As systems and components become smaller and smaller while at the same time requiring greater efficiency and higher speeds, connector miniaturization has become the norm. And with industrial-grade connectors, maintaining reliability and power with compact designs is critical to safe, secure and long-lasting equipment. Meeting the needs of military and medical markets Industries driving this miniaturization […]
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ZIF socket and connectors: What are the advantages?
In my last post, I wrote about the Bendix—Amphenol Bristle Brush connectors that had mating forces of 1.5 oz per contact. (To compare, most dual beam contact designs have mating forces in the range of 5 oz per contact.) High mating forces can be a problem for many connector designs, including IO connectors that are […]
Would you trust your life to a 50-year old connector design?
As they say in Minnesota: “You Betcha!” In the mid-1950s, a Frenchman, Francois Bonhomme, invented a new connector to address the unique needs of the rail industry. The primary concern was maintaining stable electrical contact during the shock and vibration abuse that is routinely experienced during rail travel. The contact was sold through his company, […]
Wire-to-wire connector delivers IP67-rated protection in a compact package from Hirose
Hirose has introduced the DF63W Series, a small wire-to-wire power connector capable of delivering up to 14 Amps. A slim design and all-plastic shell with smooth contour makes the DF63W Series ideal for wiring in small spaces. IP67-rated water-resistant protection is accomplished utilizing a wire seal and housing seal that is pre-assembled in the housing. […]
Hirose expands compact, high-current EnerBee power connector family
Hirose, a manufacturer in the development of innovative connector solutions, has developed the EnerBee family of small, high-power connectors for use in industrial power supply and other power-demanding applications such as servers, medical devices and home electronics. EnerBee connectors combine a compact space-saving design with high-end performance and current ratings from 5A to 50A. This […]
ODU’s Medi-Snap EMC advanced shielded plastic connector
ODU, Camarillo, Calif. is announcing ODU Medi-Snap EMC, the advanced shielded plastic connector solutions, to the US market. Medi-Snap EMC is the newest addition to ODU’s push-pull circular connectors. The advanced medical connector solution is lightweight, autoclavable, sterilizable and it offers a touch-proof housing and reliable EMI protection at the same time. It is available in a wide […]
AVX introduces the lowest profile poke-home connector
AVX Corporation, a manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has introduced the lowest profile poke-home connector currently available on the market. Featuring its industry-proven 2mm dual beam, high spring-force, phosphor bronze poke-home contacts in a sleek 3.0mm pitch by 2.5mm high SMT package, the new horizontal 9296 Series connector is certified to UL 1977 […]
New options added to non-spill quick disconnect designs from CPC
CPC (Colder Products Company), St. Paul, Minn., announces further expansion of its NS1 series quick disconnect couplings with options to simplify connections on the face of equipment and devices. With the recently released panel mount and bulkhead options, OEMs can now easily incorporate into their device the smallest plastic non-spill quick disconnect coupling available on […]
How to choose the right connector for low-pressure fluid handling
by Grant Wilhelm, Senior Design Engineer, Colder Products Co. Selecting the ideal tubing connector can ensure product performance, increase ease of use and add functionality to your product designs. Here’s a three-step guide. A range of products function by transferring liquids or gasses through small-diameter tubing—from patient beds and in vitro diagnostics in the medical […]
ODU’s higher flow rate and operating pressure with air and fluid modules
ODU, is now offering the entire compressed air and fluid range of ODU-MAC with higher flow rates and/or high operating pressure for a wide range of medical, industrial and measurement and testing applications. The electrical connector technology specialists’ in-house development and production increase the flow rate for the compressed air valves by approximately 20%, while […]