HARTING RJ Industrial MultiFeature Connectors

This week I want to introduce you to the Harting RJ Industrial MultiFeature Connectors, and some of the important features that separate these from any normal RJ45 connectors. Harting as you may well know are synonymous with quality and designs there will be no surprises that this is a really well thought out series of connectors […]

A Blog on Yamaichi Y-Circ P T-Series (IP68) Connectors

For those familiar with the likes of Lemo and Fischer connectors you will be aware of their specific speciality in small very robust Push-Pull circular connector systems.  You may not be aware of the Yamaichi T-series and their new kid on the block waterproof versions of the Y-Circ P Connectors. Despite the company name suggesting […]

A Blog on Harting T1 Single Pair Ethernet

As we hurtle towards the future with the “Internet of Everything” (IOE) manufacturers are rushing towards new and innovative ways of introducing networking technologies into devices.  Harting Ltd may well have just edged forwards in the race for connector dominance with their Single Pair Ethernet –T1 Connector Solution. According to Harting “the little giant Tw1ster […]

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 […]

Introducing Har-Flex® Mezzanine Connectors From Harting

Not normally known for IDC Connectors the Har-Felx introduce a high level of robustness into IDC Technology. According to their product specification they are smaller, more powerful and at the same time more robust is the credo in all areas on the way to I4.0. Due to the miniaturized design and the high variability of […]

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 […]

A Blog On Expanded Beam Fibre Optics

Many of you may be familiar with traditional networking fibre optics but you may not be so familiar with Expanded Beam Technology. This week I want to introduce you to a powerful system originally designed for use in harsh environments but can easily be adopted for traditional networking and OEM Product design where copper based […]

New M12 Push-Pull Connector Standard

Molex, Phoenix Contact, Murrelektronik, and Binder are driving the standardization of a non-proprietary push-pull connection system. M12 Connectors are traditionally screw connectors however the new standard paves the way for push-pull interlocks.  This is going to open up the M12 connector to many new markets such as products designed for harsh ambient environments. The interlock […]

Grey is the new Green with Amphenol Industrial Gray ZnNi Circular Connectors

Amphenol Industrial Gray Zinc Nickel (ZnNi) Circular Connectors provide Cadmium free RoHS compliant harsh environment plating. These ZnNi plating connectors were originally developed for Harsh Marine Environments and therefore feature a -65°C to +200°C temperature range as well as rated at 500 hours of salt spray. These connectors offer less than 2.5mΩ conductivity and consist […]

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