Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., has added Kapton tape to its family of Vertical Surface Mount (SMT) Modular Jacks to aid with automatic vacuum pick-and-place processes on printed circuit boards (PCBs). Delivered in tape and reel packaging, the new options help streamline high-volume production and lower manufacturing costs in the telecommunications, consumer, medical, industrial, and commercial […]
Electrical/Instrumentation
Environmental boot shields connectors from water and dirt
Anderson Power Products® (APP), a leader in high power interconnect solutions, is pleased to announce a new addition to the SB® Environmental Boot Series, with the release of their SB®50 Environmental Boot. Ideal for a wide range applications both indoors and out, the SB® Environmental Boots’ soft shell provides water, dirt, chemical and UV protection […]
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 […]
FCI Showcases Comprehensive Suite of Connector Solutions
FCI, a supplier of connectors and interconnect systems, will showcase a wide-ranging suite of IT storage connectors and high-speed I/O solutions at the Flash Memory Summit 2014. The summit brings together key technology players, including FCI, and new designs for many products in the consumer electronics, IT and industrial markets. One of the highlights of […]
Thomas & Betts Compression Connector Brands Become Blackburn®
Thomas & Betts has combined its two brands of compression connectors, Blackburn® and Color-Keyed®, into one brand, Blackburn® Featuring the Color-Keyed® System, to capitalize on industry recognition of both brands. Blackburn® Compression Connectors are widely used in the construction industry, while Color-Keyed® Compression Connectors are favored among maintenance electricians in industrial plants, said Chad Smith, […]
Newark element14 Offers New Amphenol RF Connector Line
Newark element14 is stocking Amphenol RF’s new line of high-density (HD) BNC connectors. The products deliver true 50 and 75-ohm performance in a footprint 51 percent smaller than traditional BNC connectors with four times the density. Engineered to enhance the performance of mechanical and electrical devices, the new line features the push-and-turn interface of a […]
Electrical connector dives deep for underwater applications
The Submariner series of subsurface wet- and dry-mate connectors from Amphenol Industrial Global Operations, Sidney, N.Y., are underwater electrical connectors that can be used in depths to 6,000 m (underwater pressure to 600 bar). The connector is ideal for use by the military and government, diving equipment manufacturers, remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and autonomous underwater […]
Koch Industries to Buy Molex
Molex Incorporated (NASDAQ: MOLX, MOLXA announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Koch Industries, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Koch Industries will acquire all of Molex’s outstanding shares, including the Common Stock (MOLX), the Class A Common Stock (MOLXA) and the Class B Common Stock, for $38.50 […]
Lumberg Automation Wash-down Connectors from Belden
Belden Inc. announces new Lumberg Automation brand wash-down connectors. Optionally available as single-ended or double-ended actuator/sensor cord sets, these connectors come with an M8 or M12 thread and a hexagonal stainless steel coupling nut. Resistant to aggressive chemicals and cleaning agents, these new connectors have an operating temperature range of -40 to +105°C. They also […]
