TE Connectivity (TE), a global provider of connectivity and sensors, has released VPX stacking connectors hat are compliant to the VITA 46 footprint. This connector system allows users to cable off the backplane or plug-in card for rugged, embedded computing applications. Stacking connectors are engineered to perform in environments where small, lightweight, and rugged connectors…
Basic Electronics 06 – Fixed Resistors: wirewound, foil and semiconductor resistors
In the previous article, we discussed composition and film type fixed value resistors. Continuing the discussion on fixed resistors, now let us talk about wirewound, foil and semiconductor type fixed resistors. Wirewound Resistors Wirewound resistors are made by winding a resistive wire around a non-conducting core. The resistive wire is usually made up of an…
TE introduces new IV metal protective connector covers
TE Connectivity (TE), a provider of connectivity and sensors, introduces its new DEUTSCH 38999 series IV metal protective connector covers. TE is one of the first MIL-SPEC-qualified supplier to offer these protective covers, which gives aerospace and defense customers an alternative to more costly commercial versions. TE’s metal protective connector covers protect connectors in their…