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Lane’s Edgecard PCB Connectors Fill The Gap Left By Viking’s ClosureLane Electronics, one of the UK's leading interconnection specialists, has expanded production and assembly of the ITW McMurdo Edgecard PCB connector range. Designers looking for modular edge connectors will no doubt be aware that Viking Interconnection Systems ceased production towards the end of last year depriving Viking customers of a reliable supply of edge connectors, particularly the popular and established VMA series of 0.100in (2.54mm) pitch modular edge connectors. 
Mill-Max SMT Strip Sockets and Pin Headers Make the ConnectionIf you need to create a surface mount interconnect between two printed circuit boards, Mill-Max SMT Strip Sockets and Pin Headers provide the perfect combination for this application. Both the socket receptacle and the header pin feature a round stub-tail termination, providing the benefit of a reduced solder footprint inside the package outline. The .008" floating pin design compensates for the peaks and valleys found in uneven solder paste application on the board surface, promoting good solder joints. 
Press-Fit Compliant Body ReceptaclesMill-Max is pleased to announce the development of a unique, low-profile, compliant body socket receptacle capable of press-fitting in FR-4 mounting holes between .041" - .044" (1,04mm – 1,12mm) in diameter. 
Molex claims industry’s smallest SMT Board-to-Board connectorMolex introduced its SlimStack Board-to-Board series of miniature connectors that have a 0.40mm pitch, 0.70mm mated height and 2.60mm width. The new connectors offer a better combination of overall space savings and reliable electrical contact when compared to similar versions in the marketplace today. 
Mill-Max Receptacles and Pass Through Sockets With Organic Fibre Plug Solder BarrierMill-Max's knock-out-bottom receptacles are discrete sockets for soldering into printed circuit boards. Twelve sizes are now available; ten have carrier tape as standard packaging. Tape packaging is becoming increasingly popular since it permits through-hole components to be placed simultaneously with surface mount parts on pick-'n-place assembly lines. The knock-out-bottom feature enables these sockets to be made short enough to stand upright in a carrier tape pocket. The OFP barrier then permits the sockets to be vacuum picked from the tape prior to placement in a hole in the circuit board. 
New Mill-Max SMT Spring-Loaded Connector ProductsMill-Max is pleased to announce the development of several new SMT Spring-Loaded Connectors. All are offered as discrete contacts and many are available in tape and reel packaging. 
MPE-Garry Raises Power Density on ConnectorsMPE-Garry has released a PCB power connector with an increased power density. These connectors are ideal for board-to-board connection in the solar panel industry. 
Radiall Introduces New Board-to-Board RF Coaxial Interconnect SolutionsRadiall USA, Inc., is proud to introduce its new extensive range of cost effective board-to-board, module-to-module and panel-to-panel RF coaxial interconnect solutions developed for the telecommunications industry. 
Two-Part PCB Connector System From Lane Electronics Suits Demanding Military and Aerospace ApplicationsA two-part PCB connector system from Lane Electronics, one of the UK's leading providers of electrical and electronic interconnection products, has been designed to meet the latest UK and International standards, for use primarily in mil/ aerospace applications from fast jet to gun turret, where high resistance to vibration and extreme reliability are critical. Other applications would be high end engineering where constant exposure to vibration could be an issue that has caused other two-part connectors to fail. 
Yamaichi Electronics - Zero insertion force FFC connector with a 0.5mm pitchYamaichi Electronics now offers a novel flip type ZIF connector for FFC/FPC and thus enlarges its portfolio of board-to-cable connections. The new series HF601 is a zero insertion force FFC connector with a 0.5mm pitch and a minimal height of 2mm, which combines plug security and variability due to a wide range of different pin counts. 
Tyco adds single row headers to VAL-U-LOK connector lineTyco Electronics has expanded its popular VAL-U-LOK connector family with single-row, board-mount headers in both vertical and right-angle configurations. The header assemblies come with pre-loaded contacts and may be installed on the printed circuit board manually or automatically using robotic equipment. All housings are polarized for easier mating, and locking latches help maintain reliable connections. 
2.5mm pitch pcb connectors from CamdenCamden Electronics has launched a new range of 2.5mm pitch PCB connectors designed for use in heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) control applications. The new CTH/CTM600 series connectors provide fast and easy interconnection between a printed circuit board and cables. Polarised to avoid mismating, they are ideal for use in boilers and boiler controllers, air conditioning and similar heating/ventilating systems. 
AVX Claims Industry’s Smallest 0.4mm Pitch Board-to-Board ConnectorAVX has developed what it says is the industry's smallest 0.4mm pitch board-to-board connector series. Designated the 5802 Series, the low-profile connectors feature an ultra-slim form factor of 0.8mm stacking height and 3.2mm width, including tails. The 10-to 60-position connector family has an innovative design that does not compromise reliability or performance. 
New PCB power connector from Tyco ElectronicsTyco's new Stacked ICCON power connector increases power densities in high-end data and telecommunications equipment. With a current-carrying capacity of 50 amps in a compact footprint, the Stacked ICCON connector provides a quick-connect/disconnect function for space constrained motherboard-daughterboard, cable-board and board-bus bar power delivery applications. The stacked configuration provides two ports vertically stacked to preserve real estate on the board. 
Tyco's connector brings power to LEDsThis SMT thru-board connector from Tyco provides a means to bring power from the underside of an FR4 or aluminium-clad pc board, eliminating issues of dressing wires on the top side of LED boards. The 2-position through 6-position connector surface-mounts on the top of the board, passing through the board to present an underside interface. The connector mates with standard Mini CT connectors. The inverted design allows simpler assembly and installation of solid-state LED lighting in architectural, residential, and commercial applications. The Mini CT connector is rated for 3 amps per contact, on 24 AWG wire. 
AVX’s Board-to-Board Connectors Save Board SpaceAVX has developed a series of low-profile board-to-board connectors that feature a small form factor of 3.0mm stacking height with a 0.4mm pitch contact. Designated the 5846 Series, the connectors provide increased board space for high-density power components placed between PCBs. The rugged board-to-board connectors are constructed in a pinched contact structure and feature a fully insulated bottom plate that protects the contacts, making the device highly resistant to vibration, drop shock, and short-circuits in respect to printed tracks on the PCB. 
Tyco releases new card edge power connectorTyco Electronics has announced a high-current, printed-circuit board edge connector with a current rating of 160 amps per linear inch—which represents a 30 percent increase in current density of compared to existing power edge connectors. The SEC-II power connector is an improved version of the existing SEC line, offering improvements in contact design for efficient current transfer and a ventilated housing to keep contacts cool. 
ITT's 100 position MDM PCB connector provides high density signals and EMI shieldingA micro connector which can provide one hundred signals in a lightweight and compact package has been developed by leading hi-rel connector company, ITT Interconnect Solutions. The 100 position 1.27mm (0.050in) pitch MDM PCB connector allows for maximum signal density in applications where board space is restricted due to the number and size of other components. Effective EMI shielding is integrated into the connector by means of special back moulding processes, saving further space and weight on the board. Very short reach signals can be achieved as the interconnect can be terminated to flex circuitry. 
JAE's 0.8mm-pitch board-to-board connectorsRobust 0.8mm-pitch board-to-board connectors from JAE Europe feature a strong mating guide structure suitable for rack and panel mounting, and also employ non-pin-type structure to withstand twists caused by mating. 
MALE edgecard connectors designed to simulate 0.062¨ (1.58 mm) thick daughtercardsIn2Connect UK Ltd has introduced a range of MALE edgecard connectors designed to simulate 0.062¨ (1.58 mm) thick daughtercards. The connectors feature phosphor bronze, gold-plated contact fingers that can eliminate the need for gold plated fingers on the daughtercard. electronica 2008 - JAE Europe - ConnectorsJAE Europe will introduce a 140-way board-to-board PCI Express connector, enabling embedded systems, copiers, medical equipment and other applications to benefit from multi-Gigabit, multi-channel serial communications. 
Low Profile SMT Connector System from Advanced Interconnections CorpThe Mezza-pede 1mm SMT Connectors from Advanced Interconnections Corp. are designed for 1mm pitch micro board-to-board and flex cable-to-board applications. The screw-machined, low profile Mezza-pede Connector system is especially suited for high reliability applications such as providing power to a tunable laser since this connector passes mixed flowing gas (MFG) tests, ensuring continuous performance in the field. 
New connector manufacturing agreement means shorter delivery timesThanks to a manufacturing agreement between Hypertac and Aerco, Hypertac's HPD and HPF printed circuit board connectors are now available from Aerco with a typical lead time of two weeks. 
Micro card edge connector for 1.6 mm PCB applicationsThe new HARTING Micro Card Edge connector is designed for surface mounting on 1.6 mm thick printed circuit boards in board-to-board mezzanine configurations as well as in small pluggable daughterboard applications. 
Complete 2mm PCB connection system from TTITTI, Inc is introducing FCI's new, improved Minitek, now its most complete 2mm PCB connection system ever. This 2.00mm PCB connection system is one of the fastest growing product lines in the industrial, instrumentation, medical, telecom and datacom segments which are realising the benefits of using smaller pitch systems. 
Plug improves reliability of card edge connectionsThe HARTING AdvancedMC plug has been developed to further enhance the contact reliability of the connection of AdvancedMC modules and MicroTCA backplanes. The new connector replaces the card edge and associated gold contact pads of the AdvancedMC module, which can suffer from variable surface quality and unstable tolerances and are expensive to produce. The AdvancedMC Plug, on the other hand, is manufactured using a tightly specified process and offers the highest degree of contact reliability and protection against wear and corrosion. 
SMT connectors for Flexible Printed CircuitsHarwin has released the F08 series of surface mount, 0.8mm pitch connectors for use with Flexible Printed Circuits (FPC) or flat conductor planar cables. Supplied in tubes and tape and reel packaging with two contact variations – horizontal top and horizontal bottom – SMT metal solder-down tabs provide additional strain relief. Available with 4 to 30 contacts, F08 connectors are also zero insertion force devices, simplifying assembly and minimising the risk of damage. 
PCB mount USB connectors deliver data speeds up to 480 Mbit/sOffered in a wide range of configurations, USB 1.1 and 2.0 compliant PCB mount connectors from connector and component manufacturer GTK are capable of fast data transfers with speeds of up to 480 Mbit/s. The connectors are available in A and B series and benefit from a large range of readily available standard cable assemblies. Custom made assemblies are also possible. 
1.27 mm pitch wire-to-board IDT productsTTI, the authorized specialist distributor of passive, connector and electromechanical components offers the Molex Picoflex family of 1.27 mm (0.50 inch) pitch wire-to-board Insulation Displacement Technology (IDT) receptacles, PCB headers and standard ribbon-cable assemblies. This wide range of products delivers a high degree of flexibility and variety for design engineers looking at high-density interconnect applications. 
Ultra-miniature strip connector incorporates hyperboloid contactsHypertac has announced the launch of its ultra-miniature high density RD strip connector for PCB connections. It has been designed for particular use in applications that operate in severe environments such as electronic equipment in aerospace and defence applications. Using the 0.30 mm hyperboloid contact, the high density RD connector is offered in one or two rows with a pitch of 1.27 mm, enabling a contact density up to 60 ways per cm². It is available in either SMT or THT termination type, and is customisable for pick-and-place machines. 
Rectangular PCB connectors save spaceThe new low profile, high density HDLP range of rectangular PCB connectors from Hypertac are designed for use in space-constrained applications that require low mating force, a high number of mating cycles, low and stable contact resistance, and excellent fretting corrosion resistance. With IP67 sealing when mated, the HDLP series is particularly suitable for missile guidance and propulsion systems, ruggedised computer systems, camera or display applications, and communications panels and enclosures. 
SMT board-to-board connectors permit 4.5mm board spacingJAE Europe has introduced the IL-WX series of surface mount board-to-board connectors, permitting 4.5mm board spacing for space-constrained products such as precision instrumentation, office equipment and consumer medical devices. 
Omron shrinks FPC connectorsOmron has further miniaturised its FPC connector portfolio, with the introduction of a new ultra-low profile version that is just 0.5mm thick fully assembled, as well as a solution offering a reduced footprint, based on the smallest ever front-back depth. 
Waterproof Ethernet connectors for IDC and PC mountingBulgin's IP68 Waterproof Ethernet Buccaneer family has been extended with two new panel mount versions. Using standard RJ45 connectors these connectors are now available for PCB mounting and IDC termination. The PX0839/PC is designed for direct PCB mounting. The connector is rear-of panel mounting, which in addition to providing an anchor point for the PCB, also allows assembly and, if necessary, testing before fitting to the panel. The connector is intended for volume applications where speed of construction without costly cabling is essential. 
Harwin supplies custom PCB connection for unusual applicationsManufacturers who find they have problems connecting to a PCB will be interested in a service from high performance interconnect maker, Harwin. The Portsmouth-based company now enables customers who can't find a pin header to suit from its wide range, to specify a device customised to their own needs. 
Small, Robust PC Card Connectors and Cover SetsCannon Express Card 26 pin edge card connectors and cover sets meet the PCMCIA industry's demands for 34mm and 54mm wide modules. Stainless steel cover sets are quick and easy to assemble, and can either be snapped together or ultrasonically welded. With a universal slot design with module formats measuring 5mm deep by just 75mm long, the connectors and cover sets enable both compact ExpressCard/34 and /54 cards to fit in the same aperture, saving component count. This robust design is RoHS compliant and allows up to 10,000 cover set mating cycles. 
Industrial PC Card and Express Card connectors from JAEJAE has introduced two new connectors supporting PC Card and Express Card formats, suitable for use in harsh environments. The new connectors allow users to transfer open-standard removable media conveniently between industrial or ruggedised PCs and office IT equipment. 
New Connector ranges bring advanced desktop interfaces to industrial and embedded PCsJAE is rolling out robust connectors supporting advanced PC interfaces, to allow seamless connection of industrial and embedded PCs into desktop environments. Standards supported include PCI Express, DVI, SD Card, Media Bay and others, featuring tough construction and durable latching mechanisms to withstand harsh usage on factory floors, industrial sites, and in the field. 
5-row Type C female connectorHARTING has added a 5-row Type C female connector to its family of DIN 41612 products, rounding off its range of devices for applications based on the VME64x Bus. The new straight female connector has 160 press-in pins, and complements the HARTING range of VME64x shrouds. 
Low-cost socketing system for high-end ICsExpanding on its 2go range, connector manufacturer GTK has released a low cost IC socketing system in the form of the Turned Pin IC socket. The parts, which are RoHS-compliant, are more reliable than conventional stamped and formed pin sockets due to a more robust contact construction. This is said to enable a safe and cost-effective system for socketing expensive ICs or holding the firmware during the debugging phase of a new design. 
Fine pitch board to board connectors are more versatileHarwin has added to its M50 and M52 1.27mm pitch board to board connector series with the launch of conncectors in various heights from 3.45 to 8.5mm. |
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