Whenever the highest hygiene standards are required, igus scores high with dry-running and abrasion-resistant plastic components for movement. In particular, battery production for tomorrow’s mobility requires special environmental conditions, which are achieved through the combination of dry rooms and cleanrooms. The Fraunhofer IPA has developed a new type of certificate for precisely these requirements. The […]
L-com expands P68, ODVA-compatible, MPO fiber optic outdoor cable assemblies
L-com, an Infinite Electronics brand and a supplier of wired and wireless connectivity products, has announced the expansion of its line of IP68, ODVA-compatible, MPO fiber optic, outdoor cable assemblies. The new assemblies are waterproof and dust-proof for a wide range of outdoor uses, including broadcast, military ground communications, oil and gas, transport and renewable […]
igus energy supply, the only one of its kind in the world, makes jib cranes safer
Energy and data cables hanging from jib cranes often pose a great risk. Careless movement of loads, forklifts, or other slewing crane systems in the immediate vicinity can cause them to become entangled and torn off. igus has therefore developed the guidelok swing, the only energy supply system of its kind in the world. It […]
Molex adds I-PEX MHF 4L LK and MHF I LK cable assemblies
Molex has extended its cable-assembly product line with the addition of innovative solutions from I-PEX, a leader in the field of high-frequency and high-speed transmission connectors. Together, the organizations offer I-PEX MHF 4L LK and MHF I LK cable assemblies, which are available in multiple configurations using standard MHF receptacles and Molex RF connector interfaces. […]
What is unshielded twisted pair cable and where is it used?
Contributed by Frances Richards Unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable is a widely used data communication cable consisting of anywhere from two to 1800 unshielded twisted pairs of 100-ohm copper encased in an outer plastic jacket. This type of cable has no metallic shield, which keeps the diameter streamlined but offers minimal protection against electrical interference. […]
Fairview Microwave expands semi-rigid cable assemblies and connectors
Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand, has expanded its offering of semi-rigid cable assemblies and connectors designed to negate the need for any custom tooling or jigs in the production process. This new series of semi-rigid cable assemblies features superior shielding compared to their flexible counterparts. Their solid outer conductor semi-rigid coax design guarantees their […]
Atlas 300V Type AWM wire from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added 300V Atlas Type AWM (appliance wire material) wire that is commonly used for appliance wiring, control cabinets, and machine tool applications. This new wire meets the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA Standard 79 requirements and is made in the USA. Atlas Type AWM wire consist of a tinned copper single conductor […]
TNC designs to micro-coax offer flexible and secure suit small applications
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand its TNC product offerings with additional front mount bulkhead jacks designed to accommodate flexible ultraminiature coax cable types. These RF interconnects offer excellent electrical performance up to 9 GHz with some ruggedized designs providing waterproof IP67 sealed protection in the unmated condition. TNC connectors Are ideal for applications with […]
Smart e-chains made easy through online configurator
igus now offers a wide range of online tools to streamline assembling ready-to-connect e-chain cable carrier systems in just a few steps. The tools include the “e-chain expert,” which enables interested parties to assemble an individual e-chain energy chain system in just three steps. Price, service life, and delivery time are displayed. For the first […]
Mini-FAKRA interconnect cable solutions optimize automotive space
Amphenol RF is pleased to expand our AUTOMATE Type A mini-FAKRA breakout cable line with additional connector configurations and cable types. The cable assemblies combine industry-standard FAKRA connectors with next-generation Mini-FAKRA. This combination allows for a compact solution at the compute module, an industry-standard sealed solution at the connected device with a max frequency of […]
