AutomationDirect now offers continuous flexing control cables and continuous flexing Profibus-DP cables that are designed to be exposed to constant flexing during operation and to withstand millions of flex cycles. These cables are available cut-to-length in one-foot increments with a 20-foot minimum length. igus CF130US and CF140US series tray rated control cables are specifically designed, […]
Low smoke zero-halogen single conductor cable
Cicoil now offers low-smoke, zero halogen (LSZH) single conductor cables for applications that require non-toxic, corrosive free, low smoke, flame retardant, zero halogen content and environmentally friendly cables. The single conductor’s Ultra-flex wire and outer Flexx-Sil rubber jacketing material has been tested by a UKAS certified lab for smoke, toxicity, flammability and halogen content, and […]
RJ45/RJ45 double-ended cables available with many jacket types
Offering a variety of industrial cable jacket types, the RJ45/RJ45 Ethernet portfolio from Balluff delivers increased durability for connectivity in manufacturing environments. Balluff offers three main cable jackets: PVC (polyvinyl chloride) – the most common jacket type with high moisture resistance PUR (polyurethane) – good resistance against abrasion, oil and ozone TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) – […]
M12 power connector and cables for high-power applications
Phoenix Contact’s new M12 Power cables and connectors make it easy to power drive motors, fans, lighting, and other distributed control boxes, even in tight spaces. The products, which are UL Listed and tested under UL 2237 (File E46873), can handle currents up to 16 A or voltages up to 600 Vac/63 Vdc. As today’s […]
Fiber optic 1.8 mm Simplex cables for challenging civil aviation needs
Simplex 1.8 mm aerospace fiber optic cables from W. L. Gore & Associates Inc. are proven to perform at the highest levels in the most challenging civil aviation environments. These cables reliably transfer critical data on high-speed avionics networks up to 100 Gbps and beyond, while providing significant weight and cost savings over traditional copper […]
Readychain harnessed energy chains accelerate productivity for machine and plant builders
Machine and plant manufacturers can reduce production costs, improve efficiency and reduce potential sources of error from the start of the product life cycle by using readychains from igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics. Readychain systems provide an economical and swift solution and are being used in thousands of applications around the globe. igus, […]
Cablefix One cable entry kits simplify configuration
Lutze Inc.’s Cablefix One kits simplify the need for configuration of cable entry systems. They are the newest addition to Lutze’s Cablefix family. This cable management system features a multi-layered seal design allowing individual layers to be removed to vary the clamping range of the seals from 3.5 to 29.5 mm. Cablefix One is available […]
Molex opens state-of-the-art optical R+D facility in New Jersey
Molex has announced the grand opening of a new research and development facility in Bridgewater, N.J. The building completion represents a significant investment by Molex in the future of optical wavelength solutions for telecommunications networks. Bridgewater Township Mayor Dan Hayes, Kathleen Coviello, vice president of technologies and life sciences investments, New Jersey Economic Development Authority […]
Heilind Electronics now stocking Molex off-the-shelf mini-lock discrete wire cable assemblies
Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Molex products, has expanded its portfolio of Molex connector solutions to include Mini-Lock discrete wire cable assemblies. Off-the-shelf Mini-Lock discrete wire cable assemblies from Molex offer a 2.50mm pitch and premium housing features, and are available in a variety of cable lengths to facilitate both prototyping and global production. […]
BNC to AMC cable assemblies for IoT, broadband, instrumentation needs
Amphenol RF has expanded its cable assembly line with a new series that features the popular BNC connector to compact AMC micro connector designed with the widely used RG-178 cable. This assembly combines the quick connect and disconnect versatility of the bayonet coupling mechanism with the most commonly used micro RF connector on the market […]
Flexible IDC ribbon cable celebrates its 63rd year
On August 30, Cicoil will celebrate the 63rd anniversary of the invention of the flat IDC ribbon cable, which allowed companies like IBM, Sperry/Univac, Honeywell, GE and NCR to move forward and replace bulky, stiff round cables with sleek, flexible ribbon cables. Due to advanced developments of mainframe computers, the need arose for a cable […]
Flange plate cable entry system offers tool-free, click-and-push simplicity
With the KDS-FP flange plate, CONTA-CLIP takes the tool-free click-and-push concept of its cable entry system KDSClick to a larger scale for control cabinet construction. With this system extension, the connection technology experts primarily address the needs of series machine and special purpose machinery manufacturers, who are dealing with wiring requirements for cabinet packing that […]
Mounting clamps ensure safety and easy energy chain assembly
igus has developed new plastic mounting clamps for energy chains on cobots that are easy to assemble and minimize risk, ensuring a safe interaction between humans and machines. Users of cobots and industrial robots are already using igus’ three-dimensional and round triflex R e-chains for energy and data supply. The plastic clamps can be quickly […]
Copper cables for security, alarm and control applications
Remee Wire & Cable announces its expanded line of security, alarm and control cables, featuring the Vigilance series. Remee has broadened its offering of copper cables in these areas to meet the growing demand for security, alarm and automation controls in commercial and residential markets. Vigilance Security & Alarm Cables – these cable products are […]
Wire-to-board power cable plugs and assemblies deliver up to 12.5 A per pin
TE Connectivity has launched an expanded portfolio of ELCON Micro wire-to-board products, which provides a high current up to 12.5 A per pin in the common industry footprint of 3.0 mm, and now includes custom cable assemblies and a cable plug solution for design flexibility. These new products complement TE’s ELCON Micro connectors, which were […]
Ready-made cable assemblies for Datamate connectors
In order to provide customers with simple plug-and-play solutions, Harwin has now introduced a range of off-the-shelf cable assemblies to accompany its popular Datamate series of high reliability connector components. Supplied in single- or double-ended format, with a set cable length of 150 mm (6 in.), these time-saving assemblies will give companies the quick and […]
Brushless servo motors from Orbex enhance efficiency
The Orbex Group, a manufacturer of electric motors and slip rings, now offers brushless servo motors that combine high torque, low inertia, and various customizable options to improve efficiency in dynamic servo-driven applications. In fact, customizable elements include the motor windings, holding brakes, feedback options, gear reducers, connectors, and shaft and mounting. Available in a…
Power machine tray cable available for cut-to-length needs
Power Machine Tray Cable from AutomationDirect is available in sizes from 18 to 8 AWG with 3 to 25 unshielded conductors. Individual conductors are bare copper and stranded for flexibility, with black PVC/nylon insulation and marked with numbers for easy identification. The black thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) cable outer jacket is flexible and resistant to sunlight, […]
Compact energy supply system guides date, energy in tight spaces
igus has introduced a compact energy supply system, consisting of an energy chain, flexible chainflex cables for tight bend radii, and an aluminum guide control, that allows users to guide data, media, fluids and air in the tightest of spaces at high speeds. The system, called micro flizz, can be used with igus’ new smart […]
Cablefix X cable entry system simplifies installation with leak-tight design
LUTZE Inc. introduces the new Cablefix X cable entry system to complement its existing cable and cable management portfolio. Featuring multi-layered X-seal technology, Cablefix X is designed to simplify installation without compromising ingress protection. The X membrane seals are closed by default, eliminating the need to plug unused entry points. These innovative cable entry systems […]
RJ45 to female, panel-mount M12 cable assemblies support Cat 6a
L-com, an Infinite Electronics brand, has introduced a new series of premium male RJ45 to female, panel-mount M12 cable assemblies that support Category 6a applications. The new TRG611-T6T-series cable assemblies were designed to address industrial control, factory automation, EtherCat and Profinet networks, sensor and actuator, test equipment, I/O connectivity and industrial Ethernet network applications. These […]
CAT7 Ethernet aircraft cables offer low loss in flexible, lightweight designs
PIC Wire & Cable – A Division of The Angelus Corp., has launched its new CAT7 Ethernet DataMATES cables. PIC’s CAT7 cables deliver 10G data performance in rugged environments that require low loss interconnect solutions that are also lightweight and flexible. CAT7 cables are used in military and civil data applications, from airplanes and helicopters […]
Cut-to-length heavy-duty DLO power cable
DLO heavy-duty power cable is a 2 kV rated flexible power cable with a variety of possible applications including industrial control panel power distribution, power feeds for Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), motor leads in non-drive related applications, and in non-traditional industrial applications such as drilling rigs, railroad/transit car wiring, and mining equipment. With RHH and […]
Powered cable for Power over Ethernet and extended distances
Remee Wire & Cable has launched its new line of Activate powered cable solutions (PCS) in response to the growing demand for Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable and other powered cabling applications requiring extended distances. Remee’s new Activate PCS line includes a selection of standard and customized category and hybrid copper and fiber optic cable […]
Cable entry connectors with new control circuit
ATAM has upgraded its cable entry connectors with a new control circuit for solenoid valves, while also employing advanced new techniques to dramatically speed up manufacture. Thanks to these improvements, production of the cable entry connectors has been streamlined to achieve an output of 10,000 pieces a day, resulting in significantly reduced customer lead times. ATAM’s […]