A Guide on Industrial v Mill Spec Connectors
In the world of interconnection there are two very similar series of connectors with their own specification and standards and they are very similar in application and specification. This is the industrial and military specification connectors. Recently there has been a drive in the MOD Industry to reduce costs while maintaining quality and the industrial […]
Two cable innovations – revolutionary and useful (possibly)!
This week I bring you two innovations, one which could be a revolution and the other that is very useful. Starting with TE Connectivity’s new RJ Point Five data connector system which according to the marketing information could replace the traditional RJ45 connector. So let’s take a closer look. The port spacing is on a […]
Intel & Apple join forces to produce the Thunderbolt Optical Cable
It seems that right now thunderbolt and USB Type-C connectors are all over the electronics industry and seem to becoming the connector of choice for many PC & Tablet Manufacturers. As first reported in thunderbolttechnology.net Optical cables for Thunderbolt ports that enable faster data transfers over longer distances on computers such as Apple’s Macintosh will […]
New Innovation in Waterproof Interconnectivity from Molex!
For those of us in the cable assembly business finding waterproof connector systems can sometimes be a challenge as the options can sometimes be limited especially when limited space is available. Luckily Molex have come up with a innovative system the Mizu-P25™ Miniature Wire-to-Wire Connectors the Smallest to Provide IP67 Rating. According to Molex “The […]
New Innovations in Medical-Grade cable
For those of us who are lucky to work in the higher ends of the electronics industry you will know what a responsibility it is to be part of the design and manufacturing process for Medical Devices. Part of the challenge is finding the right products for the job. Because medial is such a niche […]
A Guide to Mill Spec Crimping
It is a fact that the very best of the best in crimping is Mill Spec Crimping as this standard of crimping is recognised, as IPC-A-620 Class 3. As we all know, this is the highest possible standard for cable assembly. Firstly, let us start with why Mill Spec Crimping is such high quality and […]
New EZ-RJ45 CONNECTORS
Here is a great little product. It’s been out for a while but I don’t think it’s getting the attention it deserves. The EZ-RJ45 Connector from Platinum Tools is designed to work on both Cat5e and Cat6 cables, solid or stranded. By using the new EZ-RJ45, it simplifies twisted pair terminations by allowing the wires […]
A Blog on Crimping Termonlogy
If you ever wondered what people are talking about in conversations on crimping terminology when they come out with phrases like “Belmouth” or “Conductor Brush” then wonder no more. The following guide will give you all the info you need to fully understand everything there is to know about crimping terminology. BELLMOUTH (FLARE) The flare […]
On UL Listed and UL Recognized cable
In a previous blog post I discussed UL Wire types. However, something that does seem to come up is the question of “What is the difference between UL Listed and UL Recognized?” The answer to this question is answered with the help of Lütze Ltd, a German manufacturer of cable specialising in the area of […]
5 Reasons Cables Fail & How This Can Be Avoided
A well-designed cable, built by professionals used in non-harsh conditions should last a lifetime – literally your lifetime – so why is it that we sometimes hear about cables failing? Theoretically, they should have a much longer lifespan than most of the electrical goods/ electronics which they connect. 1: Right Connector Wrong Cable Many […]
