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…
STMicroelectronics’ compact IoT module features integrated eSIM
The ST87M01 cellular data-communications module integrates NB-IoT certification and an optional ST4SIM embedded SIM. The module features dual communication capabilities through NB-IoT cellular connectivity and wireless Meter-Bus (wM-Bus), providing redundant data transmission channels for applications like utility consumption monitoring. A software-defined radio enables dynamic switching between NB-IoT and sub-GHz wM-Bus modes. The module supports direct…
STMicroelectronics launches programmable PLC modem for smart meters
Ready for use in forthcoming multi-protocol smart meters that enhance flexibility for handling energy data, STMicroelectronics’ ST85MM programmable powerline communication (PLC) modem natively supports field-proven Meters and More and PRIME 1.4 smart grid standards. The energy transition is happening everywhere and transforming the role of metering, as increasingly intelligent networks and new stakeholders demand extra…
Phoenix Contact launches PCB connectors with integrated coding features
The new CONNEXIS PCB connectors from Phoenix Contact use crimp contacts and spring wire termination to help manufacturers reduce time and labor costs. The preassembled wire-to-board connectors simplify connection and accelerate automated production. The connectors and headers have integrated coding to prevent mismatching. Phoenix Contact can also provide customer-specific printing options for easier wiring. This…
binder unveils new flange components for PBC15 connector system
binder has announced the release of new flange components designed to complement their PBC15 cable connector system. These components have been engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern industrial applications, particularly in environments where space is at a premium and high current and voltage transmission is essential. The PBC15 system, enhanced by these new…
KYOCERA AVX expands poroduct range with IDC splice connectors
KYOCERA AVX released the new 9179-000 Series IDC Splice Connectors, which are packed with features designed to make them an attractive alternative to traditional splicing solutions. The new 9179-000 Series IDC Splice Connectors utilize insulation displacement contact (IDC) technology, which is more efficient, economical, robust, reliable, and durable than traditional hand-crimp and hand-solder connection technology.…
TeraSignal unveils first intelligent chip-to-module interconnect for AI and high-performance computing
TeraSignal introduced TSLink, the world’s first intelligent chip-to-module (C2M) interconnect designed to revolutionize data transmission between large ASICs and linear optical modules. Leveraging existing microcontroller resources in optical modules, the TSLink solution automates link training and performance monitoring without the need for additional digital signal processors (DSPs). TSLink dramatically reduces power consumption and latency while simplifying…
Samtec JTAG connectors target automotive, lighting, and power
Samtec, Inc., offers a variety of board-level and cable connector systems for JTAG applications that are currently shipping in volume quantities. Samtec JTAG connectors are available on both 2.54 mm and 1.27 mm centerlines. Common sizes are 10-pin (2 x 5), 14-pin (2 x 7), and 20-pin (2 x 10). JTAG connectors are available in…
Samtec expands A-Series connectors for automotive applications
Samtec, Inc. has expanded its A-Series family of connectors with new additions that include a Level 3 Product Part Approval Process (PPAP) package for automobile applications. The series, comprising over 100 connectors, is designed for space-constrained, rugged applications within vehicles. The latest additions include right-angle and edge connectors, addressing the needs of automotive lighting, infotainment, and…
CUI Devices expands connector line with D-coded options
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group has announced the addition of M12 connector types with D coding to its line of circular connectors and circular cable assemblies. The CDM12 family includes a variety of male or female jack or plug versions with 4-pin contact position options. These M12 D-coded connectors and cables have IP67 ratings, making them suitable for harsh…
Amphenol RF expands automotive interconnect line with 6 GHz-capable connector
Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce the IP67 waterproof FAKRA generation 2 rear mount bulkhead straight plug into our expansive automotive portfolio. This connector is designed to accommodate the industry-standard RG-174 cable type which offers excellent signal integrity and low loss, and is optimal for outdoor use. This FAKRA plug is available in the universal…
KYOCERA AVX expands wire-to-wire connector range with waterproof option
KYOCERA AVX has released the new 9289-000 Series waterproof wire-to-wire connectors. These connectors are designed for IP67 connections in industrial, transportation, commercial, and consumer electronics applications. The 9289-000 Series are single-piece, three-position waterproof wire-to-wire connectors. They are the sixth poke-home wire-to-wire connector series in the KYOCERA AVX portfolio and the first to be waterproof. These connectors are…
CUI Devices releases color-coded screwless terminal blocks for easy wire termination
CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group announced a new range of single-position terminal blocks with blue, green, red, white, and yellow color options that can be intermixed to create color-coded wire connections. The TBL-0014-750, TBL-0015-750, TBL-0016-1000 series are screwless terminal blocks featuring either a push-in spring or lever-actuated connection style for simplified wire termination, pitches of 7.50…