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 […]
Electrical/Instrumentation
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 […]
WAGO’s new splicing connector saves space
WAGO introduces the next generation of its 222 LEVER-NUTS splicing connectors. The 221 Series saves 40% more space in the junction box providing simple, safer installation of solid, stranded and fine-stranded wires. The 221 simplifies electrical installation even in the most space-restricted applications. Advantages of the new connector include transparent housing that makes it possible to […]
5857 Series 0.35mm pitch board to board connector for smartphones, wearable devices
Kyocera Connector Products Corp. (KCP) announced that it has developed the 5857 Series 0.35mm pitch Board to Board Connector to be used in smartphones, wearable devices and other electronic equipment. The KCP will begin sales from September 29. In the market for electronic equipment such as smartphones, wearable devices, tablet PCs, digital still cameras (DSC), […]
TE’s novel optical non-contact termini named R&D Top 100 finalist
TE Connectivity (TE) announces its new PRO BEAM EB16 terminus has been named a finalist in the 2015 R&D 100 Awards under the IT/Electrical category. Founded by Advantage Business Media, the goal of the R&D 100 Awards is to identify and celebrate the top 100 most technologically significant products introduced in the past year. The […]
High-speed connector for harsh environment military applications
ODU is announcing its high speed connector solutions as part of the ODU AMC High-Density portfolio to the US market. ODU AMC High-Density is a miniature connector designed for harsh environment applications. It is used extensively in soldier communications and future soldier systems that require weight and space reduction such as: field radios, portable computers, […]
Backplane connectors: What are they and how are they used?
Often referred to simply as a backplane, this special type of printed circuit board is used as a support structure for connecting other PCBs. The backplane connector adds mechanical strength and stability while also acting as a plane for integrating other system components called daughterboards. Daughterboards are connected to the backplane to perform different functions. […]