MINI SC CONNECTORS
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The MU connector, also referred to as the Mini SC, offers twice the port density of traditional fiberoptic connectors. It is approximately half the size of standard SC connectors and features an easy push-pull operation with a latching mechanism similar to the SC. The MU connectors are notable for their low insertion loss, long-term reliability, and repeatable performance. As a result, MU is an ideal solution for applications such as backplane I/O, front panel I/O, and device terminations. STRATOS LIGHTWAVE, CHICAGO, IL
www.stratoslightwave.com
SC OPTICAL CONNECTORS
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This new SC-type optical fiber connector combines fiberoptic cables and the best alignment possible with minimal signal loss. This design has applications in telecommunication, LAN, WAN, MAN, ATM, data communication, and fiber channel. The SC-type optical connector has a mechanical push-pull design latch that provides an audible sound when properly mated. Keying prevents rotational misalignment. The SC connector is offered pre-assembled, with ferrule included, in single-mode or multimode. The single-mode version has a maximum insertion loss of 0.5 dB with a minimum return loss of 40 dB. JST, WAUKEGAN, IL
www.jst.com
SMA CONNECTORS
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Recently released SMA two-hole panel-mount connectors are part of an expanding sub-miniature line of SMA, SMB, MB, MCX, 3.5-mm, 1.0/2.3, and MMCX Plug and Receptacle connectors and adapters. These SMA connectors are used in high-frequency and microwave applications where small size and performance components are required. All are fabricated to MIL-STD-348A, section 310, with nickel-or gold-plated brass bodies, Teflon insulation, and gold-plated contacts. The RSA-3261 SMA jack and the RSA-3221 SMA plug have solder cups; the RSA-3262, RSA-3268, and RSA-3269 have solder posts with flush and extended dielectric terminations. RF CONNECTORS, SAN DIEGO, CA
www.rfindustries.com
COAXIAL CONNECTORS
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This series of quick-release RF coaxial connectors features recessed female contacts and a dielectric at the tip of male contacts for user protection. The QRM series RF connectors are designed for high-power applications up to 6,000 W at 100 MHz average, and a DC to 4.0 GHz frequency range. These quick-release coax connectors are suitable for industrial, laser, medical, and semiconductor applications. TRU, PEABODY, MA
www.trucorporation.com
I/O INTERFACES
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A new addition joins a broad line of I/O interfaces in this high-speed, micro-pitch, cable, flex-circuit, and application-specific board-level interconnect product offering. The new I/O line includes D-subminiature, modular jacks, high-frequency serial interfaces, and miniature DINS. The D-subminiature (DSM) Series are available in three different tail setbacks in through-hole and SMT configurations, with right-angle and vertical orientations. Modular jacks are available in through-hole and SMT configurations and single port (MODS Series) and multi-port (MODM Series). SAMTEC, NEW ALBANY, IN
www.samtec.com
INDUSTRIAL CONNECTOR
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The new 26- and 28-pin M27 thread connector can be used for power and signals to factory automation equipment in the automotive, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, electronics, and semiconductor industries. These cordsets and receptacles are suitable replacements for DB25 D-subminiature-style connectors in industrial settings limited to 30 V and low current. The M27 connectors are rated for 150 V and 8 A, and can handle up to 18 AWG wires. The cordset has PVC or PUR cable jackets, male or female versions, in standard or custom lengths, with either pigtail or extension cords. TURCK, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
www.turck.com
I/O MODULE
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The model JSB-340 provides four 2-A form "C" relays and four opto-isolated inputs that plug n play into the standard USB. Inputs provide up to 2500-V isolation and selectable input ranges of 0 to 15 V or 0 to 30 V. The user can control the relays and sample the input from any programming or test language that supports the USB communications. Screw-style terminal-block connectors allow quick hook-up. The small-form-factor module has optical and relay isolation that eliminates surges in industrial environments from affecting the host PC in various test, control, monitor, and measurement applications. J-WORKS, SYLMAR, CA
www.j-works.com
BOARD CONNECTORS
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Solder short-tail PC/104 and PC/104-Plus connectors are now available. Solder short tail PC/104-Plus connectors are for use in modules where printed circuit board stacking is not required. These connectors can be installed via reflow soldering and do not require press-fit processing. The PC/104 connector is a small-form-factor connector that implements a standard ISA bus (104 positions) with two dual rows of 0.1"-pitch contacts. The PC/104-Plus connector offers 120 2-mm-pitch contacts in four rows. Both connector types offer a 0.6" fixed stack height. TYCO ELECTRONICS, HARRISBURG, PA
www.tycoelectronics.com
PIN HEADERS
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New Micro-Fit 3.0 compliant-pin interface headers require no soldering and are ideal for servers, fan tray assemblies, and backplanes. These versatile headers are appropriate for either power or signal uses, as they can carry up to 5 A per circuit. They are fully polarized to ensure proper mating and feature fully isolated contacts. Dual-row vertical headers are available with 2 to 24 circuits for the standard version and 4 to 24 circuits for the blind-mate version. MOLEX, LISLE, IL
www.molex.com
INTERFACE CARD
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The new SST Reliance Automax interface card allows users to connect their PCI bus computer to a Reliance Automax DCS-Net or Remote I/O network. This solution provides a high-speed link, avoiding the bottleneck of RS232 serial connections. Applications include system programming functions, statistical process control (SPC/SQC), process monitoring, operator interface, diagnostics, and system start-up and commissioning. WOODHEAD, WATERLOO, CANADA
www.woodheadconnectivity.com
D-SUBMINIATURES
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A new waterproof D-subminiature connector and backshell product offering are for use in applications where standard D-subminiature products cannot withstand exposure to water and dust. By using tough ABS housings, rubber gaskets, and silicone insulating rings, these products are IEC IP67 rated. Panel mounted D-subminiature solder connectors are rear mounted and fit into standard D-subminiature holes and will accommodate wire ranges from 30 to 20 AWG. Construction features gold-plated brass contacts and nickel-plated steel shells. L-COM, NORTH ANDOVER, MA
www.L-com.com
CONNECTOR MODULES
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New, single-port, vertical-mount MagJack integrated connector modules are magnetic-based solutions for high-speed networking and computing applications. The SI Series vertical-mount MagJacks are suited for space-critical Ethernet applications such as single-board computers, motherboards, daughter cards, network interface cards, switches, hubs, and bridges. They may be specified for use in industrial PCs, printers, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phones, remote sensor and transducer devices, security camera equipment, and wireless networking systems. These modules operate in the temperature range of –40°C to +85°C. BEL FUSE, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY
www.belfuse.com
RF CONNECTORS
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The subminiature MCX and microminiature MMCX connectors for commercial and military RF applications feature snap-on mating for quick connection and disconnection. Straight and right-angle cable connectors in both series are available as crimp types for flexible cables as well as rigid. Receptacle styles include PCB types for through-hole, surface, and edge mounting. BTC, RALEIGH, NC
www.btcelectronics.com
COTS CONNECTORS
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Latching connectors on 0.050" centerlines are easy to use and require no tools for engagement and disengagement. Designed to meet the MIL-DTL-83513 specification, these connectors are used in high-end medical and mil/aero applications. The Latch Box is factory installed on the Strip Connector Series and can be pre-wired or configured with soldercups or PC tails. MircroLatch strip connectors are also available in commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) sizes 2 – 20 in board-mount and SMT versions. Special epoxies can be specified to withstand up to 200° C for robotic and petroleum applications. OMNETICS, MINNEAPOLIS, MN
www.omnetics.com
HARSH-ENVIRONMENT CONNECTORS
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The Tuff-Link line of molded connectors and wire-management products are specifically designed to withstand the extremes of water, caustic materials, and detergents. All products meet or exceed IP67 or 68 standards, and are designed to operate in harsh environments like food processing plants, wastewater and water-treatment facilities, and petrochemical plants. These molded connectors feature a combination of stainless-steel or nickel-plated components with gold-plated contacts to ensure signal integrity. REMKE INDUSTRIES, WHEELING, IL
www.remke.com
FIELD CONNECTORS
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The Tactical Fiber Optic Link (TFOL) is a new generation of inexpensive, high-performance field connector, designed to address the changing requirements in the market for optical interconnect products. Similar to the field-proven TFOCA-Enhanced connector, the TFOL uses standard 2.5-mm ceramic ferrules and alignment sleeves, and offers optical insertion loss as low as 0.30 dB for multimode and 0.25 dB for single-mode systems. Small and robust, this connector is ideal for a wide range of applications including military, industrial, petro-chemical, broadcasting, and telecom. QPC FIBER OPTIC, SAN CLEMENTE, CA
www.qpcfiber.com
