Connectors

BEC Distribution has announced the availability of Euro-style low-voltage PCB terminal blocks with screw or push fixings. They are intended to be alternatives to products from better known manufacturers such as Phoenix Contact, Sauro, PTR, Euroclamp or Stelvio Kontek. “The terminal blocks are available on short lead times, with many ex-stock,” according to the Buckinghamshire-based distributor. “The plastic bodies are ...

Harwin has announced an addition to its Datamate family of 2mm-pitch high-reliability (Hi-Rel) connectors. The Datamate pin-in-hole reflow (PIHR) products have been engineered to give designers a reliable solution that is highly suited to automated assembly. Part of the company’s Datamate L-Tek series, these connectors feature a locking latch. Compared to the standard Datamate connectors, they have 2mm long terminations ...

Schurter has created snap-in filtered IEC C20 mains inlet connectors to speed up assembly. Part of the company’s EC12 filter series, they include a single-stage filter and power switch. Instead of the screw flange, they have two snap-in springs. “Thanks to the high-quality springs, a tight-fitting installation is ensured with good electrical contacting of the mounting panel at the same time,” said Schurter. ...

Element14 has announced the Twist, Turn and Move Robotics design challenge to design and build a robotic arm or mobile robot that performs a specific task. Participants need to move as swiftly and smoothly as their creations: submissions close on Monday 6 June 2022. Those selected will received a ‘challengers’ kit’ with an Arudino Uno and TE Connectivity products including ...

‘Archer .5’ is a range of 0.5mm pitch board-to-board connectors from Portsmouth-based Harwin, following on from its recent ‘Archer .8’ 0.8mm-pitch connectors. Board-to-board stack height is 8mm. “Specifically designed for applications with limited available space, Archer .5 is the perfect choice of board, stack, or PCB connector,” claimed the company. Materials are compliant with RoHS and REACH SVHC and are ...

The industrial circular connector specialist binder is aiming its 770 NCC series also at the medical market. NCC stands for Not Connected Closed, and when mated they meet the requirements of IP67 making them dust-tight and protected against temporary submersion, binder writes. “The series is mainly designed for use in industrial and healthcare environments where liquid media typically occur. The ...

For the fourth year in a row, SC21, the 21st Century Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space industry Supply Chain programme has awarded Intelliconnect Europe the Silver Performance Standard award. The programme is designed to recognise performance in supply chains and has been endorsed as part of the Aerospace Growth Partnership (AGP’s) Competitiveness Charter. It provides a framework for operational improvements ...

Working with with Phoenix Contact, connectivity specialists, Digi-Key Electronics is hosting a webinar covering device connectivity with high-performance data transmission. Running on Tuesday 26 April at 11 a.m. CDT, it is entitled “Connect. Network. Evolve. Phoenix Contact’s Data Connectors.” The webinar will consider connectivity for a range of applications within the device, inside the cabinet, and out in the field ...

Amphenol has introduced 1.13 and 1.32mm micro-coax SMA to AMC cables assemblies. “The configurations offer more efficient bandwidth sharing with excellent RF performance up to 9GHz,” according to the company. “The versatile nature of the SMA connector coupled with the small footprint AMC connector makes these assemblies ideal for IoT, antenna and Wi-Fi 6 applications.” Update: Amphenol is now offering ...

Lemo is accommodating cables from 10mm2 (AWG 8) to 50mm2 (AWG 1) and currents up to 430A in high-power additions to its M-series of connectors. There are uni-pole and multi-pole parts (right) for for single three-phase requirements. “These configurations were developed for high power distribution of electronic devices and electric drive vehicles,” according to the company. “They are suited to the ...