The Molex MediSpec Plastic Circular System is an economical, custom-off-the-shelf interconnect system with a 10,000-cycle durability rating. Molex Incorporated introduced the MediSpec Medical Plastic Circular (MPC) Interconnect System, an economical custom-off-the-shelf interconnect system that delivers high mating cycles and low mating forces, at a fraction of the cost of competing machined-contact systems. Combining premium performanceRead More

ept’s flexilink press-fit board-to-board connectors utilize the Tcom press-fit system. ept introduced flexilinkb-t-b,a new board-to-board connector range based on the Tcom press-fit system. The connectors provide high-quality, non-pluggable connections between PCBs at a pitch of 2.54mm. The advantages are a reliable mechanical as well as electrical board-to-board connection created using just a single part. There is no need forRead More

The METZ CONNECT SC305/SL305 Terminal Blocks are compact and cost-effective, with spring-clamp, compression-mount contacts. METZ CONNECT introduced the new SC305 and SL305 series of terminal blocks with spring-clamp, compression-mount contacts. The terminal blocks facilitate a wire-to-board connection without the use of a header. Contact is established directly on the solder pads where a header would traditionallyRead More

FCI’s Stephen Smith explains how to specify high-speed backplane connectors so your system will work now as serial data rates increase to beyond 25Gb/s, as well as into the future.    Despite the dire predictions of folks in the optical camp, armies of copper users continue to design systems that can transmit information at dataRead More

Selecting the right power connector will maximize efficiency in distributed power architectures.   Efficiency is the holy grail of today’s power system architectures. Higher-voltage DC distribution has its advantages and is gaining traction, but the utility of universal AC input with active PFC and attractive full load efficiencies continues to address complex load requirements. ThisRead More

With such a variety of power connectors from which to choose, C2G has put together a short guide to power connectors to make your selection quick and easy.   Power connectors allow electronic devices to connect to available power outlets. Power cables can carry either alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). An example of ACRead More

With so many risks in and options for connecting tubing in medical applications, it is important to have a simple and repeatable strategy for selecting the best connector solution. Here are CPC’s four tips for choosing fluid connectors.   Choosing the right fluid connectors can improve patient safety and user convenience while maximizing sealing and flowRead More

The Phoenix Contact miniature M12 connector offers higher-power, S-coded connectors and cordsets rated to 16A. Phoenix Contact has expanded its M12 connector range for power transmission in industrial environments with S-coded, flush-type connectors and cordsets rated to 16A and 630V (ratings are per IEC; UL 2237 is pending). Standard S-coded connectors, rated to 12A, areRead More

The new Amphenol Pcd Pegasus Series are twist-and-lock, scoop-proof connectors that offer EMI shielding and protection from ambient noise transients. Amphenol Pcd announced the Pegasus Series, a lightweight aerospace connection system. These twist-and-lock, scoop-proof connectors provide the same convenience and weight savings of the Luminus Series, with the added benefit of EMI shielding and protectionRead More

FCI SFP+ Active Optical Cable is a new generation of low-power AOC that is compliant with 10Gb Ethernet and Fiber Channel signal transmission protocols. FCI has introduced its SFP+ Active Optical Cable (AOC). This new generation of low-power AOC is fully compatible with the SFF-8431 industry standard, plug-compatible with SFP+ hardware ports, and compliant with 10Gb Ethernet andRead More

The TE Connectivity NECTOR M Power System is an expandable power system solution that improves reliability and reduces installation time. TE Connectivity announced its newly enhanced NECTOR M Power System. In addition to meeting IEC 61535 standards, the power system solution is designed to meet the UL 1977 guidelines and just debuted a five-position splitter that provides power,Read More

The SOURIAU WME cable connectors are ideal for a wide variety of harsh-environment applications from road service vehicles to agricultural, mining, and mobile machinery. The SOURIAU WME cable connector series is approved by the EN 16330 for both outside and inside cabin connectivity. This European standard applies to power systems, drive implements, and attachments such as street cleaningRead More