Although I was not in attendance at DesignCon 2016, I have had an opportunity to review some of the new, impressive designs that were seen last week at the Santa Clara Convention Center. A variety of interconnect technologies were on showcase, with some key highlights being high-speed cable designs as well as micro-miniature cables to […]
Data Transmission
Gore high-flex cables deliver excellent signal transmission and flex life
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) presents its family of high flex cables to meet the semiconductor industry’s growing demand for higher data rate cables in a flexible, lightweight, and cost-effective package. Engineered for complex cleanroom environments, GORE High Flex Cables provide reliable signal integrity for high-speed data transmission in a variety of semiconductor […]
Siemon’s 2-mm MTP fiber jumpers improve airflow and cable management in high-density 40/100 Gig applications
Siemon has released 12-fiber MTP fiber jumpers with a smaller 2-mm diameter for improved pathway fill, airflow and accessibility in high-density fiber patching areas. Ideal for connecting MPO/MTP backbone trunk cabling to active equipment in 40/100 gigabit fiber applications, the jumpers feature the compact design of the MTP connector footprint and Siemon’s smaller 2-mm RazorCore […]
Multimode Fiber Optic Cable or Single: What’s the Difference?
Fiber optic cables used in data centers are available in two types—multimode and single-mode fiber optic cable. All fiber optic cables feature a glass core on which light travels. These glass strands are then protected by a plastic coating, the cable construction itself and its jacketing material. According to CABLExpress, single-mode fiber is fiber optic […]
Flat cables for sub-zero temperatures
Rated for operational temperatures as low as -65°C, Cicoil’s highly flexible flat cables have been designed to provide non-stop reliability in Punishing Weather, Polar Climates, Cryogenic Equipment and Space Applications. Ideal in land, air and marine equipment, these extremely rugged and UV Resistant cables are an excellent alternative to PVC, Teflon, Neoprene and Polyurethane cables […]
Gore launches enhanced website for aerospace ethernet cables
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) has launched an enhanced website at gore.com/aerospace-ethernet-cables to provide easier access to product information and performance data. The site simplifies the design process by providing connector compatibility data along with cable termination instructions that enable visitors to evaluate the performance of their high-speed interconnects. “We wanted to remove […]
Siemon Interconnect Solutions saves money and power
Siemon Interconnect Solutions, a business unit of Siemon that provides custom network infrastructure solutions to OEMs, value-added resellers and system integrators, is pleased to announce SFP+ active copper twinax cable assemblies developed specifically as a cost-effective and lower-power solution for short reach links in high-speed data center interconnect applications. “We are excited to expand our […]
Beckhoff offers easy plug-in wiring solutions
No need to manually wire with the EtherCAT plug-in modules from the new Beckhoff EJ series. An efficient solution to implement platform concepts in large-scale machine production with many common parts, while retaining the possibility to configure variants. The “plug-in” modules are electronically-based on the well-known EtherCAT I/O system. Their design allows them to be […]
Gore Ethernet cables offer high data rates for civil aerospace applications
W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) introduces GORE Ethernet Cables to meet the civil aerospace industry’s emerging need for higher data rate cables in a lightweight, flexible, and routable package. Engineered for the demands of modern airborne digital networks, they provide high-speed data transmission up to 10 Gbit over longer distances. They provide excellent signal integrity with […]
AutomationDirect adds M8 sensor cables
AutomationDirect now offers IP69K-rated sensor cables available in lengths ranging from 2 to 10 m. Available with industry standard axial and right-angle M8 quick disconnects with open leads and 316L stainless steel coupling nuts, the IP69K rating makes these cables suitable for food and beverage-rated sensors. Starting 2-m cables are fitted with a rugged premium […]