Amphenol RF has introduced new non-magnetic SMPM bullet adapters into its extensive adapter portfolio. With its specially engineered design, this adapter is immune to interference from electromagnetic fields, ensuring constant and reliable performance. This adapter is equipped with enhanced signal integrity capabilities and is compatible with the company's non-magnetic SMPM connectors, allowing further design opportunities. Available in lengths from 5.33mm to 13.3mm, this adapter joins the robust catalogue of SMPM board-to-board solutions. The company's non-magnetic SMPM bullet adapters are engineered for MRI, quantum computing, radar systems and GPS applications.

The durable body is made from beryllium copper with 10µin of gold plating over 80µin of white bronze plating, while the contact pin is made from beryllium copper with 30µin of gold plating and 80µin of white bronze plating. This permits the ruggedised PTFE-insulated SMPM adapter to provide dependable, high-frequency performance in harsh environments. These adapters are also obtainable with smooth bore and limited detent compatibility, as detented connectors hold the bullet adapter in place on the board while the smooth bore connector permits for float. The axial misalignment for these adapters is 0.25mm, while the radial misalignment is 3°.

With a 50-Ohm impedance and data transmission rates of up to 65GHz, these non-magnetic SMPM bullet adapters join a robust offering of SMPM adapters and connectors as off-the-shelf solutions.

SV Microwave has released a cutting-edge line of threaded SMPM interconnects, including cable and PCB connectors, adapters, and cable assemblies. These innovative products offer a standard SMPM RF interface, improved with a threaded coupling nut for extra mating captivation.

The company has tailored its Threaded SMPM product line to provide the best of both worlds – compact design and high RF performance in demanding conditions. It offers competitive pricing, further solderless and pre-tinned connectors options, and an expansive product range.

The SMPM interface was developed as a smaller version of the SMP interface to meet the increasing need for RF technology in higher-frequency, higher-density applications while maintaining a small form factor.

Maintaining a secure connection is a key challenge in high-vibration environments, such as space launches or defence aircraft flight conditions. While traditional SMPM push-on designs offer smaller sizes, they often fail to maintain a connection in these extreme conditions. This can lead to loose connections or improper bottoming, negatively affecting RF performance.

Standard threaded connectors, like an SMA, have too large of a footprint to be viable in designs with tight packaging needs. To combat these issues, the company's threaded SMPM interconnects provide a secure, threaded coupling nut that enhances connection reliability and ensures low mating and de-mating force.

While the threaded SMPM is slightly larger than a traditional SMPM due to the coupling nut, it remains significantly smaller than an SMA, making it the ideal fit for high-frequency, small-form-factor applications. With a frequency range of up to 40GHz, these connectors deliver superior performance in compact designs.

These threaded SMPM interconnects are versatile and can be used across various applications, including defence/aerospace, commercial, space, Power Dividers and Combiners.

The company's product line includes PCB and cable connectors, adapters, and cable assemblies available in straight and right-angle orientations, with Ø.047" and Ø.085" cable types to meet various design needs.

After successfully launching its original Threaded SMPM RF Connectors and Adapters line, the company extended the product family to include further PCB connector variations, including solderless and pre-tinned solutions. It recently introduced threaded SMPM RF cable assemblies to provide a complete interconnect solution for demanding environments.

The company delivers competitive pricing and added value, such as a pre-tinned option for applications where gold embrittlement is a concern or solderless options for a quick and easy installation. With the release of our new threaded SMPM interconnects, we provide the ideal solution for environments where performance, compact size, and reliability are paramount.

Choose SV Microwave for a solution that doesn't compromise on quality or performance. Whether you need connectors, cable assemblies, or adapters, we have the products you can trust to meet your high-vibration, high-reliability needs. Check out the entire product line.

The Weald Electronics LMR Series of rack and panel connectors provides a form, fit, and function alternative to the ITW McMurdo Connectors RED Range, which was made obsolete in 2024. Most residual stock of this widely employed connector family has now been consumed, but specialist connector distributor Lane Electronics can maintain supply to existing and new customers with a direct alternative from its sister company, Weald Electronics.

Matching the technical performance and dimensions of the RED Range, the series is a compact but heavy-duty rectangular rack and panel connector system designed to provide a drop-in replacement for the RED Range for Line Removable Units (LRUs) and is especially suited for use in rugged conditions where reliability is crucial and space and accessibility are a premium.

The range offers four connector sizes, providing 8, 16, 24 and 32 ways with low insertion force and polarised blind-mate moulded insulators. Each of the male and female halves of the connector system comprises a combined high-performance Diallyl-Phthalate (DAP) moulded insulator and stainless-steel mounting plate (the ITW McMurdo Connectors RED Range offered DAP and a lower temperature grade Nylon) fitted with gold plated low insertion force blade contacts rated for 500+ operations.

The insulator form has ample polarising and pre-mating features which engage before contacts touch, which makes it ideal for inaccessible applications, and the female half is fitted with floating mounting bushes to improve the self-aligning functionality further. Contact rating is a high 5A continuous across all contacts simultaneously at 100C, and the complete connector assembly meets a climate category of 55/125/56 (-55C to +125C temperature range).

With high-quality materials and excellent current carrying characteristics, this range of connectors delivers reliable connectivity for line-replaceable industrial electronics units such as industrial measurement and configurable automation and robotics.

Hirose has expanded its rugged, space-saving hybrid connector product offering to include an IP67-rated version when mated. Designed for precision motors, industrial automation, and compact equipment, the waterproof MT50WA Series connector combines power, signal, and brake connections into one compact solution, saving space and simplifying assembly.

An ultra-reliable one-touch lever lock mechanism offers easy operation while enhancing connection stability. The secure push-to-lock system is designed for vibration resistance and preventing waterproofing failures in harsh environment conditions.

The MT50WA is commonly used in servo and stepping motor systems in industrial and building automation, as well as office equipment like printers, 3D printers, and copiers. The hybrid connector is certified to meet UL, CSA, and TÜV safety standards for industrial use.

SV Microwave has recently launched a new line of PCB connectors with a brand-new body orientation angled 30° away from the PCB. The body of these connectors has been thoughtfully designed to enhance the electrical performance over their standard surface mount PCB connectors, enabling edge launch-like performance anywhere on the board.

The connectors can be positioned anywhere on the board, allowing closer proximity between components, minimising lossy PCB-based transmission and improving RF performance compared to conventional surface-mount connectors.

The 30° solderless PCB compression mount connectors feature a solderless design and consistent exit geometry across the RF series, delivering easy connector substitution and replacement during the final design stages.

Typical applications include high-speed/frequency component testing and product evaluation boards.

SV Microwave has released a new product line of VITA 67.3 cable assemblies with features designed to minimise strain and insertion loss to support VITA/SOSA testing needs. As VPX embedded computing continues to become more prominent among mil-aero markets, it has become essential to prototype full system designs that demand ruggedised and specialised cable assemblies.

These cable assemblies are also an integral part of our VITA Developer kit, enabling customers to efficiently prototype embedded systems designs for VITA 67 and can now be purchased separately as additional or replacement cables.

Complementary with all VPX Development Chassis, these cable assemblies fit into most SOSA-aligned modules. They can route signals from the chassis slot to an analyser and support series VITA NanoRF, SMPM, and SMPS. Available in longer lengths, 24", these cable assemblies are excellent for prototyping, product development, and testing.

The assemblies support SOSA and CMOSS architecture and provide routes signals from slot to analyser and shortens time-to-market.

Typical applications include mil-aero, embedded system design, field testing, and prototyping.

Amphenol RF has introduced additional pre-configured 2.92mm cable assembly configurations, which feature a 2.92mm connector and the option of an SMP or SMPM connector attached to the opposing end. They are available in pre-configured lengths of 6" (0.15m), 9.84" (0.25m) and 12" (0.3m) on 0.085" conformable cable. Providing ease of installation, conformable cables are a more flexible alternative to less versatile semi-rigid coaxial cable types and are favoured for applications that need low loss. The 2.92mm cable assemblies are excellent for communication, SATCOM, microwave and quantum computing applications.

These assemblies deliver reliable electrical performance up to 40GHz while providing low VSWR. The 2.92mm interface is engineered to mate with SMA and 3.5mm interfaces and provides a passivated stainless steel coupling nut for secure mating. The body is produced from durable gold-plated stainless steel and has a gold-plated beryllium copper contact. The body and female centre contacts of the SMP and SMPM plugs are manufactured with gold-plated beryllium copper. SMP plugs deliver high-frequency performance with a compact size, while SMPM plugs offer similar performance in smaller packages.

Inelco Hunter has announced the extended availability of Amphenol's Amphe-PRB series connectors. The new connectors are a versatile solution for one-, two-, or three-phase applications, housing up to five contacts. The connectors also feature a dedicated ground contact. The series connectors are suited to industries such as alternative energy, telecommunications, and anything powered by electric motors, including EVs and HEVs.

Though durable and reliable, conventional metallic circular connectors often do not meet the economic prerequisites. The series provides an innovative alternative, providing a lightweight thermoplastic design, making it durable and cost-effective. The thermoplastic shell is UL F1-rated for outdoor use, supplying excellent resistance to ultraviolet light, water exposure and immersion. These features make the connectors ideal for usage in challenging environments where ruggedness and reliability are paramount. Created to bridge the gap between performance and cost, the connectors provide an affordable solution without compromising on quality.

Safety is a top priority with the connector, as it is designed to be touch-proof. Its rugged construction ensures durability and the ability to withstand exposure to moisture, supplying an impressive IP67 rating. The series excels in field installations, providing crimp and set screw terminations using standard contacts.

One of its most notable characteristics is the quick positive coupling facilitated by its reverse bayonet design. This feature permits a secure connection that decreases installation time, making ensuring a solid, stable connection in high-vibration environments easier. Also, the connectors are rated to withstand shocks and vibrations up to 15g, which is vital for applications where consistent connectivity is essential, such as in industrial automation and heavy equipment.

The Amphe-PRB series provides an ingress protection rating of IP67, ensuring that the connectors are fully protected from dust and can withstand immersion in up to one metre of water for 30 minutes. This makes the connector an excellent choice for outdoor and harsh environment applications. They are also UV-resistant and meet the UL F1 standard for UV degradation resistance, which is vital for components exposed to outdoor conditions.

Specifications include reverse bayonet couplings, an operating voltage of 600VAC Max, a current rating of 46A to 60A, IP2X touch-proof contacts, and crimp termination. Certifications include UL94-V0; the wire size is 8AWG to 6AWG (8-16mm²).

The GBX 10 Gigabit Tool Changer Ethernet Module was designed to allow smart manufacturing processes to optimize performance and flexibility with timely, accurate communication. The new Ethernet module is designed to provide safe and reliable transmission of high-speed data, signals and fieldbus communication for advanced automation, AI and Industry 4.0 applications. Additional features include plug-and-play M12 8-pin X-code connectors for safe and reliable pass-through of Cat6/Cat6a industrial Ethernet cables, configurable cable exit options between -90°, 0°, and +90° radial positions, handling of up to one million mating cycles, and broad compatibility with ATI standard tool changers, heavy duty tool changers and utility couplers for widespread module standardization.

Fairview Microwave, an Infinite Electronics brand, has announced the launch of its new 1mm test cable assemblies, designed for high-performance test setups needing superior durability and signal integrity.

These assemblies are made with an armoured, ultra-low loss, phase-stable coax cable, in 1mm male-to-male and 1mm male-to-female configurations. They support frequencies up to 110GHz. Also, they provide outstanding phase stability, low insertion loss and rugged crush resistance, making them excellent for long-term, demanding test environments in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace and defence.

The armoured construction of these cables delivers maximum durability, allowing them to withstand mechanical stress, repeated handling and harsh environments. Their crush-resistant design provides enhanced protection against physical damage, making them a dependable choice for long-term use.