The 2013 top 10 European-based connector companies account for 23.4% of European connector demand. Find out which made the top 10, as compiled by Bishop & Associates. The European Connector Market  In 2013, Europe accounted for 21.8% or $10,643 million of total world connector demand. This was an increase of 7.3% over 2012, when Europe accounted forRead More

Omnetics waterproof micro-circular connectors are ideal for both digital and analog high-rel applications that require IP67 immersion testing. Omnetics‘ micro-sized (.050″ pitch) connectors in compact metal or overmolded polymer shells offer dramatic size and weight reduction for circuits requiring multiple pin interconnection systems. Nearly the smallest in the industry, they are less than one-half-inch in diameter forRead More

ept’s flexilink jumper provides a dense PCB connection with an operational current up to 8A. The flexilink jumper, ept’s latest connector innovation in press-fit technology, offers the highest flexibility for various applications, with the lowest consumption of PCB space, current capacity as high as 8A per pin, and easy processing without soldering. The flexilink jumperRead More

The Souriau UTS LC fiber optic connector provides simple, multi-source optics for industrial and FTTX applications. Esterline Connection Technologies – Souriau expands its UTS series of products with the UTS LC fiber optic connector so that the range now covers the entire spectrum of power and signal needs in copper and fiber optic technologies, all with standardRead More

The HARTING M12 PushPull connector is easy to handle and has low spatial requirements. HARTING responded to the railway industry’s need for lower-current systems by developing the M12 PushPull connector. The safety demands made on train technology have also resulted in a need for connectors that are easy to handle and service-friendly. A high level of vibration resistanceRead More

The CONEC M8x1 connectors are field-installable and allow for custom-fit wiring. CONEC‘s field-attachable connectors make it possible to custom-fit wiring, with easy on-site installable connector terminations. For additional electromagnetic protection in the transmission of sensitive data and signals, CONEC has expanded its M8x1 field-attachable connector series by adding variants with 360° shielding. These connectors are idealRead More

The Amphenol 9-way AT circular series features a smaller flange and is designed for use in the heavy equipment industry. Amphenol Industrial Products Group has enhanced its 9-way AT circular series receptacle line by adding one with a smaller flange that can be fitted to all heavy equipment vehicles. The ATC-09-9-1939PN meets SAE J1939, a specification for communication andRead More

The JST ACHL and ACHF Series of crimp-style, subminiature, wire-to-board connectors are ideal for high-density LED applications. JST Corporation‘s new ACHL and ACHF Series wire-to-board, crimp-style, disconnectable connectors offer subminiature size, design flexibility, and reliable contact construction for high-density applications. These 1.2mm (.047”) pitch, SMT connectors are polarized and have a secure friction-locking feature when mated.Read More

The Wieland WT Series DIN-rail terminal blocks provide screw-clamp terminal block design with push-in jumpers and a flexible marking system. Wieland Electric has significantly enhanced the design of its proven DIN rail-mounted screw-clamp terminal blocks. Part of the company’s selos family, the WT Series terminal blocks combine Wieland’s years of manufacturing experience with design innovationsRead More

Read on to learn more about the top connector and cable assembly industry news briefs for October 14, 2014. Fluke Networks is unveiling LinkWare Live, the first cloud-based service that enables contractors, cable installers, and project managers using the Versiv family of certification testers to upload, manage, and analyze certification test results from cabling projectsRead More

The Photonic Systems Manufacturing Consortium enlists participation in a 10-year roadmap for the development and manufacturing capabilities needed to produce low-cost, high-volume, integrated photonic systems. The Photonic Systems Manufacturing Consortium (PSMC), a collaboration of the International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative (iNEMI) and the MIT Microphotonics Center, is enlisting the participation of key industry stakeholders in its development ofRead More

Belden’s Wash-Down Cord Sets are designed to perform in extreme environments, providing functional reliability and lower maintenance costs.  Belden Inc. released new Wash-Down Cord Sets as part of its Lumberg Automation product portfolio in North America and Europe. The new cord sets are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, immense pressure, and the chemical exposure typicalRead More