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HDMI connector/cable assembly accelerates display response

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Several HDMI standards are integrated in the Adam Tech high speed HDMI 2.1 connector/cable assembly, available from Omni Pro Electronics. The distributor is a New Yorker Electronics company. The assembly provides uncompressed 8K video with HDR, and support bandwidth speeds up to 48Gbps. In addition to support for 4K video, the assembly has eARC (enhanced audio return channel), VRR (variable refresh ...

TME adds Cat 8.2 Ethernet cables by Digitus

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Cabling by Digitus  which meets Category 8.2 for IT centres are now available from Transfer Multisort Elektronik (TME) The Digitus DK-1843 cabling (pictured) is constructed with a tin copper wire braid and twisted pairs of conductors, each covered with an aluminium-covered polyester film (AL-PET) shielding, all encased in a polyethylene sheath. They exhibit mechanical durability and high immunity to external ...

Short version of binder’s M16 series 423 aimed at space-critical applications

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Binder, the circular connector specialist, has released short versions of its M16 series 423, aimed at use in space-critical applications, including harsh conditions. The shieldable circular connectors with screw locking that meet the IP67 acquirements when mated are suitable for typical, interference-prone industrial environments, says the company. With a length of approximately 47 mm, they are available as 2-pin to ...

Smiths launches blind-mate optical interconnect system

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Smiths Interconnect has launched its LightCONEX optical plug-in and backplane module connectors compatible with the VITA 66.5 draft standard and aligned with the SOSATM Technical Standard for VPX systems within rugged embedded computing applications and sensor systems. The Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSATM) Consortium is developing a common framework for transitioning sensor systems to an open systems architecture, based on ...

UK made: Powell stocks Glenair shrink boots and sleeves

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Powell Electronics is stocking Full Nelson heat shrink boots and AutoShrink cold-action shrink boots and sleeves from Glenair in Dublin for short lead times across Europe. Operation temperature is -75 to 175°C for heat shrink boots, and -65 to 300°C for cold-action shrink boots and sleeves. Both product ranges are lightweight and flexible, and neither require back-shells or break-out adapters. ...

Docking connector copes with 2mm of misalignment

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German connector maker ODU has introduced a modular connector for docking systems that can handle ±4mm of radial play to allow for misalignment. 1mm of axial compensation is also available, as is optional grounding up to 10mm2. Called P4+, and part of its Silver-Line product family, the frame “ensures a durable interface for at least 100,000 mating cycles”, according to ...

Binder adds Ethernet connectivity for sensors in confined spaces

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Binder is adding to its 818 product series with connectors using D-coding in the M8 form factor, for space-saving miniaturised sensors in Ethernet applications. With a third less space required than for M12, the 4-pin connectors enable the network connection of small actuators and sensors with data rates of up to 100 Mbit/s. Industrial Specifically, they are aimed at Industrial ...

3A 5way IPx7 connector can absorb misalignment

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Yokowo has developed a waterproof blade and receptacle connector with floating contacts to absorb mating misalignment, vibration or shock. Spring-loaded dual-beam contacts absorb contact displacement – 0.3mm laterally (left-right in the photo insert), for example. The base of the connector is ~22mm long (including small tags). Contacts are rated at 3A with 50mΩ contact resistance and a life of 2,000 mating cycles. Waterproofness ...

Elektra Awards 2021 – Passive and Electromechanical Product of the Year

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Winner Harwin – Kona connector series   The high-reliability connectors are designed to withstand testing environments and conditions. They are offered in two, three or four single row configurations for vertical cable to board use. The compact connectors are vibration and shock-resistant. They are designed to combine robust construction and elevated current-carrying capacity with each contact handling 60A. They are ...

Tough compact connectors for USB 3, HDMI, Ethernet and more

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For higher pin-count busses, Fischer has added a larger connector to its MiniMax Series of miniature rugged high-reliability connectors. The connector has a 14mm diameter body (Fischer size 10) and comes in two versions so far: 12 signal and power contacts offering USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbit/s, 1m) and up to 8A, for high-speed intercom boxes and next-generation hubs 30 ...