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6080 connector with V-Lock power cords rated IP54 under load

September 14, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Schurter 6080-Connector_V-Lock-Power-Cord

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 […]

Filed Under: DW sync, Markets, Medical Tagged With: Schurter

Harwin & MSA Components sign German distribution deal

August 10, 2022 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Aerospace, connector components, Medical, Military, Oil/Gas Tagged With: harwin, msacomponents

Waterproof USB connector with two new versions

July 18, 2022 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Automotive, connector components, DW sync, EE sync, Industrial, IoT, Medical, Products Tagged With: Hirose

Why and how are medical connectors and standards different?

March 30, 2022 By Jeff Shepard 1 Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: EE sync, Electronics, FAQ, Featured, Markets, Medical Tagged With: faq

Stainless steel enclosure for low-profile panel interface connectors

July 21, 2021 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: connector components, DW sync, EE sync, Enclosures, Medical, Products Tagged With: Mencom

Standard self-latching multipole connectors with alignment key

July 15, 2021 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

LEMO-Product_1_Bseries

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 […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Electrical/Instrumentation, Markets, Medical Tagged With: lemousa

ODU Medi-Snap disposable receptacles for medical applications

May 25, 2021 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

ODU Medi-Snap receptacles for medical

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 […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Markets, Medical, Products Tagged With: oduusa

Backwards compatible punch down plugs support 25 and 40 Gbps

March 23, 2021 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Stewart connector Cat-8.1-RJ45-Punch-Down-Plugs

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 […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Markets, Medical, Military, Telecom/Data Tagged With: stewartconnector

SFP, SFP-DD, QSFP, QSFP-DD & OSFP Pluggable interconnects – a 2021 update

February 17, 2021 By Ed Cady Leave a Comment

pluggable interconnects

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, […]

Filed Under: Automotive, EE sync, Electrical/Instrumentation, Electronics, FAQ, Featured, Industrial, Markets, Medical, optical

Connectors now support Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a performance levels

December 22, 2020 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: connector components, Industrial, marine, Medical, Military, Products, Telecom/Data Tagged With: stewartconnector

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