QUICK-LOCK CONNECTORS
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The SnapN connectors are the first quick-lock connectors compatible with N connectors. SnapN jacks (female) can be mated with N plugs (male) with standard interfaces. Due to the quick-lock coupling mechanism, engagement force is approximately 30 N, and the mating process of SnapN connectors is approximately ten times faster than installing standard N connectors. The outer diameter of 16 mm leads to higher packing densities. The connectors can be used up to 11 GHz in applications like filters for mobile base stations, cable connections for mobile base stations, test and measurement equipment, or wireless LAN. ROSENBERGER, OBERBAYERN, GERMANY www.rosenberger.de
TWO-PIN CONNECTORS
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The new Tru-Lok two-pin connector series with 1.5-mm socket contacts features a molded thermoplastic main plug body and secondary latch with Viton main seals and wire seals. Tru-Lok connectors are designed to perform in demanding environments, such as under-valve covers on diesel engines and in various under-hood interconnect applications. In addition, the series features the RADSOK contact system, which is a patented electrical terminal based on a hyperbolic grid configuration. The hyperbolic configuration ensures a large coaxial, face-to-face engagement area for a low milli-volt drop connection with low insertion force. AMPHENOL INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS, SIDNEY, NY www.amphenolindustrial.com
SMALL-MOTOR CONNECTORS
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The M3 small-motor connector is 50% lighter and has a significantly lower installation cost than conventional designs. The M3 is designed for motors with a flange size of 60 × 60 cm or less. Requiring minimal space, the M3 connector comes completely sealed and shielded for high reliability, and its simple harnessing reduces assembly and installation time in motor applications. The M3 connector enhances a variety of servo-motor applications, including machine tools, packaging, factory automation, material handling, printing, food packaging, assembly lines, motion control, marking and labeling, robotics, production machines, and laser-trimming systems. ITT INDUSTRIES, CANNON, NEWTON, MA www.ittcannon.com
FILTER-COMPOSITE CONNECTORS
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A new line of ESD filter-composite connectors for circular, rack and panel, and D-sub-miniature receptacles has been made available. Offering the best protection against EMI and ESD environments, the new connectors are ideal for power-management systems, video-processing equipment, and military-fighter-jet applications. ESD connectors benefit from a faraday cage, which protects the components inside the connector from electrostatic discharges. A composite material shell increases durability (up to 1,500 cycles) and is able to resist severe corrosion of up to 2,000 hours of salt spray. SABRITEC, IRVINE, CA www.sabritec.com
CABLE CONNECTORS
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The ERmet ZD connectors are part of an interconnect cable connector system that has been developed to provide a solution that enables high digital data rates for modern telecommunications, computing, and ATE devices. The connectors are offered in 25-mm modules as straight male connectors for backplanes and right-angled female connectors for daughter cards. The cable connectors are made with the Type 6 contact to ensure outstanding electrical performance. Thanks to the optimized design and effective shielding, the ERmet ZD system achieves excellent values for crosstalk and reflections. ERNI, ADELBERG, GERMANY www.erni.com
WATERPROOF CONNECTORS
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The standard Buccaneer connector range has been expanded with the launch of a PCB-mount panel version. Available in 3-, 6-, 9-, 12-, and 25-way, all variants are fully loaded with gold-plated pin or socket contacts. PC spill length is 3.5-mm long and 1.0-mm diameter. Current ratings are from 10 A, 250 V to 1 A, 50 V. This new addition to the range reduces assembly times and processes, making it ideal for volume applications where production costs need to be reduced to a minimum and system modularity is crucial. BULGIN COMPONENTS PLC, ESSEX, UK www.bulgin.co.uk
LOW-PROFILE CONNECTORS
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Designed for applications requiring low-profile compact footprint interconnects between printed circuit boards or components, the low-profile board-to-board connectors offer a low mated height of 0.81 mm in custom, flexible footprint configurations, with contact spacing as close as 1.0 mm. In addition, the connectors provide excellent high-speed performance, easily supporting signal speeds in excess of 20 GHz with contact resistance less than 25 mΩ. The unique combination of mechanical and electrical features makes the low-profile connectors an ideal choice for RF board-to-board assemblies, low-profile mezzanine boards, and high-performance component-to-board assemblies in computer, communications, and medical electronics market applications. CINCH CONNECTORS, LOMBARD, IL www.cinch.com
ATTENUATORS
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These new small-form-factor LC and MU attenuators feature a build-out design and INO high-attenuation fiber with cladding-mode suppression. LC, LC/APC, and MU SFF attenuators demonstrate many benefits for standard single-mode fiber applications, such as low-back reflection at >56 dB for UPC polish and >65 dB for APC polish, and minor modal interference effects at <0.05 dB. Precise attenuation values are available from 1,260 to 1,630 nm, and attenuation variation is less than or equal to ±0.5 dB for 1 to 10 dB and less than or equal to ±5% over 10 dB. GLORIOLE ELECTROPTIC TECHNOLOGY, TORONTO, CANADA www.gloriole.com
WATERPROOF CONNECTORS
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A new product range of waterproof connectors has been designed for severe automotive applications where connectors are submitted to humidity and dust. The FAKRA II in-line waterproof connectors, the USCAR in-line waterproof connectors, and the rotable FAKRA II/ USCAR waterproof connectors all feature the same performances and mechanical characteristics as existing Radiall non- waterproof automotive connectors. Their protection meets the IP67 or IP68 rating standards. The stamped center contact is compatible with waterproof FAKRA II and USCAR in--line connectors. RADIALL, TEMPE, AZ www.radiall.com
CONNECTOR SYSTEM
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Ideal for use in tight spaces and harsh industrial environments, the Ultra-Lock connector system is a new series of distribution boxes and cord sets based on an innovative push-lock operating principle. For assemblers and installers, the unique non-thread design of the Ultra-Lock connector system provides faster, easier installation than traditional threaded connectors. The new distribution boxes and cord sets are ruggedly constructed to provide a watertight seal, which protects against the moisture and chemical exposure typical in industrial machinery environments. WOODHEAD INDUSTRIES, NORTHBROOK, IL www.woodhead.com
FLEXIBLE CIRCUIT CONNECTORS
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The single-row Clincher 2.54-mm pitch connectors come with options for keying and active latching. The new addition of polarization keys assure proper connector orientation to corresponding shrouded headers and active latching options protect against accidental unmating from shock or vibration, making Clincher connectors ideal for white-goods applications. The connectors have been narrowed to mate with all industry-standard shrouded headers. Other applications include membrane switches, industrial equipment and instrumentation, automotive electronics, and displays. FCI, ETTERS, PA www.fciconnect.com
CABLE CONNECTORS
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The Multi-Beam XL line of modular power/signal cable-mount connectors terminates up to 8-AWG, 600-V wire, and carries up to 55 A on a single contact and satisfies hot-swap and cable I/O applications. Expanding from the Multi-Beam XL board-to-board connector product offering, the availability of the new cable assemblies now allows customers the design flexibility to easily connect hot-swap power supplies to other components of a power distribution system, without the use of a power distribution board. The connector is available in two versions; the floating panel-mount style, and the I/O style. TYCO ELECTRONICS, HARRISBURG, PA mbxl.tycoelectronics.com
SHIELDED CONNECTORs
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The innovative TDP (triad differential pair) family uses a “triad” design of differential signal and ground lines to achieve bandwidths up to 5.0 Gbit/s and beyond. The shielded, dual-row, cable-to-board interface offers high speed and controlled impedance. The TDP family is available in sizes of 18, 28, 38, 48, and 72 circuits, with capability of other select sizes. It is comprised of a fully shielded receptacle and plug for maximum EMI/RFI protection. The in-line SMT receptacle optimizes PCB routing, and the low 7.00-mm (0.276”) profile makes TDP an ideal choice where height considerations are a factor. MOLEX, LISLE, IL www.molex.com
RIGHT-ANGLE PLUGS
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This new telco-grade coaxial right-angle plug in the BT43 series was originally pioneered by British Telecom and remains an industry standard for centraloffice E3 coaxial connectivity in European, South, and Central American markets. The UPLR143-026 design includes a gold-plated center pin that is crimped to the center wire of a coaxial cable and then inserted into the bottom of the connector body where it engages into an internal socket, completing the interconnect path with precision coaxial spacing for a true 75-Ω impedance condition. TROMPETER ELECTRONICS, WEST LAKE VILLAGE, CA www.trompeter.com
HIGH-DENSITY CONNECTORS
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Specifically designed for test applications requiring frequent mating and unmating, the new HDL high-density connectors are interchangeable with existing ZIF connectors and feature the unique Hypertac socket, providing a self cleaning wiping action and a minimum of 100,000 mating cycles. Some ideal applications for the HDL are rack and panel, cable and programming for a variety of markets including aerospace testing, medical equipment, and industrial test and burn-in applications. HYPERTRONICS, HUDSON, MA www.hypertronics.com
