Traditionally, copper connectors have been the mainstay technology in military applications. Find out how ruggedized fiber optics in military-grade systems can outperform copper. In mission-critical military systems, equipment failure and unplanned downtime cannot be tolerated. Traditionally, copper connectors have been the mainstay technology in military applications – withstanding the test of time due to their abilityRead More
Inside Connection highlights the technologies, innovations, special services, and unique products from connector suppliers like Liberty Electronics. Headquarters Location: Franklin, Penn., US About the Company Liberty Electronics was founded in Franklin, Penn., in 1985. At the time, the local economy was struggling following the closing or departure of several large employers. The community rallied behindRead More
As both the US and European allies continue to cut defense programs and spending, the mil/aero market’s slow growth continues. Bishop & Associates tracks 11 companies in the military/aerospace (mil/aero) market sector. This market has shown anemic results over the last five quarters, as measured by these 11 companies’ revenues. In 2013, these companies grewRead More
Today, China is dominant in high-volume, low-mix manufacturing, yet there is a groundswell of activity to return manufacturing to North America and Europe. John MacWilliams asks: Is there an insourcing movement afoot? The contract manufacturing movement started in the late ’80s. This outsourcing movement freed up OEM resources so they could concentrate on product design and marketing, andRead More
Erich Reichenbach of Reichenbach International Inc. offers tips on how to specify connectors for drones, which require versatile, lightweight, and reliable components that perform in demanding environments. Connectors for drone applications must be small, lightweight, rugged, reliable, and versatile, as they are exposed to a variety of demanding environments. Here are some factors to consider when specifyingRead More
The Department of Defense needs to deliver greater network speed and capacity with stronger security, all while dealing with ever-leaner budgets. Telos Corporation explains why passive optical network solutions are the answer. Passive Optical Network (PON) technology delivers voice, data, and video at terabit speeds with lower costs and greater security, as well as:Read More
Pasternack ultraminiature cable assemblies provide performance up to 6GHz with micro-coax snap-on connectors. Pasternack introduced new lines of ultraminiature UMCX, WMCX, and HMCX32 coaxial cable assemblies. These low-profile, flexible micro-coax jumper cables offer operation from DC to 6GHz and are ideal for wireless applications including Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, ZigBee, LTE, mini-PCI, mobile antenna/GPS/radio systems,Read More
The Lumberg 3614 RAST 5 connector was developed based on customer feedback. Lumberg expanded its broad range of RAST 5 direct IDT connectors with the all-new 3614. The two- to six-pin direct connector provides a 5mm pitch, 6A at TU 70°C, and a rated voltage of 250V with screw-clamp technology. “Installation space is becoming increasingly defined in heating technology,” said Christian Forner, headRead More
TE MIL-STD-1553B PCB connectors offer a reliable mechanical and electrical data bus interface. TE Connectivity announced its MIL-STD-1553B PCB connectors for aerospace applications that offer high-speed connectivity and reliable performance in extreme conditions and environments. The new press-fit PCB connectors offer customers a robust electrical and mechanical connection between the connector and the PCB that isRead More
Fujipoloy Zebra connectors for LCDs make redundant electrical contact using 140 conductive pads per inch. Fujipoly introduced the Zebra 2004 Elastomeric Connector, which when positioned between a printed circuit board and a parallel device such as an LCD display, makes redundant electrical contact using 140 conductive pads per inch. The low-cost interconnect device is made fromRead More
