Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., recently introduced the EXTreme OrthoPower orthogonal direct-power connector system designed for routing power to backplane line cards in networking and telecommunications applications. The new EXTreme OrthoPower system uses a dedicated power card to power each line card for 30.0A in-and-out-routing, delivering a total of 60.0 A per module via split-blade technology. […]
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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 […]
High-speed mezzanine connectors from TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity (TE), Harrisburg, Pa., has launched new extensions to its rugged, high-speed Mezalok mezzanine connector family. The new extensions include a stack height of 15 mm and a new 320 position size, which fill a height gap and add additional pin density. The Mezalok connector family has been designed specifically for mezzanine cards in […]
Optical cable connectors for harsh environments
Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., announced availability of its Expanded-Beam Ruggedized Optical Cable Assemblies, delivering highly reliable interconnects for use in harsh environments including aerospace and defense tactical communications, security communications, outside broadcast, petrochemical plant, mining and offshore systems. These easy-to-use connectors require minimal cleaning and deliver repeatable, error-free optical transmissions. They can also withstand thousands […]
Luer connector simplifies medical testing processes
FasTest Inc., Minneapolis, introduces its new LuerMate connector series, designed to provide seamless connection to all standard female medical Luer configurations. Featuring a simple-to-use, sleeve operation that eliminates repetitive twisting and turning, FasTest’s LuerMate connectors simplify testing processes and improve productivity for medical Luer testing applications. Utilizing mechanical actuation, the LuerMate connector series minimizes production […]
Molex zCD™ AOC Interface Scalable Up To 400 Gbps
The interface of the recently released Molex Incorporated zCD™ active optical cable (AOC) interconnect solution has been selected by CDFP MSA as the interface for the consortium’s 400 Gbps hot pluggable module. The zCD AOC assembly will be highlighted at Molex booth 3863, OFC 2014, March 11-13, San Francisco, CA. “We are pleased to bring […]
Connector consortium releases mechanical specs for 400 Gbps interface
The CDFP MSA has released draft mechanical specifications and a drawing for the new CDFP 400 Gbps interface. Designed for resource intensive applications in telecommunications, networking and enterprise computing environments, the compact 400 Gbps connector form factor will enable data rates of 25 Gbps over 16 lanes with excellent signal integrity, thermal cooling properties, and […]
Molex Introduces Vertical Configuration DuraClik™ Connectors
Molex Incorporated has released a vertical configuration version of its DuraClik™ 2.00mm pitch wire-to-board connectors. The new vertical DuraClik connector is designed for on-board automotive instrumentation, including steering wheels, shift levers, wiper/blinker levers, headlights, inverters and air conditioners, in addition to electric bicycles, trucks, cranes, factory automation equipment and other high vibration applications. “DuraClik connectors […]
HARTING to offer 3D-MID design for interconnect devices
HARTING, Elgin, Ill., has brought its one-stop shopping concept for designing and manufacturing 3D-MID components to North America. Now, customers can work with a North American-based HARTING specialist, which simplifies the entire development-through-production process. 3D-MID (3D Molded Interconnect Device) components are injection-molded plastic parts with integrated electrical circuits. These circuits can be arranged on the […]
Molex Showcased NeoScaleTM High-Speed Mezzanine System at DesignCon
Molex Incorporated announced its NeoScaleTM High-Speed Mezzanine System at DesignCon 2014, January 28-31, Santa Clara Convention Center in California. Delivering remarkably clean signal integrity at data rates of 28+ Gbps, the modular mezzanine interconnect is designed for high-density printed circuit board (PCB) mezzanine applications with limited PCB real estate. Industry applications include enterprise networking towers, […]