Cables/Connecting
Interconnect solution selected as 400Gbps module interface
The interface of the recently released Molex Incorporated zCD active optical cable (AOC) interconnect solution has been selected by CDFP MSA as the interface for the consortium’s 400Gbps hot pluggable module. Scalable up to 400 Gbps, the zCD interconnect is ideal for high bandwidth telecommunications, networking and enterprise computing data signalling rates.
Connectors are optimised for 0.80mm, 1.60mm & 2.40mm thick boards
The introduction of the FMBx series of contact center card edge connectors has been announced by Sullins Connector Solutions. Signalling an expansion of the company's existing portfolio of high-density 0.050" (1.27 mm) connectors, the series features high-temperature and low profile ultra-thin devices accommodating boards in thicknesses of 0.031" (0.80 mm), 0.062" (1.60 mm) and 0.093" (2.40 mm).
Space saving USB data sockets range extended
USB data connection to audio, broadcast, audio-visual, lighting controllers and industrial equipment is becoming increasingly prevalent as digital signal and control options increase and more information needs to be transferred between portable equipment, smart phones, tablets and other data storage devices which can also be powered or charged while connected.
Options added to waterproof connector range
Connectors can be pitted against some harsh and unforgiving environments and to meet user requirements Intelliconnect (Europe) has extended its Pisces range of IP68 waterproof connectors to include additional connector and cable termination options. The range now includes SMA, TNC and N Type cable plug options which may be connected to a wide variety of cables including many LMR, RG, Semi-Rigid and Semi-Flexible cable types.
Panel mount connectors get colour coding feature
Binder has introduced a new range of M12, A-coded panel mount connectors that have colour coded inserts to help prevent incorrect mating. Black, purple, orange, yellow, green, red and blue inserts are available in four and five pole format and in both male and female rear-mounting versions. The mounting thread is M16.
Connector system targets industrial automation and control
The strategic relationship between TTI Europe and TE Connectivity (TE) is continuing to bear fruit with the distributor’s launch of TE Connectivity’scomplete M8/M12 connector system for machine industrial automation and control applications. The system embraces an extensive portfolio of connectivity solutions including a full range of PCB headers, cable assemblies and I/O boxes, and provides users with a future-proof interface that su...
WTB connectors for discrete wire applications
Suitable for discrete wire applications, GTK offers a comprehensive portfolio of disconnectable wire to board connectors available in pitches of 0.8-3.96mm, with pin counts from 2-50. Other options include single or dual row styles, right angle or vertical PCB mounting and through-hole or SMT mounting options.
Environmentally sealed connector houses 5 positions
Environmentally sealed and touch safe, Anderson Power Products has announced the addition of a 5 Position offering to the Mini SPEC Pak connector family. Power handling capabilities up to 23A and 600V AC/DC per pole allow more power in a smaller waterproof (IP68) shell than competing solutions.
Micro-connectors for high-reliability applications
Designed specifically for high reliability applications, Nicomatic’s CMM series micro-connectors have been made available by Lane Electronics. The series consists of 2mm pitch, 2-part rectangular connectors which give designers the ability to combine between 6 and 120 mixed power, coax or signal contacts in 1, 2 or 3 rows.
Wire-to-wire connector has unique plug/socket shapes
Suitable for space-constrained applications, Hirose has expanded its robust DF62 series slim in-line connector product offering to include two versions with unique plug/socket shapes. The enhanced wire-to-wire connectors feature a pin layout arranged in a 2.2x2.0mm grid pattern creating a smaller diagonal diameter.