Expanded Selection Product Supplement
December 11, 2007 10:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsKeystone Electronics Corp. announced its multi-color, eight-page, new product supplement that features an expanded selection of micro-pins and micro-jacks along with an assortment of insulated terminals that are made of PTFE (Teflon) and molded diallyl phthalate materials. The pins and jacks are suitable for use with any printed circuit, front panel, board edge or height-specific application on a PCB. Receptacles are manufactured in press-fit, solder, swage and surface-mount styles in full compliance with
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsMicrominiature Round Cable for Medical Applications
December 11, 2007 9:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsW. L. Gore & Associates launched an enhanced microminiature round cable for medical applications that include electrophysiology products and small diameter flexible endoscopes. Through the use of proprietary high strength toughened fluoropolymer (HSTF) and low dielectric constant expanded PTFE (ePTFE) material, this cable maintains its performance through device flexure, abrasion during routing, or tracking and sterilization
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsZIF Connector for Small Consumer Electronics
December 11, 2007 9:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsFCI developed its YLL Series 0.3 mm pitch, low profile FPC ZIF connectors for mobile phone, digital still and video cameras, and display applications. The connector is available in two versions: the D-Series with down-side contacts at a maximum height of 1.0 mm, and the U-Series with upper-side contacts with a maximum height of 1.05 mm. Both versions have a front flip-type actuator for easy cable insertion.
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsEMI Filtered Audio Connectors for Harsh Environments
December 11, 2007 8:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsSpectrum Control, Inc. modified the standard MIL-DTL-55116 connectors that are used in 60V audio frequency circuits with 0.5A of current to provide effective EMI filtering. The connectors are waterproof and polarized; they have five- or six-pin electrical plugs/receptacles; and they can be designed for special and selectively loaded EMI filtering. These custom filtered connectors are suitable for military and civilian
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsDual-Readout Edgecard Connectors Accomodate PCB Thickness of .093'
December 7, 2007 5:50 am | Product Releases | CommentsSullins Electronics expanded their edgecard connector portfolio to include a high-temperature, dual-readout series manufactured to accept 0.093” (2.36 mm) daughtercards. The cards are supplied in straight, card extender, and right angle configurations. Their UL/cUL connectors feature high-density 0.050” (1.27 mm) contact center spacing and replacable 0.100” (2.54 mm) center spacing parts to double the number of contacts within the same area.
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsConnectors with Electromagnetic Shielding
December 4, 2007 11:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsFCI now has a cabling product series, called Sofix, designed for EMC protection. The cables are based on telecommunications technology from an unspecified partner company. Sofix connectors are RoHS-compliant, with 72-pins and a 2 mm spacing range. They have EMI shielding with rugged inner and outer ferules between the covers. The part number is 10074494-231LF
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsSMP Blind-Mate Connectors Correct Axial and Radial Misalignment
December 4, 2007 7:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsSMP blind-mate connectors that can handle frequencies up to 40 GHz are now available from Emerson Network Power's Johnson subsidiary. These precision connection interfaces use a miniature, slide-on/snap-on system ideal for high-density packaging. They correct axial and radial misalignment and are compatible with all SMP and GPO. Several configurations are
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsSeismic Cabinet Enclosure for Tight Spaces
December 4, 2007 5:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsOptima EPS, an Elma Company, announced M-series seismic cabinet enclosures designed for tight spaces. The cabinets have French-style doors with hinges facing inward, to provide full access even where racks are side-by-side or where an open traditional door would hit other equipment. The cabinets also have cross bracing, back stiffeners, and double-walled extrusions, providing a high strength-to-weight ratio to support and protect equipment during the full force of a seismic event. The design uses welded sockets and members
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsNanosilica-Filled Reinforced Epoxy for Speedy, Quiet Applications
December 3, 2007 9:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsNanosilica curable epoxy, dubbed UV22, is now available from Master Bond Inc. This compound is developed for coating, sealing, and encapsulation applications. It features abrasion resistance, optical clarity, low shrinkage, and high physical strength. UV22 cures rapidly at room temperature upon exposure to an ultraviolet light source. It has an operating temperature
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsPCB Terminal Blocks for High Power Applications
November 29, 2007 3:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsOKW Electronics has launched the CTB77 series high power PCB terminal blocks from Camden Electronics. These have been designed for heavy duty applications such as energy management, industrial heating and ventilation, and machine controllers. The terminal blocks can handle high currents of up to 57A. They are molded in gray UL94 V-0 flame retardant PA66, and are available in 2 and 3 pole interlocking types
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsMicro-D Pi Filter Connector for Military, Avionics Applications
November 20, 2007 4:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsITT Electronic Components developed a Micro-D connector with desirable attenuation. Designated the TMDMP filter, the connector utilizes an internal filter design, providing the density needed to accommodate the ferrite tubes necessary for Pi filtering in military and aerospace applications. The TMDMP filter connector is suitable for integrated avionics and electronic warfare
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsHigh-Performance Terminal Blocks
November 8, 2007 4:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsPhoenix Contact’s SPT 5 PCB terminal blocks provide fast wiring of conductors for power applications. A zigzag pin design allows for an unrestricted 600V and 35A UL capability with a pitch of just 7.5 mm. It is a fixed, one-piece printed circuit terminal block with a spring-cage wire termination design. Solid conductors and stranded conductors with ferrules can be applied without the use of tools; simply push the conductor into the spring-cage connection.
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsJ-Lead SMT Connectors
November 1, 2007 6:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsMolex, Inc. expanded its SlimStack product line to include J-Lead SMT connectors. These board-to-board connectors feature a J-shaped SMT tail that provides 35 percent PCB width space savings versus standard gull-wing style tails. The connectors are manufactured in stack heights of 0.90 mm, 1.30 mm, 1.50 mm and 1.70 mm.
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsMezzanine Connectors
November 1, 2007 6:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsFCI announced an extension of its GIG-ARRAY high-speed, high-density product line with the introduction of 25 mm plug connectors. These mezzanine connectors provide either 200 or 296 signal contacts, and they add the capability for 40 mm stack height when used with proprietary 15 mm receptacles.
LISTED UNDER: Packaging & InterconnectsSymmetrical Variable Frequency Drive Cables
November 1, 2007 6:16 am | Product Releases | CommentsBelden expanded its line of variable frequency drive (VFD) cables that carry power from industrial AC drive systems to AC motors. The product additions include eight symmetrical ground design, three-conductor 16 AWG to 2 AWG VFD cables that support a broad range of installation options and customer requirements including MSHA and UL direct burial approvals.
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