
‘Backshells’
An Electronicstalk guide
Start with the news release ITT connector supports electric vehicle charging from ITT Interconnect Solutions, which we summarised at the time by saying "ITT Interconnect Solutions has launched a high-efficiency J1772 connector targeting electric vehicle charging applications. ". Several months prior to that, we featured the news release Lane offers lightning protection for DC to 18GHz from FC Lane Electronics : "Lane Electronics is offering a range of lightning-protection devices for applications in the frequency range DC to 18GHz. ".
In April 2010, we covered the news from FC Lane Electronics - take a look at Lane offers LMF multi-contact bulkhead connectors which says: "Weald Electronics' LMF multi-contact bulkhead circular connectors are suitable for use in exposed environments and are available in a range of shell styles and in three shell sizes. ".
Take a look also at the news release from FC Lane Electronics , Lane offers environmentally friendly coaxial cable, as well as Interconnect system for limited-space applications from Stewart Connector, and Lane releases connectors for military and marines from FC Lane Electronics .
Latest stories...
Nicomatic exhibits at Compamed 2009 event (November 2009)
Nicomatic showcased interconnect solutions and metal dome switching technology for all types of man-machine interface at the recent Compamed international trade fair.
Lane offers mass-terminated IDC connector devices (November 2009)
Lane Electronics has introduced a range of mass-terminated insulation displacement contact (IDC) connectors and mating headers together with a selection of application tooling and accessories.
Molex sealed plugs available in new circuit sizes (October 2009)
Molex has announced that its XRC (Extra Rugged Circular) sealed plugs and receptacles are available in an 18-shell/14-circuit size and 24-shell/31-circuit size.
PEI-Genesis launches connector kit service (September 2009)
PEI-Genesis, an assembling distributor, has launched a connector kit service that enables customers to obtain a multi-contact military connector with the accessories needed to terminate it to a cable.
PEI-Genesis offers Polamco backshells and caps (August 2009)
PEI-Genesis, an assembling distributor, is now stocking Polamco's ranges of connector backshells and protection caps.
Five-pin connector suited for hostile environments (August 2009)
ITT Interconnect Solutions has developed a five-pin connector that is rugged enough to handle the abuse of set-up and tear down of portable power systems and distribution boxes.
Bulgin connectors now offer higher current ratings (August 2009)
Bulgin's range of Standard Buccaneer waterproof connectors now has higher current ratings for two-, three-, four-, six- and seven-pole versions.
Lane offers circular bayonet coupling connectors (August 2009)
Lane Electronics, a connector specialist, has introduced a range of circular bayonet coupling connectors.
Further reading
- PEI-Genesis offers Polamco backshells and caps
PEI-Genesis, an assembling distributor, is now stocking Polamco's ranges of connector backshells and protection caps. - DFM backshells protect cables from interference
ITT Interconnect Solutions has developed a metal backshell series for D-Subminiature connectors, which offers protection from electromagnetic and radio interferences to cable assemblies.

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