receptacle shell versions for both wire-applied and printed circuit board-applied applications. This connector easily meets 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds, with ample headroom for even the most stringent link budgets. The connector achieves strong signal integrity due to the patented T-shaped […]
An introduction to circular connectors
The past week, I’ve seen several press releases come across my desk for circular connectors, so it got me thinking about what they are used for. I’m working on getting materials specifically about M12 circular connectors, but here’s a quick rundown on what circular connectors are used for, mostly in part from information supplied by […]
Aircraft connectors
Next time you are in an airplane next to the galley when the ground staff gently restocks the galley with pluggable containers, consider the interconnect environment found in aircraft and be impressed by the industry’s success in managing it. Aircraft are heavily used, going through multiple thermal and humidity cycles every day. They must live […]
Molex to showcase military, aerospace connectors at MILCOM
I’ve got military and aerospace connectors on the brain this week, with back-to-back posts from contributing author Dave Brearley about the importance of connectors to the industry, as well as a recent release from Molex, Lisle, Ill., about its offerings to these markets. Key to all three of these articles is the ability to safely […]
Nano connectors offer speeds to 2 Gb/sec
Omnetics’ Nano miniature Bi-lobe connectors are designed and connected to impedance controlled cable systems to provide high quality signal integrity for high-speed Gigabit signal processing needs between components and systems in highly rugged environments, such as helicopter systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and other military applications. They reduce space and weight. While previous versions of micro-connectors […]
Heilind Stocking TE Connectivity’s UV-Resistant Sealed Connectors
Heilind Electronics is now stocking TE Connectivity’s (TE) UV-Resistant Sealed Circular Plastic Connectors (CPC). TE’s sealed CPC is ideal for UV resistance in outdoor applications because it is now manufactured with UL F1-rated resin. This UL F1 rating meets industry standards for long-term UV exposure, allowing the housings to be suitable for outside applications where […]
Military, aerospace connectors withstand extreme temperatures
Dualobe connectors from TE Connectivity, Harrisburg, Pa., are designed to withstand extreme temperatures in harsh environments within the military and commercial aerospace industries. They are lightweight, customizable and reliable. Featuring TE’s Nanonics connectors, they work in temperatures from –200° to 200°C. These nanominiature D-style rectangular connectors are available in machined aluminum and molded plastic shells […]
Connectors for aerospace cabin applications
TE Connectivity (TE), Harrisburg, Pa., has released its new DEUTSCH 369 Series connectors, which are reliable, lightweight, compact and cost-efficient designs for harsh aerospace environments, especially those in civil aerospace cabin systems. They meet tightening industry regulations and Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS) best practices. Features include: Meet smoke and toxicity standards – IAW FAR25 […]
Bel Fuse acquires Array Connector
As it moves to strengthen its Cinch Connector division, which it acquired in 2010, Bel Fuse Inc., Jersey City, N.J., announced last week that it has acquired privately-held Array Connector Corp., a manufacturer of aerospace and mil-spec connector products for more than 20 years. This is the third such acquisition by the manufacturer of high‑speed data […]
