Connectors (electrical) • crimp technologies

M5 shielded and overmolded cable connectors are part of binder USA’s 707 series, developed for the miniature sensor market. M5 cable connectors are available with 3 or 4 intermateable contacts and PUR cable lengths of 2 and 5 m. They have 360° shielding with non-disrupted data transfer due to screening attenuation values from 60 dB in […]

Amphenol RF has introduced the small form factor AMC4 connector as part of an SMA cable assembly line. This assembly features the popular SMA bulkhead jack connector and the newly minted AMC4 plug connector on 1.13 mm cable. The SMA to AMC4 cable assembly is ideal for IoT applications which require space efficient, economical designs. […]

Kyocera Corp. has introduced a new clamshell-style branch connector for automotive electronics that features a unique locking structure for waterproof connections, ensuring reliability in harsh conditions. The new Sheltap 9715 series waterproof electronic branch connector will be shown for the first time at CEATEC JAPAN 2018 (Booth #H009), October 16-19. Samples are now available upon request. […]

ITT Cannon and ITT Enidine will highlight their comprehensive portfolios of highly engineered and ruggedized interconnect, energy absorption and vibration isolation solutions for military and defense applications at the 2018 Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition October 8-10 (Halls ABC / Booth 2350), in the Walter E Washington Convention Center, Washington,…

Mill-Max announces the expansion of the rugged, 4-mm pitch connector series with the introduction of wire termination spring-loaded and target connectors. The new 868 series connectors include solder-cups to accommodate wire and cable attachment along with flanged insulators and fastening options. They are ideal for mounting into product housings for docking stations, cable terminations, heavy-duty quick connects and panel […]

Molex introduces the first-of-its-kind SMT potting wire-to-board connector system with the Spot-On 1.5 and 2.0. This system not only improves process capabilities and mechanical reliability, but also protects against water damage in White Goods products that require a potting system. Manufacturers in the home appliance industry, selling items like air conditioners, washing machines and stoves, […]

The RJ45 connector has been the standard Ethernet interface in IP20 environments for many years. However, as the demand for smaller devices and sensors increases, the RJ45’s size limits the potential for miniaturization. This is why HARTING developed the ix Industrial Ethernet connector, which is a smaller and more rugged connector than the standard RJ45. […]

Amphenol RF has introduced additional HD-BNC jacks to its already extensive line of 12G products. These products are aimed to support the rapidly growing need for faster processing and more space-conscious broadcast solutions. The extended line of HD-BNC Jacks includes PCB and cable mount products in the straight configuration. These 75 ohm 12G-SDI connectors are designed […]

TE Connectivity offers circular plastic connectors (CPC) as a standard, rugged and reliable solution suitable for multiple applications. The connectors are now UL Recognized (File No. E28476) and meet criteria for CSA Certification (LR 7189) from the United States Department of Defense. “In addition to achieving both the UL and CSA certification, TE’s CPC products […]

Samtec has released new digital models for more than 100,000 of its products on SnapEDA circuit board design library. Traditionally, designers have spent days creating digital models — such as symbols and footprints — for each component in their designs. Connectors are especially time-consuming to create models for, due to their non-standard shapes, pitches, pads, […]

ILME has expanded its toolless SQUICH technology to include 3 and 4 pole (size 21.21) inserts. ILME “SQUICH” spring terminal rectangular connectors have provided easy quick-connect solutions for a variety of industrial machinery in rugged industrial environments. With the SQUICH (already open) spring insert technology, no tool is required to terminate rigid and or flexible […]

TE Connectivity has introduced its new Octal Small Form Factor Pluggable (OSFP) connector and cable assembly portfolio, which supports next-generation data center needs with data rates of 200 and 400 Gbps. These products are designed to support 8x28G NRZ and 8x56G PAM-4 protocols, with a roadmap to 8x112G PAM-4 for future system upgrades. TE’s OSFP […]

Red Lion Controls, the global experts in communication, monitoring and control for industrial automation and networking, today announced embedded Crimson 3.1 support for Sparkplug, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure MQTT connectors. The added functionality — for use with CR3000 HMIs and rugged Graphite HMIs and Edge controller — allows customers who have chosen…

Amphenol Socapex has its latest member to the high-speed connector family, a Cat.6A, 10 Gb/s Ethernet solution packed into a MIL-DTL-38999 Series III derived shell: The TVμCom-10Gb+. The μCom series is a new range of Ethernet connectors designed to meet the requirements of the latest military industry trends: miniaturization, very high-speed and robustness for use in harsh […]

Binder USA LP offers custom M8, M12 and 7/8 in. sensor cordsets to provide OEMs with the ideal cable length and connector type for virtually any application. Options include single-ended and double-ended versions with straight or right-angle connectors. A variety of cable types, colors, and lengths can be used in combination with M8, M12 and […]

Fairview Microwave Inc. has released a new series of solderless vertical launch connectors that are ideal for high-speed computing, high-speed networking and telecommunications applications. Fairview Microwave’s new line of vertical launch connectors is made-up of 12 models that deliver maximum operating frequency of up to 50 GHz and VSWR as low as 1.3:1, depending on […]

US Conec announces the newest addition to the ELiMENT single fiber connector product line — the ELiMENT Duplex LC Uniboot. Building on the high-performance SC and LC ELiMENT product offering, the ELiMENT Duplex LC Uniboot connector is a low profile, stackable design that provides a user-friendly, reliable solution that is optimized for simple factory installation. […]

Rugged connector and component manufacturer Bulgin will be showcasing a selection of its most advanced connector, switch and sensor products designed to deliver high performance in the harshest environments at Electronica 2018, November 13-16, in Hall B2, Stand 275. Bulgin’s focus on optical fiber connectors, smart connectors and sensors reflects the increasing demand for optical […]

Fischer Connectors will be exhibiting several new connector solutions for military technology developers at this year’s AUSA Expo, October 8-10 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Fischer Connectors is a trusted partner with military wearable technologies manufacturers, designing and manufacturing class-leading connectors that withstand the harsh environments wherever these products are deployed. This year, Fischer […]

ITT Inc.’s Veam brand previewed its new MOVE modular series for harsh environment rolling stock and railway infrastructure applications at InnoTrans 2018 this week in Berlin. MOVE is a unique, modular circular connector series that utilizes a series of snap-in modules to deliver a variety of contact layouts that enable the transfer of power, signal […]

Continuing to push forward with further technological innovations, Harwin has extended the scope of its award-winning Gecko Screw-Lok (Gecko-SL) 1.25-mm pitch connector solutions — which are mainly targeted at avionics, space, military and autosport deployment. To present engineers with greater design flexibility, and ensure that mating procedures are made as straightforward as possible, a reverse […]

The digitization of the railway sector has picked up steam: cable-based communication in rail vehicles is growing in response to WiFi usage, passenger information systems and additional sensors and assemblies for electronic monitoring and control. The growing volume of data is becoming increasingly important for the various players in the railway sector. To meet the […]

Molex has launched two FFC/FPC connectors designed to serve the growing information market needs of automakers and television display manufacturers, as well as designers requiring small-pitch, high-reliability connectors. The Easy-On FFC/FPC connectors are offered in 0.5 mm and 1.0 mm pitch forms to provide a reliable connection while reducing space, weight and cost in this […]

The ITT Veam CIR M12 connector can transfer data from Ethernet, WTB, and MVB in a single connector. It meets increasing data transmission requirements while delivering optimal sealing and extreme shock vibration resistance in the harshest environments. The bayonet coupling circular connectors are ideal in harsh environments. This high speed connector solution is a combination of […]

At this year’s InnoTrans (September 18-21, in Berlin, Hall 12 / Stand 203), HARTING is once again showcasing numerous innovative solutions and products for the rail industry. At the same time, the technology group will focus on the three trend topics of weight reduction, easy handling and data increase. Weight reduction plays an increasingly important […]