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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Connectors now support Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a performance levels
Stewart Connector expands the SealJack Cable Applied Connector series to support Cat 6a applications. The SealJack Cable Applied Connector series now supports Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a performance levels through IP67 plug kits, cable assemblies, and cable applied jacks. The SealJack Cable Applied Connector series is a unique IP67 rated connector system that offers versatility and reliable […]
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, […]
IP69-rated circular connectors ensure connectivity and reliability
Mencom has announced that most circular connector product lines are now IP69 rated. The products include cordsets, receptacles and accessories for MIN size I, II and III (Brad Mini-Change Connectors), MDC (M12 with A-code), MEC (M12 with B-code), MAC (1/2”-20 with C-code), Ethernet (M12 with D-code), and Network Bus series. IP (Ingress Protection) rating is […]
Anti-vandal switches with wired leads now available at Heilind Electronics
Heilind Electronics has expanded its ULV anti-vandal switch series from E-Switch with three prewired options. ULV series anti-vandal switches are designed for applications that are subjected to harsh use. These durable and robust push-button switches feature 19 mm (ULV4 series), 22 mm (ULV7 series), and 25 mm (ULV8 series) panel cutouts and multiple switch functions. […]
ERNI Electronics realigns operations to contribute to COVID-19 fight
ERNI Electronics has realigned operations to support production of cable assemblies needed for essential medical equipment in the fight against COVID-19. The group has customers adjusting orders, pulling in typical annual volumes in mere weeks and ERNI has adjusted priorities and staffing to support them. A strong supply chain and a realignment of both physical […]
Hirose expedites shipments to medical equipment manufacturers in fight against COVID-19
Hirose is prioritizing and expediting orders to medical equipment manufacturers. Hirose’s connectors are being used in medical equipment vital to the fight against COVID-19, including ventilators. Hirose has been tasked with increasing connector output and lowering lead times of connectors used in life-saving medical equipment. “With many critical medical devices in short supply, Hirose has been […]
FPC connector features short mounting depth to save space
Hirose has expanded its compact flexible printed circuit (FPC) / flexible flat cable (FFC) connector product portfolio to meet the demands of portable device manufacturers. The TF13 Series back flip FPC / FFC connector features a small 0.4 mm pitch, 0.9 mm height, and 3.0 mm mounting depth that minimizes PCB mounting area requirements. The […]
Silicone cable assemblies for up to 500 autoclave cycles
ODU is introducing to the US market the new silicone over mold cable assembly solutions. The ODU silicone system solutions consists of connector, cables assembly over molding and optional individual laser labeling. The new silicone over mold technology has a no stick-slip effect, which makes these solutions easy to clean, and has up to 500 […]
Wire-to-board power cable plugs and assemblies deliver up to 12.5 A per pin
TE Connectivity has launched an expanded portfolio of ELCON Micro wire-to-board products, which provides a high current up to 12.5 A per pin in the common industry footprint of 3.0 mm, and now includes custom cable assemblies and a cable plug solution for design flexibility. These new products complement TE’s ELCON Micro connectors, which were […]
