Hirose has launched a back flip FPC/FCC connector with increased retention force. The high FPC/FFC retention force in addition to the back flip design makes the FH34D Series ideal for curved routing of FPC/FFC. Featuring a simple, actuator lock with an easy two-step operation, the FH34D series has a high FPC retention force of 7.8 […]
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Waterproof IP67-rated BNC connectors improve system integrity
Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce additional products to its waterproof IP67 product series portfolio. This latest expansion includes three BNC bulkhead jacks designed to accommodate the popular RG-58, RG-142 and LMR-240 cables. These interconnect are ideal for outdoor applications where there is potential for exposure to dust and/or water. These 50 Ohm connectors are […]
High-current connectors increase power supply assembly efficiency and service life
TE Connectivity is launching the Dynamic D8000 portfolio of connectors for high-current applications. They are the latest addition to TE’s Dynamic Series, a broad product family that provides solutions ranging from signal level circuitry to power circuit connectivity, in a ruggedized, industrialized package. “The positive audible locking and keyed housing on all Dynamic Series connectors […]
Charging-centric, USB Type-C connectors now available in 6-pin versions
GCT expands its ionex range of charging-centric USB Type-C connectors with all new 6-pin versions, making adoption even more accessible for designs. Ionex offers breakthrough USB Type-C connectors for charging applications. USB4125 and USB4130 are the latest additions to the range and feature a 6-contact configuration, making them GCT’s most cost-effective solution to date with […]
M16 connectors designed for applications requring high pin counts
From its early beginnings in the audio industry more than 50 years ago – in fact the M16 connector was the first connector system binder manufactured – today’s M16 connector is very much a “go to” connector solution for a huge variety of indoor applications. Thanks mainly to continuous development and refinement, the M16 connector […]
Suntsu introduces new USB Type C connectors
Introducing Suntsu’s latest and most powerful cables: USB Type C connectors. USB cables have been used in electronics for years, but these new developments make the USB-C the new industry standard. Recently, it has been incorporated into computers, phones, and tablets. Large companies like Apple are getting rid of older, larger USBs and making way […]
Understanding the MIL-STD-1553B bus
by Duane Teachout, Product Manager, Cinch Connectivity Solutions Despite being over 50 years old, the MIL-STD-1553B bus is still widely used, which is probably because it is really good at its job. If you’re new to the standard, read on to learn more about its features, the terminology used and how to get the most […]
SFP, SFP-DD, QSFP, QSFP-DD & OSFP Pluggable interconnects – a 2021 update
The 21-year-old Pluggable interconnect family is now being used for new accelerator, AV, camera, machine vision, medical, memory, NVM, and proprietary interface links. New market segment expansion seems likely to continue with link shipments rising and healthy unit forecasting. New higher speed 106G and 112G per lane pluggable products will be coming out this year, […]
Universal power connector from Amphenol offers continuous power to 500 A
Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers a plastic Universal Power Connector (UPC) series that is designed to be used in heavy equipment and electric vehicles. The UPC 14mm offers continuous power at 500 A. Ideal for use in battery connection, power distribution units, electric motors, power converters/inverters, hybrid vehicles, battery management systems, as well as in […]
New Yorker Electronics distributing new Adam Tech High-Speed USB4 Connector
New Yorker Electronics has expanded its USB offerings with the newly released Adam Tech High-Speed USB4 connector, which boasts speeds up to 40 Gbps. According to Adam Tech, this makes the USB4 the fastest USB connector available in the industry today. Adam Tech’s high-speed USB4 connector features the ability to simultaneously transfer both audio and video […]
