Molex OptoConnect Custom Optical Enclosures offer a high-density fiber optic routing management solution that integrates sophisticated fiber circuitry features. Molex Incorporated launched its OptoConnect Custom Optical Enclosures, which are designed to simplify complex fiber optic mapping issues. The OptoConnect fiber-routing system uses integrated FlexPlane circuitry for a complete end-to-end optical management system for high-density telecom and datacom equipmentRead More

Restrictive connector terminal solutions can be an issue when specifying aluminum wires for automotive applications.   In light of time-to-market issues in the automotive industry, aluminum is the best option for reducing the weight of the electrical distribution system and harnesses. Aluminum has been used in battery and power applications in premium cars for some time.Read More

When every penny counts, manufacturers look to wire processing equipment suppliers to help cut production costs and improve the cost per lead. To assist in your next equipment purchase, Komax offers five things to know about automatic crimping machines.   In today’s competitive business environment, wire harness manufacturers are winning contracts by the penny. WhenRead More

Choosing the right material combinations for a specific application can mean the difference between success and failure. Richard Orstad of Fralock presents a primer on how to specify electrical insulating material.   There are hundreds of decisions required when designing mission-critical electromechanical components. In each of these decisions, choosing the right material combinations for a specificRead More

TE’s DEUTSCH CTJ Series common terminal systems offer a ruggedized design to help meet demands of military and commercial applications. TE Connectivity announced its DEUTSCH CTJ series modules, AS81714 Series II, which are fully customizable for military and commercial aerospace applications. The DEUTSCH CTJ series modules are made up of a system of wires and components that areRead More

AFC Cable Systems’ LIQUID-TUFF UL Splash Zone Liquidtight Flexible Conduit has a rugged PVC jacket that inhibits bacterial growth and withstands washdown with bleach agents. AFC Cable Systems announced the availability of LIQUID-TUFF UL Splash Zone Liquidtight Flexible Conduit, with a rugged polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket designed to inhibit bacteria growth and withstand cleaning and sterilization usingRead More

The Graco AFD Therm-O-Flow Bulk Hot Melt System for the cable industry enables double the throughput capability of its leading competitor. Graco Advanced Fluid Dispense (AFD), a world leader in fluid handling products and systems, announced the The-O-Flow Bulk Hot Melt System, an ideal fit for moisture-block coating applications in the cable industry. With material throughput capability double thatRead More

The TE Rayseal repair sleeve delivers fast, reliable, large-gauge cable repair with a new side-entry repair solution. TE Connectivity announced its Raychem Rayseal large-gauge wire repair (LGWR) sleeve for military aerospace and defense, commercial air, and military ground system applications. 

The Rayseal LGWR sleeve is a high-performance, side-entry, heat-shrinkable sleeve with an adhesive lining. TheRead More

PROVERTHA 90-degree M12 connectors are fully shielded with eight cable outlet options.   PROVERTHA complements its comprehensive range of M12 connection solutions with fully shielded 90-degree M12 cable connectors that offer eight cable outlet options. With the new connectors, the company addresses applications in automation, control, and process technology as well as in mechanical engineering. The compactRead More

Ensure optimal performance in demanding environments with these tips on how to specify industrial fiber optic cable from Kyle Mrkva of Belden.   Fiber optic cabling is applicable in any industrial environment where high-speed, high-bandwidth data solutions are needed. It can be used for campus and in-building data backbones to anchor an operation’s Ethernet, andRead More

Pasternack 75-ohm test cables up to 3GHz are ultra-durable and offer excellent insertion and return loss. Pasternack released its newest line of 75-ohm test cables with operation up to 3GHz. These rugged cable assemblies are specially designed to withstand the rigors of test lab use and applications in 75-ohm communications systems. Technicians commonly rely on these high-frequencyRead More

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