Connectors, Switches & EMECH


Control components sets standards in functionality and aesthetics

RAFI understands that top-quality design plays an ever more important role in the sales and distribution of machines and installations. Users increasingly expect sophisticated, ergonomically sound, and aesthetic design, even from industrial

Digikey | 16-01-2017

SMT board-to-board connectors offers maximum space saving

Available now from Farnell element14, the Molex SlimStack Hybrid Power SMT Board-to-Board Connectors achieve up to 6A of power and electrical reliability in an ultra-compact design with 0.40mm pitch. The connectors have low contact resi

Farnell element14 | 16-01-2017

Circular connector socket ideal for industrial and factory automation

Stocked by RS Components and from TE connectivity, this unshielded M12 connector has screw locking for a secure connection. The connector has a screw terminal and cable gland and is field serviceable. With PBT housing and gold plated contac

RS Components | 13-01-2017

New design line of AC vehicle connectors now available

Now available through TTI Europe are the new design line of AC vehicle connectors from Phoenix Contact. The components have been developed in accordance with the requirements of the automotive industry (LV 124 and LV 214). Just as the tried

TTI Europe | 12-01-2017

Time-saving, reliable push in connection technology for optimal handling

Available from Astute Electronics is the new OMNIMATE 2.5mm (AWG12) push in spring interconnect system from Weidmüller. It is a compact, functional connection solution designed especially for controls, I/O systems and signal interfaces in d

Astute Electronics | 12-01-2017

Low-profile tactile switch for use in applications with limits on space

MEC Switches' Ultramec 6C, available from Digi-Key, is a low-profile pushbutton option for handheld devices or in applications that are limited in both space and height. With significantly smaller dimensions than their previous range of swi

Digikey | 11-01-2017

Harsh environment USB C connectors capable of supporting high-speed data transmission rates

Amphenol has a series of harsh environment IP67 USB C 3.1 receptacles, available now from RS Components. The USB C connectors are capable of supporting high-speed data transmission rates up to 10Gbit/s with up to 100w of power. The conn

RS Components | 11-01-2017

New high-power LEDs deliver lower system cost

Mouser now stocks the Cree XLamp MHB-B LEDs. These new high-power LEDs enable designers to more effectively deliver lower system costs for high-lumen, high-efficiency applications designed to meet the new DesignLights Consortium (DLC) 4.0 P

Mouser Electronics | 09-01-2017

Harwin — Increased design choices and production flexibility with connector ranges

Harwin has extended the number of models available in its Industry Standard Connector ranges, including their Archer M50 (1.27mm pitch), M22 (2mm pitch) and M20 (2.54mm pitch) interconnects. The range extensions bring greatly increased c

Harwin | 09-01-2017

Circular connectors for commercial signal and power applications

Farnell element14 are now stocking the AMP TE Connectivity circular connector contact. The 205090-1 is a socket contact for D-Sub Amplimite series connectors. It accepts 0.2mm2 to 0.6mm2 wire cross sectional area and made of copper alloy wi

Farnell element14 | 06-01-2017

Miniature micropower hall switch targets consumer and industrial tech

Specifically designed for battery-powered consumer equipment such as cellular phones, tablets, digital still and video cameras, while also embracing home appliances and industrial systems, the AH1389 Hall-effect switch IC introduced by Diod

Diodes Inc | 06-01-2017

Wide range of PCB mounted adjustable and pre-set potentiometers available

JPR Electronics can supply a wide range of PCB mounted potentiometers by manufacturer Iskra from stock. The full range of potentiometers are available. Key products stocked are the enclosed single turn trimming potentiometers which are adju

JPR Electronics | 06-01-2017

Industry HDMI Alt Mode over USB-C connector solution for next-generation devices

Cypress have announced a complete solution for USB-C to native HDMI connections without adapters or converters. It is claimed to be the world’s first. Based on Cypress EZ-PD USB-C controllers, the solution allows next-generation laptops, sm

Cypress | 05-01-2017

M12 pre-assembled receptacle connectors have fully shielded housing

TE Connectivity’s M12 Cable Connectors are suitable for field assembly. They are now available from Farnell element14. They have 360 degree EMI/RFI shielding, torsion and vibration proof cable strain relief with the company’s crimp flange t

Farnell element14 | 04-01-2017

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