Cables/Connecting
Digital mobile maintenance reduces production line down-time
Digital mobile maintenance is a technique for quickly and easily making production process productivity improvements for minimal investment through the application of digitalisation as part of an Industry 4.0 plant implementation programme. Manufacturing maintenance specialists are already using tablet computers to directly access key machinery digital equipment histories, documents and PLC programmes on site. However, they can also gain ext...
ATCA 40GbE switches are based on the Broadcom Trident 2+
VadaTech has announced two new ATCA 40GbE Switches (ATC804 and ATC803) based on the Broadcom Trident 2+ switch with an aggregate switching throughput of 1.2 TBit. The ATC804 switch has a simplified architecture, combining the base and fabric switches into a single switch with VLAN separation, thus improving reliability and reducing complexity of the solution. The switch provides dual 100GbE high speed ports, 16 SFP+ and 8 RJ45 ports.
RD24 connectors can handle different cable sizes
Binder just announced an addition to its RD24 connector portfolio with the UL approved Series 692/693 connectors. These incorporate a “Vario” cable outlet designed to accommodate cables with diameters from 7 to 17mm. These RD24 connectors will suit a wide variety of applications including power connections for pressure and temperature transducers, welding equipment, CCTV, security installations and control systems.
Dual die latch and switch sensor delivers accurate measurement
Microelectronics engineering company, Melexis, has announced a range of new magnetic latch and switch sensors that it claims are the first in the world to feature two silicon dice in the same package. The highly reliable devices, which are aimed at automotive applications including transmission, power steering, braking and locks/latches, represent a major advance in magnetic sensing technology. By integrating two ICs into a single package, M...
Weatherproof metal enclosures available in range of sizes
A range of IP66 metal enclosures have been launched by Legrand. Called Atlantic, the enclosures provide a customisable solution for commercial and industrial applications that is adaptable, weatherproof and impact resistant. Designed to meet the needs of a variety of applications, from office buildings to shopping centres and even camp sites, the weatherproof metal enclosures come in a range of sizes and with plain and glass door options.
Specifying explosion-proof connectors
The threat of explosion is real in many industrial applications, from petrochemical refineries and cleaning facilities to flour silos and even landfill sites. While explosion is a hazard anywhere there is a flammable substance in the atmosphere in the form of gas, vapour or dust, the presence of the flammable substance on its own is not enough to trigger an explosion.
Compact cable assemblies for high-performance applications
Targeted for high-performance applications, Amphenol RF has introduced fixed length 50Ω HD-BNC cable assemblies as a pre-configured solution. These lightweight, compact cable assemblies deliver a space conscious option for designers and engineers, at what it claims to be a footprint of 51% smaller than traditional BNC connectors, and allows for four times the density.
Durable surface-mount socket for advanced automated assembly
Hi-rel connector and SMT board hardware manufacturer, Harwin, has announced its new SYCAMORE surface-mount socket which provides what it claims to be superior pin retention and durability for high-volume applications manufactured using advanced automated systems. SYCAMORE’s design features three points of contact, providing the assurance of continuity and robustness previously only available from two-piece assemblies which are rarely availa...
Prysmian and Nanocomp sign technology cooperation agreement
Prysmian Group and Nanocomp Technologies have signed a technology cooperation agreement aimed at testing and improving the use of these technologies in power transmission, power distribution, telecom networks, control and instrumentation applications.
UHF RFID 4 field reader has built-in M12 and M8 connectors
With the addition of a new version of the 4 Field Reader, HARTING has expanded its UHF RFID product range for demanding industrial and rail sector applications, featuring built-in M8 and M12 connectors to complement its range of RFID solutions. In addition to the existing features of the compact, robust Ha-VIS RF-R3x0 reader – notably the two antenna connections, 500mW power output and comprehensive software functions - the new Ha-VIS ...