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IP68-rated interconnects feature RJ45 interfaces, support network speeds to 1 Gbps

November 17, 2017 By Paige Beach Leave a Comment

L-com Global Connectivity, a preferred manufacturer of wired and wireless connectivity products, announced today that it has introduced a new line of Category 6, anodized aluminum and Zinc-nickel receptacles, plugs and jam nuts. L-com’s new IP68-rated interconnects feature RJ45 interfaces and support network speeds of up to 1 Gigabit per second. This series features Category 6 […]

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Panel-mount Adapter Cables let USB 3.0 connections pass through enclosures

November 2, 2017 By Paige Beach Leave a Comment

Global Connectivity announced today that it has introduced a new series of USB 3.0, ECF-style, panel mount, USB adapter cables for use with data storage, data acquisition, and test and measurement applications. These new adapter cables allow USB 3.0 connections to be passed through panels or enclosures by utilizing L-com’s unique ECF flange design. These […]

Filed Under: connector components, New Product Announcement Tagged With: L-Com

L-com announces new M12 connectors, coupler and receptacles

November 1, 2017 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

L-com Global Connectivity, a manufacturer of wired and wireless connectivity products based in North Andover, Mass., has introduced new M12 products that include connectors, receptacles and a coupler. These products are designed for industrial control and factory automation, test equipment, I/O connectivity, sensors and actuators, harsh environment applications and industrial Ethernet networks. The M12 field […]

Filed Under: connector components, Industry News, New Product Announcement Tagged With: L-Com

The 6 biggest dangers of counterfeit connectors

May 20, 2014 By Mary Gannon 1 Comment

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Unlike buying counterfeit handbags or watches, purchasing counterfeit connectors can be extremely dangerous, to both the people using them and the machines they are connected to. If you don’t know what to look for, you may consider buying a fake connector. Here are the six biggest risks you are taking with your system when purchasing fake […]

Filed Under: Basics Tagged With: Belden, L-Com, Molex, Turck

Four tips to avoid counterfeit connectors

May 12, 2014 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Consumers purchase counterfeit products everyday, such as handbags and watches. And while it doesn’t hurt the consumer, the biggest issue with counterfeit goods comes in the loss of intellectual property and money to the real designers. Not so with counterfeit connectors. While it may save the buyer money in the short term, purchasing counterfeit connectors […]

Filed Under: Basics Tagged With: L-Com, Molex, Turck

Male and female shielded connector covers

March 28, 2014 By Connector Tips Editor Leave a Comment

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L-com Inc., North Andover, Mass., is now offering DB15 male and female metal shielded connector covers. These covers are inexpensive and are perfect for protecting unused DB15 ports, cables or any equipment from physical damage, dirt, and dust. Unlike plastic covers, these metal covers also maintain protection against EMI/RFI. “L-com has sold several thousand of […]

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Lightning protectors for coaxial cable

August 30, 2013 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Two new coaxial lightning protectors from L-com Inc., North Andover, Mass., are designed to be crimped directly onto 400-series low-loss coaxial cable, reducing insertion loss. They feature DC to 5.8 GHz wide-band operation and are perfect for use in IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi applications. By directly crimping the lightning protectors to the cable, technicians can reduce insertion loss while […]

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Low-smoke, zero-Halogen cables with latching connectors

July 15, 2013 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Serial ATA (SATA) cable assembly is available with a low-smoke, zero halogen (LSZH) jacket and latching 7-position connectors that resist vibration. The new cable assemblies are made for a variety of applications, especially military/aerospace, where vibration is common and ventilation is poor. LSZH cable jackets are commonly required in certain applications where, in the event […]

Filed Under: Aerospace, Military, Products Tagged With: L-Com

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