Ethernet’s Alliance Technical Exploration Forum was a very successful online video conference with an excellent question and answer sections. This was a 150+ page 10 hour rich experience meet up with perspectives of different industry leaders. A key consensus takeaway was: due to currently unattainable SerDes power & cooling practical limits, Co-Packaged Optical interconnects will […]
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High voltage connector system compact design for EVs
Automotive manufacturers are more frequently looking for smart and high-performing components able to meet the specific high-voltage requirements found in next generation hybrid and electric vehicles. To meet this need, TE Connectivity has developed the HC-STAK 25 High Voltage (HV) Interconnection System, a compact, robust and reliable high-performance connector solution to efficiently carry power from […]
FPC/FFC connector offers increased retention force
Hirose has launched a back flip FPC/FCC connector with increased retention force. The high FPC/FFC retention force in addition to the back flip design makes the FH34D Series ideal for curved routing of FPC/FFC. Featuring a simple, actuator lock with an easy two-step operation, the FH34D series has a high FPC retention force of 7.8 […]
Understanding the MIL-STD-1553B bus
by Duane Teachout, Product Manager, Cinch Connectivity Solutions Despite being over 50 years old, the MIL-STD-1553B bus is still widely used, which is probably because it is really good at its job. If you’re new to the standard, read on to learn more about its features, the terminology used and how to get the most […]
SFP, SFP-DD, QSFP, QSFP-DD & OSFP Pluggable interconnects – a 2021 update
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, […]
0.5mm-pitch floating board-to-board connectors boasts 16 Gpbs high-speed transmission
Kyocera Corporation has introduced a new 0.5mm-pitch floating board-to-board connector series (F/P*1 = 170%) for high-speed 16Gbps data transmission. Sold under the 5652 Series designation, the new connectors can float within ±0.85mm for easy and accurate mating. They are available now. Furthermore, the 5652 Series are Kyocera’s first connectors to use the new “FloXY” brand […]
Space-saving connectors offer high-bandwidth automotive connectivity
Amphenol RF is proud to introduce the Automate Mini-FAKRA connector series, the latest in automotive interconnect technology. This series offers a space-conscious, high-performance interface which is critical to the next generation of vehicle applications. Supporting up to 20 Gbps data transmission, they reduce installation requirements by up to 80% compared to previous FAKRA products. The […]
TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors now available
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors are now available to customers. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, the high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range […]
MIL-SPEC-qualified protective covers for 38999 series IV connectors
TE Connectivity is introducing its Deutsch 38999 series IV metal protective connector covers. TE is one of the first MIL-SPEC-qualified suppliers to offer these protective covers, which gives aerospace and defense customers an alternative to more expensive commercial versions. TE’s metal protective connector covers are designed to help protect connectors in their unmated condition from […]
USB A connectors tested to 10,000 – 20,000 mating cycles
GCT has launched two USB A connectors with extended mating cycles and enhanced current rating over standard products. The USB1130 and USB1135 are the latest additions to the USB range and are perfect for fast charging and high traffic applications. The USB1130 is a USB-A 2.0 connector tested to 10,000 mating cycles, and the USB1135 […]
