High-Performance RF Connectors
March 18, 2011 7:49 am | Product Releases | CommentsCrystek has released its line of High-Performance RF Connectors to its distribution network, making these durable, precision connectors available to the open market. The company supports a full line of passivated stainless steel RF connectors – SMA, TNC, N-Type, 2.4mm, 2.9mm (K) – in jack, plug or bulkhead styles....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsMouser Launches Tyco Electronics LCD Coaxial Embedded Display Interface (LCEDI) Connectors
December 22, 2010 6:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsMouser Electronics, Inc. announced it is stocking Tyco Electronics’ next generation LCD Coaxial Embedded Display Interface (LCEDI) family of connectors designed to provide exceptional electrical performance in both low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) and embedded DisplayPort (eDP) applications....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsOne of the Smallest Pico Switching Coax Connectors
December 2, 2010 9:35 am | Product Releases | CommentsWith miniaturization as a continuing trend in the production of mobile devices, there has been increasingly strong demand for smaller connectors that are compatible with high frequencies used in mobile terminals. To meet this demand, Tyco Electronics (TE) has introduced one of the smallest Pico switching coax connectors in the market....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsHFBR Connectors with Plastic Optical Fiber Cable Assemblies Offer Durability
October 15, 2010 7:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsL-com, Inc. now carries plastic optical fiber (POF) cable assemblies with the HFBR interface attached. The company carries simplex and duplex versions, in both latching and non-latching connector types. HFBR connectors are common in the automotive, industrial control, medical and gaming equipment industries....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, Connectors | Interconnect, CablesBustronic Releases 3U VPX Backplane with RF Connectors
August 11, 2010 6:37 am | Product Releases | CommentsElma Bustronic Corporation, an industry leading designer and manufacturer of high performance backplanes has announced a new 3U VPX Backplane with connector for Radio Frequency (RF) and analog signals. The use of RF interconnects is expected to be an important issue for many Mil/Aero applications where the VITA 46/65 specifications for VPX are highly targeted....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsEMP Surface Mount Diode TVS Connectors Saves Space and Weight
June 21, 2010 5:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsSabritec now offers transient protection solutions embedded within the connector shell utilizing surface mount (SMT) diodes. Using SMT diode technology allows for increased flexibility in the packaging of transient protection within the connector. This provides space and weight savings based on connector application requirements and addresses issues related to limited source availability of axially leaded components.
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsHorizontal SMT Spring-loaded Connectors
May 12, 2010 7:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsMill-Max introduces the 810 series Horizontal SMT Spring-loaded Connectors. The 810 series connectors are well suited for low profile spring interconnections parallel to the board surface. Applications include recharging modules, grounding points, test points and board edge-to-edge interfaces, typically to our mating target connectors....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsDigi-Key Corporation Stocking Amphenol® Connex High Performance BNC for Video Connectors
May 4, 2010 11:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsDigi-Key Corporation announced it now has stock on Amphenol Connex's High Performance BNC for Video Connectors. These connectors are ideal for use in high performance video applications. Features of these BNC bulkhead jacks include 75 Ohms impedance, an industry-standard design, precision-machined from brass, space-saving end-launch termination, and a durable PTFE insulator to support high temperatures....
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsConnectors Meet Next Generation Server, Storage and Data Networking Equipment Needs
January 22, 2010 10:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsMolex Inc. has released two additions to the Impact™ Backplane Connector System, its high-speed, high-density connector system for the telecommunication and data networking market. The Impact CoPlanar Connector System and Impact Mezzanine Connector System provide the ultimate flexibility to optimize designs for superior mechanical and electrical performance....
LISTED UNDER: Embedded Systems & Networking | Interconnect, ConnectorsCircular Plastic Medical Connectors
December 22, 2009 5:51 am | Product Releases | CommentsTyco’s Circular Plastic Connectors (CPC) medical connectors feature a grip area with push-pull action, gold-plated contacts for a reliable connection, MEDLOC II enhanced latch release and a black or grey lightweight housing which is resistant to shock, drop and chemically induced cracking. Sterilization is possible by Autoclave and EtO and by STERRAD and CIDEX+ disinfectants....
LISTED UNDER: Medical | Interconnect, ConnectorsMiniature Wireless Thermocouple Connectors
August 3, 2009 9:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsOmega's MWTC Series of Wireless Thermocouple Connectors are available in standard J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C, or N type calibration. Each battery powered, compact, patented connector transmits temperature readings, signal strength and battery status back to a mating USB receiver up to 90 m (300') away. All readings are displayed on your PC screen in real time using the free provided software.
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, Connectors3G4BM BB Drop-In Model with Removable Connectors
August 3, 2009 9:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsRenaissance announces the release of a 1.5 to 2.2 GHz quasi drop-in circulator with removable SMA connectors for a space application. This device was constructed to provide high isolation and low insertion loss over a wide operating temperature range while keeping in mind the importance of achieving proper grounding when mounting the device to ensure optimum performance.
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, ConnectorsCoaxial Connectors, Cable Assemblies and Custom Solutions
June 8, 2009 12:15 pm | Product Releases | CommentsMolex Incorporated continues to build on its long-standing role of developing cutting edge RF technologies with the announcement of four new innovative products. These additions to Molex’s already robust family of RF products illustrate the company’s commitment to being a leading developer and supplier of standard coaxial connector products, cable assemblies and custom solutions for a wide range of markets including military, automotive, m...
LISTED UNDER: Interconnect, Connectors | Interconnect, CablesIncorporating a Touch Interface into Wireless Designs
May 26, 2009 7:00 am | Articles | CommentsIncorporating touch into a wireless product design introduces additional complexity with radios, antennas and the attendant higher power consumption. By Bruce DeVisser, Fujitsu Components America, Inc. Figure 1. Identifying early-on where a wireless touch device is primarily being designed to perform will help to quickly bring together the right touch parameters.
ATCA backplane Now Features Standard MicroTCA Connectors
May 26, 2009 6:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsElma Bustronic Corporation announces the release of a 6-slot AdvancedTCA Backplane in a Mesh topology. The flexible design also allows a Dual Star topology to be implemented. The 6-slot ATCA backplane now features standard MicroTCA connectors used for connections to Elma's IPM Sentry shelf manager....
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