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 […]

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 […]

Introducing Molex’s Edge Lock series

In a previous Blog I introduced Molex’s Edge Lock series (Click Here).  The Edge series has been enhanced with the introduction of the Edge Lock Connector designed for low power applications but with the added feature of a positive locking system. Available in 2-8 Circuits, with current up to 3.0A and wire gauges of 22-24 AWG it […]

A Blog on MHF® I LK Micro RF Coaxial Connector System

In High-End RF Connector Systems, U.FL connectors from Hirose is one of the most well-known connectors in the market.  Typically used in devises such as Mobile Telecommunication, Wireless Devices and GPS. What you may not be so familiar with is the MHF® I LK Micro RF Coaxial Connector System from I-PEX.  Broadly speaking the U.FL […]

A Top 5 Guide to Far-East Importing

With such easy access to the Far-East those low prices are very tempting however, if you don’t take the right steps things can go terribly wrong. Here is our top 5 things to avoid when using the Far-East to build your cables: 1: Too much focus on price That is right, price is important – […]

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 Guide to Crimp Tools and Terminology

In this guide I am going to walk you through the various types of crimp tools and the common terminology used.  Many of you will be familiar with this but it’s always good to have a recap. Hand Crimp tools: One of the most amazing facts about hand tools is the range of prices being […]

New REDFIT IDC SKEDD Connectors From Würth Elektronik

Great news there are now more ways to connect wires directly to PCB’s this time brought to you from Würth Elektronik! Not normally known for innovation the new Redfit IDC Connectors are about to change this! In a previous Bog I showed you the Mill Max Direct Terminal to Board System Which enabled individual wires […]

Mill-Max Introduces Low Profile Solder Cup Headers

I know that I have said in the past that some new products could be game changers, but Mill-Max’s new Low-Profile Solder Cup Headers are the real deal! These Solder Cup Headers replace the need for soldering wires directly to the PCB or bulky connectors redundant! According to Mill-Max, “low profile solder cup header delivering […]

Two New Connectors From Bel Stewart

This Week I am introducing not one but two new connectors from innovators Bel Stewart how have developed a new range of RJ45 connectors for Cat 6 & Cat 6A Cables. For Larger OD Cables: The new large OD plugs are the latest addition to Stewart Connector’s extensive portfolio of modular plugs designed to support Gigabit […]

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