The 21-year-old Pluggable interconnect family is now being used for new accelerator, AV, camera, machine vision, medical, memory, NVM, and proprietary interface links. New market segment expansion seems likely to continue with link shipments rising and healthy unit forecasting. New higher speed 106G and 112G per lane pluggable products will be coming out this year, […]
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0.5mm-pitch floating board-to-board connectors boasts 16 Gpbs high-speed transmission
Kyocera Corporation has introduced a new 0.5mm-pitch floating board-to-board connector series (F/P*1 = 170%) for high-speed 16Gbps data transmission. Sold under the 5652 Series designation, the new connectors can float within ±0.85mm for easy and accurate mating. They are available now. Furthermore, the 5652 Series are Kyocera’s first connectors to use the new “FloXY” brand […]
Space-saving connectors offer high-bandwidth automotive connectivity
Amphenol RF is proud to introduce the Automate Mini-FAKRA connector series, the latest in automotive interconnect technology. This series offers a space-conscious, high-performance interface which is critical to the next generation of vehicle applications. Supporting up to 20 Gbps data transmission, they reduce installation requirements by up to 80% compared to previous FAKRA products. The […]
TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors now available
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors are now available to customers. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, the high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range […]
USB A connectors tested to 10,000 – 20,000 mating cycles
GCT has launched two USB A connectors with extended mating cycles and enhanced current rating over standard products. The USB1130 and USB1135 are the latest additions to the USB range and are perfect for fast charging and high traffic applications. The USB1130 is a USB-A 2.0 connector tested to 10,000 mating cycles, and the USB1135 […]
Multi-contact, high-current connectors for harsh operating conditions
Harwin has significantly raised the power levels that its product portfolio can support with the introduction of the Kona series. These 8.5 mm pitch connectors’ contacts are capable of delivering 60A of current. This means that applications such as battery charging can be addressed without having to split the current across multiple contacts. Among the […]
Self-actuated tact switches save PCB space
C&K has added two new compact tact switches to its comprehensive PTS Series product offering. Ideal for portable electronics in a wide range of markets, the new side-actuated PTS845 Series and PTS850 Series give designers more options to tailor end-products. The rugged, low-profile SMT switches are commonly used in portable devices including headsets, sports watches, […]
Medium-amperage connection system for industrial use
Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers a medium amperage connection system that is rated up to 120 A of continuous current. The ePower-Lite 5.7mm has an operating voltage of 600V AC / 800V DC. Used to connect PTC/AC to DC and related control boxes, including power distribution units (PDU), this 2-pole connector features HVIL and EMI shielding […]
Cat.6a Ethernet connector system reduces required installation space
Hirose has enhanced its high-speed ix Industrial connector family to include a horizontal mount PCB connector that supports space-constrained applications that require Cat.6a Ethernet cabling. The IX60G Series has reduced mounting requirements offering a space-saving of up to 75% compared to other Ethernet solutions like RJ45 connectors. Compliant to IEC PAS 61076-3-124, the IX60G Series […]
High-temperature connectors for vehicle and industrial connectivity
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity has introduced AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, these high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range of up to […]
