Connectors, Switches & EMECH


Quick connect SMA adapter ideal for test and measurement applications

Amphenol RF has released the SMA Quick-Connect adapter, a straight jack to straight plug configuration, as part of a wide portfolio of coaxial adapters. This precision machined 50Ohm adapter allows quick and easy mating with all current thr

Amphenol | 08-02-2019

Industrial series I/O connector offers design flexibility for next-generation industrial modules

Hirose has expanded its rugged ix industrial connector family to include a vertical receptacle. The ix80 Series vertical receptacle gives design flexibility for manufacturers of next-generation industrial equipment. Providing a small robust

Hirose | 08-02-2019

Cable mount IDC socket connectors provides a quick and simple interconnection system

These 3M 3000 series cable mount industry standard IDC ribbon cable socket connectors have a 2.54mm x 2.54mm pitch, and the cable sockets accept 26 AWG and 28 AWG solid and stranded 1.27 mm pitch flat ribbon cable or discrete wire. The

RS Components | 06-02-2019

Rugged RJ45 connector system developed for harsh environments

Lane Electronics now offers a rugged RJ45 connector system, from Allied Connectors, created to fit those applications where completely reliable Ethernet communications are demanded in harsh environments. According to the company, the system

Lane Electronics | 06-02-2019

Small connector series ideal for IoT applications

Amphenol RF has introduced the small form factor AMC4 connector series. This micro-miniature product series provides a popular push-on coupling design and is fitting for IoT applications which need space efficient, economical designs.

Amphenol | 06-02-2019

Wide voltage omnipolar Hall effect switches optimised for industrial applications

Diodes Incorporated has launched its AH35xx series of omnipolar Hall effect switches. These devices highlight a wide operating voltage range of 3V to 28V, allowing them to support all of the 3.3V, 5V, 12V, and 24V rails commonly found in of

Diodes Inc | 05-02-2019

Crimp-to-wire connectors are suitable for automotive applications

Amphenol ICC Minitek MicroSpace Crimp-to-Wire connectors' unique design enables LV214 Severity-2 and performs at 1.8, 1.5 and 1.27mm pitch. Available from TTI Europe, the connectors are supplied in single and double row versions, with top a

TTI Europe | 04-02-2019

Pitch edge card sockets with a justification beam satisfy industry demands for speed

Samtec MEC5 Extreme Density Micro Edge Card Sockets, available from Mouser, are 0.5mm pitch edge card sockets with a justification beam. This design enables high-speed signals to pass through an astonishingly dense connector while maintaini

Mouser Electronics | 01-02-2019

Waterproof USB micro B and Type C receptacles feature IP67 ratings

CUI’s Interconnect Group has added several waterproof USB connectors, with Ingress Protection (IP) ratings of IP67, to its USB product family. Protecting from moisture and environmental contaminants, the connectors are offered in USB Micro

CUI | 31-01-2019

LED three-pin SMD provides easy upgrade for lighting manufacturers

The Cree XLamp XHP35.2 LED is the next generation of extreme High Power LEDs offered in the XP footprint. They are now available from RS Components. Built on the company's latest high-power LED technology, the device improves the voltag

RS Components | 30-01-2019

New IP67 harsh environment switches offer extended actuation lifecycle

Now available from TTI Europe, the new IP67-sealed model in the C & K K12S Series of switches is ideal for outdoor applications such as automotive door locks, boot openers, motorcycle handles and similar harsh environment uses including agr

TTI Europe | 29-01-2019

New laser diode opens up new fields of application

Osram Opto Semiconductors' new product family includes Bidos PLPVQ 940A, its first VCSEL. The device is now available from RS Components. This is a further future technology that the company is incorporating into its product portfolio, layi

RS Components | 29-01-2019

Wire splice connector ideal for telecoms industry and other fine wire applications

3M's Scotchlok IDC splice connectors, available now from RS Components, are gel-filled and gas-tight. These splice connectors are extensively used in the telecoms industry and other fine wire applications. Wires are simply inserted into the

RS Components | 25-01-2019

Lightweight and robust connector for wireless infrastructure in indoor and outdoor applications

Amphenol RF has introduced their new 2.2/5 connector series. This interface is a compact version of the earlier 4.3/10 connector series with a footprint that is 53% smaller. This connector is lightweight and can hold thick, low loss cables

Amphenol | 25-01-2019

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