OM5 Fibre is here, so what now?
For years now we have become use to Fibre Optics in our networks for both home broadband and work networks, so now is a great time to evaluate what systems are out there and where we should go from here. So, what do you know? Many of you will be used to Singlemode and Multimode […]
Def-Std & Din-Std Cable
A Blog on Def-Std & Din-Std 47100 Cable Have you considered using LiYcY Cable rather than Def-Std? It comes in Grey & Black and is a great alternative with non-repeated colour cores. Why change? Well let’s say you have two similar cables for a device and as part of the technical log you have to list the […]
Ten things to consider when choosing a Coax Connector
Coax is still one of the most popular mediums for transmitting information and looks like it is here to stay. Developed in the 1880’s Coaxial Cable was invented by English engineer and mathematician Oliver Heaviside, who patented the design to aid in the development of long range communications. These days Coax still plays an important part in […]
Nicab Ltd announce newly qualified IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Trainer.
Nicab Ltd are proud to announce that lead Assembly Technician Jose Carvalho has passed his IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified Trainer accreditation. MD Nick Locke said, “I’m extremely proud of Jose’s achievement and the benefit it brings to the team. We are now able to provide full in-house training to all staff ensuring we continue to deliver the […]
A Blog on Smart Connected Textiles
The vision of technology integrated into clothing may not be as far away as we think as TE have announced that they have developed a concept proving that woven materials can be made to act as simple circuits. Imagine a future where tech can be worn and possibly charged as you move. Although this is […]
A Guide to UL Traceability and Identification
Anyone involved in exporting to the US will understand the importance of the requirements of Traceability and Identification of products according to the requirements of the UL Standards. For those among us that do not currently export to the US or are looking to make your first attempts at reaching the US Markets this will […]
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 Hirose DF13 Connectors
We are often asked to help customers with new designs of their cable assemblies and one common theme is making assemblies smaller enabling the overall product footprint to become as small as possible. One connector series we find most effective is the DF13 Series connectors from Hirose. The reason this connector series is easy to […]
Introducing UTS Connector Series from Souriau!
The UTS Series from Souriau is a fantastic range of connectors that are an affordable plastic version of traditional Mill Sepc Connectors. Packed with useful features these connectors are targeted for people that want robust IP68 circular connectors built to last but won’t cost a small fortune. One of the features we persoannly like the most is […]
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 […]
