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Securing electronic components became increasingly challenging in 2020 due to global lockdowns in response to the pandemic. While other industries felt the immediate impact across their supply chains, aerospace did not. The delayed impact to the aerospace industry could be credited to the buffer stock supply management method companies employed. All three segments of the aerospace industry – consumer, commercial…

Metcase has invested a six-figure sum in three new CNC punching, forming and milling machines for creating the next generation of standard and customised 19in rack cases, 19in mini-racks, desktop and portable instrument enclosures. Metcase’s marketing director, Robert Cox, said: “This significant investment in new technology ensures we remain at the forefront in the design and manufacture of leading-edge metal…

In this article, NewPower Worldwide explores the underlying problems causing the semiconductor shortage and estimates the market will remain constrained well into 2023. Did you know semiconductors are the world’s fourth most-traded product, trailing only crude oil, motor vehicle parts and refined oil. As semiconductor demand soars and the most significant shortage of our lifetime unfolds, the biggest question in…

Review Display Systems has introduced a USB monitor and control interface board which features a range of I/O ports which can be controlled and monitored using a single USB serial interface. Applications include embedded systems, IoT and stand-alone equipment for controlling and monitoring external hardware such as relays, smart sensors, actuators, lighting and motors. The board features a 16-bit TI…

In this article, Supplyframe highlights new analysis suggesting that commodity shortages and cost increases will persist into the first half of 2023. New data from Supplyframe paints a grim picture of current and expected conditions in the electronics supply chain, where commodity supply tightness and cost inflation are impacting most inputs across categories. Continuing category challenges at the beginning of…

Rosenberger HFM High Speed FAKRA-Mini is described as the best performing system of mini-coax connectors for the automotive industry. The coaxial connector system can be applied for frequencies up to 20GHz, while the intelligent modular system ensures fast transmission of high data rates up to 28Gbps. The small dimensions enable space savings of up to 80 per cent compared to…

TTI’s director of Transportation Business Unit marketing, Gabe Osorio, analyzes transport electrification trends that manufacturers will want to follow throughout 2022. About three per cent of US vehicles are part of a fleet but fleet technology trends can have an outsized impact on the entire transportation sector due to regulations and scale of operations, according to a 2021 Rocky Mountain…

Lemo has expanded its field-proven M series portfolio with new configurations for high power requirements. The new connectors combine robust, light and compact M series bodies with new gold-plated high power contacts. Accommodating cables from 10 (AWG 8) to 50mm² (AWG 1), the connectors come in various unipole and multipole configurations for single and three-phase requirements. These new configurations were…

Flex Power Modules has introduced an enhanced version of its BMR350 non-isolated quarter-brick DC/DC bus converter, the BMR350 x250/531. Continuous power rating has been increased from 860 to 1,300W, with a peak power capability of 1,700W. The product maintains the same footprint (58.4 by 36.8 by 12mm) and has the same input range of 40 to 60VDC (80V/100ms). Output is…

The new HiperLCS-2 chipset brings Power Integrations’ 600V FREDFETs and magneto-inductive FluxLink technology to the LLC topology. The company states the result is 98 per cent efficiency and a 40 per cent component-count reduction in LLC resonant power converters up to 250W, eliminating bulky heatsinks or unreliable optocouplers. One half of the dual-chip solution is the HiperLCS2-HB half-bridge power device…

Securing electronic components became increasingly challenging in 2020 due to global lockdowns in response to the pandemic. While other industries felt the immediate impact across their supply chains, aerospace did not. The delayed impact to the aerospace industry could be credited to the buffer stock supply management method companies employed. All three segments of the aerospace industry – consumer, commercial…

Flex Power Modules has grown its PKU-D series of low-profile sixteenth-brick DC-DC converters with the PKU3913D, a 100W rated part with extended input range down to 30V and regulated output of 12V/8.3A. Intended application is nominal inputs of 48V or 54V with possible long cable lengths and consequent voltage drops such as microwave radio links. The low input drop-out voltage…

Sager Electronics explains how long-term planning, good communication and partnerships with authorized distributors help when sourcing power supplies. AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies are complex and typically have hundreds of components on a BoM. Given their intricacies, sourcing power supplies has always had a degree of complexity but the current environment has made it more challenging. Three key factors have…

Flip Electronics’ president, Bill Bradford, reveals how the company helped overcome an obsolescence problem, saving a subcontractor over $3.2M and 14-months in redesigns. Obsolescence plagues the semiconductor industry. It costs billions of dollars as manufacturers routinely transition to new technologies and end the life of mature product families and devices. Solving obsolescence is a growing problem for military, aerospace, medical…

Traco Power has announced its new TPI 50-AJ series of 50W high-density AC/DC power supplies available in 3.00 by 1.50 by 1.20in open frame packages for a range of industrial and ITE applications where reliability is critical and space is limited. Specifications include: peak power up to 70W (5s); I/O reinforced isolation 3,000VAC; -40 to 60°C full-load operation (natural convection);…

With the new Thermomark E Series product family, Phoenix Contact is providing a new solution for simple and efficient industrial identification. For the first time, the system automatically combines the printing and application of markings in one process step, thus achieving time savings of 60 percent compared with carrying out the work steps manually. The modular system consists of standard thermal transfer…

However, slower overall economic growth, inflation and continuing shortages for some components could weaken sales growth later in the year. High-service distributors that focus on engineering say sales were strong in the first quarter of the year but are concerned that slower economic growth, continuing inflation, downward movement of the stock market and the war in Ukraine may impact business…

The HiperPFS-5 family of power-factor-correction ICs incorporates a 750V PowiGaN gallium-nitride switch. With efficiency up to 98.3 per cent, the new ICs deliver up to 240W with no heatsinks and can achieve a power factor of better than 0.98. These quasi-resonant PFC ICs help engineers create fast, small and versatile high-power USB PD chargers. They also suit TVs, game consoles,…

Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, today announced its summer sale on select McDry models. The company has brought in many popular models to meet demand and is offering a discount for a limited time. McDry cabinets are the first desiccant based drying systems especially built for electronics assemblers and introduced in the…

Renesas has expanded its environmental sensor portfolio with its first family of thermopile-based detectors with integrated optical filters for optical (NDIR) CO₂ sensors. The four new single and dual-channel analog detectors are designed for use in industrial, medical and IoT applications that require reliability, accuracy and operation in high temperatures. Renesas’ senior director Sensing Solutions, IoT and Infrastructure Business Unit,…

As Rochester Electronics explains, when sourcing elusive components it’s important to understand the difference between AS6496 and AS6171/4 sources. Recent supply issues have undermined normal delivery certainties. Covid-related manufacturing problems, shipping disruptions and even natural disasters have led to supply chain uncertainty and lengthening lead times. Component discontinuation notices have risen by 15 per cent over the same period, as…

NXP Semiconductors has announced a new device in its EdgeLock secure authenticator family, designed to help ensure security across multiple standards in various IoT ecosystems. The EdgeLock A5000 is a scalable solution for authentication applications including IoT, smart city infrastructure and connected industrial equipment. Authentication verifies device identities during secure communication, assessing whether data comes from trustworthy sources; checking authenticity…

Fusion Worldwide explains how an intelligence-led, proactive approach to obsolescence management helps manufacturers shield themselves from supply chain challenges. Obsolescence is an inherent side effect of various supply chain challenges, with end-of-life and last-time-buy notices common across the electronic component space. Most recently, the pandemic put a magnifying glass on underlying acute and systemic root causes of component obsolescence. It…

Just over two years after the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the electronic components supply chain is settling into a “new normal” rhythm, coping with COVID-19 variants, high customer demand, shipping snarls and tight supply. New disruptions like COVID lockdowns, extreme weather events and armed conflicts continue to cause global ripple effects, but as a whole, the supply chain has…

In this article, Smith uses its own experience to demonstrate how a systems-based approach to quality ensures people, products and services meet the highest standards Quality begins long before components enter Smith’s facilities. A supplier screening process includes a review and audit of their physical location, financial status, trade references, certifications, quality management systems and more. Each supplier is formally…

Nexperia has launched a portfolio of application specific MOSFETs (ASFETs) for automobile airbag applications, headlining with the BUK9M20-60EL single N-channel 60V, 13mOhm logic level MOSFET in LFPAK33 packaging. The device uses Nexperia’s new enhanced safe operating area (SOA) technology which has been tailored to provide exceptional transient linear mode performance, a key performance metric in airbag applications. It achieves this…

Arch® Systems, the leading provider of machine data and analytics for electronics assembly operations, today announced the appointment of Benjamin Freeman to Vice President of Engineering. The company is in an active hiring phase as a result of significant growth. An experienced, driven R&D leader, Freeman has a track record for growing great concepts into great businesses. He specializes in…

Heraeus Electronics today announced that it will hold a free WelcoTM LED Solder Paste Webinar on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 3 a.m. EDT. The new webinar is entitled, “Enabling Mini and Micro LED using Heraeus Electronics LED series solder paste.” Consumers demand superb displays. Highest contrast, lowest energy consumption and flexible dimming are just some of the criteria they…

STI Electronics, Inc., a full-service organization including engineering, contract manufacturing and training services, announces Roger Hammonds’ 15-year anniversary. Hammonds’ anniversary was celebrated with a cake that he graciously shared with all of his colleagues at STI. In recognition of this significant milestone, David Raby, President/CEO, presented Hammonds with a certificate in appreciation of his 15 years of dedicated service. As…

Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, is pleased to announce that implementation of its Sawa Eco-Roll SC-ER360 wiper roll cleaner may provide a 50 percent reduction in costs. The Sawa Eco-Roll eliminates waste and saves money by reusing wiper rolls for printing machines. The SC-ER360 cleans wiper rolls in just 20 minutes and…

Mouser Electronics is stocking the Xensiv PAS CO² carbon dioxide sensor from Infineon Technologies. Based on photoacoustic spectroscopy (PAS), the sensor uses a MEMS microphone to detect the pressure change generated by CO² molecules within the sensor cavity. The company states the result is a miniaturised sensor that offers space savings of more than 75 per cent in end products…

ECIA’s Robin Gray explains how blanks, clones and remanufacturing introduce risk into purchasers’ electronic component supply chains When electronic component shortages prevent manufacturers from meeting their customers’ needs, the temptation to buy components from unauthorized channels increases exponentially. We are currently in such a crisis. Furthermore, the component counterfeiting landscape has changed. Anti-counterfeiting efforts by ECIA, the industry, government and…

Galco Industrial Electronics has opened a new distribution center in Madison Heights, Mich. Galco president and CEO, Allison Sabia, said: “In 2021 Galco experienced massive growth while combatting continuous supply chain issues and delays. Our new warehouse will allow us to find solutions to these disruptions by stocking a broader selection of products and getting them to our customers more…

Digi-Key Electronics now offers Google Pay and Apple Pay during the checkout process in most major markets globally. The company states it is the first high service electronic component distributor to offer the digital payment methods.  With the addition of these two digital payment methods, Digi-Key offers a range of payment methods including most major debit and credit cards, PayPal…

ASC International, a leading manufacturer of 3D solder paste inspection (SPI) and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems, is pleased to announce that the LineMaster Fusion 3D takes inline SPI to a new level with its unmatched price to performance value proposition. The Fusion 3D provides all of the required features for high-speed inline 3D solder paste inspection at an amazingly…

Mouser Electronics is now stocking ams Osram’s AS5172E high-resolution magnetic position sensor. With AEC-Q100 Grade 1-qualified construction, the sensor offers durable performance for automotive applications including brake and gas pedals, fuel-level measurement systems, steering angle sensors and contactless potentiometers. The sensor is designed to provide an accurate angular position measurement by determining the orthogonal component of the magnetic flux density…

Farnell is now stocking Bourns’ IsoMOV protectors. Applications for these overvoltage protectors include electric vehicle charging systems; industrial power supplies; power line communications; high-speed information; and communication technology (ICT) equipment.  The integrated GDT and MOV hybrid design provides a solution designed to solve MOV failure issues while delivering enhanced surge performance, operational life and reliability.   The company states users…

Innoscience Technology has signed a global distribution agreement with WPG Holdings, giving customers access to Innoscience’s high and low voltage normally-off GaN HEMTs. Innoscience Europe’s general manager, Dr Denis Marcon, said: “Our aim is to ensure that every power electronics designer—no matter where they are based—can benefit from the efficiency, power and size advantages that GaN technology brings. That is…

EBV Elektronik has signed a new EMEA distribution franchise agreement with AI chipmaker Hailo. Hailo offers a range of AI accelerators including the innovative Hailo-8 AI processor and its M.2 and Mini PCIe AI acceleration modules. The Hailo-8 features up to 26 tera operations per second (TOPS) at a typical power consumption of 2.5W.  Hailo’s solutions connect to board-level platforms…

Sager Electronics has added Murata’s micro battery products to its portfolio. Murata Electronics’ manager business development Connectivity Business Unit, Ismeet Chadha, said: “With decades of technology development and manufacturing expertise, Murata offers a wide range of coin manganese dioxide lithium, silver oxide and alkaline manganese micro batteries with high performance and reliability. Building on our strong relationship with Sager, we…

A new HMS Anybus adapter board, available from Rutronik, enables communication with established fieldbus systems and industrial ethernet networks. Using secure communication standards such as OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) and Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), plus integrated websites, FTP and socket interface access, the board offers an entry to IIoT. Security features include packet storm resistance, server/client certificates and…

Recom’s E-K series has been expanded with the 20W RAC20E-K/277 AC/DC converter. Features include OVCIII rating up to 2000m altitude (OVCII up to 5000 m) and an operating temperature range of -40 to 90°C with derating, suiting the device to harsh environment applications such as auxiliary power supplies in roadside EV chargers, industrial environments and test and measurement. Household applications…

RFX Group has agreed a global distribution agreement with Digi-Key Electronics which will sell RFX’s full range of precision low phase noise OCXOs and PLL oscillators.  A previous recipient of a Queen’s Award for Innovation, RFX’s products are used in applications including GPS satellite navigation systems, satellite positioning systems, mobile telephone base stations, system networks including ATM, SDH, STM, Sonet,…

PEI-Genesis’ European director of product and purchasing, Shaun Findley, explores the evolution of HDMI connectors and how they can be used in harsh environments while maintaining operational performance. Using high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) connectors to transmit audio and video data at high speeds is the basis of modern entertainment and communications equipment. However, this technology is rapidly moving beyond TVs…

Frequency control specialist, Euroquartz has launched a new range of UK manufactured surface mount voltage-controlled crystal oscillators (VCXO) offering high frequency outputs with ultra-low phase jitter performance. The new EG_JF series offers frequencies from 15 to 2100MHz for CMOS, LVPECL, LVDS and CML differential outputs and 15 to 700MHz for HCSL differential outputs. A major advantage of these components is…

Farnell’s regional sales director Northern Europe, Mathew Thorpe, explains how forensic planning and preparation lay the groundwork for reliable supply in volatile markets.   While the electronics industry was worried about Brexit, the effects on supply chains was minimal. The Coronavirus pandemic was a different story. The sector was hit by: a worldwide semiconductor shortage; increased logistics costs through higher shipping…

In this article, Vision Engineering’s Sarah Eagles introduces the benefits of microscope-based inspection, from component goods-in to dispatch of finished PCB assemblies. Visual inspection is an essential tool in the inspector’s toolbox, with visual comparisons against a ‘golden board’ extremely useful. The simplest form of MVI is the naked eye. However, this is only likely to identify obvious defects, particularly…

Fineline VAR’s technical manager, Grant Main, explains how early collaboration between PCB supplier and customer lays the foundation for commercial advantage. Every application is different and the design determines the execution. A product’s design and technology are usually determined by an OEM before they start talking to their PCB supplier. It is advisable to talk to a PCB provider before…

As component purchasing departments continue to face sourcing headwinds, independent distributors offer a solution to accessing previously untapped supply lines. With long lead times, obsolescence and limited component availability all impacting the supply chain, purchasing professionals have been challenged over the last 12-months. 2021 witnessed surging technology deployments including 5G, electric vehicles, medical and consumer products. Couple this with increasing…

PCB materials, costs and supply chain—a perspective by Cambridge Circuit Company’s managing director, Mark Sanford. With energy prices, interest rates and inflation all rising, everyone is facing a challenging economic climate and the PCB sector is not immune. Successive price increases for copper, glass yarn, resins and aluminium mean the PCB industry became savvier regarding forecasting demand, thus minimising cost increases…

TTI’s general manager of its Houston, Texas branch, Jim McNiel examines the state of the market for harsh environment components in oil and gas exploration. Oil and gas is heading into a multi-year ‘up cycle’ after the longest period of underinvestment in the industry’s history. Instead of putting money back into equipment, stakeholders wanted quicker investment returns. Those business objectives…

DK-Daleba’s business development manager, Tony Hawkins, explains how the many benefits of rigid-flex and flex PCBs are driving global growth. Engineers are turning to flex and flex-rigid to help solve design issues that would be presented with standard rigid PCBs. Benefits include weight reduction, higher signal speeds and increased reliability in high vibration or harsh environments. These boards also offer…

PEI-Genesis’ country sales manager, Angelo Meriggi, introduces buyers to the requirements behind home healthcare medical connectors. The pressure caused by the Coronavirus pandemic has created a space where remote treatment can thrive, meaning patients with disorders like diabetes and abnormal blood pressure can now receive reliable healthcare at home. Remote patient monitoring often frees time for healthcare providers and their…

Medical electrical equipment must not place patients or staff in danger. Schurter steps buyers through some of the safety related considerations.  Medical devices connected by a detachable power cord must meet the requirements of IEC60320. It is also recommended to protect against unintentionally removing the plug from the socket. For example, with Schurter’s V-Lock cord retaining solution the power socket…

Falcon Electronics’ quality manager, Susan Bocci, explains how regular audits underpin purchasing confidence in the high reliability component distribution channels. AMS (aerospace, military and space) companies will perform annual audits, assessments and/or spot checks throughout the year. These audits are not contract based and are usually performed by a quality engineer or manager to confirm the distributor/authorised supplier is compliant…

Designed for consumer electronics applications, including tablets, robotic appliances, and power tools. Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, announced the new ITV4030, a series of 22 amp, three-terminal, surface-mountable Li-ion battery protectors. These 4.0 x 3.0 mm devices protect battery packs against overcurrent and overcharging (overvoltage) conditions. The innovative design uses…

Tethered drone technology provides insight into the evolving bills-of-materials for new generations of flying machines. A Japanese engineering company, Fukaden Corporation, is enabling humanitarian efforts by providing power for mobile communication base stations designed into their tethered drones. These lightweight, portable drones can be deployed by first responders to deliver near-instant communication capabilities. Fukaden has demonstrated its Power Control BOX…

TTI’s vice president military/aerospace segment, Gia Hayes, presents factors manufacturers should prepare for during post-pandemic disruption and growth. These are unprecedented times for commercial spaceflight. In addition to highly-publicized flights of SpaceX, Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic, smaller firms are striving to gain market share, including small-satellite launch provider Rocket Lab and launch vehicle company Astra Space. At the same…

ODU-UK Ltd are pleased to be returning to the Electronic Component Show on Thurs May 19th at the Kassam Stadium, Oxford. Jason Laver will be manning the stand and has several new products to demonstrate, such as: The ODU AMC® Series T connectors The ‘T’ stands for three locking plug variants, each fitting the same receptacle, allowing a standard bulkhead…

Rochester Electronics explores the impact of market conditions on the military and aerospace supply chain, the long-term consequences and best practices to mitigate risk. The extent of capacity issues in the semiconductor market first became clear as the world started emerging from the worst effects of the pandemic 15-months ago. The automotive market with its just-in-time, minimal stock, high volume…

On January 29, 1886, German mechanical engineer, Carl Benz, applied for a patent for his invention, a vehicle powered by a gas engine, becoming the first of many automobiles this civilization was fated to innovate. The Benz patented three-wheeled motor car with a single cylinder and topped at a measly 10 miles per hour became the blueprint for further developments…

By David Pike on behalf of Mouser Electronics. Choosing connectors for demanding applications is now more important than ever. Sophisticated devices are being deployed into harsh environments as industrial users adopt the latest technologies. Designers need to provide connectivity in the toughest conditions, and many are turning to high reliability solutions. High reliability is the gold standard of the connector…

In this article, EDAC Europe’s sales director, Chrissy Cooper, guides buyers along the tightrope that demands projects are on time and on budget. Staying competitive in today’s marketplace is more than just offering value for money. Long lead times, a fragile global supply chain and a shortage in raw materials have left the interconnect industry needing to adapt to the new…

What is IoT?  The Internet of Things describes the network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies to facilitate an exchange of information with other devices or systems across a network. Today, more and more devices are becoming tagged with a “smart” moniker bringing about the age of connected devices into the 21st century. Appliances, accessories, and…

In this article, IPC highlights new investment in lead-free R&D, while also warning readers that high material and labor costs continue to challenge the sector. The US Senate has approved an FY2022 spending package containing $7.5 million for further lead-free R&D in defense and high-performance applications, sending the measure to President Biden for his expected signature. IPC vice president of…

Compact cartridge fuses save circuit board space in high wattage equipment designs for use in  data centers, telecom, and HVAC applications. Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), a global manufacturer of leading technologies in circuit protection, power control, and sensing, today announced the compact cartridge fuse series available that’s rated at 500Vac/Vdc with current ratings from 40A to 63A and a 10,000A…

Ideal for EV power system applications requiring robust overcurrent protection in harsh environments. Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, today announced the new EV1K Series Fuses, the first Automotive Grade fuse with a rating of 1000 Vdc. They are designed and tested to meet the overcurrent circuit protection needs of the…

Ideal for on-board chargers and power distribution units in electric vehicles (EVs) Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, today announced the new 828 Series High-Voltage Cartridge Fuses, designed and tested to meet the circuit protection needs of compact automotive electronics, specifically Electric Vehicle (EV) applications. These robust fuses are Littelfuse internal…

In this article, Kyocera AVX’s global marketing manager antennas, Carmen Redondo, explains how the company’s new antenna evaluation board reduces time-to-market. Kyocera AVX is launching an evaluation board for testing antenna band switching performance. It comprises standard products including: an embedded, universal broadband, FR4 LTE/LPWA antenna; Ether Switch & Tune chipset for band switching or aperture tuning; battery holder to…

Sanmina Corporation’s SVP and CQO, Anca Thompson and VP medical quality and regulatory affairs, Tim McGinnis, explore the pandemic’s influence on quality procedures. If someone had told manufacturers a few years ago they would have to cope with temporary closure of facilities, travel bans and complex new restrictions once plants were reopened, no one would have believed operations could carry…

As the end of the second quarter of 2022 approaches, one thing is for sure; this chip shortage is seeing the roughest of roads behind it. The world becomes more and more digital by the minute. The demand for chip-driven technology is on a surge. In a report shared by Deloitte, analysts expect the global semiconductor industry to grow by…

Recently, Chip 1 Media spent some time with Ashok Abishek, director of Quantumsoftech, to talk about India’s semiconductor and electronics industry. This article breaks down the points shared during this insightful episode and expounds further on them. Watch the full interview here.  Make in India, Made in India  In 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the “Make in India. Made…

Whenever the highest data rates and fast, interference‐free transmissions are needed, our high‐performance optical technologies deliver quality and stability, serving a wide and demanding range of applications, with a portfolio of solutions including: ■ Expanded Beam technology for harsh environments and high mating cycles. ■ Physical Contact technology for up to 1,000 mating cycles. ■ Fibre only or hybrid versions. ■…

Designed for industrial applications, including factory automation, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), and electric vehicle (EV) wall chargers   Littelfuse, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFUS), an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, announced the new Pxxx0S3N SIDACtor® Protection Thyristor Series, which safeguards exposed interfaces in industrial and ICT applications, including RS-485 data interfaces and AC/DC power supplies. Providing equipment…

Global Connector Technology (GCT), a leading manufacturer of innovative electronic interconnect solutions, today announced a Regional Distribution agreement with Sager Electronics, a leading North American distributor of Interconnect, Power, and Electromechanical products and custom solutions provider. The agreement provides for regional coverage across North America with Sager Electronics offering a wide range of GCT products, including the latest USB, SIM,…

As an alternative to the widely used screw termination, the cage clamp technology enables particularly simple implementation with very little time exposure for customer cable assemblies. Vibration-proof cage clamp variants are available for binder’s M12 connector series 713, 715 and 825. binder, a leading supplier of industrial circular connectors, is offering the field-wireable products of its M12 series 713, 715…

PreScouter’s technical director, Sofiane Boukhalfa and researcher Hakan Basargan, highlight supply chain issues and offer strategies for mitigating the challenges Increased demand from IoT devices, chipsets for electric vehicles and smartphones, among others, led to an all-time semiconductor sales record in 2021. Still, companies are hampered by issues with raw materials provisioning and supply chain bottlenecks, exacerbated by the pandemic….

TTI’s business development manager, Steve Brahosky, discusses the connector technologies that will allow the promises of electrification to become realities The desire to become less fossil-fuel dependent and reduce carbon footprints has led to innovation in e-mobility by private industry, with government initiatives serving as a catalyst. Attention has focused on interconnectivity within the vehicle, particularly high-voltage, high power connectors…

EAO has extended its Series 82 product line with an over-molded option and M12 connector that offers complete front and rear IP67 protection and fast mounting. The over-molded option provides ideal protection for applications in harsh industries and environments, such as the food and beverage industry where alkaline cleaning agents and corrosion can severely impact HMIs. Additionally, external factors in…

In this post, Kyocera AVX’s  global marketing manager antennas, Carmen Redondo, explains how the company’s new antenna evaluation board reduces time-to-market  Kyocera AVX is launching an evaluation board for testing antenna band switching performance. It comprises standard products including: an embedded, universal broadband, FR4 LTE/LPWA antenna; Ether Switch & Tune chipset for band switching or aperture tuning; battery holder to…

The auto industry is facing continuing chip shortages and many tier 1-4 automotive suppliers are turning to distributors for parts and services Distributors report that sales to tier 1-4 automotive suppliers have grown significantly over the last two years as many semiconductors and other components needed by the automotive industry have been in short supply. While chip shortages have contributed…

Sanmina Corporation’s SVP and CQO, Anca Thompson and VP medical quality and regulatory affairs, Tim McGinnis, explore the pandemic’s influence on quality procedures If someone had told manufacturers a few years ago they would have to cope with temporary closure of facilities, travel bans and complex new restrictions once plants were reopened, no one would have believed operations could carry…

Using his own experience planning and integrating a Smart-home, John Denslinger, is looking forward to new device compatibility technology due in 2022 Smart-home • By John Denslinger Forty years in the electronics industry and still fascinated by innovative technology: how great is that? So, when I decided to build a new house in 2021, I knew it had to be…