Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce SMA and TNC to MHF I LK locking cable assemblies on ultra-flexible 1.13 mm micro-coax cable. These pre-configured assemblies offer excellent vibration resistance for applications that may experience continuous shock and movement. The MHF I LK connector uses a mechanical locking feature which increases the plug retention force ensuring […]
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What is unshielded twisted pair cable and where is it used?
Contributed by Frances Richards Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable is a widely used data communication cable consisting of anywhere from two to 1800 unshielded twisted pairs of 100-ohm copper encased in an outer plastic jacket. This type of cable has no metallic shield, which keeps the diameter streamlined but offers minimal protection against electrical interference. […]
Cable assemblies keep signals connected through constant shock and vibration
Molex has extended its cable-assembly product line with the addition of innovative solutions from I-PEX, a leader in the field of high-frequency and high-speed transmission connectors. Together, the organizations offer I-PEX MHF 4L LK and MHF I LK cable assemblies, which are available in multiple configurations using standard MHF receptacles and Molex RF connector interfaces. […]
Semi-rigid cable assemblies and connector line includes custom lengths
Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand, has expanded its offering of semi-rigid cable assemblies and connectors designed to negate the need for any custom tooling or jigs in the production process. This new series of semi-rigid cable assemblies features superior shielding compared to their flexible counterparts. Their solid outer conductor semi-rigid coax design guarantees their […]
TNC designs to micro-coax offer flexible and secure suit small applications
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand its TNC product offerings with additional front mount bulkhead jacks designed to accommodate flexible ultraminiature coax cable types. These RF interconnects offer excellent electrical performance up to 9 GHz with some ruggedized designs providing waterproof IP67 sealed protection in the unmated condition. TNC connectors Are ideal for applications with […]
Smart e-chains made easy through online configurator
igus now offers a wide range of online tools to streamline assembling ready-to-connect e-chain cable carrier systems in just a few steps. The tools include the “e-chain expert,” which enables interested parties to assemble an individual e-chain energy chain system in just three steps. Price, service life, and delivery time are displayed. For the first […]
Harwin strengthens custom cable assembly resources
To attend to the rapidly rising demand being witnessed in the market, Harwin has significantly expanded the scope of its custom cable assembly capabilities. This service from the company’s newly announced HRi business unit covers multiple configurations and features, specifying cables to any length. The Harwin HRi high-reliability interconnect products for which custom cabling can […]
Mini-FAKRA interconnect cable solutions optimize automotive space
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand our AUTOMATE Type A mini-FAKRA breakout cable line with additional connector configurations and cable types. The cable assemblies combine industry-standard FAKRA connectors with next-generation Mini-FAKRA. This combination allows for a compact solution at the compute module, an industry-standard sealed solution at the connected device with a max frequency of […]
Pre-terminated HDMI, USB, and DisplayPort connector line expanded
TechLogix Networx announced it will feature a number of new products in its popular MOFO Cable Series during ISC West 2023, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from March 29-31 at the Venetian Expo and Convention Center, booth #3036. New solutions among the MOFO Series include 8K HDMI Cables with Detachable Heads, USB-C Cables, USB-A to […]
Single-Pair Ethernet: simplifying your Ethernet connectivity from sensor to cloud
A physical layer for Industrial Ethernet, Single-Pair Ethernet combines high data rates with a lightweight cable design, streamlining communication across automation levels. By Sagar Patel, Product Manager at Lapp North America With the rise of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), the goal for many manufacturers is to connect all the machines, controls, actuators, and […]
