Hermetic connectors are designed to prevent ingress of air, gases and other liquids into the vacuum-sealed connector in extremely harsh environments. In testing, these connectors should show no detectable gas or fluid leakage. They should be able to withstand high pressures of 10,000 psi or more, ensuring a stable pressure differential on both sides of […]
Aerospace
Huber+Suhner to launch PSM connector for aerospace applications
HUBER+SUHNER, will be launching its PSM connector series that optimizes size and power handling characteristics for space flight, high-altitude platforms and TVAC environments, at IMS 2018, June 10-15. The PSM connector family has the size and weight of an SMA (SubMiniature version A) and the power handling capabilities of a TNC (Threaded Neill–Concelman) per MIL-PRF-39012 […]
Single module connectors from TE now comes with simplified backshell
TE Connectivity has launched its newly developed cost-optimized backshell for DMC-MD single module connectors. The new backshell offers a cost-saving addition to TE’s existing Deutsch DMC-MD single module series product line. DMC-MD connectors are among the most widely used connector styles in aircraft In-Flight Entertainment (IFE), cabin and avionics systems. “By eliminating thread locking screws […]
Pasternack introduces line of quick-connect RF loads with 10 connector options
Pasternack has launched a new line of RF loads with ten different types of connectors for quick mating. Typical applications include DAS systems, base stations, antennas and test instrumentation. Pasternack’s 24 new easy connect terminations are available with QMA, QN, 4.3-10, SMP, SMP-M and BMA connectors for quick, snap-on or push-on mating. These RF loads […]
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 […]
Amphenol Socapex expands RJ Field and USB Field connectors
Amphenol Socapex has expanded its RJ Field & USB Field range of rugged connectors with two new “reduced flange” versions: RJF TV6 & USB3F TV for reduced space applications. Designed for reduced spaces in military and railway applications, the RJ and USB Reduced Flange receptacles combine space and weight savings with performances equal to standard RJF TV6 […]
Fischer Connectors launches military microsite
Fischer Connectors has launched a new microsite dedicated strictly to connectors used in military applications. It features new videos, application examples showing how the company’s connectors fit into the bigger picture, easy access to military-specific literature and more. The website has special tabs focused on specific applications—the Dismounted Solider, Ground, Aerospace, and Marine—with looks at […]
TE Connectivity provides high-speed connections for OnTime Networks
TE Connectivity (TE) and OnTime Networks (OnTime) have announced their collaboration in the release of OnTime’s new Cloudberry MIL/AER CM/CR-6200 series rugged ETHERNET switch, router and network time server. Each CM/CR-6200 switch/router/network time server uses up to 12 CeeLok FAS-T connectors from TE, providing either 12 10/100/1000BASE-TX ports or eight 10/100/1000BASE-TX ports and four 10GbE […]
Omnetics Connector Corporation launches Quick Lock USB 3.0
Omnetics Connector Corp. has launched its new “Quick Lock” USB 3.0. Unlike anything else previously engineered by Omnetics, there are no flex pins or sockets in the Quick Lock USB 3.0. In fact, Quick Lock USB 3.0 encompasses SuperSpeed “Type A” connectors sealed inside of a rugged, battlefield tested and proven IP67 housing to ensure users […]
Fischer Connectors to provide SolarStratos with mission-critical connectivity
The Fischer Connectors Group, based in St-Prex, Switzerland, joins the SolarStratos project as Official Partner to provide mission-critical connectivity to the solar-powered HB-SXA plane. This first manned solar plane to penetrate the stratosphere aims to demonstrate the potential of solar energy, and explore new territories for the future of aviation. The plane SolarStratos HB-SXA is […]
