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Cable and ConnectingVolex Works In Partnership With Huawei To Supply Cable Assemblies To European Telecoms MarketVolex Group plc, the global electrical and electronic cable assemblies group, has been selected by global telecom solutions provider Huawei as a local cable assemblies partner for European operations. The contract will see Volex utilise its global footprint to achieve a flexible delivery model for Huawei's mobile infrastructure projects across Europe. 
ITT Interconnect Solutions introduces two new snap-on and ultrasonic PCMCIA I/O kitsPC card manufacturers and design engineers need a very broad range of PCMCIA connector and cover set solutions for today's diverse applications, which range from notebook computers to security devices. ITT Interconnect Solutions has always been an innovator in PC card kit technology, having introduced the first PCMCIA frameless ultrasonic weld cover set onto the market in 1998 and the StarCard Snappy advanced snap-to-close cover set in 2005. 
Tyco Electronics Launches A New Cat 5E Miniature Trunk Cable For High Data-Rate And xDSL ApplicationsTyco Electronics has launched a new MADISON CABLE brand Cat 5E miniature trunk cable designed for the telecommunication and data communication industries. The product, available in shielded or unshielded configurations, eliminates cable congestion -- offering a more flexible, easy-to-route interconnection for use in high data-rate Ethernet and xDSL applications. 
Dual-USB with RJ-45-Jack-CombinationThe Dual USB / RJ45 Jack 44F-1010 from YDS which is now available at MSC Vertriebs GmbH, is a perfect solution for systems requiring two USB as well as a single 10/100Base-TX connection. 
DIN 41 612 connector series with tripled voltage transfer capabilityHARTING's surface-mount compatible series of DIN 41 612 connectors now has triple the voltage transfer capability of earlier versions. 
SUYIN Connector solutions for optical transmission of digital audio data according to S/PDIFWith the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) protocol that was developed jointly by those two companies as an interface for audio data, it is possible to transmit digital audio signals nearly without data loss. Data transmission can be accomplished either electrically using a coaxial cable or optically using a fiber-optic cable. For this optical transmission option, SUYIN is now presenting two new products, each with an integrated LED driver IC: The 010189FR003T101Z (F05) Toslink (Toshiba Link) jack receptacle for receiving square-cut Toslink plugs and the 010189FR008GX01ZL mini-jack receptacle for receiving optical or standard 3.5-mm stereo plugs. 
Mill-Max Target Connectors For Spring Pins Hit The MarkMill-Max Target Connectors provide a convenient mating surface to connect with Mill-Max spring pins. They can be utilized in any spring pin application requiring conductive lands. Examples are: board stacking, elevated circuits or recharging applications. 
World’s First Indepedent 10GBASE-T Comparative Test Study Favours Shielded Copper Cabling SolutionsThe AMP NETCONNECT business unit of Tyco Electronics is one of the companies supporting the world's first independent study of UTP (unshielded twisted pair) and STP (shielded twisted pair) systems for 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GBASE-T) communications, which has recently been completed by third-party test laboratory GHMT AG. 
Protective Caps for Push-Pull ConnectorsBinder-USA is pleased to introduce protective caps for the Series 430, push-pull connectors. When mated to a male or female connector, a cap will provide IP67-rated environmental protection. These caps make the push-pull connectors ideal for use in commercial and industrial fields. 
Stainless Steel M12 Connectors with New SpecificationsBinder-USA announces an upgraded version of its M12 stainless steel connectors. The upgrade includes larger cable outlets and increased environmental protection with high-grade seals. The newly upgraded connectors are ideally suited for applications in the food and beverage industry, chemical plants, and process automation. 
Torque Wrench for 7/8” Field-Attachable ConnectorsBinder-USA announced the release of a new torque wrench for its 7/8" Series 820 connectors. The tool is designed to aid in connecting and disconnecting 7/8" field-attachable cable connectors with hex shaped locking nuts. The 7/8" connectors are ideally suited for DeviceNet applications in industrial automation environments. 
Anderson Power Products Offers Touch-safe SAF-D-GRID Connector For Hazardous Voltage ApplicationsAnderson Power Products (APP), a leader in the design and manufacture of interconnect solutions, announces the launch of the Saf-D-Grid connector system for use in the direct connection of DC electronic devices to a DC micro grid. This connector system is ideal for use in DC servers or any device connecting directly to renewable energy sources such as Solar or Wind power. 
TM-4000 universal crimp press from Molex terminates large lug products up to 4 AWGMolex announced its heavy-duty TM-4000 Universal Crimp Press provides up to 31 kN (7000lbf) for bench-top crimping large lug products of up to 4 AWG. The TM-4000 Universal Crimp Press is an inexpensive, electrically controlled, direct-drive press designed for mid-volume, semi-automatic bench-top operations such as those found in the automotive, industrial and commercial markets. Capable of production rates of up to 2,400 terminations per hour, the TM-4000 offers contract manufacturers, assembly houses and design engineers an effective and affordable method of applying a wide range of side- and rear-feed terminals to heavy-gauge wires. 
Tyco Electronics Launches New Screw-Down Jumper Assembly For LED ApplicationsTyco Electronics has launched a new board-to-board screw-down jumper assembly for use in LED lighting strips, lighting controls, and channel lettering. The RoHS-compliant jumper, which was originally designed for T8 and T12 fluorescent retrofit tubes, specifically serves the solid state lighting (SSL) market. 
CR1632 coin cell battery holdersMPD is introducing P/N's BV-1632 & BV-1632-G, two lithium vertical battery holders for CR1632, BR1632 or DL1632 size batteries. The BV-1632 and BV-1632-G are particularly suitable for single board computers with tight space constraints. Designed to be as compact as possible but to withstand harsh environments where SBC's are sometimes found. 
Efficient assembly ODU MAC LC modules for PCB terminationReliability and efficiency are important in each area in a company, and of course this also includes the PCB assembly department. This has led the connector specialist ODU, located in Mühldorf, Germany, to expand its ODU MAC LC (modular rectangular connectors) with the addition of a PCB termination module. 
Robust, single-port USB-3.0/ Type-A jack from SUYIN also suited for industrial applicationsShortly following the launch of a USB-3.0/Type-A dual-port jack with 2 x 9 contacts, SUYIN is now expanding its extremely extensive range of USB connectors (with a total of over 370 different versions) to include the single-port USB-3.0/Type-A jack with the part number 020052MR009S500ZL. 
Kinky pins just the right shape for designersAerco now stocks the Oxley range of Kinky Pin PCB connectors and test points that uses a unique 'kinked' retention mechanism to retain the pin in the PCB prior to soldering. The pioneering design of the `Kinky Pin' has made it an established favourite over a number of years, but recent changes in PCB assembly processes has meant that the pin design is now fully appreciated by designers. 
Quadrant teams up with IMS to design new RF connector that meets strict budgetary and technical specsQuadrant has combined with German high frequency connector manufacturer, IMS Connector Systems, to develop a new RF connector that uses a deep-drawn manufacturing process to conform to strict technical and price specifications. 
PHD 38999 circular fibre optic connector from ITT Interconnect Solutions provides cost-effective solution for multiple fibre optic packaging scenariosITT Interconnect Solutions has launched its PHD 38999 fibre optic connector family in response to demands for a interconnect system suitable for harsh environments that could group multiple fibre optic terminations in a rugged circular connector profile with precision alignment and optical performance features. 
Cryo-connector success inspires innovations for sensible temperaturesTekdata Interconnections' Cryoconnect Division has delivered wiring harnesses for the UK Astronomy Technology Centre's SCUBA 2 project, the world's first large-format CCD-like camera for sub-millimetre astronomy, which is being integrated with the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope in Hawaii. The harnesses use Tekdata's connector-less vacuum feedthrough technology to couple the detector array, which has more than 10,000 pixels, to the SCUBA 2 camera's read-out electronics. 
Industrial connector module for rapid on-site assemblyHARTING has introduced a new version of the Han DD industrial connector module featuring the company's Quick Lock termination technique for on-site assembly in the field without the need for special tools. 
New Coax Connector Series HF201Yamaichi Electronics presents a new high frequency connector. The High Speed portfolio is extended by this coax antenna connector system. 
New military connectors Fischer LandForce SeriesFischer Connectors, a partner of Future Soldier Programs around the world, announces new secure interconnect solutions specially designed for Defense Forces: Fischer UltiMate™ Military Connectors Line. First within this line, the new Fischer LandForce™ Series offers compact, rugged, lightweight circular connectors for an improved protection of Future Soldiers, vehicles and other land-based equipments. 
Hirose LX Series ultra-low profile interface connectorThe LX series is a 0.5mm pitch ultra-low profile interface connector. Hirose has an established reputation in the industry for quality, reliability and leading-edge technology. Recognising the rapid and challenging technological developments in the dynamic field of electronics, Hirose have introduced smaller yet better performing connectors. 
Tyco Electronics’ G13 Style SMT Assembly Supports Solid State Lighting IndustryTyco Electronics announces a new RoHS-compliant G13 style SMT assembly and end-cap cover for the solid state lighting (SSL) industry. The product supports printed circuit boards (PCBs) and LED strip lighting modules found in the standard T8 and T12 fluorescent LED retrofit tubes. 
Binder UK appoints two VAPs to develop UK businessBinder UK, the newly formed UK subsidiary of the well known German connector company, has signed strategic VAP (Value Added Partnership) agreements with Quadrant Connections and Contour Electronics. These are the only two companies in the UK to carry this status and both companies will work together with Binder UK in identifying opportunities for cable assemblies using Binder connectors. 
Compact plastic housing for individual connector modulesThe new HARTING Han-Modular ECO connector is a low-cost, compact plastic connector housing designed to hold a single module from the Han-Modular range. 
APD plastic circular connectors from ITT Interconnect Solutions suit Wheeled Armoured VehiclesITT Interconnect Solutions' circular APD product family, originally designed to meet the automotive norm DIN72585 (now ISO15170), is now an ideal connector for certain wheeled armoured vehicle applications if military specifications are not required. These connectors are lightweight, cost effective, easy to assemble, and offer the additional security of a secondary locking system for high pin counts. 
Aries’ BGA Switch-A-Pitch Adapters Enable Cost-Effective Use of 0.40mm Pitch Devices with 1.00mm Pitch BoardsAries Electronics recently added new BGA Switch-A-Pitch adapters that allow for smaller pitch devices to be used with larger pitch boards. The new adapters in the series adapt 0.40 mm devices to boards with a 1.00mm pitch. 
BMA female adopts NEW spring fingers contactAll BMA female connectors adopt a redesigned spring finger outer contact for improved performance. The redesign of the BMA female connector was launched in 2007. The main design improvement is a 3 in 1 concept with a one piece stamped contact which replaces 3 different piece parts on previous BMA design. 
Volex Launches Ruggidised Fibre Optic Connector For Harsh Environment UseVolex Group plc, the global electrical and electronic cable assemblies group, today announces the launch of its Robust Optical Connector; a multi-fibre optical connector for use in harsh environment applications. The Robust Optical Connector, made up of a plug and socket assembly, is IP68-rated* to ensure protection against submersion in water, while maintaining excellent optical performance in a temperature range between minus 40oC and plus 85oC. 
Tyco Electronics - Cost-Effective Termination Solutions For Copper And Aluminum Magnet ConductorsTyco Electronics now offers the MAG-MATE insulation displacement crimp (IDC) interconnection system – a cost-effective interconnect for fractional horsepower (FHP) motor manufacturers. The product drives cost reduction as the same part number qualifies for termination of both copper and aluminium magnet wires. 
Push-fit terminations from Aaren TechnologySpecialist European-based RF and Microwave components supplier, Aaren Technology, has announced the availability of a new range of push fit terminations. They are designed specifically to be compatible with all SMA style connectors, including 27GHz SMA, 3.5mm and 2.92mm connectors, and are ideal for both development and production test environments. 
HARTING introduces 5-pole version of M12 crimp connector familyThe HARTING Han M12 crimp connector is now available as a 5-pole version, expanding the range of HARTING crimp connectors featuring the M12 mating face. 
SUYIN´s Surface-mount Mini USB receptacle offers additional space for placing small chip components020200MB005XX32ZX...Here's a part number that's bigger than the product!!! For space-critical applications in which every square millimeter is crucial, SUYIN offers a particularly sophisticated solution in the form of its new 020200MB005XX32ZX 5-pin Mini USB female connector. Due to its shape, it is possible to place small components (such as chip capacitors or chip resistors) on the PCB beneath a portion of this right-angle, surface-mount, type-B Mini USB receptacle connector on an area of approx. 25 mm². 
Combined power-signal connector offers rapid wiring technology for field assemblyThe HARTING Han Q 4/2 industrial connector - a high-current device combining four power contacts rated at 40 A each along with two signal contacts rated at 10 A each - is now available with the company's rapid wiring technology for ease of field assembly. 
Molex announces iPass+ HSC CXP Copper and Optical System for fast and flexible system hardwareMolex announces the iPass+ High-Speed Channel (HSC) pluggable CXP copper and optical interconnect system enabling 12 channels of 10 Gbps data, for up to 120 Gbps of total bandwidth. The iPass+ CXP provides both copper and optical direct attach options for the same system port, thereby increasing the flexibility of system-level hardware for end users. This innovative dual paddle-card system was adopted as the InfiniBand* Architecture Specification Vol. 2 Release 1.2.1; Annex A6 in September 2009. Radiall Introduces New Insert and Contact Layouts for ARINC 600 ConnectorsRadiall USA, Inc. introduced its new size 10 concentric twinax contact with three new insert configurations for the NSX series (ARINC 600 standard). The NSX series (ARINC 600 standard) are multipin rack and panel connectors used to connect high performance avionic equipment. The size 10 contact complements the legacy size 8 and size 5 range and offers greater density while providing outstanding electrical performance. These new contacts are available in both standard crimp termination and solder tails for printed circuit card applications. 
AVX expands miniature single-sided SSL connector series to include 5A current ratingAVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of advanced passive components and interconnect solutions, has expanded its 9159 Series solid-state lighting connector offering to include a miniature, single-sided SMT connector for PCB strip lighting applications. The robust 5A connectors provide reliable board-to-board connection for end-to-end board mating, also known as "butt mating", which optimizes LED spacing for maximum optical performance. |
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