Connection failures can be caused by various reasons, such as excess temperature, excess current or voltage, mechanical shock, stress and impact. Sometimes, however, the failure is caused by the careless access of unauthorized or unlicensed personnel to the connectors, which could lead to injuries or downtime. This could cause significant loss in time and money. […]
Products
Amphenol RF Expands MCX Product Line
Amphenol RF has introduced an expansion to its line of MCX interconnects. Recognized for their small package size and dependable performance, MCX connectors are a popular choice among engineers and application designers. The extended line of PCB jacks are available in straight, right-angle, or edge-mount configurations, with options for surface or through-hole mounting. All parts […]
New range of 38999 Series III connectors with integrated backshell
All-in-one 38999 connectors Souriau (a world leader in the design and manufacture of harsh-environment interconnect solutions) andSunbank (a world leader in the design and manufacture of backshells) have combined their skills andexpertise to create this all-new 38999 connector with an integrated backshell. This all-in-one interconnectsolution answers the growing need in the aviation and defense industries […]
Molex debuts 2X2 PoE 2.5 GbE multi-port magnetic modular jacks
Molex has introduced a 2X2 PoE 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Multi-Port Magnetic Modular Jack, or Integrated Connector Module (ICM), joining the previously released 2X4 configuration. Currently, no other magnetic modular jack delivers 2.5 GbE and 30W over 2-pair PoE in a single configuration. “The advent of 2.5 GbE creates an opportunity to increase network speeds […]
Updated NeoScale High-Speed Mezzanine System
Molex has updated its NeoScale High-Speed Mezzanine System to deliver faster data rates and improved performance. Offering clean signal integrity at data rates of 56 Gbps NRZ, the modular mezzanine interconnect is ideal for high-density printed circuit board (PCB) applications with limited real estate. Applications include enterprise networking towers, telecommunication hubs and servers, industrial controllers, […]
AVX Announces STRIPT Connectors
AVX Corporation has rebranded its revolutionary single contact technology. Introduced to the market in early 2010 as naked connector technology, AVX’s broad range of robust, insulator-less single contacts will now be sold as STRIPT connectors. STRIPT connectors are UL-certified single contacts that deliver the same performance as complete connector solutions without the additional space required […]
Considerations for modern industrial connector plug designs
Last week, we talked about how industrial connector plug designs evolved through the 1990s, growing ever smaller and more flashy in design. More recently, these modern industrial connector plug designs have been even more miniaturized and streamlined for lightweight, simple use. For example, during the 2000s, industrial design changed dramatically. Connectors shrunk another 20-30% to mostly […]
High frequency SMA end launch connectors provide excellent VSWR performance
Amphenol RF now offers a line of high frequency SMA end launch connectors. This series offers exceptional VSWR performance up to 26.5 GHz. Featuring an optimized end launch design with either through-hole legs or traditional slide-on mounting legs, these connectors make an ideal PCB connector solution for high frequency applications. The High Frequency SMA End […]
PSMP Cable Plugs expand Amphenol RF product line
Amphenol RF has introduced an expansion to its new PSMP interface. Building upon the flexibility of PSMP board-to-board designs, four new PSMP cable connectors are now available. These connectors are designed for 0.141- and 0.86-inch diameter semi-rigid and conformable cables, providing engineers with choices beyond the current board to board options for this versatile interface. […]
TE Connectivity’s snap-lug power connector introduced
TE Connectivity Ltd. (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, introduces its Snap-Lug power connector, a ruggedized power connector that enables a dependable and rapid method for interconnecting heavy gauge power cables to bus bars, relays, batteries, power cables, grounding devices and more. The Snap-Lug connector replaces current terminal lugs with a safe, reliable, […]