The US Air Force and a major defense contractor tapped Caton Connector Corp. of Kingston, Mass., to supply high-voltage connectors and cable assemblies for an exceptionally demanding mission-critical application: the Milstar Satellite Communications System. The mission of Milstar, according to the Air Force, is to provide “the President, Secretary of Defense, and the U.S. armed forces with assured, survivable satellite […]
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TE Connectivity’s O.C.H. micro circular connectors meet U.S. Army standards
TE Connectivity (TE) has released its O.C.H. micro circular connectors, in accordance with standards specified by the U.S. Army’s Nett Warrior program. TE designed its circular connectors to meet these rigorous performance requirements, and they are now the second authorized source of Nett Warrior connectors for use in Nett Warrior soldier systems and peripheral devices. […]
Fischer Connectors launches military microsite
Fischer Connectors has launched a new microsite dedicated strictly to connectors used in military applications. It features new videos, application examples showing how the company’s connectors fit into the bigger picture, easy access to military-specific literature and more. The website has special tabs focused on specific applications—the Dismounted Solider, Ground, Aerospace, and Marine—with looks at […]
TE Connectivity provides high-speed connections for OnTime Networks
TE Connectivity (TE) and OnTime Networks (OnTime) have announced their collaboration in the release of OnTime’s new Cloudberry MIL/AER CM/CR-6200 series rugged ETHERNET switch, router and network time server. Each CM/CR-6200 switch/router/network time server uses up to 12 CeeLok FAS-T connectors from TE, providing either 12 10/100/1000BASE-TX ports or eight 10/100/1000BASE-TX ports and four 10GbE […]
Amphenol Socapex introduces 38999 reduced flange connector
Designed for reduced spaces in military and aviation applications, the new 38999 reduced flange receptacle from Amphenol Socapex combines space and weight savings with the performance of a MIL-DTL-38999 series III connector. Its innovative design reduces the footprint surface by 41%. It is also 20% lighter than a standard MIL-DTL-38999 series III connector. The connector […]
Omnetics Connector Corporation launches Quick Lock USB 3.0
Omnetics Connector Corp. has launched its new “Quick Lock” USB 3.0. Unlike anything else previously engineered by Omnetics, there are no flex pins or sockets in the Quick Lock USB 3.0. In fact, Quick Lock USB 3.0 encompasses SuperSpeed “Type A” connectors sealed inside of a rugged, battlefield tested and proven IP67 housing to ensure users […]
CDM offering TopFlite Components’ military and commercial connectors
CDM Electronics now offers TopFlite Components’ extensive portfolio of commercial-grade, military-equivalent backshells and adapters, protective covers, connector accessories, harsh environment connectors, and shield termination products. The robust parts are specifically engineered to satisfy all applicable performance and safety requirements to support MOG (Marine Oil and Gas), aerospace, military, transit, and medical market sectors. TopFlite Components’ […]
ODU-USA’s Mini-Snap push-pull connectors are available in 48 hours
ODU-USA announced that its advanced ODU MINI-SNAP miniature push-pull connector solution are available with 48-hour availability to the US market. ODU MINI-SNAP is a circular connector solution with push-pull locking and metal housing. The L and K Series from this advanced product line are now available in 48 hours. Additional product features include: high connector […]
ECCO (Electronic Connector Co.) now fully qualified to assemble Mil-Std D38999 connectors from Aero/Conesys
ECCO (Electronic Connector Co.) announced that it has received approval by the DLA (Defense Logistics Agency) & Aero Conesys to build military standard series III in the D38999 family of electronic connectors. Located in Chicago, ECCO is an authorized partner of leading electronic suppliers. The company provides products and value added assembly services to OEMs […]
BMA connectors and adapters from Pasternack feature low VSWR
Pasternack has released a new line of 52 BMA connectors and adapters with maximum operating frequency of 22 GHz. They are designed for blind mating, rack and panels, phased array systems, RF backplanes and high-speed switching. This new product line is made up of 45 connectors with VSWR as low as 1.2:1, and 7 adapters […]