First developed in the 1960s and becoming more publicly available in the early 1970s, modular connectors were born out of necessity to provide a more simple, “modular” interconnection system for phone systems, data networks, and low-speed serial connections. During that same timeframe, the FCC developed a registration system for modular connectors, known as Registered Jacks […]
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Terminal block selection guide
Terminal blocks, often called connection terminals or screw terminals, provide secure wire-to-board or wire-to-wire connections in a range of end applications. While a relatively straightforward component by their very nature, terminal blocks still have a number of design considerations to take into account. Key mechanical specifications like the wire-entry orientation, wire-securing method, and module type […]
USB Type C receptacle designed for power only applications
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group has introduced a new USB Type C connector designed for power only applications. The UJC-HP-3-SMT-TR is a 6-pin USB Type C receptacle that can deliver up to 60 W of power with a 3 A rated current and 20 Vdc rated voltage. By removing the data transfer pins, this USB Type […]
IP rating classifications and IP rated connectors
Anyone who has owned a smartphone or other portable electronic device has inevitably exposed it to unforeseen dust or liquid. Thankfully many of today’s portable devices, including those used in outdoor or industrial applications, have been designed to hold up to these sorts of hazards. Rugged performance is now an expected feature from end-users, but […]
Screwless terminal blocks withstand high-temperature operation
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group announced the addition of screwless terminal block connectors for high-temperature applications. Featuring wide -40 to +130°C operating temperature ranges, the horizontal orientation TBLH10‑350 and TBLH10‑500 series as well as the vertical orientation TBLH10V‑350 and TBLH10V‑500 series provide designers with a rugged solution for any wire-to-board application dealing with extreme temperatures. The four […]
