by Georg Grunenberg, Product Marketing, Business Unit, Device Connectors, and James Dunbar, Product Marketing Manager, Printed Circuit Board Connectors, Phoenix Contact As power electronics devices become more compact, it is up to PCB connector manufacturers to fit within these space constraints while helping to increase efficiency. Power electronics — as used in drive technology or […]
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12-Pin power connectors optimized for harsh environments
CDM Electronics now stocks Binder-USA’s newly designed member of the HEC (Harsh Environment Connector) family. Engineered to deliver uncompromised performance in demanding environmental conditions, the new 12-pin HEC circular connectors offer power interconnect solutions to a variety of commercial, industrial, agricultural, military and aerospace applications. These lightweight-plastic cable connectors are UL and VDE Certified, and […]
New highly reliable one-way connectors for harsh environments
C&K Components has launched its new Space Splice high-reliability connecting solution. A compact, easy-to-use alternative to manual splicing, the new, one-way Space Splice high-reliability connectors deliver high radiation and temperature resistance, low residual magnetism, and low degassing, and — manufactured in accordance with ESA/ESCC specifications — meet the highest quality requirements for satellite, payload, and […]
Gen 6 32Gb fiber channel portfolio
ATTO Technology, Inc.has announced the availability of its new Gen 6 Fibre Channel product portfolio. With a 20-year track record of Fibre Channel innovation, the announcement confirms ATTO’s position as a provider of next-generation solutions that solve the highest bandwidth demands for content creation and enterprise markets. The new Gen 6 line includes Celerity 32Gb […]
CableEye Micromatch connector board CB49
CAMI Research Inc. has announced a new board for its CableEye cable and harness testing systems. Populated with solder pads to accept a suite of TE-Connectivity Micro-MaTch connectors, the board addresses markets plagued by vibration and fretting corrosion, and requiring “miniaturized connectivity”. Rated to 500Vdc/350Vac, the CB49 may be used on all CableEye models. CAMI […]
New connector board for CableEye testing systems
CAMI Research Inc. (Acton, MA) announces a new connector board for its CableEye cable and harness testing systems. Populated with eight, shielded RJ45 connectors, the boards may be used to test shielded or unshielded cables. Hipot rated to 500 Vdc/ 350 Vac, the CB18C may be used on all CableEye models. CAMI offers the CableEye […]
ZIF socket and connectors: What are the advantages?
In my last post, I wrote about the Bendix—Amphenol Bristle Brush connectors that had mating forces of 1.5 oz per contact. (To compare, most dual beam contact designs have mating forces in the range of 5 oz per contact.) High mating forces can be a problem for many connector designs, including IO connectors that are […]
New pins and receptacles provide reliable interconnections
Mill-Max is expanding its line of wire termination products by introducing six new pins and receptacles, three mated pairs, which facilitate the wire attachment process. Each features a solder cup for easy and efficient soldering and is precision-machined to provide consistent and reliable interconnections. These mated pairs of pins and receptacles are ideal for use […]
Encoder connectors offered in 1/2 in. NPT
Mencom offers over-molded 12, 16, 17 and 19 pole M23 encoder connectors with straight or right angle heads. The connectors are all UL listed and designed to endure positive vibration for use with motor drives and moving assemblies. Plus, they provide IP67 rating for harsh industrial environments. The cable jackets are available in ITC-ER PVC, shielded […]
Master Electronics expands offerings to include Amphenol Industrial Operations
Master Electronic has added the Amphenol Industrial Operations group to their extensive Amphenol Brand offerings. “Amphenol has been manufacturing connectors since 1932. We are proud Amphenol Industrial Operations has been added to our line card. As the undisputed leader in interconnect systems for harsh environment applications, AIO products add depth and breadth to our already […]
