GM is investing $1 billion in US factories, possibly foretelling a strong market for industrial products. Record setting robot sales also portend growth for connector makers that focus on the severe demands for ruggedized components.   A General Motors plan to invest $1 billion in its US factories may herald an expansion in manufacturing. TheRead More

Innovative industrial interconnect products drive new designs capable of satisfying ever-increasing productivity, embedded computing, power distribution, energy efficiency, and always-on communications demands in a range of critical industrial applications, including: alternative energy (EVs, wind power, and solar power), broadband communications, factory automation, heavy equipment, instrumentation, motion control, mass transportation, and natural resource exploration. Check out thisRead More

Medical Connector Product Roundup for January 2017   Smiths Connectors’ D Series quick-disconnect, plastic circular connectors deliver durable, high reliability connections in medical applications as diverse as: electrophysiology catheters, patient monitors, MRI machines, intravascular ultrasound devices, defibrillators, infusion pumps, and laboratory equipment. Available in three sizes with varying numbers of Hypertac® hyperboloid, power, signal, powerRead More

New connector and cable product roundup for January 10, 2017.   LEMO’s new Multi Concentric Contact Connectors for the oil and gas market are dedicated to applications in which connectors need to allow for a measure of low-speed rotation, making them an ideal solution for petroleum downhole drilling systems, turrets, and other free-twisting equipment. AvailableRead More

Joint efforts ensure compatible products from multiple sources   The complexity of high-end electronics creates many opportunities for hardware and/or software problems, while pricing and time to market pressures create problems for those tasked with setting up the supply chain. For the connector world, the merger of these trends often means that second sources needRead More

JAE- Introduction of DX07 Series – Video Compatible with USB Type-C Cable and Connector Specification Release 1.1 Compatible with 10Gbps, USB 3.1 Gen 2 SuperSpeed communication Supports a maximum of 5A and 20V of power for charging Reversible plug allows for easy insertion and removal Superior EMI/EMC characteristics with multiple ground contact points Friction lockRead More

JAE Battery Connectors for Energy Storage Overview (DW Series) – Video DW Series Overview. Battery Connectors for Energy Storage. DW1, 2, 3 series Integrated power and signal, sequenced mating, shock prevention design High-reliability 2-point signal contacts One side floats when mounted for easy mating Electric shock prevention DW4, DW05 series Prevents electrical shock Easy connectionRead More

JAE – Narrow Pitch, Space Saving Board to Board Connector Introduction – Video With improved functionality and miniaturization of mobile devices, the demands on the Connector have increased and become more sophisticated. Requirements for Connectors are; *Smaller and thinner *High speed / high capacity *Resistance to drop impact and high mechanical strength To meet theseRead More

JAE EV Quick Charge Battery Connector – Intro to KW1 Series – Video EV Quick Charger Connector KW1 Series JAE Preferred Supplier Page

Connector Supplier interviewed Ulrich Schmidt, Managing Director of Lumberg Group and Member of the Shareholder Family, on the company’s plans for combining IDT and SKEDD technology.   Lumberg, based in Schalksmuehle, Germany, plans to start production of SKEDD connectors that use IDT this year (2017). What made Lumberg decide to sign the license agreement forRead More

Thomas Lynch led TE Connectivity for 11 years, making major strides in production while boosting its role in products for harsh environments.   Terrence Curtin, board member and president of TE Connectivity, will succeed Thomas J. Lynch as the company’s new CEO, effective March 9, 2017. Lynch, current chairman of the board and CEO, willRead More

Interconnects for oil, gas, and energy use must meet a variety of unique requirements that often call for the strictest standards. In this week’s product roundup, we’ve collected some of the most innovative connections from your favorite suppliers.   Oil, Gas, and Energy Interconnect Product Roundup Omnetics Connector Corporation’s rugged high-temperature connectors and wire harnessRead More