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As 5G Moves Towards 6G, Waveguides Will Supplement Connectors

Smaller and higher frequency assemblies add to the complexity of next-generation wireless equipment. Waveguides offer a powerful alternative to coax connectors. Although 5G equipment is just beginning to roll out in production volume, the leading edge of wireless communications research and development and associated standards is looking towards 6G (sixth-generation wireless). The goal of 5GRead More

Digital Radio Communication Systems Serve on Air and Land

Secure voice and media communications for emergency services, the military, and aircraft can be achieved with the use of private mobile radio and TETRA systems. Professional mobile radio (PMR) or private mobile radio allows users in the transportation, military, oil & gas, public safety and government, and commercial industries to make direct, person-to-person, secure communicationsRead More

What are SMP Connectors?

Meet the Connector: SMP Connectors Subminiature push-on (SMP) connectors are highly shielded, very small interconnects commonly used in miniaturized high frequency coaxial modules and high data rate applications such as antennas, broadband installations, Test & Measurement, and quantum computing. The product was developed by Gilbert (now Corning Gilbert) in the late 1980s and marketed asRead More

Coaxial Connectors for Datacom Applications Product Roundup

This week’s Product Roundup highlights coaxial connectors for datacom applications from leading suppliers. Coaxial Connectors for Datacom Applications PEI-Genesis supplies Amphenol RF coaxial connectors used in high performance industries that require extremely reliable connections, such as automotive, broadband, broadcast, medical, wireless, military, aerospace, and industrial equipment. Common applications for Amphenol RF connectors include data transmission,Read More

EDAC D-Sub Connectors

EDAC D-Sub Connectors – Video HIGHLIGHTS D-sub connectors in standard, video and high density formats From 9 to 50 pins (Standard), 15 to 78 pins (Hi-Density) or 29 pin (DVI) Wide variety of footprints in vertical or right angle through hole PCB styles Gold flash or gold plated contact surfaces, machined contact versions available MetalRead More

EDAC Card Edge Connectors

EDAC Card Edge Connectors – Video Our cardEDGE+ range offers many features and benefits that allow customers more flexibility with their design. Some of the features include: • Additional contact terminations • Extra mounting options • Mutiple card guide solutions • High temperature insulators • Extra row spaces • Multiple PCB footprints • Choice ofRead More

EDAC Rack and Panel Connectors

EDAC Rack and Panel Connectors – Video Industry standard connectors with highly dependable contacts Hermaphroditic contact design for no-fail interconnections 100% fit, form and function alternative to Elco 8016 series Gold over nickel plating for wire hole, PCB, wire-wrap and crimp contacts Crimp contacts available pre-installed, separately in bulk or on a reel for automatedRead More

Inline Plug & Socket Connectors

EDAC – Inline Plug & Socket Connectors – Video Wire to Wire and Wire to Board series were designed for both extreme moisture and non-submersion applications supporting both low-level signal and power applications up to 12A and 300V. Major applications include automotive, commercial and recreational vehicles, outdoor lighting, appliances, marine & aftermarket products, solar powerRead More

Semi-Custom and Custom Connectors

EDAC – Semi-Custom and Custom Connectors – Video EDAC is the choice for cost efficient and quality custom connectors. We can build a ‘Made To Spec’ connector to your specification. We have a fully integrated Engineering team in Toronto, Canada who can build a spec and drawings of your product. We provide fast turnaround ofRead More

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