RF and high-speed digital signals have brought on the development of new liquid crystal polymer materials used in connectors, PCBs, and other interconnects. Liquid crystal polymers (LCPs) are experiencing a surge in demand resulting from high-speed communications technologies, particularly fine-pitch components such as high-frequency connectors, board-to-board connectors, and low-pass insulation supporters, or dipoles on active […]
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Tiny, 0.8 mm-pitch board-to-board connectors target high-density industrial systems
Harwin announces the Archer .8 series. With a 5mm stack height, these dual-row 0.8mm-pitch board-to-board connectors are intended for uses where there is very limited available space and cost-effectiveness is equally important. These include factory automation and environmental monitoring equipment, smart meters, point-of-sales units, servers/data center hardware, and battery management systems in electric vehicles. The […]
High density FPC-to-board/board-to-board connectors support USB4 Gen2 transmission
Hirose has designed an innovative FPC-to-board/board-to-board connector series that offers high density mounting and space-savings. Supporting USB4 Gen2 (10Gbps) transmission for a wide range of portable electronic and consumer devices, the DF40 Series combines a 0.4 mm pitch with a mounting depth of only 3.68 mm. The robust DF40 Series connector features a superior stamped […]
Floating BTB connector designed for automotive powertrains
Hirose has developed a narrow pitch board-to-board connector ideally suited for internal connection of automotive powertrains including motor controllers. Combining shock and vibration resistance with high heat resistance up to 140°, the FX26 series connector delivers high reliability in harsh environment applications. Supporting a floating range of ±0.7 mm in the XY direction and ±0.75 […]
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 […]
High-power pin and socket connectors for high current rating data communication
TE Connectivity has unveiled its new high-power pin and socket product portfolio, addressing high current rating demands from high-speed board-to-board and board-to-busbar data communication applications. The new portfolio currently includes ICCON Block and ICCON Insert connectors. These new products can offer flexible design options and a floating feature for easy installation for applications up to […]
Board-to-board battery connectors for high operating temperatures
AVX Corp. has extended its well-proven range of board-to-board battery connectors with the addition of the new 9155-250 Series, which — like the rest of the 9155 family — delivers high-reliability electrical and mechanical connectivity in harsh, high-temperature medical, industrial, networking, and consumer electronics applications for up to 5,000 mating cycles. The new 9155-250 Series […]
Kyocera miniaturizes electronics connector by 5% for wearables
Kyocera Corp. announced its new 5811 series board-to-board connectors have been miniaturized to be about 50% smaller than conventional products and optimized for wearable devices. The 5811 Series connectors feature a 0.35 mm-pitch to save space, perform well in high current and are highly durable. Samples are available globally now. The demand for wearable devices […]
Durable 1.27-mm pitch industrial connectors with cable assemblies
Harwin has expanded its Archer Kontrol board-to-board industrial connector portfolio to meet cable-to-board requirements. Based on customer feedback, the company has just introduced off-the-shelf IDC cable assembly options to accompany the existing discrete connector components. These are available now direct from stock through Harwin’s global network of distributors. On each of these assemblies, a ribbon […]
Heilind Electronics introduces Amphenol ICC’s shielded board-to-board connectors
Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Amphenol ICC, is now stocking the manufacturer’s new FCI Basics BergStak shielded connector line. These self-aligning connectors feature a 0.8 mm double-row contact pitch, conserving printed circuit board space. One of the key advantages of the new line is its superior EMI/EMC shielding. The connectors offer significantly reduced coupling […]
