When connector geometries become too small for conventional tooling – or too complex to justify a mold before the design is proven – manufacturers face a difficult decision about how to move forward: when does it still make sense to cut a mold? Article Contributed by Boston Micro Fabrication For TE Connectivity, those challenges areRead More
Falling battery prices, improving battery chemistries, smarter pack architectures, faster charging speeds, and better battery connectors are bringing continuing advancements to e-mobility. In many parts of the world, advanced components and engineering are solving the range anxieties that have held back e-mobility. Large-scale adoption in many European and Asian countries, and affordable new EV brandsRead More
Battery connector design gets super-charged in a case study that demonstrates the power of materials science to solve new connectivity challenges. Article Contributed by Alyssa Koch, Materion Corporation Battery interconnect materials must satisfy a demanding combination of electrical, mechanical, joining, and environmental requirements, properties that are difficult to achieve with a single metal. When nickelRead More
This communication architecture allows for the smooth exchange of data inside a computer, or occasionally between different systems, components, and applications. A data bus is the set of connections within the CPU, memory, and peripherals used to carry data and is one of the main factors in a computer’s processing power. It consists of hardwareRead More
New-to-market connectivity products, including interconnects, wire, cable, and cable assemblies, sensors, antennas, materials, accessories, tools, and development kits. October 2026 New Connectivity Products October 2026 New Connectivity Products > Interconnects, etc. The Industrial Battery Connector (IBC) from Anderson Power is designed for industry-leading durability, reduced downtime, and easy assembly and disassembly. The Anderson-exclusive modular design with a contact cartridge enables quick contact repair and effortlessRead More
When designing industrial and commercial transportation vehicles with high-voltage batteries and related systems, manufacturers and system integrators face an important question: Is a high voltage interlock, or HVIL, necessary at every high-voltage interface? Article Contributed By Daniel Domke, Senior Manager, Product Management, Industrial & Commercial Transportation, TE Connectivity For trucks, buses, construction equipment, and miningRead More
A South Florida railway operator wanted to update crossing signals along its system. With the help of a connector supplier, they found a solution that went even further, improving system reliability, longevity, functionality, and safety, while saving money. Article Contributed By Barry Nelson, WAGO Connected technologies are transforming the railroad industry. From electrification and high-speedRead 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
In 2025, the world’s top 100 connector manufacturers generated $81.386 billion in shipments, representing 82.1% of the total worldwide connector market—up from 81.0% in 2024. A new Bishop & Associates report identifies these companies and analyzes their activities, performance, products, and expertise. Bishop & Associates new 10-chapter research report provides a comprehensive analysis of theRead More
Connectors are among the smallest components in a larger electrical system, but they hold significant responsibility to carry current repeatedly, maintain stable electrical performance, withstand harsh environments, and support safe operation over thousands of mating cycles. When that connector is specified correctly and manufactured to the appropriate quality standards, it can perform reliably for years.Read More
With its small footprint and robust construction, ix Industrial has given Industrial applications a rugged alternative to RJ45. Now ODVA is taking a closer look. ix Industrial is the next-generation connector for Ethernet and other industrial equipment transmission. Initially developed by two major companies — Hirose and HARTING, in partnership — ix Industrial gained acceptanceRead More
