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  • How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life

    How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life
  • Derating connector current ratings for real-world PCB power designs

    Derating connector current ratings for real-world PCB power designs
  • Be aware of connector mating-cycle limits

    Be aware of connector mating-cycle limits
  • Push-pull D-sub connector housings: What took so long?

    Push-pull D-sub connector housings: What took so long?
  • Design World presents the 2025 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity

    Design World presents the 2025 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity

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How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life

Electric vehicle (EV) connectors must operate reliably despite intense vibration, thermal cycling, moisture exposure, and elevated temperatures. … [Read More...] about How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life

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High-power connectors support 200 – 450 A range

Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers the TS1 Series, a high-performance industrial power connector developed to meet the growing demand for … [Read More...] about High-power connectors support 200 – 450 A range

Today on Connector Tips

  • How adhesives and sealants impact EV connector reliability and service life
  • Weather-resistant MCX assemblies enable external antenna connections
  • Compact push-on lock connector supports RF performance to 6 GHz
  • Derating connector current ratings for real-world PCB power designs
  • High-power connectors support 200 – 450 A range
  • 1.0 mm coax connector supports up to 110 GHz
  • Miniature SMT test point for dense PCBs

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2 AWG twinax cable optimized for 224 Gbps PAM4 applications

A new twinaxial cable optimized for 224 Gbps PAM4 signaling has been released as part of an existing product family focused on high-speed data transmission. The product supports a 32 AWG conductor size for internal system cable assemblies. A 27 AWG … [Read More...] about 2 AWG twinax cable optimized for 224 Gbps PAM4 applications

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Easy locking connector adapts to industrial requirements

binder is expanding its portfolio: The easy locking connector (ELC) of the 570 series, originally developed for homecare applications and already proven in many medical applications, is now also available in black. This new color variant is the … [Read More...] about Easy locking connector adapts to industrial requirements

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M12 X-coded connectors for rail, transport, and agriculture applications

As digitalization and connectivity continue transforming the rail and transport sectors, the need for reliable, robust, and high-performance communication solutions is rising. To address this demand, binder is strategically expanding its product … [Read More...] about M12 X-coded connectors for rail, transport, and agriculture applications

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Spring pins operate from -40° C to 85° C in three mounting styles

Same Sky’s Interconnect Group announced the expansion of its pogo pins product line with the introduction of 40 new models. The CPG family of pogo pins offers gold-plated contacts for high reliability with mating cycle ratings now up to 20,000 … [Read More...] about Spring pins operate from -40° C to 85° C in three mounting styles

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Flexible cables perform to 43.5 GHz

Cables available in three standard lengths with SMA, 2.92 mm, and 2.4 mm end connectors. Samtec's LL043 Series Nitrowave microwave cable assemblies have performance is optimized from DC to 43.5 GHz with a maximum VSWR of 1.4:1. The 43.5 GHz … [Read More...] about Flexible cables perform to 43.5 GHz

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Design World presents the 2024 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity

In its seventh year, Design World’s LEAP Awards showcase the best engineering innovations across several design categories. This wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and support of the engineering community. The editorial team assembles OEM … [Read More...] about Design World presents the 2024 LEAP Awards Winners: Connectivity

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Canfield Connector launches quick shipping program for popular connectors

Canfield Connector announces the launch of its CAN-PAK Quick Ship Bulk Packs, a new offering designed to meet the immediate needs of distributors and their customers. This bulk packaging solution includes the company's most popular products, such as … [Read More...] about Canfield Connector launches quick shipping program for popular connectors

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Front-mounted IP67 bulkhead jacks added to panel mount receptacles

Amphenol RF is pleased to expand our versatile SMA product portfolio with additional reverse polarity front mount bulkhead jacks. The bulkhead jacks are engineered to accommodate a variety of micro coax cable types including 0.081 mm, 1.32 mm, 1.37 … [Read More...] about Front-mounted IP67 bulkhead jacks added to panel mount receptacles

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IMS 2023 roundup: connectors

Through photos and videos, EE World covers some of the active and passive components that RF and wireless engineers need to connect us all. The exhibit hall at the 2023 International Microwave Symposium featured connectors from Molex, Samtec, and … [Read More...] about IMS 2023 roundup: connectors

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Micro-D connectors series for harsh environments includes removable crimp contacts

Littelfuse, Inc. announced the availability of its latest C&K product — the MDMA Micro-D connector with removable crimp contacts. This unique design innovation allows end users to easily create custom cable harnesses, a feature not currently … [Read More...] about Micro-D connectors series for harsh environments includes removable crimp contacts

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Receptacles now fitted with beryllium copper contact clip

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., Inc. announces the development of a new minimal insertion length contact, expanding our range of receptacles designed to work with shorter mating leads. The receptacles being introduced here are fitted with a new, … [Read More...] about Receptacles now fitted with beryllium copper contact clip

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Harwin to showcase industrial connectors at Embedded World

Advanced interconnect specialist Harwin will be using the upcoming Embedded World event (Nuremberg, March 14-16) to focus on its newly defined BBi product portfolio. These high density board-to-board connectors are intended for use in challenging … [Read More...] about Harwin to showcase industrial connectors at Embedded World

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Molex leverages Supplyframe Design-to-Source Intelligence solutions

Supplyframe today announced that Molex is deploying Supplyframe’s innovative Design-to-Source Intelligence suite to enhance its existing business and new product development supplier interaction with a single digital platform. Through this … [Read More...] about Molex leverages Supplyframe Design-to-Source Intelligence solutions

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ITT Cannon underlines engineering innovation and sustainability at electronica 2022:

At electronica 2022, ITT Cannon will showcase its latest product innovations and robust interconnect portfolio that provides reliability across multiple end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, e-mobility, industrial, and transportation. … [Read More...] about ITT Cannon underlines engineering innovation and sustainability at electronica 2022:

Silicon Labs' BG24 and MG24 families of 2.4 GHz wireless SoCs

Silicon Labs takes Gold for its wireless SOCs in 2022 LEAP Awards

Winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced earlier this week in a digital ceremony, with a high number of products across 14 categories. This annual competition aims to celebrates the most … [Read More...] about Silicon Labs takes Gold for its wireless SOCs in 2022 LEAP Awards

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