Manufacturers of rolling stock require high-quality electrical connection systems, and there is increasing demand for custom-tailored railway cabling solutions from connector manufacturers. Like those in traditional mechanical engineering fields, manufacturers of rail vehicles face the increasing challenges of higher costs and time-to-market pressures. Electrical connections and cabling are one area where they canRead More
When it comes to surviving in a hostile plant environment, few would argue against the superiority of the M12 connector system over the traditional RJ45 connector and socket, according to Dietmar Röring of Phoenix Contact. Ethernet has become a viable alternative to fieldbus systems in industrial networks. Ethernet can also be combined with existingRead More
Catch up on the latest interconnect promotions, launches, and events in interconnect news for January 15, 2016. Molex Invests in Breakthrough Wireless Power Platform Ossia announced a strategic investment by Molex that will help expand market access to the groundbreaking Cota wireless power technology by facilitating the development of new consumer and B2B products. Cota’s game-changing wireless powerRead More
Phoenix Contact Power Turn high-current terminals offer easy power wiring with spring-cage technology and quick connection. Phoenix Contact has expanded its range of Power Turn high-current terminals to include options with maximum wire sizes from 10AWG to 250MCM. The terminals make it easy and secure to connect the conductors using just a standard screwdriver andRead More
The new Phoenix Contact universal electronic housing system offers 100+ combinations for greater design flexibility. Phoenix Contact’s new EH electronic housings simplify design and increase flexibility for device applications. The EH system includes seven overall widths, two overall heights, and three cover versions to offer more than 100 possible combinations. The EH housing works with a wide range of PCBRead More
For the latest announcements from the connector industry, check out the news briefs for October 20, 2015. Molex expanded its printed electronics portfolio with the recent acquisition of Minnesota-based Soligie Inc. Custom Soligie solutions provide a robust and economical alternative to a rigid printed circuit board (PCB) or copper flex circuits in sensor applications forRead More
At one time, aluminum was the primary material option for heavy-duty connectors, but now plastic is a reliable and viable option. Over the years heavy-duty connectors have evolved from clunky pieces of heavy metal with contacts to robust, lightweight connectors that can mate with products from other manufacturers. They are also capable of routing signal,Read More
Everywhere you turn, you can find LEDs in almost any lighting form factor, and connections are more challenging than a screw-in light bulb. Andrew Bogaczyk of Phoenix Contact explains how to connect LEDs and why the connection counts. LEDs continue to dominate the lighting marketplace; everywhere you turn, you can now find LEDs in almost any formRead More
The Phoenix Contact push-pull Advance data connectors are Variant 14 data connectors suitable for harsh environments. The new push-pull Advance data connectors from Phoenix Contact bring future-proof, high-speed cabling directly to the field. The push-pull connection technology complies with ODVA’s Variant 14. Designed for data rates of up to 10Gb/s, the connectors have IP65/67 protectionRead More
Rectangular connectors are commonly used in automotive applications, but the industry has unique requirements. Phoenix Contact offers tips on how to specify rectangular connectors for automotive applications. Rectangular connectors have long been used in industries where a harsh environment is standard operating procedure. These connectors need to meet a variety of specifications, including a high IngressRead More
The Phoenix Contact miniature M12 connector offers higher-power, S-coded connectors and cordsets rated to 16A. Phoenix Contact has expanded its M12 connector range for power transmission in industrial environments with S-coded, flush-type connectors and cordsets rated to 16A and 630V (ratings are per IEC; UL 2237 is pending). Standard S-coded connectors, rated to 12A, areRead More
By choosing the best components for a wireless network, says David Burrell of Phoenix Contact, it is possible to reduce the installation time as well as the risk of problems during installation. As the demand for lower operating costs in plant facilities increases, operations personnel need to seek out and learn new ways toRead More
