5 Questions To Ask When Designing New Cable Assemblies
1: Are the components freely available? One of the biggest issues we have seen with new assemblies is the availability of the connectors or cable. This may seem obvious, but the amount of assemblies designed using hard to find parts is quite high. Engineers spend a lot of time finding the connectors they […]
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 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 – […]
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 […]
Take Me to The Moon & Back with Radiall Connectors!
Well into space at least. It’s always been a dream of mine to travel into space although sadly for me I don’t believe it will ever become a reality. However, what I can do is be part of the space industry and see our cables beamed into space. Working in such a prestigious filed requires […]
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 […]
2017 A Year In Review!
This year has seen the continued march for miniaturisation and the desire to reduce the footprint of new product designs. One of the biggest challenges in Cable Assembly is balancing connectors that are small with their ability to handle the electrical requirements of the signals they carry. In particular Molex’s PicBlade connector series have become […]
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 […]
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 […]
