In our first Design World Technology Tuesdays Podcasts for the month of February, I spoke with HARTING North America Inc.’s President & CEO Jon DeSouza about the impact Industry 4.0 or the Internet of Things (IoT) will have on interconnect technologies. In addition, DeSouza touches on wireless connectivity in industrial designs, and how this move […]
Automation
Angle solder with minimal “z” profile
Molex Incorporated announced today that its SolderRight TM Direct Solder Terminals are now available to fulfill direct solder wire-to-board designs where a very low profile right angle solder option for wires exiting a PCB is necessary due to severe space constraints. This robust solder terminal enables a secure and reliable connection with a minimal “z” […]
Nickel PTFE-Plated DEUTSCH 38999 Connectors Offer Alternative to Cadmium
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity, announces a new RoHS-compliant nickel PTFE plating for its DEUTSCH standard MIL-DTL-38999 Series III connectors. Along with TE’s recently announced black zinc nickel plating, this new coating further expands TE’s response to new environmental regulations that reduce the use of cadmium. The nickel PTFE plating is Defense […]
TURCK Introduces powerfast for Process Automation
TURCK expands its powerfast line of connectivity products to include a full line of solutions for process automation applications. Designed to replace expensive, time-consuming hardwiring methods, powerfast for process automation provides a robust and reliable modular wiring solution. A full line of cordsets, receptacles, reducers, reducer tees and power lokfast devices provides users with the […]
SAL M12x1 connectors, field attachable with larger terminal cross section
M12x1 connectors have been the basic elements of automation technology in mechanical and plant engineering for a long time. The requirements for connectors have become more and more diverse in the last few years. This means in particular that these connectors can be terminated to various cables in a quick and simple way without special […]
New Guide Describes Benefits of Bal Seal Capabilities
A new guide highlights the benefits of collaborating with Bal Seal Engineering Inc. to develop sealing, connecting, conducting and EMI shielding solutions. Using photorealistic images, the four-page guide describes how the company’s precision-engineered Bal Seal Canted Coil Spring® is employed as a seal energizer or stand-alone electrical-mechanical component to improve overall equipment performance and reliability. […]
Fischer Connectors MOD 70
MOD 70 racing boats are fully equipped with Fischer Connectors. Fischer Connectors www.fischerconnectors.com
New MM connector
Major trends in connector development over the last few years are miniaturisation and increased contact density. System integrators in various markets, such as automotive, testing and aviation, are looking to increase the number of sensors and data acquisition means. Naturally this requires more connectors and cables in reduced space. LEMO is extending its range of […]
Bayonet-to-Bayonet couple IP67 sealed RJ45, USB, Fiber optic LC
To establish IP67 protected interfaces, modern industrial applications have high requirements concerning the connectors used. CONEC connectors are used in process control for factory automation, or data communication devices in harsh environments. In addition, they are also appropriate for outdoor use in network technology and telecommunications. CONEC supplements the product ranges IP67 RJ45 / USB […]
