Meet the Connector: VME64x Connectors VME64x is a standard for VMEbus ruggedized, high-performance embedded systems in defense, aerospace, industrial control, and medical imaging. A superset to the VME64 standard, VME64x (VME64 Extensions) was adopted by the VITA Standards Organization in 1997. VME64x added many new capabilities, including: a new 160 pin connector family a 95Read More
University students tackle complex engineering challenges in pursuit of innovation, sustainability, and community. A leading connector supplier is part of the team. Last May, JAE announced its sponsorship of ZotSun, the University of California, Irvine (UCI) solar car project. Both the company and the students involved are reaping the benefits of this partnership. UCI ZotSunRead More
At Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, ATTEND featured a FAKRA connectivity demo that illustrates the RF signal path between an automotive camera module and the vehicle ECU. Is this a preview of the future of vehicle architectures? Article Contributed by Maxine Chien, ATTEND ATTEND presented an innovative automotive camera FAKRA connectivity solution at Embedded WorldRead More
New research from Bishop & Associates tracks more than $12.7 billion in market expansion, with huge growth in Asia. Learn what markets topped the charts. The worldwide electronic connector market expanded by more than $12.7 billion in 2025, delivering a 14.7% increase over 2024 sales, one of the industry’s stronger performances in recent years. AllRead More
Meet the Connector: Triax Connectors By adding a third conductor, these high-performance RF connectors work with triaxial cable to increase signal integrity and reduce noise in high-precision applications in busy environments that call for increased shielding. A triax connector (also called a triaxial connector) is a specialized coaxial connector that adds a third conductor — essentially aRead More
DesignCon 2026 opened the 26th edition of this premier technical conference reflecting the incredible advances in technology and products being driven by artificial intelligence. 2025 was an outstanding year for revenue growth in nearly every segment of the computing equipment and component market including electronic connectors which grew 14.7%, according to Bishop & Associates. ExpectationsRead More
Only the most durable and rugged components can protect outdoor electronics. To ensure reliable connectivity, look for these key characteristics. Article Contributed by: Paul Pulkowski, Marketing Manager, binder USA Harsh environment connectors play an important role in modern engineering, acting as critical links for power and signal transmission across diverse applications. In outdoor and challenging conditions, where materialsRead More
The PCIe 7.0 specification was released in 2025, with speeds of 128 Gigatransfers per second, doubling the maximum rate of PCIe 6.0. PCI-SIG promises to double bandwidth every three years, and last month’s preliminary 8.0 draft release shows that progress is accelerating to meet the high-speed needs of the AI era. In June 2025, PCI-SIG released theRead More
Meet the Connector: LVDS Connectors LVDS (low-voltage differential signaling) connectors are high-speed, low-power connectors for transmitting data with minimal electromagnetic interference (EMI). Introduced in 1994, LVDS connectors are designed for high-frequency signals, commonly reaching gigahertz speeds for display data. Key features are high-speed transmission, low power consumption, strong noise immunity, and compact design. Differential signalingRead More
When there is too much wire and not enough space, branch wiring provides an elegant solution that benefits engineers, designers, manufacturers, and customers. Branch wiring offers engineers and designers a valuable solution for industrial and other applications that require managing lots of wire and cable. Connector Supplier spoke with Nathan Moskal, product manager, and ZacharyRead More
As electronics shrink and applications grow more demanding, flat cables are emerging as a compelling alternative to traditional round wire bundles, offering superior flexibility, space efficiency, and reliability across industries. Article Contributed By Doug Allen and Brian Wang, JPC Connectivity When designing application-specific cable assemblies, most engineers default to traditional round wire bundles. In manyRead More
Meet the Connector: CopprLink Cables CopprLink is a PCIe cable specification introduced in 2024 by PCI-SIG to standardize high-speed cabled interconnects for modern computing architectures. It defines both internal and external copper cable assemblies for PCIe systems, covering signaling rates from 2.5 GT/s through 64.0 GT/s (PCIe 5.0 and 6.0), with development underway for PCIeRead More
