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THERMOCOUPLE CONNECTORS — Thermocouple connectors are a type of mold connector used to connect a thermocouple cable from the main frame to the mold. Mounted on or in the mold, the connectors use a single stainless steel clamping mechanism to secure and seal the connection. The standard insert uses a screw-type terminal. A spring-clamp insert is also available. The connector pins are numbered on the backside of each insert, and a corresponding label is attached to the side of the housing. The inserts are keyed to prevent incorrect coupling. High-temperature inserts and housings (180&#deg;C) are also available. MENCOM, GAINESVILLE, GA. www.mencomcorp.com
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RIGHT-ANGLE PCB RECEPTACLES — The 3-, 4-, and 6-pin M8 picofast line of miniature industrial PCB-mount connectors is designed to accommodate a wide range of uses. The miniature PCB-mount receptacles are ideal for high-motion applications where larger style cordsets and receptacles add unwanted additional weight, increasing the possibility of damage to high-speed robotics in the form of excess mechanical wear and tear. TURCK, MINNEAPOLIS. www.turck.com
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EMT CONNECTORS — New compression-style zinc die-cast EMT connectors and couplings meet the new, more stringent UL requirements for "raintight" classification. To prevent water seepage into conduit, box, or enclosure, the connectors—models 250-RT2, 251-RT2, and 252-RT2, measuring ½", ¾", and 1", respectively—feature an internal sealing ring and external knockout gasket. Couplings, available in the ½" 260-RT model, ¾" 261-RT model, and 1" 262-RT model, use two sealing rings to keep out rain. BRIDGEPORT FITTINGS, STRATFORD, CT. www.bptfittings.com
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CONNECTOR SYSTEM — The SOLARLOK interconnection system with a new, flexible, UL- and TÜV-approved system accommodates serial and parallel solar module connections. The connectors used allow for rapid assembly using hand tools but can also utilize high-speed, semi-automatic applicators. The silver-plated, copper-alloy contacts are rated at 25 A with up to 50 mating cycles and are sealed to an IP67 environmental rating when mated with another connector. Contact resistance is typically 1 mΩ or less and affords the designer a low-resistance separable interface. TYCO ELECTRONICS, HARRISBURG, PA. www.tycoelectronics.com
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MINI BNC JACKS — Dual Mini BNC jacks for RF, video, and broadcast transmission are double-stacked miniature connectors measuring only 23.7¥8.6¥24.1 mm. The jacks use approximately one-third less board space than their traditional counterparts. Fully shielded and boasting a low VSWR, the Dual Mini BNCs are suited for employment on PCBs in diverse RF applications such as telecommunications, professional video, broadcast, medical equipment and instrumentation, and test instrumentation. BOMAR, LEDGEWOOD, NJ. www.bomarinterconnect.com
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MIL-SPEC CONNECTORS — By combining rugged circular MIL-Spec connector technology and the standard RJ-45, USB, FireWire, and MT-RJ connectors, the family of RJField connectors was born, becoming an enabling technology for the "digital battlefield." The U.S. Army has accepted the MIL-C-26482 Series 1 and MIL-C-38999 Series 3 connectors as the next-generation replacement connector for military tactical deployable network applications. It allows users to transform any standard RJ-45 cordset into an environmental IP67 connector without any cabling operation or special tools. The connectors are available in a large range of mating configurations (bayonet, thread, push-pull) with metallic or plastic shells. AMPHENOL, WALLINGFORD, CT. www.rjfield.com
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LC CONNECTORS — Field-installable LC products offer all the benefits of SC and ST connections in a small-form-factor, high-density design. These LC adapter products are compatible with Siemon's MAX, CT, FOB, and SM work area and telecommunications room products, providing a wide variety of installation options. The LC connectors take just two minutes to terminate, using the Siemon LightSpeed Termination Kit. They are available in multimode and singlemode, buffered and jacketed options. THE SIEMON CO., WATERTOWN, CT. www.siemon.com
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RJ CONNECTOR — The UltraJAX RJ connector provides high-density contact capabilities within a standard-sized RJ connector. Contact assemblies are housed in the top and bottom of the UltraJAX female connector. Existing single-sided RJ-11 and RJ-45 connectors insert into the connector in multiple directions supporting multiple functionality, while UltraJAX double-sided male connectors use both sets of contacts, doubling the capacity and functionality of a single connector. UltraJAX doubles the port count of standard networking and phone equipment as well as any others using RJ ports. REVOTECH, LOS ANGELES. www.revotech.net
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HIGH-DENSITY CONNECTORS — This new line of high-density insulation displacement connectors (IDC) and mating headers minimize required PCB space. Female IDC receptacles have high-reliability beryllium-copper insulation displacement terminals plated with up to 30 µ" of gold over nickel. Housings are molded from black PBT and feature a molded-in center polarizing bar. These receptacles accept standard 0.025"-pitch, 30-AWG flat ribbon cable. Male headers are available in through-hole vertical, through-hole right-angle, and surface-mount styles. Male headers feature phosphor bronze contacts plated with up to 30 µ" of gold over nickel. RAYCON TECHNOLOGY, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA. www.raycontech.com
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CABLE CONNECTORS — The 6238/6292 Series 0.5-mm-pitch, low-profile, flexible-printed-circuit (FPC)/flat-flexible-cable (FFC) connectors provide an environmentally friendly method of making PCB connections in PCs and digital AV devices. These devices are available with either flip-lock (6238 Series) or slide-type (6292 Series) connections, both with right-angle zero insertion force. The 0.5-mm pitch with a low profile of 1.1 mm (applicable FPC thickness of 0.3 mm) reduces the mounting area as much as 42% compared to current products. Applications for the 6238/6292 Series include PCB-to-PCB and PCB-to-display connections in laptop PCs, AV digital, digital still cameras, and digital video cameras. AVX, MYRTLE BEACH, SC. www.avxcorp.com
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FIBER STUB CONNECTORS — A new line of fiber stub connectors for the commercial marketplace is designed to simplify the installation process for electrical contractors and installers to ease the installation process from start to finish. Because these connectors terminate in any environment and require no epoxy or primer, they reduce the time spent in training and on the job. Terminations require fewer consumables and generate less mess, which translates into increased productivity and reliable, high-quality terminations. PASS AND SEYMOUR/LEGRAND, SYRACUSE, NY. www.passandseymour.com
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MOLDED CONNECTORS — The Tuff-Link line of molded connectors is specifically designed to withstand the extremes of water, caustic materials, substrates, detergents, and surfectants. These harsh-environment connectors include mini/micro/pico connectors and cable assemblies, distribution boxes, DIN connectors, and bus system connectors. All products in the Tuff-Link line meet or exceed IP67 or IP68 standards. REMKE INDUSTRIES, WHEELING, IL. www.remke.com
