MINIATURE PCB TERMINAL BLOCK
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These micro-miniature PCB terminal blocks are available in a fixed position or in modular two- and three-position settings that can be consolidated as needed. The blocks are made of UL94V0 plastic with a nickel-plated copper body, and feature a rising cage clamp designed for simplified re-termination. Available in 3.5- and 3.81-mm spacing, the terminal blocks can use a 30 to 16 AWG wire range, and can handle 10 amps at 300 volts.
AUTOMATION SYSTEMS INTERCONNECT, CARLISLE, PA
www.asi-ez.com
CIRCUIT-BRIDGING TERMINAL BLOCK
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Accepting wires ranging from 6 to 24 AWG, the CBC series of terminal blocks is designed for applications where bridging of circuits is required for consecutive, alternate, and numerous terminal blocks in one assembly. The devices are manufactured with a UL94V-0 polyamide insulating body, which has an operating temperature range of -40° to 80° C. Bridging is accomplished by the company’s Easy Bridge System, a comb-type of bridge ranging from 2 to 50 positions. The CBC has been built to accept the comb bridge in two separate locations, simplifying installation.
AUTOMATION SYSTEMS INTERCONNECT, CARLISLE, PA
www.asi-ez.com
IP67-RATED CONNECTOR CAPS
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Protective caps for the 620 Series snap-in connector system feature a rubber O-ring that provides an IP67-rated seal for hand-held and medical devices. Caps are available for male and female connectors as well as panel-mount sockets, and include a 125-mm strap to secure the cap, while socket caps have a 70-mm strap for mounting to the panel.
BINDER-USA LP, CAMARILLO, CA
www.binder-usa.com
MULTI-LEVEL TERMINAL BLOCK
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With up to four staggered levels of poles, the PSQ Series terminal block is designed to offer maximum accessibility for all connection points. Devices are available with 2 to 12 poles in 5- and 10-mm pole pitches, and accept wire sizes up to 11 AWG. M3 screws made of nickel-plated copper alloy are used for wire connections. Rated for 300 volts at 32 amps, these terminal blocks have a PA6-6 polyamide housing, and are CE, UL, CSA, VDE, and IMQ approved.
BLOCKMASTER ELECTRONICS, ELK GROVE, IL
www.blockmaster.com
USB SIGNAL EXTENDER
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The patent-pending USB SuperBooster wall plate allows a USB signal to run over Category 5, 5e, and 6 patch cords, enabling a USB device to function with a host computer up to 150 feet (compared to typical wall plates at 15 feet). SuperBooster is designed for peripheral access in remote locations, and for secure placement of critical equipment. The plug-and-play device consists of a transmitter unit with USB Type B female input and RJ-45 female output connectors, and a receiver unit with RF-45 female input and USB Type A female output connectors. Choose pre-terminated network cables or pull un-terminated cable and use the tool-less IDC RJ-45 connectors that are included with the device. No external power is required.
CABLES TO GO, DAYTON, OH
www.cablestogo.com
RIBBON CABLE SPEEDS FTTx
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FlexNAP Terminal Distribution System with gel-free RPX ribbon cable features a rectangular, flat profile and reduces cable preparation for FTTx networks to less than a minute. The system uses optical fiber cables upon which network access points are pre-installed at customer-specified locations along the length of the cable. Factory-spliced tap points are prepared in a controlled environment and are fully tested.
CORNING CABLE SYSTEMS, HICKORY, NC
www.corningcablesystems.com
WATER-RESISTANT CABLES
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These proprietary flat silicone cables are available in 4 to 44 AWG, and are designed for superior water resistance. Suitable for washdown, autoclave, and other harsh condition applications, the cables feature a proprietary extrusion process that allows multiple wires to be placed in a flat cable, precisely controlling the wire spacing, insulation thickness, and overall cable shape. Temperature ratings range from -65° to 260° C. Cables are available in continuous lengths, or as assemblies with fully-tested connectors.
CICOIL, VALENCIA, CA
www.cicoil.com
EXTENDER BOARDS FOR PCB
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Designed to bring a circuit card completely out of a card cage or enclosure so that it can be tested or debugged, the VXS Payload Extender Board provides access to both sides of the test board. Test points impact all of the lines on each 160-pin connector and the MultiGig P0 connector. The board addresses the lack of a right-angle receptacle for VXS, and features a right-angle pin connector that plugs into the backplane, connected to a flex circuit that wires to the straight receptacle to receive the plug-in board.
ELMA BUSTRONIC, FREMONT, CA
www.bustronic.com
SNAGLESS PATCH CONNECTION
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Shark-fin style snagless patch cord boots are designed for high-density patch panels. These boots are made of a flexible material designed for simplified latch depression, and built for quick patch cable connection since the boot is the same width as the plug. Fully compliant with Category 5e performance specifications, the shark-fin cables come in nine standard colors and lengths from 3 to 100 feet (custom lengths available).
L-COM CONNECTIVITY PRODUCTS, N. ANDOVER, MA
www.l-com.com
ASSEMBLY CLEAR CODING RING
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Designed to save XLR assemblers time by not having to replace the standard ring before assembling the clear ring, the BXX-CR accessory kit features a black XX bushing with clear ring XXCR. In addition, an HTXP hand tool for the company’s XX and PX series can tighten the XX boot or the bushing for the PX plug series.
NEUTRIK USA, LAKEWOOD, NJ
www.neutrikusa.com
PNEUMATIC VALVE WITH M12
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These 26-mm and 18-mm ISO 15407-1 pneumatic valves are equipped with a central 4-pin M1 connector that provides a single electrical connection for single and double solenoids via a cord set linked to an M1 field bus output module or I/O distribution block. The cord set eliminates conduit runs and wire pulling while improving line managements. These valves are designed for automotive and industrial markets, and OEMs standardized on M12 connectors.
PARKER HANNIFIN CORP./PNEUMATIC DIVISION, RICHLAND, MI
www.parker.com
BOARD-MOUNT CABLE MANAGEMENT CLAMP
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The FCCB series Arrowhead Mount Cable Clamp features tension wings that provide extra pressure to the board, ensuring a snug fit while managing a variety of thicknesses for flat, ribbon, or round cables. Designed to be quickly mounted and removed, the RoHS-compliant clamp is molded in UL94 V2-rated Nylon 6/6.
RICHCO, MORTON GROVE, IL
www.richco-inc.com
BARRIER STRIP TERMINAL BLOCKS
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Featuring a 90° bent-lead design for installation on PCBs, these barrier strip terminal blocks provide EMI/RFI filtering of AC and DC power and control lines. Designed for filtering power supplies in telecommunications equipment, metering, instrumentation, EDP equipment, and industrial controls, the terminal blocks are rated at 20 amps and feature capacitance values from 2,500 to 5,200 pF. The blocks are UL-recognized and CSA-approved for DC voltages, and come in 2- through 6-terminal sizes.
SPECTRUM CONTROL, FAIRVIEW, PA
www.spectrumcontrol.com
HARSH ENVIRONMENT DUAL CONVERTER
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A dual RJ-45-enabled media converter for harsh environments is designed to provide a single standalone bulkhead conversion for multimode Gigabit Ethernet links. Replacing fiber modems and fiber cable assemblies, the EBK-xRJ-xxVx GE copper-to-fiber device provides 1.25-Gbits/sec data rate conversion for link distances up to 550 meters. The electrical signal input is an RJ-45 interface and the fiber optic interface is HMA expanded beam technology, which includes an optical lens system that provides immunity from water, mud, dust, oil, and other contaminants that can damage the fiber endface. This active bulkhead with electrical/optical media converter built into the interior of the optical port reduces overall space and weight requirements, and is especially suited for ruggedized networks used in industry, military, and certain aviation applications.
STRATOS OPTICAL TECHNOLOGIES, CHICAGO, IL
www.stratosoptical.com
NETWORK SIMULATION MODULE
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The company’s network simulation product line now incorporates custom attributes and application requirements designed to emulate a specific network structure and profile. Each module can be designed and built to emulate virtually any network scenario. Options include specific events at defined locations (distances), multiple connection types, and multiple channels with varied lengths. Modules are available in any length, with standard enclosures supporting lengths up to 200 kilometers. Multiple channel counts, connector types, and fiber options are also available.
TIMBERCON, LAKE OSWEGO, OR
www.timbercon.com
MULTIMEDIA CABLING, CONNECTOR SYSTEM
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The AV2000 multimedia cabling system combines audio, video, and data control signals through a hybrid connector that replaces multiple fragile tails and connectors, and allows each system to match specific equipment requirements. It uses three components-access point, umbilical and link. The access point can be pre-mounted on gang, rack, wall, or floorbox panels and terminated with individual cables for a drop-in solution. The umbilical is a flex-wrapped cable assembly terminated on one end with a line-type AV2000 connector, with the other end configured with a connectorized fanout. The link is a flex-wrapped cable assembly terminated on each end with line-type AV2000 connectors, and is designed to connect between two access points or used as an extension to the umbilical. 16-gauge contacts are precision-formed brass pin-and-socket with a proprietary gold plating.
WIREWORKS, HILLSIDE, NJ
www.wireworks.com
