Posted on Dec 16, 2021
Switchcraft Conxall has introduced the Insta-Click line of ConX connectors which latch automatically when coupled with the receptacles. To disconnect them twist the spring-loaded wingnut 90 degrees counterclockwise and pull. This eliminates over tightening the coupling ring which can damage the locking mechanism.
Harsh Environment The Con-X® Insta-Click™ series is sealed to IP68 for harsh environments when used with a molded cable assembly.
UV Resistant A special Hi PBT material provides excellent UV resistance for outdoor use and lighting applications. We can mold the connectors onto UV rated cable for a better tailored solution for your application.
Made in the USA Conxall connectors are made in the USA to the high standards that have made Conxall the leading name in harsh environment connectors. Lead time is short, you can speak with engineering during the day time there are few delivery surprises.
Contact Configurations This series of connectors is available in a wide variety of contact sizes and configurations up to 10 pins, including the mixed contact size layouts with power and signal pins in the same connector.
Voltage Rating InstaClick connectors are rated at 300V AC and DC.
Current Rating
13A max for # 16 contacts
7.5A max for #20 contacts
3.0A max for #22 contacts
Refer to website for detailed information
Contact Resistance Gold plating on all the contacts allows a 20 milliohm initial contact resistance rating.
Applications
Outdoor equipment and machinery
Data logging
Security Systems
Safety equipment
Ambulatory medical equipment
Outdoor signs
Indoor Agricultural Lighting
Industrial sensors and controls
Fire protection systems
RVs and recreational equipment
Solar power systems
Cable Assemblies
These connectors can be overmolded right onto the cable for you, increasing the pull-out strength, improving the environmental seal and making the cables tamper-proof. This also improved the manufacturing process by eliminating quality issues associated with in-house cable assembly. Cables are 100% tested and documented.
Switchcraft Conxall, a division of Heico manufactures Harsh Environment connectors and cable assemblies in Chicago, IL. They are vertically integrated giving them full control of quality, timing, materials and variations in the products. Automation allows for their products to be manufactured with consistent quality and competitive pricing. Domestic production provides short lead times for tailored or custom products. Standard products are typically on the shelves of their distributors and are available coast to coast. The centrally located facilities provide low shipping costs and short shipping times as well.
Switchcraft Conxall makes harsh environment circular, data and sensor connectors, cables and custom assemblies. They also manufacture a wide variety of audio connectors, patch panels, breakout cables, video patch bays, panels and cables. The Switchcraft name is derived from their expertise in manufacturing switching jacks, formerly used in telephone switchboards. Established in 1946, Switchcraft became the standard in audio connectivity products and are widely established in the higher end consumer and professional level equipment. Even aircraft crews depend on Switchcraft quality for their communications systems.
Moss Marketing is proud to be associated with Switchcraft since 1948.
Product samples, demonstrations, design assistance and guidance are available from Moss Marketing throughout our territory, including NV, Southern Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Arizona, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. With offices in Lakewood, CO, Salt Lake City, UT and Phoenix, Arizona, Moss Marketing is available to support your design efforts. Please let us know how we can be of service.
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Posted on Apr 13, 2021
Schaffner EMC Whitepaper: EMI Filtering 101: Understanding the Basics
The time it takes to develop and introduce a new product to market can be a major factor in the product’s success: The early bird concept. Delays due to EMI compliance issues along with additional costs of retesting can be very expensive.
Don’t risk stalled production and costly redesigns; learn what you need to know to get filter placement right at the beginning of product development from this guide. Review filter classifications, get layout and configuration tips, and more.
Find the solutions you need in Schaffner's EMI Filtering 101: Understanding the Basics. Read Now!
Posted on Apr 1, 2021
Novastack 35 HDN
High Density board-to-FPC connectors for high-speed data applications
- Narrow depth and low height, fully shielded board-to-FPC connector.
- 0.7mm mated height.
- Ideal for high frequency applications (5G mmWave, USB4 / Thunderbolt 3)
ZenShield™ fully shielded design decreases EMI issue caused by 5G applications
This video says a lot with the graphics. Amazing design, amazing precision, amazing manufacturer.
Applications
• 5G devices
• Enterprise data systems
• High speed data processing
• AI applications
• Robotics
• Vision systems
• Mobile electronics
• Video displays
• Medical imaging
• Scientific instruments
Samples, engineering consultation, application assistance and other support is available now.
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Posted on Mar 18, 2021
Schaffner EMC helps Medical Device manufacturers meet the FCC and CE noise requirements, as well as other world standards. Overcoming EMC/EMI issues and passing EMC testing is the gatekeeper between product design, development, and bringing a product to market. If EMC certification isn’t attained for a product, a company can face serious liability and fines.
Medical device standards like IEC-60601 are necessarily strict, considering the purpose and functions of this equipment. Schaffner’s medical-grade filters, chokes, transformers, and feedthrough components were designed to ensure reliable mitigation of EMI and compliance with medical standards.
Find the solutions you need in Schaffner's EMI Components and Quality Filters for Medical Devices. Read Now!
Posted on Mar 9, 2021
Switchcraft High Amperage Jacks and Plugs
Up to 11 A!
Switchcraft has the highest current carrying DC Input Power Jacks on the market, with over twice the current capacity of the competition. The industry has been limited to 5A for these products because no higher options were available. Now Switchcraft has opened the doors to creative new applications. These small diameter switching jacks and plugs are a great alternative to larger connectors.
Features
IP68 when mated | Molded onto a cable |
Panel mount | Right Angle PC Mount |
PC Mount (through hole) | AC-DC Internal switch |
Sealed or unsealed | Locking or non-locking versions |
Applications
Industrial instruments | Marine Electronics |
Solar Energy Systems | Irrigation Systems |
LED Lighting | Power Supplies |
Outdoor signs | Battery Chargers |
Security Systems | Mobile Electronics |
Laboratory Equipment | Medical Equipment |
Remote sensors | Electrical Tools |
So, what can you do with this?
If your AC plug-in product uses between 5 and 11 Amps, you would be able to remove the power supply from the enclosure or case, downsizing the case. You could likely remove the fan since the power supply won’t be warming things up in there. The UL would come on the wall plug-in power supply already, so you wouldn’t have to deal with those folks much. The time to market would be faster too, plus you would likely have a lower cost overall.Is that revolutionary or what?
Please call us at 303-979-1131 or drop us a note at info@mossmktg.com to discuss your application today.
Switchcraft is a leading supplier of a broad line of components for the audio, video, datacomm, computer, medical, military, industrial, transportation and instrumentation markets. With a basic line of over 5,000 standard products and thousands of variations, they specialize in quick-turn, low-volume, tailored harsh environment products using round, sealed connectors. With an on-site tool room and 3D design capability, they provide the fastest, most efficient response to your project's custom or tailored needs. Switchcraft is in Chicago, IL. Lead times, communication and transportation are better with products manufactured in the USA.
Posted on Feb 24, 2021
We welcome ERNI Connectors to The Moss Marketing family of Electromechanical Solutions. ERNI is a global manufacturer of quality connectors for Automotive, Datacom, Automation, Aerospace, Medical, Instrumentation and Transportation industries.
Solutions include wire to board, wire to wire and board to board, with numerous configurations. They tend to compete in this market with higher performance and smaller size while providing superior service than their competition.
IoT, 5G, Data Centers, Cloud Computing and Hosting, Streaming Video and Gaming applications demand ever increasing speeds, and ERNI accommodates that with 25Gb/s data speeds in their ERmet ZD Pro series 2mm press-fit compliant pin backplane connectors. Microspeed connectors provide 25Gb/s data speeds in through-hole and SMT styles.
ERmet ZD Pro 25Gb/s Microspeed 25Gb/s
ERmetZDpro_ApplicationNote.indd (erni.com) ERNI-MicroSpeed-e.pdf
ERNI manufactures several other types of connectors for discrete wires and ribbon cables which we will highlight over the next couple of months.
Please contact us with any questions or for help with your application.
Info@mossmktg.com
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Posted on Jan 29, 2021
InsulFab, is considered a premier converter of foams, fiberglass and plastics, using a wide array of state-of-the-art cutting and fabrication techniques. The high level of automation provides economical processing of flat materials with consistent quality.
Materials
Adhesives
Fiberglass and High Temp Fiber
Fabrics
Foam/Sponge
Foam-Open Cell
Plastics
Rubber
Specialty Tapes
Thermal Interface Materials
Foils and Shielding materials
Brands
3M | K-Flex |
Adchem | Lydall |
Armacell | Sekisui Voltek |
Concote | Rodgers Corp |
Fujipoly | Sabic |
ITW Formex | Wm. T. Burnett |
Johns Manville Fiberglass | Zote Foam |
Processes |
Solutions |
Laser Cutting | Electrical Insulation |
Water Jet | Thermal Insulation |
Lamination | Acoustic Insulation |
Thermoforming | Thermal Management |
Vacuum Forming | Airflow Management |
Die Cutting | Assembly Adhesives |
Industrial Sewing | EMI/RFI Shielding |
Slitting | Gaskets/ Sealing |
Skiving | Product Protection |
InsulFab is ISO certified to AS9100D to fabricate and distribute foam goods, synthetic rubber products, plastics, foils, fiberglass, adhesives, metals and other materials for use in commercial, aerospace and defense applications.
Applications
Industrial
Gaskets, seals, thermal transfer, acoustic and thermal insulation
Medical
Instrument trays and pads, conductive pads, adhesives, thermal insulation, Acoustic Insulation
Mil/Aero
Thermal and acoustic insulation, formed parts, seals, adhesives, electrical insulation, EMI/RFI Shielding, Airflow
management, Vibration Absorption, kitting
Instruments
EMI/RFI Shielding, thermal management, airflow management, electrical insulation, vibration absorption, packaging,
assembly adhesive, molded panels, mechanical protection, production tools, kitting.
HVAC
Acoustic insulation and blankets, baffles, noise absorption, acoustic barriers, assemblies
Other Materials
Poron, Bisco, rubber, foam, fiberglass insulation, acoustic insulation, thermoform plastics, silicone adhesive, silica blanket, vitreous silicate, ceramic fiber, PTFE, neoprene, PVC, EPDM, polyurethane, polyester, Buna-N, film, foil, tape, aluminum, metal, polycarbonate, polyamide, elastomer, acrylic, Mylar, conductive foams, conductive rubber, conductive silicone, ABS, radiant heat shields.Combined solutions
Many of these materials can be combined to produce specific solutions for your designs, such as an electrical insulator with foil EMI shielding on the other side, or a radiant barrier with shielding. We can combine foams with plastics with adhesives, thermoform plastics, provide a thermal interface material with an environmental seal, etc.Let us explore some possible solutions for your system.