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Automotive wire-to-board connector meets low-voltage standard

May 15, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Hirose has developed an automotive wire-to-board connector that meets the GMW3191 standard for low-voltage automotive applications and the ADM-F-0006 vibration test standard to ensure reliability and durability in harsh environments. Featuring a unique contact spring structure for vibration resistance and a rugged center lock that prevents mis-mating, the KM32A Series offers a tensile/pry strength of […]

Filed Under: Automotive, connector components, Lighting, Products, wire-to-board connector Tagged With: Hirose

USB-C connector withstands 5.35 Grms vibration in harsh environments

May 13, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Fischer Connectors has expanded the Fischer UltiMate Series with a pre-cabled USB-C connector featuring the company’s new Ratchet Locking System (RLS). The connector maintains connection stability during vibration and shock for data transfer in sectors including defense, mining, construction, motorsports, and railways. The Fischer UltiMate USB-C connector with RLS combines data transmission capabilities with mechanical […]

Filed Under: connector components, Consumer, Ethernet, Military, Rail, Telecom/Data, USB Type C Tagged With: fischerconnectors

Cable portfolio enables interoperability with nato standard connectors

May 3, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Fischer Connectors introduces an expanded portfolio of cables compatible with Nett Warrior and NATO STANAG 4695/4851 interfaces through Fischer UltiMate 80 connectors. The solution aligns with U.S. Army Next Generation Hub specifications and enables connectivity within battlefield management ecosystems. The new cable options support general-purpose, power, radio, end-user device (EUD), and specialized device connections. These […]

Filed Under: connector components, Military, Products Tagged With: fischerconnectors

SMA connectors deliver 9 GHz frequency in 165 °C environments

May 2, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce new high-performance SMA connectors suited for use with versatile high-frequency 0.81 mm cable or 1.32 mm Double Shielded cable. These SMA plugs feature a threaded coupling mechanism ensuring a secure connection even in rigorous applications. The connectors are tested for up to 500 mating cycles, guaranteeing durability and reliability. […]

Filed Under: Aerospace, Antennas, connector components, Telecom/Data Tagged With: AmphenolRF

Cable assembly mounts next to high-speed ICs

April 29, 2025 By Martin Rowe Leave a Comment

The Si-Fly cable assembly from Samtec lets you mount connectors to a board while going under cooling components. High-speed digital ICs such as microprocessors, GPUs, ASICs, and electrical-to-optical converters need clean signals, and they generate lots of heat. To minimize the PCB traces where signals travel, engineers need to mount cables as close to the […]

Filed Under: Cable assemblies, connector components, copper, wire-to-board connector Tagged With: samtec

High-density automotive connector features 0.3 mm pitch

April 28, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Hirose Electric has launched one of the industry’s smallest back-flip FPC connectors for automotive and other harsh environment applications. With a low profile of 1.2 mm and a space-saving 0.3 mm pitch (0.6 mm mounting pitch), the FH79 Series offers a reduction in width of approximately 40% compared to standard 0.5 mm pitch connectors. The […]

Filed Under: Automotive, connector components, Products, Robotics Tagged With: hiroseelectric

New compactPCI specification supports PCIe gen4 with 16 GT/s data rates

April 23, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

PICMG announces the release of CompactPCI Serial Revision 3 (CPCI-S.0 R3.0). With the third revision of the standard, the organization is ensuring future viability and scalability for many years to come. CompactPCI Serial was originally developed as an extension of the open CompactPCI standard to meet the demand for robust, modular, and powerful computer systems […]

Filed Under: Automation, connector components, Ethernet, Industrial, Products Tagged With: picmg

Circular connectors support 10 Gbps Ethernet

April 17, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Hirose has expanded its popular LF Series of shielded high-speed Ethernet connectors to include a Cat.6a version supporting 10Gbps. The compact LF Cat6A Series features a simple yet reliable bayonet lock mechanism for vibration resistance and easy operation, setting it apart from traditional screw-on industrial connectors. Featuring a rugged metal shell, the LF Cat6A Series connector […]

Filed Under: connector components, Ethernet, Industrial, Products Tagged With: Hirose

Connector minimizes carbon-ink scraping and paste damage

April 17, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Hirose has launched a compact carbon-ink-circuit (CIC) connector that features a unique contact design to prevent carbon-ink scraping and paste damage. Designed for harsh environment applications including automotive systems, the highly reliable FH52C Series CIC connector utilizes a 110 degree robust flip-lock actuator for a quick, easy and secure assembly. With a 1.0mm pitch, 2.0mm mating […]

Filed Under: connector components, Products Tagged With: Hirose

Ethernet connectors feature IPX7/X8 waterproof rating for industrial use

April 9, 2025 By Redding Traiger Leave a Comment

Hirose has expanded its popular LF Series of shielded high-speed Ethernet connectors to include a Cat.6a version supporting 10Gbps. The compact LF Cat6A Series features a simple yet reliable bayonet lock mechanism for vibration resistance and easy operation, setting it apart from traditional screw-on industrial connectors. Featuring a rugged metal shell, the LF Cat6A Series connector […]

Filed Under: connector components, Ethernet, Industrial, Products Tagged With: Hirose

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