Molex has released a new report on miniaturization in product design that highlights the cross-disciplinary engineering design and manufacturing expertise required to integrate an onslaught of increasingly sophisticated features and functionality into constantly shrinking device footprints. The report, “Mastering Miniaturization, Expert Perspectives,” offers insights on how to navigate top trade-offs when meeting the cost and space […]
Medical
Connectors and adapters handle 10 kV/20 kV
Fairview Microwave recently released a series of 10 kV and 20 kV connectors and adapters. They are suitable for a wide range of uses, including imaging inspection, test and measurement, and medical and aerospace applications. This new line of hermetically sealed 10 kV and 20 kV connectors and adapters offers decreased rates of off-gassing and diffusion. Made with […]
6080 connector with V-Lock power cords rated IP54 under load
Schurter announces the first-of-its-kind IEC C14 connector series 6080 with mating C13 V-Lock power cords for protection against dust and water ingress. The new power entry combination provides an IP54 rating when power is connected during equipment operation, as well as an IP67 rating between the connector and the appliance. Ingress protection of particles and […]
Harwin & MSA Components sign German distribution deal
Harwin is bringing greater strength to its German supply chain through a new strategic partnership with MSA Components. The agreement allows MSA to offer all the latest products from Harwin’s extensive portfolio – including the cutting-edge Gecko, Datamate, Kona, and M300 series connectors. With a 75-year history of supporting technological developments, MSA Components is a […]
Waterproof USB connector with two new versions
Hirose has expanded its rugged, waterproof USB 2.0 Type-C connector offering to include two new variants. The new IP8X-rated CX90MW6 mid-mount and IPX4-rated CX90BW top mount connectors deliver rugged performance in a wide range of consumer, industrial, and automotive applications. Rated to IPX8 and IPX4 respectively, the waterproof connectors include a front sealing gasket that […]
Why and how are medical connectors and standards different?
Medical connectors are different because medical applications are different. Medical systems require high reliability like industrial systems, but they have unique challenges where failure or unreliable operation can be life-threatening. A few examples include: Materials qualified for medical connectors are often specified to prevent bacteria growth and ensure that the connection system withstands sterilization or […]
Stainless steel enclosure for low-profile panel interface connectors
A Panel Interface Connector (PIC) also known as a programming port is a device that typically mounts to the outside of a control panel housing a PLC, computer, or other typed of programmable device. Once in place, the PIC, which houses convenient pass-through connections, allows quick, easy, safe access to the controls inside the cabinet […]
Standard self-latching multipole connectors with alignment key
The LEMO B Series offers a modular, ergonomic, rugged and reliable circular multipole connector for applications needing quick and secure Push-Pull latching. They are suitable for test and measurement, instrumentation, medical devices, research and audio/video applications. The modular insert configurations include a wide range of high-density multi-pole or hybrid electrical contacts. Contacts can be of […]
ODU Medi-Snap disposable receptacles for medical applications
ODU is introducing to the market new disposable receptacles to the ODU Medi-Snap portfolio, an Advanced Plastic Connector series. The ODU Medi-Snap is a plastic lightweight push-pull and break-away connector. This connector series is 75% lighter than comparable metal connectors, it is autoclavable, sterilizable, has high chemical resistance. IEC 60601-1 versions or configurations are also […]
Backwards compatible punch down plugs support 25 and 40 Gbps
Stewart Connector, a Bel group company, announces Category 8.1 RJ45 punch down plugs that support 25 and 40 Gbps Ethernet transmission speeds over balanced twisted pair copper cabling. They are designed to meet Category 8.1 performance standards in applications as defined by ISO/IEC 11801-1:2017 and ANSI/TIA-568.2-D and are suitable for military, medical equipment and data […]