Hirose has launched a new low-profile flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector that supports FPC applications in a small package, and operates at USB 3.1 gen 2 speeds up to 10 Gbps. The DF40GL series is ideal for daughter boards in USB Type C Applications. Featuring a pitch of only 0.4 mm and a height of […]
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ODU expands it ODU-MAC modular hydrid connector lines
ODU is promoting to the U.S. market its advanced modular hybrid connector solutions designed for high reliability rugged test platforms. Dubbed the ODU-MAC line, these designs use ODU’s modular nature and its spindle locking system for easy connection and disconnection. The ODU-MAC portfolio includes: ODU-MAC White-Line that offers manual mating up to 100,000 mating cycles; […]
Sorting out USB Connectors
The variety of USB connector styles available can be confusing. But the recent release of USB 3.1 will likely speed the phase-out of some older versions and help simplify the specification of cables and connectors involved in the charging of peripherals. Leland Teschler • Executive Editor Engineers designing with the widely used USB standard can […]
ODU-USA launches advanced connector solutions for test and measurement applications
ODU is now offering to the US market an extended range of advanced connector solutions for test and measurement applications. The German-engineered ODU test and measurement connector portfolio was designed for a wide range of applications including network analyzers, data acquisition equipment, fluid/ gas/ pollution/ air analyzers, signal and pulse generators, voltmeters and ohmmeters. ODU […]
TE Connectivity introduces Half-Size VITA 66.4 module
TE Connectivity (TE) announces a new Ruggedized Optical Backplane interconnect systems that provide a high-density, blind-mate optical interconnect in a backplane/daughtercard configuration. The half-sized connectors are fully compliant to the ANSI/VITA 66.4 standard. “As the industry expands its use of fiber optic solutions in higher bandwidth applications, TE continues to support the VMEbus Industry Trade Association (VITA) […]
ERNI Electronics expands its MicroStac family
ERNI Electronics has expanded its 0.8 mm MicroStac SMT connector series to encompass antimagnetic versions with 12 pin (single row) and 54 pin (dual row). The MicroStac components are based on a patented hermaphroditic design. The special design enables reduced logistic and inventory costs. The powerful combination of the extreme miniaturization and its innovative design makes […]
ERNI Electronics introduces optimized high-speed connectors
Introducing the new ERmet ZDpro connector family, ERNI Electronic paves the way to 100G ATCA systems. The ERmet ZDpro connectors are an enhancement of the ERmet ZD family. This high-speed differential Hard Metric connector system enables data rates of greater than 25 Gbit/s and is the first connector system that meets the requirements for 100G […]
ERNI Electronics expands its portfolio on IDC terminals
ERNI Electronics expands its offering on IDC terminals. New variants for stranded wires (AWG24/7 and AWG26/7) are added to the existing offering for solid wires AWG24/1 and AWG22/7 (stranded wires). Wires with a maximum diameter of 1.1 mm (incl. isolation) can be handled. The new IDC terminals and the already available AWG22 variants are also […]
Doubled security: SMC Secure Lock connectors from ERNI Electronics
ERNI Electronics continues enhancements of the popular SMC 1.27 mm product line for ruggedized applications and requirements. The proven design of the double-sided stamped and formed spring contact provides a highly-reliable electrical connection that customers have come to rely on. Rugged applications have demanded an even more secure mechanical connection between the two mated components. […]
TE Connectivity’s broad lineup of QPL products available for large and small volume connector requirements
TE Connectivity (TE), has announced that many of its mil-spec connectors are immediately available, both directly from TE and also through its global distribution network. Though there has been general market turmoil related to the supply of mil-spec qualified 38999 and related connectors, TE remains ready and fully capable to meet companies’ large and small volume […]