Cables/Connecting

Yamaichi Electronics has introduced Y-Sol for the complete wiring of PV systems for the first time at the intersolar 2008 trade show in Munich. PV module junction boxes for silicon and thin film modules as well as connector and cables ensure reliable operation of the systems for their entire life as well as their highest possible efficiency level. All products are developed and manufactured in Germany.

HARTING has introduced a new version of its M8 3-pin male connector using the HARAX insulation displacement connection (IDC) fast termination technique.

In order to support the market for LVDS connections for LCD, plasma (PDP) and TFT displays, RS Components has introduced a range of LVDS connector development kits from leading connector manufacture JAE Europe. The kits allow design engineers to produce prototypes within a short time frame without having to outsource cable assembly or invest in crimp tools.

High-reliability connector maker Harwin, has extended its range of high reliability Datamate cable-to-board and cable-to-cable connectors with the addition of two- and three-contact male crimp devices. Datamate L-Tek single row connectors deliver extra design flexibility and are available with various latching options, including friction latch, locking latch and no latch.

Leading hi-rel connector company, ITT Interconnect Solutions has created a corrosion resistant variation of their D-Subminiature product range in response to customer requests for a connector that is able to operate in a highly corrosive environment, while meeting MIL-Spec requirements and JEDEC standards for RoHS compliance. By equipping their D-Sub line of connectors with MIL-Spec “P” grade stainless steel shells and hardware to ensure stri...

10Gbps rack-to-rack copper interconnects of up to 30 metres have been demonstrated by UK chip-maker Phyworks, using technology it originally developed for the optical module market. The equalisation and clock and data recovery (CDR) capabilities of its PHY2060 IC have been successfully applied to active serial copper cable assemblies which are currently being trialled by cable and connector OEMs. The complete 10G assembly achieves error free tr...

Quadrant has introduced to the UK new stainless-steel versions of its Binder Series 713 M12 circular connectors designed to meet the growing demand for applications within the food and beverage industries.

Mouser Electronics has announced it is increasing their offering of PowerCon AC Connectors from Neutrik, a leading provider of professional entertainment connector systems.

HARTING has introduced a new generation of 8-wire cables and cords suitable for Gigabit Ethernet applications. The new cables have been introduced to address industry requirements for higher bandwidths in ‘future proofed’ commercial and industrial networks, while meeting the growing demands to use materials – such as PUR (polyurethane) and FRNC (flame-retardant non-corrosive) – which comply with ‘green’ and fire-protection requirement...

Mouser has announced the expansion of its FCI portfolio to include BURNDY Products from the supplier’s electrical division, FCI Electrical. FCI-BURNDY Products include a complete range of electrical products that cater to the vast power utility sector, including construction, maintenance and repair, public services, and central office.