Cables/Connecting
HSD transmits signals using LVDS
The FAKRA and HSD series from Yamaichi Electronics, first presented at IZB in Wolfsburg in 2014, has been expanded. The HF109P is the latest member of the HSD family, joining the HF107P, an HSD with a ring shield and the HF108P, an HSD with two additional power contacts.
Inlet filters meet many power entry needs
Farnell element14 has introduced TE Connectivity’s multi-functional inlet filters that can provide a single mechanical solution for a variety of power entry needs. Each Corcom series supports several different configurations to suit market requirements with a choice of fusing, voltage selection, switching and filtering options.
Cable assemblies feature true 75Ω performance
Amphenol RF has introduced over 200 pre-configured cable assembly configurations to the broadcast market. The components feature true 75Ω performance to ensure low signal distortion and flawless broadcast transmission. The cable assemblies are available in various configurations utilising the BNC, HD-BNC and 1.0/2.3 coaxial interfaces and popular broadcast cable types Belden 1505A, 1694A and 1855A.
Crimp-to-wire connector is suitable for high vibration
FCI is proud to announce the latest Minitek MicroSpace 1.27/1.5mm crimp-to-wire connector. The unique design of the connector enables contact pitch compatibility with the LV214 Severity-2 standard. The connector is suitable when high vibration endurance is required. The design features primary and secondary contact retention, poka-yoke polarisation and a visual mismatch prevention system that eliminates application errors. A terminal po...
Board-to-board connectors target smartphones
Molex Incorporated has launched two new versions of its SlimStack Fine-Pitch SMT board-to-board connectors. The SlimStack Hybrid Power SMT board-to-board connector and the SlimStack Armor SMT board-to-board connector combine extra power lines into a signal connector.
Seven week turnaround for custom connectors & cable assemblies
Intelliconnect offers customers an extremely fast delivery service for custom products. The company’s in-house design experience and UK sourced components enables the it to respond to customer enquires within 48 hours and begin production immediately on acceptance of design specifications.
Connectors feature waterproofing & ingress protection
To meet the demand for connectors with waterproofing and ingress protection, Positronic has introduced the WCBD series. The connectors, which are waterproof versions of the Combo-D mixed power/signal connectors, mix power and signal in a single connector body capable of up to 40A per size 8 contact. Alongside an IP67 rating, the WCBD connectors feature a flexible, thermal-resistant adhesive seal.
Pins & connectors feature a stroke distance of 2.29mm
Mill-Max has added three new heights to its 0914 series of spring-loaded pins and corresponding single and double row connectors. The 0914 series has a mid-stroke distance of 1.14mm and a full stroke distance of 2.29mm, almost double most standard series products. This provides more flexibility and tolerance for assembly. These new, taller versions are useful for assemblies requiring greater distance between mating surfaces and contact points.
The past, present and future of USB
The USB interface is a ubiquitous part of modern technology. For almost twenty years, USB and its variants have dominated the connectivity market. This whitepaper examines how USB emerged from the serial port chaos of the early 90s to its current domination of the market. Learn how to balance your power budget to achieve all of your device’s goals, while avoiding power-hungry pitfalls of USB connectivity.
Connectors enable automation components to be reliably powered
Building on its knowledge of valve connectors, Belden has released the recently developed Hirschmann GDM-series valve connectors. The connectors enable a wide range of automation components to be reliably powered and connected to the data network, which increases the overall productivity of machines and systems. The connection technology comes from Hirschmann’s tried-and-tested GDML-series.