Samtec, Inc. announces the availability of production quantities for its highly stable, low-loss flexible microwave cable assemblies using Nitrowave cable technology. Nitrowave cable – recognizable by the distinctive Samtec orange FEP jacket – is available in target frequencies of 32 GHz, 43.5 GHz, 71 GHz, 95 GHz, and 110 GHz with the following product series:…
Fischer connector system adds ratchet locking system designed for 300g shock resistance
Fischer Connectors has expanded the Fischer UltiMate Series with a pre-cabled USB-C connector featuring the company’s new Ratchet Locking System (RLS). The connector maintains connection stability during vibration and shock for data transfer in sectors including defense, mining, construction, motorsports, and railways. The Fischer UltiMate USB-C connector with RLS combines data transmission capabilities with mechanical…
Fisher Connectors expands connector line to include 4-port and 6-port options
Fischer Connectors introduces an expanded portfolio of cables compatible with Nett Warrior and NATO STANAG 4695/4851 interfaces through Fischer UltiMate 80 connectors. The solution aligns with U.S. Army Next Generation Hub specifications and enables connectivity within battlefield management ecosystems. The new cable options support general-purpose, power, radio, end-user device (EUD), and specialized device connections. These…
Amphenol RF debuts SMA plugs for 0.81 mm and 1.32 mm cable applications
Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce new high-performance SMA connectors suited for use with versatile high-frequency 0.81 mm cable or 1.32 mm Double Shielded cable. These SMA plugs feature a threaded coupling mechanism ensuring a secure connection even in rigorous applications. The connectors are tested for up to 500 mating cycles, guaranteeing durability and reliability.…
PICMG doubles bandwidth with compactPCI serial revision 3 specification release
PICMG announces the release of CompactPCI Serial Revision 3 (CPCI-S.0 R3.0). With the third revision of the standard, the organization is ensuring future viability and scalability for many years to come. CompactPCI Serial was originally developed as an extension of the open CompactPCI standard to meet the demand for robust, modular, and powerful computer systems…
STMicroelectronics introduces space-saving 4 mm x 4 mm automotive NFC reader
STMicroelectronics has introduced two new automotive NFC readers in its ST25R portfolio, delivering superior wake-up and detection range for enhanced user experiences. The ST25R500 and ST25R501 meet Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and Wireless Power Consortium requirements for digital key and center console applications for device pairing and engine start, and wireless charging, NFC card protection.…
IP-rated junction box fits into tight spaces
Bud Industries has introduced the PNB Series, an IP67-rated plastic enclosure with knockouts. Lightweight and easily mountable into tight spaces with only two screws, the enclosure is more economical than similar enclosures. PNB Series enclosures serve multiple indoor uses, including for control boxes, WIFI and RF device housing, lighting, and access controls. Their high level of…
Hirose expands connector series with versions supporting 10 Gbps Ethernet
Hirose has expanded its popular LF Series of shielded high-speed Ethernet connectors to include a Cat.6a version supporting 10Gbps. The compact LF Cat6A Series features a simple yet reliable bayonet lock mechanism for vibration resistance and easy operation, setting it apart from traditional screw-on industrial connectors. Featuring a rugged metal shell, the LF Cat6A Series connector…
Nexperia develops side-wettable flank ESD diodes
Nexperia announced a new portfolio of high signal integrity, bidirectional electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection diodes in innovative flip-chip land-grid-array (FC-LGA) packaging. This new package technology is optimized for protecting and filtering high-speed data communication links, which are increasingly used in modern cars. Applications like in-vehicle camera video-links, multi-gigabit automotive Ethernet networks as well as infotainment…
Mencom connectors rated for 600 V/30 A in industrial applications
Mencom Corporation continues to empower high-power applications with its MCVH connectors. Available in 6 and 8-pole configurations, the MCVH series is engineered for a wide range of applications in rugged environments, delivering a dependable maximum rating of 600V and 30A. Mencom offers its MCVH circular connectors available in receptacles and field-wireable connectors, featuring the widely…
Conformable cables from Amphenol RF enhance microwave connections
Amphenol RF introduces additional pre-configured 2.92 mm cable assembly configurations which feature a 2.92 mm connector and the option of an SMP or SMPM connector attached on the opposing end. They are available in pre-configured lengths of 6 (0.15M), 9.84 (0.25M), and 12 (0.3M) inches on 0.085-inch conformable cable. Offering ease of installation, conformable cables…
Kontrol industrial interconnect system supports 500 mating cycles at 20 G vibration
Harwin has announced the expansion of its Kontrol range of industrial board-to-board interconnects (BBi), adding single-row connectors and cables to the 1.27mm pitch (0.05″) connectors. The range has been created to bridge the gap between high-end connectors and established pin header and socket solutions. The launch adds to Harwin’s existing dual-row Kontrol connectors, extending the…
Arm’s protocol allows 2 mm process integration for CPU components
Arm has released the first public specification of its Chiplet System Architecture (CSA), a framework for standardizing chipset connectivity and system partitioning. The specification is now supported by more than 60 technology companies, including ADTechnology, Alphawave Semi, AMI, Cadence, Jaguar Micro, Kalray, Rebellions, Siemens, and Synopsys. The CSA framework enables designers to create reusable chipsets…
Mencom’s high-performance connectors achieve UL cert
Industrial circular connectors are electrical coupling devices featuring a circular interface and cylindrical contact housing. They come in various materials, sizes, contact layouts, and coupling designs. Among them, M8, M12, M16, ½”-20, and M23 receptacles, which refer to the thread size on the coupling nuts, are widely used for connecting sensors and actuators in industries…
Same Sky’s surface-mount pins deliver 10-125 gf initial operating force
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 cycles. Housed in surface mount, wire mount, and through-hole packages, the CPG models feature initial…
Kyocera AVX releases low-profile contacts featuring 6N insertion force
KYOCERA AVX released the new 9140-000 Series two-piece STRIPT crimp contacts. Engineered to provide compact, reliable wire-to-board connections in commercial and transportation lighting, home appliance, consumer electronics, and industrial applications with space constraints ranging from densely populated boards to small form factors, the new 9140-000 Series features a UL-approved insulator-less design that utilizes the company’s industry-proven poke-home blade…
Chiplet interconnect enables 20 Tbps/mm bandwidth density
Alphawave Semi introduces the industry’s first 64 Gbps Universal Chiplet Interconnect Express (UCIe) Die-to-Die (D2D) IP Subsystem to deliver unprecedented chipset interconnect data rates, setting a new standard for ultra-high-performance D2D connectivity solutions in the industry. The third generation, 64 Gbps IP Subsystem builds on the successes of the most recent Gen2 36 Gbps IP…
Same Sky expands USB portfolio with 5.9 mm Type-C series
Same Sky’s Interconnect Group announced the expansion of its USB Type C connectors line with a range of new models conforming to the USB 2.0 standard. The UJ20 family boasts ultra-compact package lengths as low as 5.9 mm, making them ideal for space-constrained designs where board real estate is at a premium. These USB 2.0 Type…
Mill-Max #36 contact available in eight termination styles
Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., Inc. announces the widespread release of their # 36 contact, a unique contact designed to accept a wide range of lead sizes while providing low insertion force and high current carrying capacity. The receptacles assembled with the # 36 contacts are produced in a variety of termination styles to address the many…
Kyocera AVX releases low-profile, dual-entry card-edge connectors
KYOCERA AVX expanded its line of vertical card-edge connectors with the release of the new 9159-800 Series dual-entry card-edge connectors — the industry’s first dual-entry card-edge connectors and the lowest-profile card-edge connectors in the KYOCERA AVX portfolio. Engineered to satisfy growing cross-market demand for card-edge connectors and persistent cross-market demand for compact, space-saving connectors, the new…