GTK UK announces the availability of a new 5.0” transflective IPS TFT display. This TFT both reflects and transmits light in different environmental conditions.

Flexible jumper strips are a mature technology but are still extremely popular with design engineers according to Maciej Gluzniewicz, Connector Specialist at GTK UK.

GTK is now offering mirror technology to coat over the TFT Display screen, giving the appereance of a mirror.

GTK has added 4 new TFT displays with extended operating temperature ranges to its already comprehensive portfolio of display solutions.

GTK has added two new display screen sizes to its Integrated Display Solutions range. The 5” and 10.1” complement the 7” display that is already available. These Integrated Display Solutions come with their own HDMI boards, making them ready to go out of the box, with no additional set up requirements. These displays use IPS technology with high contrast and 85° viewing angles in all directions, and feature a 16.7 million co...

GTK announced the addition of a 3.5” HVGA TFT with an integrated graphics controller on the FPC, enabling users to interface directly with the display eliminating the need for any additional graphics components on their PCB.

GTK has launched a new touchless UI solution that means OEMs can design an interface that does not need direct physical contact by the end user.

  GTK has expanded its range of fine pitch wire to board connectors with new options for discrete wire applications. The new 1.2mm pitch ultra low profile wire to board connector has a mated height of 1.55mm, making it suitable for applications where space is limited; it is also polarised to prevent mismating.

GTK has added the latest generation of Volex power cords, the V-Novus Hybrids, to its product portfolio, with a range that includes cord sets for UK, Europe, North America and China. The V-Novus Hybrid power cords combine ergonomic design with versatility to create slimline, lightweight cord sets that are extremely durable and incorporate a new strain relief design. 

Board-to-board connectors are regarded as ‘core’ connectors in electronic product design, but standard off-the-shelf components are not always right for the application. Frequently, requests for customisaton assume that the easiest way to find the perfect fit is to alter a pin header, with special heights, PCB spacing or void pins. However it is often the PCB receptacle which presents the best opportunity for modification.

E-Paper technology provides a low-cost, flexible display with wide viewing angles and good sunlight readability. It retains the image on the screen without using power, making it suited for a wide range of consumer electronic applications. The GTK range is available in three sizes: 1.54, 2.13 and 2.9” graphic modules. These modules show black text or images on a white background and have an operating temperature range of zero to +50° C.

When OEMs outsource cable assemblies, they are generally very specific about what they require, but further investigation on the part of the cable assembly manufacturer can uncover different opportunities, often saving time and cost in the process.

PMVA (Passive Matrix Vertical Alignment) display technology offers exceptional performance, simple interface options and low tooling costs according to Clive Dickinson, Business Manager for Optoelectronics at GTK UK. TFTs are regarded as the leading display technology but are generally high cost and complex to programme which can extend the product development stage and ultimately the time to market for the finished product.

GTK has recommended the use of thick cover lenses to add extra protection to capacitive touch TFT displays that are being used in harsh environments. These cover lenses can be supplied in thicknesses ranging between 1.1mm through to 8mm and can be added to TFT screen sizes ranging from 2.4” to 15”. In cases where the cover lens glass exceeds 4mm thickness, an industrial capacitive IC controller is required.

Tom Hennessey, Business Manager for cable assemblies at GTK UK, strongly believes the benefit of integrating silicon gaskets into connector and cable assembly designs that are being used in harsh environments should not be underestimated. As, when designing cable assemblies for use in harsh environments where dust, particle or moisture ingress is a concern, many engineers place a great deal of focus on the specification of the connector, the...

A capacitive touchscreen technology has been developed by GTK that, when applied to TFT displays, can be used with thick gloves for applications in harsh environments. The company has offered a range of TFT modules with integral capacitive touchscreens for use in industrial applications for the last three years. Now, with the evolution of the technology, it is possible to fine tune the software so that the displays can be used even when wear...

  Confirming GTK’s commitment to data security and protection, the organisation has been awarded the Cyber Essentials certificate in line with the Government-sponsored scheme to help UK businesses protect themselves against cyber-attacks.

GTK has enhanced its flexible connectivity solutions to include Flat Flexible Cables (FFC). These cables are primarily used to connect two PCBs and are versatile, cost-effective and take up minimum space in OEM equipment. Each end of the flat flexible cable typically has gold plated contacts, which insert directly into an FFC/ ZIF connector that is located on the PCB. This eliminates the need for an additional “cable end” connect...

To support their growing business in Germany, GTK has launched a new German language website. This new, mobile-friendly website provides comprehensive details on the cable assemblies, connectors, optoelectronics and manufacturing solutions that the company provides.

When it comes to custom box build products, an abundance of choices are offered from GTK. The company advocates early involvement with OEMs so that it can help to review a variety of design options and components and help to minimise the overall BOM cost without compromising the quality and design of the finished product.