Connector Tips

4 days ago | connectortips.com | Rakesh Kumar

When connecting cable assemblies to PCBs, you need more than just a physical connection. These interfaces must meet specific industry standards to deliver minimal performance across different applications. Understanding the right standards for your project is necessary when applying to both consumer electronics and aerospace systems. This FAQ discusses the most common standards for the wire harness-to-PCB interface. Q: What is the IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard, and how do its classes affect connections?

2 weeks ago | connectortips.com | Aharon Etengoff

Many soldier-worn systems integrate advanced sensors and communications technologies into uniforms, helmets, and tactical vests. These technologies rely on rugged, lightweight connectors to link disparate systems, deliver power safely, and ensure reliable data transmission on the battlefield. This article explores the evolution of soldier-worn military technologies and the role of wearable connectors in enabling seamless coordination, real-time communications, and system interoperability.

3 weeks ago | connectortips.com | Redding Traiger

Electronic circuits use zero-ohm jumpers to simplify routing, manufacturability, testing, and enable various design options. Jumpers with higher current capability allow for a smaller jumper chip to be used, which can reduce the space needed for a design. Traditional thick film jumpers handle up to 3 amps, while high-current versions max out at 10 amps. Stackpole’s AEC-compliant HCJ series high-current SMD jumpers deliver up to 70.7 amps of continuous current and handle overloads up to 158 amps.

3 weeks ago | connectortips.com | Redding Traiger

Hirose has developed an automotive wire-to-board connector that meets the GMW3191 standard for low-voltage automotive applications and the ADM-F-0006 vibration test standard to ensure reliability and durability in harsh environments. Featuring a unique contact spring structure for vibration resistance and a rugged center lock that prevents mis-mating, the KM32A Series offers a tensile/pry strength of up to 75N. In addition, the KM32A Series provides heat resistance up to 125°C.

3 weeks ago | connectortips.com | Aharon Etengoff

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) rely on precision electronic components — including specialized connectors and interconnects — to ensure accurate sensing, signal integrity, and reliable data transmission. This article reviews the core functionality of CGMs and highlights the key role of interconnects in these critical medical devices.