Cables/Connecting
Connectors are offered with push-pull locking mechanism
A series of circular connectors with a push-pull locking mechanism is now being offered by Yamaichi Electronics. The Y-Circ P connector series is produced by Yamaichi Electronics in Germany, thereby allowing for fast, flexible production.
Dual USB connector fits in a single XLR receptacle
Providing two USB compliant sockets in a panel space-saving single XLR receptacle, CLIFF Electronics announces a dual USB2 connector. The XLR connector style body shell was selected as it is widely used in the audio/broadcast industries, is an industry standard panel cut-out and offers maximum panel mounting density to system designers.
Rugged connector handles harsh environments
Amphenol Industrial Products Group is now offering a connector family with 1.5 mm socket contacts featuring Amphenol’s RADSOK technology. Tru-Loc’s rugged, compact, thermoplastic construction makes it ideal for use in harsh environments where high vibration and caustic fluids are present.
WTB connector system for thin LED lighting modules
With a profile height of just 4.20mm, the Lite-Trap SMT Wire-to-Board (WTB) connector system, from Molex, meets the needs of thin LED lighting module applications. Compared to wire-removable type connectors, the company claim that it provides one of the lowest profile and wire insertion force available on the market.
Fittings now handle combinations of individual & overall screens
The KG2 and KG5 ranges of panel and bulkhead fittings have been enhanced to handle individual or combinations of individual and overall screens. Versions of the fittings, from KEC, now incorporate the tube and interwoven braid technique that was originally designed and patented by KEC for use within their KC2000 ranges of EMC connector backshells.
Connectors' 10Gbit/s transmission suits PROFINET protocols
A series of 8-pole, X-coded connectors has been added to Binder's range of M12 connectors. With data transmission of up to 10Gbit/s, the connectors will prove highly valuable in applications using industrial Ethernet protocols such as PROFINET for security, CCTV and passenger information systems.
Power connector completes long-term reliability tests
The PwrBlade+ power connector, from FCI, has completed its long-term reliability tests when cross-mated with the TE Connectivity Multi-Beam XLE connector series. All tests were performed by Contech Research, a leading independent reliability test lab.
Connectors are suitable for medical electronics
Intelliconnect offers a variety of connectors suitable for use in diagnostic, treatment and wearable medical device technologies. Intelliconnect also manufacture micro-miniature waterproof coaxial connectors for use in cochlear ear implants, a demanding application requiring a rugged and reliable quick-disconnect waterproof connector capable of making several thousand disconnects during its product lifetime.
Connectors give more options for monitor manufacturers
Offering LED television and PC monitor manufacturers more mating styles, voltage ratings, circuit sizes and locking types, the IllumiMate 1.00 and 1.25 mm pitch wire-to-board connector system has been launched by Molex. By providing a single system, the IllumiMate family allows set makers to design various models around a single connector type and PCB footprint pattern.
TTI Europe, TE Connectivity forge industrial alliance
Specialist e-mech and passives distributor TTI Europe and TE Connectivity have engaged in a strategic relationship to increase penetration in key industrial markets and to enhance the customer experience in those sectors. Both companies have invested heavily in people and technical resources to support the alliance, and TTI has committed to a large inventory of products. The two companies will conduct joint visits to help customer’s design ...