As network requirements have changed over time, ethernet has consistently improved in terms of speed, security, and quality. As a result, it has emerged as the standard for wired connectivity in most industries, including IT, telecommunications, transportation, and defense. The growth of ethernet in both industrial automation and the automobile industry is currently being accelerated […]

Interplex has just released its multi-row board-to-board (BTB) connector product with a proprietary snap-in biscuit design allowing multiple connector units to be stacked together. This means interconnections can be appropriately sized while avoiding the need for them to be custom-built. The unique cost-effective approach that Interplex has taken will enable different pin count requirements to […]

Hirose has expanded its ix Industrial connector series to include an in-line jack version. Supporting CAT5e (1 Gbps) and CAT6A (10 Gbps) cabling, the new ix40G in-line jack variation addresses market needs for simpler, space-reducing wiring of equipment across longer distances. In addition to in-line connection, the ix Industrial in-line jack supports panel mounting for […]

Harwin has expanded the contact layout options of its Gecko-MT high-reliability (Hi-Rel) connectors. Announced at Electronica in Munich, the new variants have been added to complement the existing symmetrical 2-power/8-signal and 4-power/8-signal layouts. There are six new contact arrangements that feature 2 to 6 power contacts and 4 to 24 signal contacts. These have a […]

LEMO has announced the expansion of its field-proven high-speed data transfer portfolio with the release of USB 3.1 and Single Pair Ethernet connectors, available as of November 15th, 2022. LEMO is completing its existing USB 2.0 compliant portfolio with a new range of USB 3.1 connectors providing data transfer speed up to 10 Gb/s. Their […]

Supplyframe today announced that Molex is deploying Supplyframe’s innovative Design-to-Source Intelligence suite to enhance its existing business and new product development supplier interaction with a single digital platform. Through this partnership, Molex will use Supplyframe’s NPI and DirectSource solutions to bring both electronic and non-electronic commodities spend under management, increase operational efficiency, and accelerate quoting […]

Micro-D Connector Gaskets are specifically designed to be used with MIL-DTL-83513 microminiature connectors. These specialized gaskets eliminate any unwanted gaps between the connector and I/O surface points and offer a shielding effectiveness of 80-115 dB. The micro-D connector gaskets are available in 9-pin through 100-pin sizes and will fit either plug or socket versions of […]

At electronica 2022, ITT Cannon will showcase its latest product innovations and robust interconnect portfolio that provides reliability across multiple end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, e-mobility, industrial, and transportation. In addition, the company will highlight key sustainability initiatives from manufacturing processes to products. The company will be at Stand 125, Hall A2, at electronica […]

Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand, has broadened its line of reliable 12G SDI interconnects that enable high-resolution, uncompressed video signal transmission. Fairview’s new 12G SDI cables and connectors maximize 4K and ultra-HD signal transmission and provide four times the bandwidth of HD. They are offered in BNC and 1.0/2.3 connector options, are backwards compatible […]

Binder USA’s new series 808 M8 connectors are used for data and power transmission in factory processes and building applications. Designed for single-pair Ethernet (SPE) applications, these miniaturized industrial connectors are easily integrated into standard sensor technology housings. They meet IEC 63171-5 and 63171-6 standards for mechanical, electrical, test specification, and mating faces, as well […]

Canfield Connector expands its offering of its GatorMate line of products. With their 2-, 3-, and now 4-pin GT series of connectors, Canfield is able to provide rugged connectors that are both fully molded and customizable. GT Series connectors are designed to eliminate the need to purchase expensive crimping tools while reducing labor required to […]

TE Connectivity is extending its time-tested 369 connector series with the new 369 shielded rectangular panel and PCB connectors for environments that demand ambient EMI noise protection. These connectors incorporate the benefits of the 369 series and create opportunities with additional applications such as ethernet, power distribution and mixed signal/power devices. “The combination of shielding […]

Circular connectors have been utilized for many years as reliable components that can operate in a variety of harsh environments. True to their name, circular connectors are cylindrical-shaped interconnects carrying a wide number of pin options for transferring electrical power, signals, and data. Because of their rugged design, circular connectors and cables are often found […]

Industrial electrical connectors have consistently faced the challenge of being ‘smaller, faster, safer, and easier’ in the modern manufacturing era. Those four keywords have been one of the manufacturing trends in the automation industry with the following implicit requirement, ‘The components and connectors are required to be small and compact while being waterproof and resistant […]

Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce a black zinc-cobalt plating option for a variety of radio frequency connectors and coaxial adapters to expand the versatility of existing product designs. These interconnects are engineered for performance and manufactured with durable materials. This alternate plating offers up to 48 hours of corrosive-resistance to salt spray exposure and […]

The USB Promoter Group recently announced the November release of the USB4 Version 2.0 specification, a significant update to enable up to 80 Gbps of data performance over the USB Type-C cable and connector. The USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery (USB PD) specifications will also be updated to enable this higher level of data […]

Winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced earlier this week in a digital ceremony, with a high number of products across 14 categories. This annual competition aims to celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This year’s winners were chosen by an independent judging […]

Harting and TTI Inc. announced that the two companies are entering into a partnership in the Americas. TTI will be an authorized distributor of Harting’s broad portfolio of industrial connectivity solutions. TTI Inc. is an authorized specialty distributor of interconnect, passive and electromechanical components and the distributor of choice for electronics manufacturers worldwide. TTI  and […]

Würth Elektronik has extended its portfolio of coaxial connectors, rounding off its already comprehensive coax connector portfolio. The SMA connectors are specifically designed for a frequency range up to 18 GHz at an impedance of 50 Ω. Thanks to their threaded coupling technology, they are ideally suited as data lines in environments subject to strong […]

CDM Electronics announced the availability of the complete line of Amphenol Nexus Technologies’ AJ and AP Series of QPL MIL-DTL-55116 and M55116-Type audio connectors. Engineered to meet and/or exceed the requirements of Department of Defense command, control, communications, and computer (C4) systems, parts are widely specified for the broadest range of mission-critical military, tactical, aerospace, […]

Test show a temperature rise of 30°C for current up to 8.5 A per pin.

Heilind Electronics, a distributor of electronic components worldwide, is now offering a broad variety of Modular Hybrid Connectors from JAE. JAE’s KN06 Series connectors are designed with heavy equipment in mind. The rectangular, single-engagement lever locking design is ready to meet the demands of semiconductor manufacturing and other large industrial applications that require multi-pole wiring. […]

Amphenol Socapex’s MPO Field solution enables users to transform a standard MPO patchcord into a robust connector designed to resist the harshest environments. The MPO patchcord is integrated into a metallic plug based on MIL-STD-38999 Series III, shell size 13 Military connector, to protect it from shocks, dust and fluids. There is no requirement for […]

Space constraints that characterize electric vehicle systems put special demands on connectors that must handle high power and rising data rates. Giorgio Potenza • Harwin There are six main systems directly associated with an electric vehicle (EV) powertrain. They consist of the onboard charger (OBC), the battery pack, the battery management system (BMS) that monitors […]

The release of over 21,000 new digital models is aiming to help designers bring their products to market faster. Electronic designers spend weeks modeling the electronic components in their circuit board designs, a time-consuming and expensive process. Modeling these components requires a high level of detail and even a single error can lead to significant […]