Category 7 Metal RJ45 Outdoor Industrial GigE Capable Cable Assemblies

Sometimes in this industry it’s like waiting for a bus, you know wait for ah while then 3 similar designs come along all at once!  In a recent Blog I showed you the TERA Ethernet system  from Simeon. This week I bring you the Category 7 Metal RJ45 Outdoor Industrial GigE Capable Cable Assemblies from […]

TERA Category 8.2 Ethernet System

Just when you think we have reached peak Ethernet with the 8 Pair Ethernet cable something arrives that pushes the envelope further. The Terra System from Siemon provides Ethernet Network Connectivity delivering a whopping 40G per second up to 30M. Offering a backwards compatible RJ45 Connector system it will easily incorporate into existing RJ45 Network […]

New!  Universal Backshells For Circular Connectors!

Exciting news for anyone that has had problems with finding a backshell for Circular connectors!  For many people this has been a real challenge when the OEM Backshell is not in stock! A lightweight & compact solution for Circular Backshells with a revolutionary design that accommodates a wide variety of cable sizes in one backshell […]

Let’s Go Nuclear!

Lemo Connectors for Nuclear Environments Have you ever wondered what a connector used in Nuclear environments look like and why they may be different to other connectors?   Well wonder no more! Lemo produce a series of connectors specifically designed to work in Nuclear environments and we think they are beautiful.   Before we go any further […]

Introducing New Cable Glands for Food Hygiene!

In my previous blog (Click here)  I introduced the worlds smallest cable gland, this week I bring you Blueglobe CLEAN Plus® specialist glands from Pflitsch for environments where hygiene is paramount, for example food preparation. What’s unique about the Blueglobee glands is they have no hard edges and are easy to clean.  Thanks to their […]

Ultra High-Vibration Locking Coupling System From ITT Cannon

This week I am introducing ITT Cannon’s K-Lock System for connectors designed to withstand high vibration preventing this risk of accidental de-coupling. The K-Lock Connectors can withstand an unparalleled +100 g of shock & is resistant to +2,000 Hz of vibration, making this the ultimate in assured reliable continuous connectivity on critical connections. Typically, the […]

A Blog on Industrial Ethernet Connectors

Ethernet is becoming one of the mist widely adopted methods of data transfer in interconnection.  It’s high bandwidth and long-established standards it makes for easy adoption into modern connected devices. With the drive towards every device being internet ready adding smart elements to products is becoming a must.  The modern connected home relies on Ethernet […]

Molex Introduces New D-Sub Earthing Connectors

This week I bring you a quirky new product from Molex the D-Sub Earthing Connector.   Yes, that’s right a earthing point specifically designed around the traditional D-Type Connector.  What’s more it’s waterproof! According to Molex The Earthing Connector protects equipment from stray voltages through a secure and low-impedance connection to earth. The IP66 and IP67 […]

A Blog on going green with Alpha Wire (again)

In my previous Blog ( http://nicab.co.uk/a-blog-on-interconnection-going-green ) I told you about the development of Alpha Wires’ Eco-Flex range.  Well they have only just gone and done it again! The exciting new development is the introduction to a Zero Halogen, (contains no heavy metals or phthalates) PUR jacket, mopped insulation. Targeted at the industrial user this now […]

A Blog High Temperature Connectors from ITT Cannon

If you have products that are working in extreme environments but struggle to find connectors that can withstand very high temperatures, then look no further…  Introducing ITT Cannon’s Ultra High-Temp Micro-MDM Connectors. The Ultra High Temp Micro-MDM series is qualification tested to withstand 230º C continuous operating temperature for 500 hours and meets the harsh […]

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