ExBII series electrical connectors are anti-explosion electrical connectors designed for petroleum top drive systems (mechanical device on a drilling rig that provides clockwise torque to the drill string to facilitate the process of drilling a borehole). They are flame-proof and the ingress protection level is IP 68. These highly reliable connectors can be used in both the top […]
Oil/Gas
Turck releases overmolded J1939 Deutsch connectivity solution
Turck has released an overmolded J1939 Deutsh connectivity solution. The fully assembled solution increases longevity and durability while reducing installation time. The newly designed offering provides an ideal solution for mobile equipment and oil and gas applications, where environmental factors such as shock, vibration, cold temperatures, moisture, and oils can affect performance. Thanks to its […]
12-Pin power connectors optimized for harsh environments
CDM Electronics now stocks Binder-USA’s newly designed member of the HEC (Harsh Environment Connector) family. Engineered to deliver uncompromised performance in demanding environmental conditions, the new 12-pin HEC circular connectors offer power interconnect solutions to a variety of commercial, industrial, agricultural, military and aerospace applications. These lightweight-plastic cable connectors are UL and VDE Certified, and […]
M8 vs. M12 Connectors: How to select and implement
by Tim Senkbeil, Product Line Manager, Lumberg Automation, a Belden company A historical perspective on how M8 and M12 connectors became the backbone of today’s industrial automation systems and how they can improve your system design The year 2015 marks the 30th anniversary of the M12 sealed interconnect system. Over those 30 years, the M12 […]
Fischer Connectors & Holden Technologies support the Oil & Gas Industry
In the heart of the oil & gas industry in Texas, Fischer Connectors and Holden Technologies have teamed up to bring rugged, reliable interconnect solutions to the region.
TE Connectivity acquires underwater connector provider
TE Connectivity Ltd. has signed agreed to acquire the SEACON group, a provider of underwater connector technology and systems, for $490 million in cash. The SEACON group serves the military marine and sub-sea sectors for remotely operated vehicles (ROV) / autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV), oil and gas, environmental and oceanographic applications. “The acquisition of the […]
Latching Micro-D connectors for high shock and vibration
Omnetics Connector Corp. now offers its new and improved latching Micro-D connector, which can be mated or un-mated without the need for a screwdriver or hand tools. Built to meet or exceed the testing specified in MIL-DTL-83513 specifications, the small, lightweight, high strength latching Micro-D connectors have passed extensive shock and vibration testing, and are […]
