October 2024 New Connectivity Products
New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits.
October 2024 New Connectivity Products
October 2024 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc.
TE Connectivity’s Aerospace, Defense, & Marine engineering team spent two years developing a next-generation VPX connector to meet the defense industry’s increasing requirements for connectivity and bandwidth. Their hard work has paid off: TE’s next generation MULTIGIG RT connector was recently selected by the VITA Standards Organization as the next-generation plug-in module standard with doubled pin count compared to VITA 46 and data rates up to 112 Gb/s. Congratulations to the team for this win establishing the future of high-speed, rugged embedded systems!
Hirose FH82 Series FPC connector is the smallest FPC version to date. With a pitch of 0.25 mm, height of 0.65 mm, and thickness of 0.2 mm, the FH82 Series offers space-savings that enables a reduction in size of automotive, consumer, medical, smart home, wearable and other electronic devices. The FH82 Series is commonly used for connecting displays and sensors in devices. Connection is completed by just inserting the FPC with patented One Action FH connectors. There is no need to touch the actuator when connecting, preventing actuator damage. The work time and number of operation steps is reduced to one-third for a dramatically increased production capacity. The FH82 Series is available in a 14-position version that is halogen-free and RoHS compliant. Hirose’s One Action FH Series includes four other connector versions with heights ranging from 0.9 mm to 5.2 mm. Shielded versions are also available to meet high-speed requirements.
Amphenol Industrial Operations offers its SurLok Plus series in varying connector sizes and configurations. SurLok Plus 10.3 mm inline plug 2.0 generation non-EMI straight plug connector features a quick connect and locking system. It is ideal for applications using battery and control boxes that require a 360A power connector, as well as in electric vehicles, hybrid electric and EV within the heavy equipment market, and is a reliable alternative to compression lugs. SurLok Plus 5.7mm (1000VDC) rated to 120A and 8.0mm (1500VDC) rated to 200A 2.5 generation, non-EMI right angle connectors are designed for high power application connections in the energy storage market. These connectors feature anti-mis-insertion (Pokayoke), anti-incorrect installation, anti-water, and a 360° rotation after mating. SurLok Plus 14.0 mm EMI right angle connector, with a voltage range of 1500VDC, provides EMI shielding and HVIL option, temperature range -40 °C – 140 °C, is ideal for use in energy storage systems, electric vehicles, battery solutions, fuel cells, and industrial applications. This field-installable connector is an environmentally friendly and reliable alternative to common compression lugs. It can be used in DC/DC and AC/DC power transfers.
Adam Tech’s ESF/ESM Series Energy Storage Connectors provide a critical link between battery modules. This link ensures safe and reliable connections in energy storage systems, such as electric vehicle charging, renewable energy devices, and industrial and consumer energy storage. The series is composed of various mated pairs, offered in both orange and black. Various voltage ratings, current ratings, and wire gauges are supported, making this series compatible with a wide range of applications. Compatible dust covers are available, providing additional protection.
Belden Inc. announced new products designed for secure, high-quality performance in critical applications, including three new products for data acquisition and transmission, and three for data orchestration and management. For the former, Belden LSZH (low-smoke, zero-halogen) Cca-Rated OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) cables comply with European Commission standards and meet criteria for flame spread, heat release, and smoke production. Belden NewGen Multi-Conductor & Pair LSZH cable portfolio includes products with enhanced flame ratings that comply with European Construction Products Regulation (CPR) guidelines. Belden EN/IEC-rated classics/electronics portfolio now includes LSZH jacketed paired and multi-conductor cables that provide enhanced resistance to fire to meet European CPR guidelines. For the latter, Belden PROVIZE Suite offers new features, including network planning with Belden BOBCAT and GREYHOUND switches, subnet, and MRP sub-ring configuration, and CLI export and template stacking capabilities. Hirschmann EAGLE40-4F Industrial Firewalls provide deep packet inspection and advanced cybersecurity, ideal for protecting critical industrial applications. ProSoft Technology FOUNDATION Fieldbus FF Links allow users to connect foundation fieldbus (FF) H1 devices to an EtherNet/IP controller (as a target or originator). They can also be used to transfer FF device data using the Modbus TCP protocol to a Modbus client or server.
Amphenol RF’s new SMPM PCB designs are available in the straight jack configuration featuring either full detent or smooth bore retention. They are specifically engineered with non-ferrous metals and alloys. Non-magnetic RF interconnects are essential for applications such as medical equipment, quantum computing components, and military/aerospace technology where the presence of magnetic material in the components may cause interference. These 50 ohm non-magnetic SMPM jacks offer reliable electrical performance up to 26.5 GHz and are engineered with gold-plated, beryllium copper bodies. They are compatible with all existing non-magnetic SMPM bullets for an excellent board-to-board or cable-to-board solution. SMPM connectors utilize the popular snap-on locking mechanism for quick and easy mating and unmating. These parts can be clearly identified by the NM stamp on the body. Non-magnetic SMPM connectors offer the same features and benefits as traditional SMPM products – misalignment tolerance, reduced footprint, high frequency range, and a wide range of configurations.
Fischer Connectors has developed new USB 3.2 connectors and cable assembly solutions in three of its flagship product lines to meet signal integrity and harsh environment requirements for medical, defense, industrial, and instrumentation applications. Fischer Core Brass Series features 9 pins in Ø 15.5 mm (size 1031 plug) and is resistant to chemicals and sterilization processes. The ultra-miniature, high-density Fischer MiniMax Series features 9 pins in Ø 12.9 mm (size 08 plug) or 12 signal and power pins in Ø 14.9 mm (size 10 plug), including high power up to 8A for applications where SWaP (size, weight, and power) is critical, such as miniature body-worn computers and peripherals, high-performance lidars, and high-speed intercom boxes. The rugged, compact, lightweight Fischer UltiMate Series features 9 pins in Ø 18.5 mm (size 11 plug), 360° EMC shielding, resistance to shock, vibration, and corrosion up to 1,000 hours of salt mist. It is ideal for civil and military drones equipped with USB3 cameras and a wide range of MIL-SPEC applications. Fischer Connectors’ three series offer IP68 sealing (IP69 and hermeticity with a resin-sealed contact block for Core and UltiMate), extreme operating temperatures (MiniMax from -40 °C to +135 °C, Core from -70 °C to +250 °C, UltiMate from -55 °C to +135 °C), high mating cycles (MiniMax up to 5,000; Core and UltiMate up to 10,000), and three locking mechanisms: push-pull and quick-release for the three series, plus screw for MiniMax. UltiMate also allows for blind mating with an extremely robust mechanical keying.
October 2024 New Connectivity Products > Connector Materials, Accessories, Tools, and Development Kits
The PowerCrimper Vario from Weidmuller USA is a semi-automated machine with a purely electrical-powered drive for high process flexibility and security in applications that require durable crimping connections. The PowerCrimper Vario requires no foot switch and features short cycle times (approx. 1.0 s) and an LED display for maximum ease of service. It has a simple, intuitive, user-friendly operation and compact design, with finger safety and a high level of flexibility in combination with PowerStripper 6.0/16.0. Inserts for insulated connectors range from 0.5 to 6 mm2 (AWG 20-10) or for wire end ferrules 6 to 16 mm2 (AWG 10-6), enabling a force-saving crimping process.
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