Connectors / Cables / Terminal Blocks

Amphenol RF: Handle the Heat – New High-Frequency SMA Cable Assemblies on RG-188 Cable for Extreme Temperature Applications
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Amphenol RF: Handle the Heat – New High-Frequency SMA Cable Assemblies on RG-188 Cable for Extreme Temperature Applications

Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce the new SMA to SMA plug RG-188 cable assembly into its extensive cable assembly portfolio. The white colored RG-188 coaxial cable provides a balance of flexibility and performance, making them well-suited for high-frequency signal transmission in space-constrained areas. RG-188 cable resists temperatures of up to 205 °C, is pliable and has increased shielding effectiveness compared to other cable types

Phoenix Contact: BC Housing Expansion
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Phoenix Contact: BC Housing Expansion

Phoenix Contact’s expanded BC modular housing series gives building automation engineers more design flexibility. The family now includes new enclosures with Push-in connection and upper housings in more widths. For the first time, Push-in PCB terminal blocks are available for the BC 17,8 (1 HP). The FKDSO 1,5 and FKDSO 2,5 terminal blocks make it possible to implement future-proof applications with up to 16 positions per module. The coordinated housing and connection system reduces design time for developers. The 3.5- and 5-mm pitch terminal blocks are designed for currents up to 22 A. They come in three and four positions and can easily be combined in a single upper part.

AutomationDirect: New METEcon Multi-Wire Connectors
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AutomationDirect: New METEcon Multi-Wire Connectors

AutomationDirect has added METEcon multi-wire connectors that feature quality and cost-effective inserts and housings. Inserts are available in multiple pole configurations from 2 poles plus ground up to 108 poles plus ground, with screw or crimp termination types and sizes ranging from 26 to 12 AWG, 10 to 80 Amps. METEcon housings are made of die-cast aluminum with a polyester powder finish or self-extinguishing thermoplastic. They are suitable for use in electrical panels, power connections, and other industrial applications.

binder: 570 Series Easy Locking Connector Adapted to Industrial Requirements
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binder: 570 Series Easy Locking Connector Adapted to Industrial Requirements

binder is expanding its portfolio: The Easy Locking Connector (ELC) of the 570 series, originally developed for homecare applications and already proven in many medical applications, is now also available in black. This new color variant is the result of increased demand from the industry. The shock- and vibration-resistant ELC remains available in a 12-pin version.

icotek: KEL-DPFR Multi-Range Cable Entry Plates With Pyramid-Shaped Membranes, for Cables With Diameters up to 28 MM / Up to IP66
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icotek: KEL-DPFR Multi-Range Cable Entry Plates With Pyramid-Shaped Membranes, for Cables With Diameters up to 28 MM / Up to IP66

The KEL-DPFR cable entry plates make it possible to insert several cables with different diameters from 3 to 28 mm and seal them in accordance with up to IP66. A great benefit when the exact cable diameter is not known in advance. Due to the flexibility and unique pyramid shape of the membranes, routing and flexible positioning of rigid cables is much easier compared to using conventional cable glands.

Banner Engineering: Field Wireable Connector with Slide Lock Terminals
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Banner Engineering: Field Wireable Connector with Slide Lock Terminals

Banner’s Field Wireable Connectors with Slide Lock Terminals make connector assembly fast and intuitive. With color-coded terminals and a screwless design, these IP68-rated connectors assemble 3x faster than screw terminals, delivering reliable performance in demanding environments. Simply insert a prepared wire into the matching color-coded terminal and secure it by sliding the lock mechanism into place. No tools. No screws. Just a straightforward, reliable connection with less effort and in less time.

Overcoming Torsion: Cables that Can Withstand Any Twist
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Overcoming Torsion: Cables that Can Withstand Any Twist

Torsion is a particular type of load for cables and wires that requires cables to possess special characteristics. Otherwise, users could be faced with damaged cables and operational disruptions. This article will show you what effects torsion can have on electrical connections and what to pay attention to when selecting torsion-resistant cables.

RS Offers Next-Generation Terminal Blocks from Phoenix Contact
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RS Offers Next-Generation Terminal Blocks from Phoenix Contact

RS now offers Phoenix Contact’s growing line of terminal blocks equipped with its innovative Push-X connection technology, which is tested and proven to facilitate wired connections that are user-friendly, flexible, durable, reliable, repairable, and safe. Connectivity is at the core of all electrical and electronic technologies. But it plays a particularly vital role in facilitating the effective operation of the densely interconnected and automated Industry 4.0 technologies that are essential to overcoming common industrial market challenges, including unplanned downtime, new safety and sustainability demands, and cost constraints.

icotek: MIS | Modular Interface System – Split Cable Entry Frame With Connection for Han 3A / Han 4A Connectors / IP65 / UL Type 12
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icotek: MIS | Modular Interface System – Split Cable Entry Frame With Connection for Han 3A / Han 4A Connectors / IP65 / UL Type 12

The modular interface system (MIS) is a split cable entry for cables with and without connectors in combination with industrial connectors 3A or 4A. An industrial connector of size 3A or 4A can be plugged directly onto the frame. Cables with a diameter of 1 to 15 mm can be routed, sealed and strain relieved in accordance with EN 62444. The cable entry frame consists of a frame (mounting housing for the 3A/4A socket insert), a cover, two screws and a locking element.

Banner Engineering: M12 L-Code Cordsets – High-Power, Compact Cordsets That Deliver Up to 16 Amps Per Pin
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Banner Engineering: M12 L-Code Cordsets – High-Power, Compact Cordsets That Deliver Up to 16 Amps Per Pin

Meet the power demands of modern industrial automation with Banner’s M12 L-Code Cordsets, engineered with larger terminals, pins, and wires to deliver up to 16 amps of pass-through power per pin—four times the capacity of other M12 connectors—while saving 40% more space than traditional 7/8-inch connectors. Available in male, female, and double-ended configurations for organized and efficient wiring, these cordsets deliver the power and performance needed for decentralized I/O and compact motors.

AutomationDirect: Gladiator GPB1 and GPB2 Enclosed Style Terminal Blocks
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AutomationDirect: Gladiator GPB1 and GPB2 Enclosed Style Terminal Blocks

AutomationDirect has added Gladiator GPB1 and GPB2 series enclosed-style terminal blocks to provide a safe and reliable way to connect multiple electrical circuits to a single power source. The GPB1 series terminal blocks are ultra-compact, offering time-saving multiple wire connection options for a variety of control panel applications. The GPB2 series terminal blocks feature a space-saving modular design and an innovative interlocking system for easy multi-pole assembly.

Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: Chem-Gard 250 Multi-Conductor Cable
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Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: Chem-Gard 250 Multi-Conductor Cable

Chem-Gard 250 Multi-Conductor is the latest cable from TPC WIre & Cable designed for control and instrumentation applications. This high-performance cable is engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh chemical environments, setting a new industry benchmark.  The Chem-Gard 250 Multi-Conductor Cable is approximately 40% smaller in diameter than typical SOOW cables, making it an excellent choice for use in areas with restricted space and in conduit.

Molex: Innovative MMCX Power over Coax Solution Ensures Reliable RF Connections and Uninterrupted Power Delivery in Dynamic Environments
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Molex: Innovative MMCX Power over Coax Solution Ensures Reliable RF Connections and Uninterrupted Power Delivery in Dynamic Environments

Molex has recently announced the availability of its new compact MMCX Power over Coax (PoC) solution, which features a patent-pending mating technique to ensure secure and stable connections while maintaining electrical ground continuity. This product innovation is ideally suited for space-constrained applications where reliable RF connections and continuous power delivery are paramount, such as automotive liquid-crystal display (LCD) mirrors, driver monitoring systems or industrial sensors.

CPG Family Pogo Pins Product Line Expansion
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Same Sky: New CPG Family Pogo Pins Product Line Expansion

Same Sky’s Interconnect Group has recently 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 operating forces from 10 up to 125 gf, mid compression operating forces from 15 up to 165 gf, and recommended working heights from 0.5 up to 14.9 mm. These spring loaded pogo pins carry multiple pad layouts and stroke configurations as well as operating temperature ranges from -40 up to 85°C.

Leviton Introduces Two New Steel Tape Armored ADVENTUM Fiber Optic Cables for EMEA, LAC, and APAC – Available in North America
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Leviton Introduces Two New Steel Tape Armored ADVENTUM Fiber Optic Cables for EMEA, LAC, and APAC – Available in North America

Leviton is excited to announce the launch of two ADVENTUM Central Dry Tube cables: Fire Survival and RailSafe Steel Tape Armor. These cables prioritize safety, delivering exceptional fire performance, top-tier efficiency, and a robust return on infrastructure investment for where low smoke or CPR requirements are specified. ADVENTUM Fire Survival is an indoor cable, engineered to ensure critical data transmission during fire emergencies. Meanwhile, ADVENTUM RailSafe cables adhere to comprehensive standards, including the London Underground’s LUL S-1085 specification.

SCHURTER: Green Line – Portfolio Expanded
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SCHURTER: Green Line – Portfolio Expanded

SCHURTER significantly expands its portfolio of “Green Line” connectors. Because wherever you can reduce your CO₂ footprint without compromising on quality, you really should do so. As with the launch of the first series of Green Line products, SCHURTER remains true to its policy of offering a version with plant-based housings for products that are already established on the market. This approach offers customers of these products the great advantage that no redesigns or recertifications are necessary when replacing the old connectors based on fossil raw materials. The SCHURTER Green Line is therefore a 1:1 replacement with all certifications.