Amphenol RF is pleased to announce the expansion of its popular SMA to AMC cable assembly series. The most recent additions to this line feature the durable straight SMA plug connector and the ultraminiature right angle AMC connector on RG-178 micro coax cable. These assemblies are ideal for IoT and antenna applications where there may […]
Trexon adds custom interconnect solutions with acquisition of Power Connector Inc.
Trexon, (formerly TPC Wire & Cable and a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity), has completed the acquisition of Power Connector Inc., (PCI) a supplier of Tactical Communications interconnect for military applications. Founded in 1987 and based in Suffolk County, New York, PCI is a Defense Logistics Agency QPL manufacturer of MIL-DTL-55181 and MIL-DTL-55116 connectors. […]
Hirose’s BM50 series selected as a CES 2022 Innovation Awards Honoree
Hirose’s BM50 series has been selected as an Innovation Award Honoree for CES 2022, the Consumer Electronics Show held annually in Las Vegas. The CES Innovation Awards internationally recognizes noteworthy products in 28 product fields based on the following criteria: product quality, design aesthetic, value provided to users, uniqueness and newness of product specifications, and […]
Cut-to-length Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wire
AutomationDirect has added more choices to its selection of cut-to-length Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wire. Thermocouple extension wire helps maintain signal integrity when thermocouple signals are required to travel long distances to reach operating instrumentation or PLC input cards. The new wire additions include 20AWG and 16AWG sizes with two conductors in […]
Plastic cable clamps accommodate multiple wire sizes in easy-to-assemble design
Anderson Power Products is proud to introduce itss new SB50 and SBS50 cable clamps. These rugged cable clamps are manufactured out of non-conductive, impact resistant Polycarbonate plastic. They were designed to lower cost, improve performance and eliminate potential problems in electrical applications. Typical cable clamps are constructed with metal components. These new cable […]
TE Connectivity partners with Phoenix Contact for miniature relay product line
TE Connectivity (TE) has acquired the force-guided narrow safety relay (NSR) elementary relay technology from the Phoenix Contact Group as part of a long-term partnership agreement. The acquisition adds a single-pole, force-guided offering to TE’s broad relay portfolio for the factory automation, elevator and rail markets. As a part of the agreement, TE will assume […]
Harwin broadens scope of its SMT PCB socket offering
Expanding its portfolio of board sockets, Harwin has introduced additional sizes for the popular Sycamore Contact range. These 6A current rated surface-mount PCB sockets allow engineers to accommodate different designs, placing individual sockets freely on a board without the constraint of connector housings. Two additions complement the existing 3.8 7mm length sockets, which accept 0.8-1.3mm […]
Molex acquires Keyssa Wireless Connector Technology for contactless connectivity
Molex has acquired core technology and intellectual property (IP) from Keyssa Inc., a pioneer in high-speed contactless connectors. The acquisition of this unique wireless chip-to-chip technology, including over 350 filed patent applications, will accelerate Molex’s strategy to further expand and diversify its micro connector portfolio with highly flexible, cable-free connectors for near-field, device-to-device applications. “Keyssa’s […]
Hirose increases power rating of space-saving hybrid FPC/FFC connector
Hirose has developed a new hybrid flexible printed circuit (FPC) / flat flexible connector (FFC) that offers significant space-savings compared to competing products with the same permissible current. With a combination of power contacts capable of handling 12 and 0.5 A signal contacts, the TF43SW Series hybrid connector features a height of only 1.2 mm, […]
Smart cables: contactless monitoring available for igus cables in e-chains
igus, one of the worldwide leaders in predictive maintenance, has introduced the latest generation of monitoring sensors that check the electrical condition of chainflex cables in e-chain systems without contact or intervention in the existing harnessing. The company’s i.Sense CF.D monitoring sensors allow real-time monitoring without extra cores and, in combination with the new i.Cee: […]
Heilind Electronics offering Molex’s Woodhead ArcArrest connector system
Heilind Electronics has expanded its selection of connector solutions with Molex’s Woodhead ArcArrest 30A switch-rated connector system. Incorporating many options and components into a smooth, contoured design, Woodhead ArcArrest switch-rated connector system from Molex delivers the simplest and fastest way to de-energize industrial equipment and perform lockout/tagout operations. Unlike standard industrial disconnect switches, the ArcArrest […]
Wireless CAN bridge replaces CAN cables in marine and other extreme environments
Kvaser is pleased to introduce the Kvaser Air Bridge Light HS M12, a high-performance wireless CAN bridge with dust and water-resistant M12 connectors. Comprising a preconfigured pair of wireless units with integrated antennas and rugged housings, the Kvaser Air Bridge Light HS M12 reliably exchanges raw CAN data between two networks when a wired CAN […]
Belden releases several cable, connectivity products for Q4
Belden Inc. announces several new Q4 2021 product launches designed to put safety, reliability and flexibility at the forefront in enterprise and industrial environments. Several cable releases include: Belden DataTuff fiber optic factory cables are rated for indoor and outdoor applications and ideal in material handling, food processing and other industrial applications where lubricating, hydraulics […]
FDA-compliant cable entry plates for food processing and packaging
The new cable entry plates KEL-DPU-HD from icotek have been specially developed for the installation in food processing and packaging machines. During the development and in accordance with the Hygienic Design guidelines, care was taken to ensure that the visible side of the cable entry plate is free of dirt collecting recesses. The outer contour […]
igus seeks unique e-chain applications for its vector awards competition
The vector award for the best e-chain applications from igus inc. is entering its eighth round – and applications will be accepted until February 11, 2022. They rotate by 7,000 degrees, travel at speeds of up to 10 meters per second and move three-dimensionally like snakes: e-chain cable carriers made of high-performance plastics. Every two […]
Better connections assist soldiers to make better decisions faster
By Jack Midgley, Global Defense Market Leader, Fischer Connectors www.fischerconnectors.com Soldier modernization programs take on new urgency as funding priorities shift and operational demands increase. There are many challenges posed by resource constraints and changing operational environments. Defense connectivity solutions offer new capabilities and innovative, economical approaches to help soldiers and commanders at every level […]
High-frequency SMA adapter improves VSWR performance
Amphenol RF has expanded its robust adapter portfolio with a high-performance right-angle SMA adapter. This adapter is designed to offer improved VSWR over a right-angle soldered design with a similar footprint, without using an expensive swept body style. The right-angle SMA adapter is ideal for SATCOM, radar and test and measurement applications. Traditional right-angle connectors […]
Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) allows an interconnected industry
By Ruud van den Brink • Product Manager for Industrial Communications • TE Connectivity Industry 4.0 is all about enhancing efficiency and productivity. Part of these improvements can be realized in a more optimized communication infrastructure in industrial networks. Modern-day industrial automation systems are complex. Different layers in the network use different communication standards. A […]
Expanded RF connectors offer strong voltage handling and wide frequency capabilities
Always looking to address emerging application opportunities, Bulgin has added further products to its extensive portfolio of RF connectors. Designed to work with coaxial cables already in use in large-scale communication infrastructure, these latest connectors deliver multi-GHz operation and exhibit industry-leading transmission characteristics. They also benefit from very low impedance levels of 50 Ohm, and […]
Festo emphasizes process industry solutions at Automation Fair
Festo introduced several new products at Automation Fair last week, including the KDFP online configurator for quarter turn actuators and the CMSH smart positioner with HART communication. Festo also featured such process industry solutions as the VTSA-F-CB pneumatic valve manifold for PLd, (up to CAT 3 for PUS) safety; the CPX-MPA modular valve terminal…
M12 connector with multi-position, lockable A-coding
binder USA announced a new two-piece M12 circular connector that offers versatility with several special features including: square-flange housing for easy assembly, multi-position, and lockable A-coding that supports variable cable installation. The new connectors simplify secure sensor and actuator connections in applications such as factory automation and robotics. The connector’s innovative two-part design enables user […]
Particle-free energy chain for clean rooms
A new particle-free energy chain for cleanrooms has been developed by igus that allows for safe cable guidance in compact installation spaces, providing a cost-effective alternative to ribbon cables. The e-skin flat energy chain from igus is a modular design and in the Fraunhofer cleanroom test, demonstrated cleanroom performance in accordance with ISO Class 1 […]
SMA bulkhead jacks expand options for micro-coax cables
Amphenol RF has expanded its SMA connector series with additional cable mount jacks. These jacks are designed to accommodate industry-standard micro-coax 0.81 mm cable. The lightweight, compact and vibration-proof design makes these connectors ideal for applications where space constraints exist such as wireless networking and antennas. These SMA bulkhead jacks are available in the straight […]
Maureen Lincoln: From math to engineering, with love
Maureen Lincoln, PE, has founded and served as CEO of companies throughout her career but engineering is where her heart lies. As the founder of Kerelaw Engineering, P.C., a Bronx-based product design and engineering agency, she is responsible for steering the company’s engineering team. She has been the Director of Engineering for the company since…
Cable entry systems for the use in cleanrooms
icotek now offers cable entry systems especially for use in cleanrooms. The tried and tested cable entry frames KEL-ER and KEL-U with their matching KT grommets, which are designed for cables with connectors, are already available. For cables without plugs, the KEL-DPZ cable entry plates are also available as a cleanroom version. All icotek cable […]