Amphenol Industrial Global Operations announces that its NEPTUNE connectors are now listed to UL1682. These connectors, with ratings from 30 A to 400 A at 600 V, are offered in plugs, mount receptacles and inline receptacles. Featuring Amphenol’s Starline series contact system, which allows for more amperage and voltage through a smaller connector, the enhanced […]
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Compact power connector is V-lock compatible
Compact KEA series power entry module, with 1- or 2-pole fuseholder, from Schurter, Santa Rosa Calif., now mates with V-Lock cord sets, to help prevent unintended disconnection of the power from the equipment. Unlike wire bail or clamp accessories, no additional costly hardware is necessary to install the cord retaining system. The cord set safely […]
Elastimold ComboT Integral Separable Connectors
Elastimold ComboT Integral Separable Connectors from Thomas & Betts are now available with 25/28kV rating, making it compatible with a wider range of utilities applications. Elastimold ComboT Integral Separable Connectors accommodate multiple cables in one connector, providing the shortest elbow stack height in the industry and eliminating the need to modify or replace entire enclosures. […]
Nano connectors offer speeds to 2 Gb/sec
Omnetics’ Nano miniature Bi-lobe connectors are designed and connected to impedance controlled cable systems to provide high quality signal integrity for high-speed Gigabit signal processing needs between components and systems in highly rugged environments, such as helicopter systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and other military applications. They reduce space and weight. While previous versions of micro-connectors […]
Harting releases PushPull signal connectors and expanded RFID transponders
Harting North America, Elgin, Ill., has expanded its PushPull device connector family and its RFID transponder lineup with VT92, optimized for use in North America. The PushPull family features a new 10 pole PushPull Signal for delivery of analog, low voltage and bus signals in all power ranges. Ten contacts transmit rated currents of 5 […]
NSX connector features 3-points contact technology
Arinc 600 NSX receptacle connector from Radiall, Tempe, Ariz., features selective gold plating and new monoblock insert technology that helps reduce costs, without compromising performance. A unique 3-points contact technology provides better electrical connection and more efficient re-alignment of the pin contacts. The insert supports basic movement of the contacts inside the cavity to provide […]
Are tin-plated connectors OK for my application?
Many electronic connectors are gold plated. Gold plating increases conductivity, especially at low voltages, protects the surface from corrosion, and increases the connector cycle life. But with gold at more than $1400 per ounce, using gold adds expense, especially if it can be avoided in your application. For example, you won’t find gold plating on […]
Hybrid Connector Now Offers Higher Flow in Same Package
Colder Products Company (CPC), a provider of quick disconnect couplings and fittings for plastic tubing, announces the expansion of its Hybrid Connector platform. CPC now offers the hybrid with four times the flow capacity and higher pressure capabilities. Colder’s Hybrid Connectors integrate air lines, electrical connections and fluid lines into a single, compact connection point […]
Modular connectors simplify machine design
When I attended PackExpo last month, my first booth visit was with Craig Zagorski, Applications Manager for Automation/Machinery, at Harting Inc. Zagorski gave me a history of the German-founded company, and introduced me to the variety of components that it manufactures. Interestingly enough, the company got its start as a hardware store that turned to […]
Wire-to-wire connectors for on-engine applications
MX150 sealed connectors from Molex Inc., Lisle Ill., have been expanded to support low-level signal and power applications for on-engine automotive, commercial vehicles and off-road construction equipment. These panel-mount and twist-lock sealed bulkhead connectors and backshells are designed to meet or exceed requirements for USCAR-2 Class 3 (–40 to 125°C) operating environments. MX150 panel-mount connectors […]
