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D series connector withstands up to autoclave cycles for medical devices

May 29, 2019 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Simths Interconnect d series autoclave connectors

Smiths Interconnect announces D series connectors as a high reliability alternative to premium priced autoclave compatible connectors. Medical environments typically dictate products be suited for autoclave, sterilization and scaled to support a wide range of device styles and sizes. The medical device industry continues to develop more disposable and cost effective solutions yet the demand […]

Filed Under: autoclavable, DW sync, Featured, Markets, Medical, Products Tagged With: smithsconnectors, smithsinterconnect

Smiths Connectors introduces Vortex connector series

October 17, 2016 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Smiths Connectors is unveiling its innovative high-pressure, high-temperature Vortex Connector Series, specifically designed for MWD, LWD and wireline applications. The Vortex Series provides exceptional protection of critical electronics in the harsh environment that is typical of oil and gas applications, allowing customers to exploit more demanding geographies and geologies with deeper drilling and fracking capabilities. […]

Filed Under: Industry News, Oil/Gas, Products Tagged With: smithsconnectors

Silmat elastomeric test sockets introduced

June 14, 2016 By Marisa Martin Leave a Comment

Smiths Connectors announced today the availability of Slimat elastomeric test sockets, specifically targeted for digital high speed and PoP (package on package) test applications. Smiths Connectors’ Silmat elastomeric test sockets bring to market an advanced, low profile contact technology enhanced by best-in-class design engineering and test development practices, providing customers with a competitive edge in […]

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Vortex single pin connector

June 13, 2016 By Marisa Martin Leave a Comment

The Smiths Connectors Vortex series is a high reliability connector line used to transmit and receive critical data and power within the Oil & Gas market. Specifically designed for MWD, LWD and wireline applications, the Vortex series is constructed with durable materials including high strength metal alloys, heavy duty polymers and sealing components fabricated from […]

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Would you trust your life to a 50-year old connector design?

October 9, 2015 By David Brearley 1 Comment

Smiths-Hypertac-web

As they say in Minnesota: “You Betcha!” In the mid-1950s, a Frenchman, Francois Bonhomme, invented a new connector to address the unique needs of the rail industry. The primary concern was maintaining stable electrical contact during the shock and vibration abuse that is routinely experienced during rail travel. The contact was sold through his company, […]

Filed Under: Basics, Mary Gannon's blog, Medical Tagged With: smithsconnectors

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