The RFID antenna is the radiating element that links an RFID reader to passive or active tags. It reaches the rest of the system through an RF interface, most often a 50 Ω reverse-polarity TNC (RP-TNC) coaxial connector on fixed UHF readers. This component operates anywhere from 125 kHz to 5.8 GHz, and is mostRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights push-pull connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Push-pull Connectors   Adam Tech’s comprehensive line of Push Pull connectors consists of metal and plastic connectors, bend reliefs, and elbow sockets. Each product type is offered in a variety of options, including positions, mounting, and size. Specialty waterproof push-pull connectors areRead More

Antenna connectors are specialized RF coaxial connectors used to link antennas to coaxial or RF cables that connect to an electronic device such as a router, radio, transceiver, television, or wireless infrastructure. They are used in Wi-Fi and IoT devices, GNSS and navigation, aerospace and defense, and automotive systems. They carry radio-frequency signals through aRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights I/O connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. I/O connectors Greenconn offers a comprehensive portfolio of I/O connectors, including RJ45, USB, and D-Sub solutions for networking, data transfer, and device communication applications. Designed for reliable PCB integration and secure mating, the connectors provide standardized interfaces across industrial equipment, embedded systems,Read More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights plastic circular connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Plastic Circular Connectors The Micro Circular Series utilizes Omnetics’ rugged and reliable Flex-Pin contact system. Spaced on 50 mil (1.27mm) centerlines, they feature a mated length of less than 12.4 mm. Both the male and female contacts are shrouded by theRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights connectors for robotics from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Connectors for Robotics Lutronic Series cordsets from Lumberg are actuator/sensor cabling solutions with M8 and M12 connectors for automation. The M8 series includes 3-pole, 4-pole, 6-pole, and 8-pole types. Connected with PUR spiral cables, both straight and angled A-coded connectors leadRead More

MIL-DTL-28748 (formerly MIL-C-28748) is a U.S. military specification that defines rectangular, rack-and-panel electrical connectors with non-removable solder-type contacts or removable crimp-type contacts. It is commonly specified for airborne, ground-support, and shipboard equipment as a compact, high-contact-density, multi-source connector interface that is already proven for severe-environment military and aerospace use. Technical Standard MIL-DTL-28748 was first issuedRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights M-type connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. M-Type Connectors The binder M12 connector series from CDM Inc. are key components for harsh industrial environment robotics and automation applications. binder M12 connectors are available from CDM in all standard formats for signal and automation (most popular A, B coded), dataRead More

Their combination of unique characteristics offers advantages from rugged construction to signal integrity to saving space. Military and aerospace applications often rely on uncompromised signal transmission in challenging environments, making cable selection a high priority. Semi-rigid cables have multiple features that make them an ideal choice. In addition to their solid construction and high reliability,Read More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights D-shaped connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. D-shaped connectors Omnetics Micro-D subminiature connectors are designed and manufactured to meet and exceed MIL-DTL-83513. The QPL-qualified connector is built to ensure the highest performance in high shock and vibration applications as well as extreme environments. The proven beryllium copper spring pin-to-socketRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights high power connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. High power connectors SV Microwave’s BMB interface is where large form factor and high power meet. It provides a push-on, more robust, and higher-power-handling option than other SMPx interfaces. Due to its larger form factor, this rugged interface can handle moreRead More

Download your free copy of our latest eBook here! Connector Supplier’s latest harsh environment eBook delves into the unique connectivity challenges and solutions required in extreme conditions—further complicated by the ever-increasing conflicting demands of greater speed and power in smaller and lighter components. Experts from top connector suppliers share their knowledge and perspectives on how theseRead More