W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. announces the new Gore fiber optic cables, 1.8 mm Simplex with high impact-resistance for extreme defense aircraft environments. This version is proven to exceed new stringent JN1177 and EN4641-301 industry standards for more durability while maintaining high-bandwidth data and video transmission on 10-Gb avionics networks. With a unique buffering […]
Fischer Connectors’ Freedom series continues to garner awards
The Fischer Freedom technology platform launched in June 2018 by Fischer Connectors, continues to gain international recognition among the company’s peers throughout the electronics world. Within a single year, the Fischer LP360 connector — the first product of the technology platform — has won two “Best Product of the Year” awards in 2019, and two […]
New VAL-U-LOK connectors increase current ratings to 13 A
TE Connectivity has introduced an extension of its VAL-U-LOK connector product line that increases the maximum current rating from 9 to 13 A in the broadly accepted 4.2-mm centerline spacing connector system. TE’s new 13A VAL-U-LOK connectors support high current requirements for wire-to-board and wire-to-wire connections in a wide range of applications where power must […]
Expanded solder cup lineup is designed for wire termination applications
Mill-Max Mfg., Corp. presents new solder cup products delivering the most versatile array of solutions for your wire termination needs. New options are available to choose from in connectors and discrete terminals suitable for a variety of spacing, height and orientation requirements. Solder cup components simplify the task of making wired connections between PCBs or […]
Work with stronger joints and lighter materials
by Mary C. Gannon, Senior Editor Enable consistent, strong and more efficient structures with friction stir welding. Traditionally, joining two separate pieces of metal requires a filler material, usually an alloy different from the base metal. For example, MIG and TIG welding is most common in the aluminum extrusion industry, but in some cases, adding…
Two-part Production Simplifies Medical Designs
by Mary C. Gannon, Senior Editor Two years ago, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions purchased a liquid silicone company headquartered in Switzerland, which provided silicone extrusion and silicone molding, all in a clean room facility. The facility in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland and another in Northborough, Mass., allows the company to manufacture and design two-part Liquid Silicone…
Locking thread fastener improves hybrid battery life
As the federal government is set to nearly double car and light-duty truck fuel economy standards to the equivalent of 54.5 mpg by 2025, electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle technology will play a vital role—if lingering battery life and overheating issues can be resolved. Battery packs on EV and hybrid vehicles only store…