SC CONNECTORS AND ADAPTERS
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This SC line of single-mode angled physical contact (APC) connectors and adapters successfully underwent a series of independent third-party laboratory tests for intermateability with other suppliers of SC products. Test results showed that SC APC connectors and adapters exhibit a desired level of suitability and interchangeability with other SC connector products, making them ideal for application in fiber-to-the-plant (FTTP) and other telecom networks which rely on multiple suppliers for the passive optical components deployed in their systems.
SENKO ADVANCED COMPONENTS, MARLBORO, MA
www.senko.com
BLIND-MATE CONNECTORS
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These new SPOX blind-mate interface (BMI) connectors offer a self-aligning feature in a small blind-mate package, saving installation time and expanding design options in wire-to-board and wire-to-wire applications. Their low-profile design allows for a mated stack distance of 11.00 mm, making them ideal for environments requiring highly reliable tin interfaces, such as fan-tray assemblies, and low-current blind-mating applications, hubs, servers, and routers.
MOLEX, LISLE, IL
www.molex.com
ADAPTERS
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The UADF20M110 adapter couples a 1.6/5.6 DIN plug to a full BNC jack. This between-series adapter delivers true 75-Ω performance, and is designed to enable connectivity of European-sourced products to DS3 telco network and video broadcast applications in the North American conventional footprint.
TROMPETER, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA
www.trompeter.com
VERTICAL CONNECTORS
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These two new 280-position vertical card-edge connectors enable the implementation of high-speed, serial PCI Express signaling to riser cards in rack-mount servers. Connector series 10037901 is keyed to accept either a standard PCI Express x8 add-in card or a 280-position riser card that can support PCI, PCI-X, or PCI Express add-in cards. Dual-row, card-edge contacts on 1.0-mm pitch are offset to form four rows of through-mount soldertails on 2.0-mm pitch for easy wave soldering. The soldertail length supports use on 2.36-mm-thick motherboards. Metal board-locks provide connector-to-motherboard retention prior to soldering.
FCI, ETTERS, PA
www.fciconnect.com/pciexpress
CONNECTORS AND RECEPTACLES
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The single-and multi-gang 5000-V connectors and receptacles have been designed and tested for AC or DC applications requiring currents of 50 to 1000 A and voltages up to 5 kV. The 5000-V connectors are ideal for use in tunnels, refineries, oil rigs, railroad cars, power plants, generators, aircraft carriers, or anywhere a high-power, quick-disconnect connector is needed. The quick-connection properties of the 5000-V connectors are well suited for crews who must work under limited allowable time exposures.
DURALINE, ISLANDIA, NY
www.jbn-duraline.com
CARD-EDGE CONNECTORS
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Designed to conform to PCI SIG specifications, the 6325 PCI Express card-edge connector allows user upgrades and bandwidth support beyond the capacity of PCI Slot and AGP connectors. The 6325 PCI Express connector provides a 2.5 Gbit/s data transfer rate in desktop computers, communications equipment, workstations, and factory automation systems. Available in 36 (x1), 64 (x4), 98 (x8), and 164 (x16) contact positions, all in 1.00-mm pitch, the one-piece, high-density connector supports different bandwidth requirements for a 1.58-mm-thick “add on” graphics card for user upgrades.
AVX, MYRTLE BEACH, SC
www.avxcorp.com
ELASTOMERIC CONNECTORS
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Z-Alloy connectors combine the reliability of solid metallic contacts with the flexibility of the silicone support material into one economical package. The Z-Alloy conductors are corrosion-resistant and offer a savings compared to traditional gold-plated contacts. Z-Alloy connectors feature 0.05-mm-wide conductors on 0.1-mm centers for a conductor density of 250/". Despite the fine geometry of the contacts, the Z-Alloy material is strong and durable enough to withstand repeated uses, and will not break or fracture.
Z-AXIS CONNECTOR, WARMINSTER, PA
www.zaxisconnector.com
MICRO-CARD CONNECTORS
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This new low-profile, high-speed, micro-card socket interface (SAL1 Series) provides a unique card-to-board interface for serial ATA and other high-speed daughtercard applications. This micro-card connector is expected to perform up to 3 Gbit/s. These interconnects are used in pairs and have large-deflection, beryllium-copper contacts on 1-mm pitch. They are designed to mate with either 1.60- or 2.40-mm-thick cards. They can be mounted on the same side of the board or opposite sides to increase signal routing flexibility.
SAMTEC, NEW ALBANY, IN
www.samtec.com
POWER CONNECTORS
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The Powerlock connector series for field-installable power distribution systems is equipped for the most severe operating conditions, and the connector range provides a high level of safety and reliability. The Powerlock connectors use a bayonet mating method and come in four standard formats: panel source, panel drain, line source, and line drain. Source connectors are supplied with a male contact that incorporates a rigid, finger-proof nose and a slot for the secondary locking pin. Drain connectors include a female contact with a spring-loaded, finger-proof nose and an O-ring. Line or panel connectors support cable attachment or panel mounting.
ITT INDUSTRIES, CANNON, SANTA ANA, CA
www.ittcannon.com
MODEM SPLITTERS
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This modem splitter comes with one master connector and two to six slaves. All connectors are nine-pole, D-subminiature sockets. The modules offer a compact design and attach to 35-mm DIN rails. This modem can be used with many terminals/computers. A white area under each connector facilitates marking.
WOERTZ, COLMAR, PA
www.woertz-usa.com
BUS-BAR CONTACTS
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The 120- and 350-A bus-bar contacts are primarily used with the Powerpole 120, SB 120, and SB 350 connector families. These new rugged bus-bar contacts attach directly to a copper bus, while offering a quick disconnect design that minimizes the expense of system assembly, replacement, or repair. The bus-bar contacts reduce assembly costs by facilitating the use of plug-in sub-systems and sub-system testing. These contacts are power-efficient, making them ideal for use in packed electronic cabinets.
ANDERSON POWER PRODUCTS, STERLING, MA
www.andersonpower.com
CONNECTOR SYSTEM
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This RC rugged connector system product line is an extension to the Pathways fiber-to-the-premise (FTTP) end-to-end connectivity solution. The environmentally robust RC connectors and adapters used within its rugged connector system provide an easy-to-use, reliable interface for fiber-drop cables in the outside plant (OSP) environment. The system is designed to reduce time and expense of drop-cable deployment in an FTTP network, while providing unsurpassed reliability and performance in the customer connection segment of the network. This RC optical connector and adapter are hardened to protect against extreme temperature, moisture, and chemical exposure.
FIBER OPTIC NETWORK SOLUTIONS, MARLBORO, MA
www.fons.com
HM POWER CONNECTORS
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The har-bus HM power connector was originally designed to be used in conjuction with 2-mm HM signal connectors. The right-angle male connector for daughtercards can be supplied with either press-fit or Pin-in-Hole Intrusive Reflow. The compact high-temperature molding can be loaded with up to four high-current contacts. Four different contact-mating lengths make sequenced and non-sequenced loadings possible. The straight female connector for backplanes is fitted with press-in contacts. Each contact can carry up to 23 A at 70°C.
HARTING, ELGIN, IL
www.harting.com
PCB AND OVERMOLDED CABLES
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The 400 series Buccaneer has now been joined by a PCB mounting-panel version and an overmolded cable connector. Available in four-, six-, and eight-way versions, the PCB connector has gold-plated contacts rated to 5 A and 125 V, and is compatible with the 400 series flex connectors. The overmolded cable connectors are pre-wired to customer requirements with either two-, three-, four-, six-, eight-, ten-, or 12-pole contacts. These connectors are ideal for volume applications where production costs need to be minimized and where system modularity is crucial.
BULGIN COMPONENTS PLC, ESSEX, UK
www.bulgin.co.uk
SMT CONNECTORS
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The GH series wire-to-board connectors are designed for plasma display panels, LCD monitors, notebook PCs, PDAs, cellular phones, and other small electronic equipment. These 1.25-mm-pitch, top- and side-entry SMT connectors are polarized, and have a positive locking feature when mating to headers, including an audible click/tactile feedback when mated. The uniquely constructed contact is easily inserted into the housing with low insertion force. The fork-shaped header contacts are supported by grooves on the housing walls designed to prevent deformation.
JST, WAUKEGAN, IL
www.jst.com
SC AND ST CONNECTORS
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FAST connectors are pre-polished, field-installable SC and ST connectors that eliminate the need for hand polishing in the field. FAST connectors provide consistent splice quality, virtually eliminating return-loss concerns. The connectors feature a pre-stubbed, factory-polished ferrule that couples to the fiber being terminated by a proprietary gel. The factory-installed wedge clip holds the clamping device open while the fiber is inserted. Once the fiber is in place, the wedge clip is removed and discarded.
AFL TELECOMMUNICATIONS, SPARTANBURG, NC
www.AFLtele.com
