FCI, Singapore, announced today the extension of its storage family with the 12 G Single Connect Attachment-2 (SCA-2) Connector System. The latest range of SCA-2 connectors allows the hard disk drive to interface with the backplane in enterprise storage systems. The connector design and its PCB footprint is enhanced resulting in improved impedance, insertion and […]
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Molex OptoConnect custom optical enclosures integrate sophisticated fiber circuitry
Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., recently launched its OptoConnect custom optical enclosures to simplify complex fiber optic mapping issues. It uses integrated FlexPlane optical circuitry to provide a complete end-to-end optical management system that interfaces with various manufacturers of high density telecom and datacom equipment used in communications systems. “Advanced network architectures are driving complex fiber optic […]
What are medical connectors
Connections in medical devices encompass a variety of styles, including those that make electrical connections within medical machines and systems, as well as those used to latch and unlatch tubing in medical devices. Connectors are used to transfer power, signal, data or media and can be designed for just one of these operations or as […]
Self-securing push-pull circular connectors for military and medical applications
ODU-USA, Camarillo, Calif., announced the availability of Push-Pull circular connectors on the US market. Thanks to robust construction and proven ODU contact technology, thousands of mating cycles are possible using the Push-Pull circular connectors. The Push-Pull locking system allows the connection to secure itself when mated. The innovative design prevents the connectors from accidental disconnection. […]
Vertical SMT modular jacks from Molex available with Kapton tape
Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., has added Kapton tape to its family of Vertical Surface Mount (SMT) Modular Jacks to aid with automatic vacuum pick-and-place processes on printed circuit boards (PCBs). Delivered in tape and reel packaging, the new options help streamline high-volume production and lower manufacturing costs in the telecommunications, consumer, medical, industrial, and commercial […]
Connector achieves 10 Gbps Ethernet transmission speed
With the ability to transfer up to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps) of data, TURCK’s new M12 X-Code connector increases throughput and efficiency in high-end systems and applications. The M12 X-Code connector offers superior signal strength for high-speed Ethernet data transfers, compared to traditional M12 connectors that support up to 10/100 megabits per second (Mbps) […]
Environmental boot shields connectors from water and dirt
Anderson Power Products® (APP), a leader in high power interconnect solutions, is pleased to announce a new addition to the SB® Environmental Boot Series, with the release of their SB®50 Environmental Boot. Ideal for a wide range applications both indoors and out, the SB® Environmental Boots’ soft shell provides water, dirt, chemical and UV protection […]
Angle solder with minimal “z” profile
Molex Incorporated announced today that its SolderRight TM Direct Solder Terminals are now available to fulfill direct solder wire-to-board designs where a very low profile right angle solder option for wires exiting a PCB is necessary due to severe space constraints. This robust solder terminal enables a secure and reliable connection with a minimal “z” […]
Molded Deutsch and superseal cordsets
Phoenix Contact now offers Deutsch and Superseal connectors as pre-molded cordsets. These connectors are 100-percent factory-tested and ready for use in mobile hydraulic applications. While the Deutsch and Superseal connectors are well established as quality discrete-wired solutions, crimp technology and on-site installation often add to hidden labor costs. The Deutsch connector is the female 2-position […]
Reusable heatless sealing protects connectors and splices in marine environments
TE Connectivity (TE), Harrisburg, Pa. announces its RayOLOn reusable roll-on sealing sleeves. The reusable sealing sleeves are a family of products designed to help protect connectors, electrical cable splices and other cylindrical substrates from harsh environmental elements like salt spray and water moisture. The sealing sleeves save both time and money since they do not […]