This week’s Product Roundup highlights SPE interconnects from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. SPE interconnects Phoenix Contact’s M12 hybrid connector for single-pair Ethernet combines data and power transmission in a compact format. The space-saving data element with two contacts enables higher power transmission in minimal installation space. Instead of separate connectors for data and power,Read More
Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. January 2026 Connector Industry News January 2026 Connector Industry News > Award News Hirose’s ZE150HV Series has been selected as a CES Innovation Awards Honoree within Vehicle Tech & Advanced Mobility, presentedRead More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights Rectangular MIL-spec connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Rectangular MIL-spec Connectors Nicomatic has an extensive range of MIL-Spec rectangular connectors. The CMM Series provides a modular rectangular connector platform that integrates signal, power, and RF contacts within a single interface. Available in multiple sizes and configurations, the CMM range isRead More
New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits. January 2026 New Connectivity Products January 2026 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc. binder’s Harsh Environment Connector (HEC) is engineered for reliable performance in demanding outdoor applications. Robust materials, advanced sealing technology, and durable construction ensure HEC’s dependable connectivity even under extreme conditions, making it well-suited forRead More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights SMP and SMPM connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. SMP and SMPM Connectors Amphenol and Cinch SMP RF connectors, available at PEI-Genesis, are miniature, high-frequency coaxial connectors known for their push-on coupling mechanism. They offer reliable connections up to 40 GHz, making them ideal for high-speed data transmission inRead More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights optical backplanes from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Optical Backplanes The Amphenol R-VPX Evolution Series available at PEI-Genesis offers high-speed modules capable of 16+ Gb/s data rate transfer performance design to support the latest high-speed protocols while still meeting open VPX requirements. The R-VPX Evolution Series meets the performance requirementsRead More
Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. December 2025 Connector Industry News December 2025 Connector Industry News > Award News Weidmuller USA announced that the global Weidmüller Group has earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for outstanding commitment toRead More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights NATO STANAG interconnects from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. NATO STANAG Interconnects ITT Cannon’s MKJ Warrior connectors are a reliable interconnect solution that enables critical communication, navigation, and USB data/power for modern soldier applications. The MKJ Warrior Series provides a robust breakaway coupling system qualified to European GOSSRA and NATORead More
New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits. December 2025 New Connectivity Products December 2025 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc. Phoenix Contact’s M17 PRO hybrid connector is the first M17 circular connector in accordance with the IEC standard 61076-2-117. The M17 PRO hybrid combines data, signal, and power transmission in a compact, single-cable solution.Read More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights waterproof and hermetically sealed connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Waterproof and hermetically sealed connectors Eaton’s 8D Hermetic MIL-DTL-38999 Series III connectors, available at PEI-Genesis. feature stainless steel housing, glass-fused inserts, and a leak rate under 10⁻⁷ atm.cm³/s for extreme environments. With up to 128 contacts (#22D), resistance toRead More
This week’s Product Roundup highlights connectors for consumer applications from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Connectors for Consumer Applications Lumberg’s Cat 6a RJ45 plugs and sockets, series 2542 01 and 02, offer tool-free installation and a robust design. They are perfect for quick and reliable on-site assembly for all networks, from voice to 10 GigabitRead More
Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. November 2025 Connector Industry News November 2025 Connector Industry News > Event News DigiKey sponsored the 2025 Hackaday Superconference, Oct. 31- Nov. 2, in Pasadena, Calif. The global event brings together hardware hackers, makers,Read More
