Wind energy is big business and the electronic systems that keep the turbines running efficiently and safely have become a necessity. Electronics play a key role in wind energy generation and distribution. As this market expands, the technology that keeps it reliable, efficient, and safe becomes even more consequential. Wind is the largest source ofRead More

Today’s solar inverters do far more than convert DC power into AC power. The inverter has become a central hub linking PV panels, battery storage, monitoring systems, communication networks, and the electrical grid. Article Contributed By: Andrew Barco, Global Program Senior Director for Industrial Ethernet, Weidmüller Global, Reinaldo Cozzo, Business Development Manager-PV, Weidmuller USA, PJRead More

A photovoltaic (PV) connector is a single-pole, weatherproof, quick-connect DC electrical connector used to join solar modules into strings and link those strings to combiner boxes, inverters, and other balance-of-system equipment. PV connectors are built to survive decades of outdoor exposure at up to 1500 V DC with ruggedized, IP67/IP68 sealing. They are used onRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights 38999 connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. 38999 Connectors ITT Cannon’s KJA/KJB (D38999 III) family has expanded to include a full range of high-speed and Ethernet layouts with Twinax, Quadrax, OctoRax and OctoGig termini. This includes termini tested and designed per ARINC and BACC47 specifications and EN50173 test protocols.Read More

New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits. September 2026 New Connectivity Products September 2026 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc. Würth Elektronik is expanding its WE-MCRI product series with the new 1090HL variant (HL = High Leakage), a coupled inductor specifically designed to improve the performance of SEPIC, ZETA, and Ćuk converters. This unique doubleRead More