Power D or Combo D-subs are specialized mixed-layout connectors that combine standard signal contacts with larger contacts for power, coax (RF), or high voltage in one shielded, locking, D-shaped shell. Some product lines also add fiber-optic contacts. The two names are often used interchangeably; however, some manufacturers use “Power-D” and “Combo-D” to distinguish products inRead More

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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 PCB connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. PCB connectors Lumberg’s RAST 2.5 connector for individual conductors is another solution for secure connection technology in applications with the highest demands on mechanical stability. It features a compact design and lateral locking hooks that secure the connector firmly on the PCBRead 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 Micro, Mini, and Nano solutions from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Micro, Mini, and Nano Bi-Lobe connectors utilize Omnetics rugged and reliable Flex Pin contact system. Spaced on 25 mil (.64 mm) centerlines, they are capable of carrying one amp per contact. Extremely small and lightweight, they exceed the shockRead 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

Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. July 2026 Connector Industry News July 2026 Connector Industry News > Award News Sager Electronics was named Distributor of the Year for 2025 by EAO, 2025 Americas Distributor of the Year by RECOMRead More

This week’s Product Roundup highlights board-to-board connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers. Board-to-Board Connectors PRECI-DIP’s board-to-board connectors use precision-machined contacts to ensure stable electrical performance and high contact reliability in PCB interconnections. Their custom design supports direct board stacking with consistent contact alignment and durability over repeated mating cycles. Available in multiple series with variousRead More

Upcoming industry events, as well as recent award, partnership, promotion, personnel, facility, distribution, standards, association, and certification news from across the connector industry. June 2026 Connector Industry News June 2026 Connector Industry News > Award News DigiKey received 29 awards from its supplier partners during the 2026 EDS Leadership Summit, held May 18-22, in LasRead 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

Meet the Connector: D-Sub Hardware Versatile D-Sub (subminiature) connectors are widely used in military, industrial, and other applications in harsh and rugged environments. For many of these applications, reliability and security are paramount, and they require permanent, secure, shielded connections. Securing and protecting D-Sub and Micro-D connectors requires additional hardware. Many accessories are available forRead More