A Blog on EZ Connectors by Times Microwave
Most people are familiar with Coax Connectors but you may not be totally familiar with the US Company Times Microwave however, they are a big company that have developed some leading-edge RF products. Notably Low Loss RF cable such as the LMR series cables delivering very powerful performance by use of the solid conductor and […]
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 […]
Belden’s New 4K Ultra HD Media Cable
Belden the goliath of cable manufacturing has produced what I believe to be a revolution in the distribution of Ultra HD distribution via traditional Ethernet cabling. One of the main benefits of the Belden cable is that it has one outer foil screen unlike Using a Cat 7 cable where each pair has a foil […]
Amphenol FCI’s new Griplet® Connectors!
This week I want to introduce you to the new Griplet® Connectors from Amphenol FCI! These simple IDC Terminal is an ideal connector where space is tight and ease of installation is important. Each connector has a height of 3.7mm and a footprint of 4.0mm. Furthermore, this can replace the need for expensive terminals on PCB’s enabling […]
JST JFA CONNECTOR (J300 Series (J-FAT))
This week I want to introduce you to the JST JFA connector series. We think it’s great because like most great things it’s simple in design and easy to use. With a 5.08mm pitch this connector series is designed for 18 – 14 awg wires and a great alternative to using terminal blocks or […]
Introducing Molex ValuSeal™
This week I want to tell you all about the new Molex ValuSeal™ it’s pretty new so I’m quite excited to see how it does out in the industry. In short the ValuSeal™ is a IP65 a rated connector system with positive latching and integrated environmental seals. It is set to compete directly with other […]
Heatshrink v Neoprene Sleeving
We see many Cable Assemblies designed using sleeving and it’s fascinating to see how some design engineers will choose one type over another when either choice is OK for the assembly. Sometimes there is an obvious choice why you would one type so let’s look at the pros and cons of each type of sleeving: […]
A Blog on the history of electrical wire.
This week is the 170’th birthday of Thomas Edison inventor and all-round scientific superstar. But where would he be without the humble electrical wire? Often overlooked but without the vital important role that insulated electrical wire played in the development of electrical devices the modern electrical / electronic revolution would have never been able to […]
A Guide on Cable Flammability Ratings.
This week we are going to give you an overview of the different flammability ratings used in cables the aim of which it to help make better choices when selecting cables that best fit their end location or environment. Firstly what is a flammability rating? The official definition is “UL 94, the Standard for Safety […]
Introducing the ix Industrial Ethernet Connector!
New products are launched all the time, some last the test of time others fall by the wayside as is the way with many new innovations in the fast paced world of electronics. The concept was first announced back in August 2016 with very little detail about how the connector system would look but now we […]
