The TE micro SFP+ connector and cable assembly slash PCB and faceplate space requirements, improve signal routing, and minimize EMI. TE Connectivity announced its new micro SFP+ connector and cable assembly, which slashes space requirements on faceplates and printed circuit boards (PCBs) in telecommunications, data communications, networking, and medical diagnostic equipment. The new micro SFP+Read More
WAGO’s compact terminal block with easy wire release, just 2.7mm high, eliminates on-board LED shadowing. WAGO introduced the extremely compact 2059 Series PCB terminal blocks to virtually eliminate on-board LED shadowing. With a 2.7mm high, bright white profile, the 2059 is the ideal connector for compact, miniaturized LED modules and bulbs. Benefits include: PUSHWIRE connection offeringRead More
A call for papers, personnel changes and promotions, new business agreements, and expansion into China are all part of the news briefs for April 7, 2015. The IWCS Conference has announced a call for papers for the International Cable Connectivity Symposium. Past article topics have included cable, fiber, and conductor design; new cable materials; processingRead More
AVX introduced the lowest-profile, poke-home connector for a broad range of harsh industrial, commercial, and medical applications. AVX Corporation introduced the lowest-profile poke-home connector currently available on the market. Featuring its industry-proven 2mm dual-beam, high spring-force, phosphor bronze poke-home contacts in a sleek 3.0mm pitch by 2.5mm high SMT package, the new horizontal 9296 Series connectorRead More
The EDAC cardEDGE+ connector portfolio includes 8,000 standard styles and 435,000 customized versions. EDAC has enhanced its extensive range of card-edge connectors to include 8,000 standard styles and 435,000 customized variations. EDAC cardEDGE+ connectors are available with two to 188 contacts in single- and dual-row versions, with contact spacing that spans 1.27mm to 5.08mm; they come with orRead More
The Qualtek dual fuse IEC C14 inlet is compact and rated to 10A. Qualtek now offers a series of dual-fused inlets which are compact and rated to 10A. The inlets, which are available with screw-mount (719WA) or snap-in mounting (723WA), feature active fuses on both the line and neutral. The inlets are designed to comply withRead More
The Kycon A-type high-retention force USB 2.0 connector allows for 50% more retention force than standard USB products. Kycon expanded its line of USB 2.0 products to include an A-type that allows for 50% more retention force than the standard USB to prevent accidental disconnect. The KUSBXHT is ideal for use where USB connection reliability is criticalRead More
Developed with a medical device manufacturer, Bioconnect’s medical cable reduces electrical interference and is now available to all customers. Working with a medical device company, Bioconnect, a division of RF Industries, has designed a cable that eliminates unwanted electrical noise. A medical device company developed a mapping catheter system that improved the diagnosis and treatment of atrialRead More
GTK 0.3mm FPC connectors incorporate a dual-contact style for design flexibility. GTK has expanded its ZIF connector range with the addition of 0.3mm FPC connectors. These connectors are available in 11 to 61 positions and incorporate a dual-contact style for design flexibility as well as a back-flip actuator for easy insertion of the flexible printed circuit.Read More
The new Mill-Max target connectors and pins are used in place of SMT pads as the mating surface for spring-loaded pins. Mill-Max introduced a selection of new target connectors and pins that are used in place of SMT pads on a PCB as the mating surface for spring-loaded pins. The new series includes .100″ (2.54mm) and 2mmRead More
The Yamaichi Y-Con cable assembly product line includes adapter cables with M12 and push-pull connectors that terminate to RJ45 and USB interfaces. Yamaichi Electronics’ Y-Con product line provides adapter cables with M12 or push-pull connectors that connect to RJ45 or USB interfaces. All the required connector components are available on-site at Yamaichi, so the entire cable assembly can be manufactured at a single production location. Yamaichi ElectronicsRead More
