LQ6 series connectors from Colder Products Co. (CPC), St. Paul, Minn., are designed specifically for liquid cooling applications, featuring a new patent-pending valve technology that helps deliver reliability, security and ease-of-use to cooling applications where a drip-free connection is critical. “The rugged and robust design of the new LQ6 Series makes it possible for the […]
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Compact power connector is V-lock compatible
Compact KEA series power entry module, with 1- or 2-pole fuseholder, from Schurter, Santa Rosa Calif., now mates with V-Lock cord sets, to help prevent unintended disconnection of the power from the equipment. Unlike wire bail or clamp accessories, no additional costly hardware is necessary to install the cord retaining system. The cord set safely […]
Harting releases PushPull signal connectors and expanded RFID transponders
Harting North America, Elgin, Ill., has expanded its PushPull device connector family and its RFID transponder lineup with VT92, optimized for use in North America. The PushPull family features a new 10 pole PushPull Signal for delivery of analog, low voltage and bus signals in all power ranges. Ten contacts transmit rated currents of 5 […]
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 […]
Molex continues strong growth in medical applications
Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., announced today that in fiscal year 2013 it experienced double-digit growth in its global medical business, due mostly to an expanded product portfolio and customer base. The company will showcase solutions for applications in implantable invasive, diagnostic imaging, therapeutic, surgical and patient monitoring at MD&M Minneapolis, October 29 – 30, booth […]
Molex acquires German connector, cable assembly manufacturer
As it works to strengthen its global reach, Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., announced today it will acquire FCT Electronics Group, Munich, Germany, a manufacturer of custom mixed-layout connectors and cable assemblies. According to Tim Ruff, Molex senior vice president of business development and corporate strategy, this is a strategic acquisition that will help expand Molex’s presence […]
Colder releases smallest, non-spill medical connector
The big news from Colder Products Co. at MD&M East last week was with its latest product announcement—the NS1 series of quick disconnect couplings. The NS1 is the smallest plastic, non-spill quick disconnect coupling available today, says the company, and it provides a secure, reliable connect and disconnect in a user-friendly, compact footprint. I stopped […]