Mary Gannon

Helukabel recently announced that multiple TPE-jacketed control and motor cables have recently been tested and certified by ECOLAB for use during washdown processes found typically in the food and beverage industries. The products that were subjected to the 28-day test using cleaning/disinfecting substances Topactive 200, Topactive 500, P3-topax 66, P3-topactive OKTO, and P3-topax 990 along […]

Servo and variable frequency drive designs depend on compact and reliable electrical connections. Matt Hou • Sales Engineer • Dinkle International Today’s machinery and equipment — whether built for the consumer, commercial, or industrial markets — are increasingly relying on servo and variable frequency drive (VFD) devices to provide intelligent, efficient, and precise motor control. […]

I-PEX USA announced that it is partnering with Future Electronics as their first regional distributor to enhance customer support in North, Central and South America. Future Electronics was chosen because of their strong presence both in the US and on a global scale. They have a world-class supply chain, offering engineering expertise to the key […]

Amphenol RF has expanded its IP-rated waterproof sealed solutions with additional IP67 SMA connector options. These lightweight 50 ohm connectors are engineered for flexible and semi-rigid cable types and designed to withstand harsh environments. Weatherproof sealed RF interconnects are ideal for applications that may experience dust or water ingress such as industrial equipment, base stations […]

WAGO’s new TopJob S Mini terminal block series has all of the advantages of TopJob S line, but with an even smaller footprint. At a size 60% smaller than standard terminal blocks, the Mini features the same industry-proven, Push-in Cage Clamp connection technology used throughout our TopJob series. These blocks are available with open tool […]

The new PNO guideline Profinet Cabling and Interconnection Technology – Guideline for PROFINET Version 5.0 specifies the ix Industrial mating face as a new standard for Ethernet applications. The guideline was officially published on June 29, and provides PROFINET users with a reliable set of rules for industrial cabling. With the ix Industrial, PROFINET users […]

Contributed by Jody Muelaner Good cable management is vital to the accurate and reliable operation of an industrial robot. Cables that catch and snag will affect the accuracy of a robot. Over time they will result in unplanned maintenance and excessive downtime. Robotic cell integrators have identified cable issues as the most significant cause of […]

Designed to withstand extremely harsh environments, Nautilus cable assemblies with stainless steel (303) SMA connectors offer peak performance against corrosion. They are rated to IP67, IP68 and, for the first time in the Nautilus range, IP69K for high pressure and high temperature washdown protection. The SMA interface makes it one of the smallest solutions in […]

The LEMO B Series offers a modular, ergonomic, rugged and reliable circular multipole connector for applications needing quick and secure Push-Pull latching. They are suitable for test and measurement, instrumentation, medical devices, research and audio/video applications. The modular insert configurations include a wide range of high-density multi-pole or hybrid electrical contacts. Contacts can be of […]

binder USA’s 712 and 702 series M9 circular connectors will now be manufactured using a zinc die casting process. The previous process consisted of a drawn tube pressed into shape. The new method enhances safety and quality features without impacting the way customers use the connectors. The die casting process has been used successfully for […]

Amphenol RF has introduced additional SMB cable assemblies into our wide portfolio of pre-configured RF assemblies. These 50 ohm cable assemblies feature a plug to plug configuration and are available in both RG-58 and RG-174 versions. They offer reliable electrical performance up to 4 GHz, or the limits of the cable type, and are ideal […]

Amphenol RF is pleased to announce the expansion of our MCX product series to include additional cable assembly options on RG-174 cable. These 50 ohm assemblies are available in plug to plug configurations in an extensive range of standard lengths from 6 in. to 3 m. MCX cable assemblies are suitable for a number of […]

Cable carriers are essentially hollow chains that enclose electrical cables, as well as hydraulic or pneumatic hoses. They guide and protect the enclosed cables during motion, preventing wear and damage. An important function of cable carriers is to constrain bending to a single plane and to limit the minimum bend radius. This both prevents entanglement […]

L-com, an Infinite Electronics brand and manufacturer of wired and wireless connectivity products, has released a new series of high-flex and drag chain-rated USB cables ideal for industrial and factory settings, especially security and machine vision camera applications or any application needing an option more rugged than a standard cable. L-com’s new USB 3.0 cables […]

Manufacturer of cable glands, cable cleats and accessories, CMP Products has launched a comprehensive ‘Knowledge Base’ to support customers and users of cable glands in a variety of industry sectors. Knowledge Base is a compilation of technical expertise and advice, gathered over CMP’s 60+ years’ experience in the art of terminating cable glands. The easy-to-use […]

Plastic cable carriers are fitted to machines to protect and guide cables and hoses. Cable carriers are constructed as a chain of rigid plastic sections. These form an articulated rectangular box section through which cables and hoses are inserted. Enclosing the cables and hoses prevents some forms of damage. The articulated nature of cable carriers […]

Helukabel recently announced the launch of four new in-stock instrumentation and compensating cable product groups for applications in the oil and gas sector, as well as for use in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage industries. Reliable data transmission is a must, even under the most extreme conditions. As a result, Helukabel developed new […]

Hirose has designed an innovative FPC-to-board/board-to-board connector series that offers high density mounting and space-savings. Supporting USB4 Gen2 (10Gbps) transmission for a wide range of portable electronic and consumer devices, the DF40 Series combines a 0.4 mm pitch with a mounting depth of only 3.68 mm. The robust DF40 Series connector features a superior stamped […]

Contributed by Jakob Dück, Global Industry Segment Manager at HARTING Electric   One of the most significant challenges in today’s manufacturing technology is the question: How do I serve the “very special and unusual” wishes of end consumers? As things stand today, this would appear to apply only to the end consumer worlds. But the […]

Mill-Max Mfg. Corp. has developed a versatile line of horizontal surface-mount (HSMT) spring-loaded pins designed for making low profile connections parallel to the board surface. These spring-loaded pins have plunger travel in-line with the board surface, making them ideal for end-to-end board connections in assemblies with restrictive height requirements. This family of HSMT spring-loaded pins […]

ODU is introducing to the market new disposable receptacles to the ODU Medi-Snap portfolio, an Advanced Plastic Connector series. The ODU Medi-Snap is a plastic lightweight push-pull and break-away connector. This connector series is 75% lighter than comparable metal connectors, it is autoclavable, sterilizable, has high chemical resistance. IEC 60601-1 versions or configurations are also […]

AutomationDirect has added more choices to its offering of Murrplastik cable entry systems. The addition of the KDL/D MONO series cable entry system provides the same benefits as the existing KDL/D series in a round frame form. This series allows a cable to be installed through an enclosure or other bulkhead surfaces, with the added […]

Over the decades, Cicoil has supplied thousands of compact cable assemblies for the most sophisticated guided missile systems on the planet, and today continues to build upon its legacy by continuing to offer innovative solutions for growing new technology applications. Its proprietary Flexx-Sil encased flat cables are designed to provide uninterrupted electrical and signal operation, […]

GCT has announced a global distribution agreement with Mouser Electronics Inc. Mouser will offer a wide range of GCT products, including the latest USB, SIM, memory, board-to-board connectors. Pioneering product lines such as GCT’s ionex range of charging-focused USB Type-C connectors are now available through Mouser Electronics, enhancing access for the wider global design engineering […]

Binder USA LP has enhanced several series of its M12 and M16 circular connectors with a shielded, two-part right-angle housing design. The new right-angle design meets the growing need for increasingly compact and flexible connector solutions. The improved sealing concept, together with easier installation in constrained spaces, expands the range of usage for these connectors […]