Mechanics & Electromechanics

Products, Materials + Tools | Jan 15, 2015
Nora Lighting Adds New Light Channels to Their Product Portfolio
Nora Lighting Adds New Light Channels to Their Product Portfolio Nora Lighting introduces a new series of LED Tape Light Channels that expand the versatility of the Nora tape light product line. The channels can be recessed or surface mounted in interior walls, hallways and stairways or within railings and ceilings. They can also be mounted under cabinets for energy-saving LED lighting in homes or offices. The channels are available in 4-foot lengths, which can be joined for longer runs. Six models are offered with various channel depths, including a corner model. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Mar 05, 2015
New Connectors for LED Applications with White Insulator
New Connectors for LED Applications with White Insulator New LED technology-based lighting concepts increasingly call for new connectors using an almost white insulator. The normally black insulators absorb a certain amount of light by their very nature. This can lead to a lighting design where a shadow effect may emerge in the connector area. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Mar 12, 2015
AVX Introduces the Lowest Profile Poke-Home Connector
AVX Introduces the Lowest Profile Poke-Home Connector AVX Corporation, a leading manufacturer of passive components and interconnect solutions, has introduced the lowest profile poke-home connector currently available on the market. Featuring its industry-proven 2mm dual beam, high spring-force, phosphor bronze poke-home contacts in a sleek 3.0mm pitch by 2.5mm high SMT package, the new horizontal 9296 Series connector is certified to UL 1977 and CAN/CSA C22.2 specifications, and accepts any combination of 20–26AWG solid or stranded wires, providing quick, reliable, and cost effective wire-to-board termination in a broad range of harsh industrial, commercial, and medical applications. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Mar 20, 2015
TE Connectivity Adds 28x28 mm CoBs to the LUMAWISE LED Holder Series
TE Connectivity Adds 28x28 mm CoBs to the LUMAWISE LED Holder Series TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity,introduced a new addition to its innovative line of LUMAWISE LED holders at the 2015 Strategies in Light exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada. The new, high-performance Z50 28x28 LED holder enables the electrical, thermal, mechanical and optical connectivity of chip on board (COB) LEDs in a fixture with a solderless connection. The LED holder provides quick and easy solderless connection to support various LED brands on one platform. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Apr 07, 2015
Nector M Power System Provides a New Standard for Connecting Various Lighting and Power Requirements
Nector M Power System Provides a New Standard for Connecting Various Lighting and Power Requirements TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectivity, announces its newly enhanced Nector M power system. In addition to meeting IEC 61535 standards, the power system solution is designed to meet the UL 1977 guidelines and just debuted a 5-position splitter that provides power, signal and control connections options for multiple lighting and electrical devices. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | May 08, 2015
TE Connectivity Introduces Wire Connectors for OEM and Installation Markets
TE Connectivity Introduces Wire Connectors for OEM and Installation Markets TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectivity, introduced its Pushgrip wire connectors and Snap-N-Lokwire connectors, expanding its line of general purpose and specialty connectors for building controls, LED lighting and building equipment. The wire connectors address the need for cost-effective, insulated electrical terminations in the OEM assembly and installation markets. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Aug 06, 2015
Molex TermiMate™ One-Circuit Terminal-Style Connector Minimizes LED Shadowing
Molex TermiMate™ One-Circuit Terminal-Style Connector Minimizes LED Shadowing Molex Incorporated introduces the new TermiMate™ one-circuit terminal-style connector system. Designed to minimize the shadowing effect in LED lights and TV backlighting applications, the ultra-low profile TermiMate coplanar board-to-board and wire-to-board connector reduces component and assembly costs for manufacturers. Read more »
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BJB Develops COB Holders for Bridgelux V-Series Arrays | VIEW THE APPLICATION VIDEO
BJB Develops COB Holders for Bridgelux V-Series Arrays | VIEW THE APPLICATION VIDEO BJB 47.319 holders for the Bridgelux V Series arrays feature state-of-the art electro-mechanical technology. Holders help simplify the entire fixture’s assembly process and also provide numerous benefits to the overall quality, performance and lifetime of the lighting system. BJB holders and the Bridgelux V series arrays are well suited for a wide variety of applications: ranging from commercial, outdoor, industrial and residential spaces. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Mar 31, 2016
Reference Design for Light Projects from 3M Demonstrates Cost and Process Advantages of System Integration
Reference Design for Light Projects from 3M Demonstrates Cost and Process Advantages of System Integration 3M has selected the HSMtec pcb of Haeusermann for its integrated lighting concept. 3M combines materials, processes, and technologies recognised in the industry thus reaching a whole new level when it comes to system integration for LED applications. The LED, control electronics, heat sink, case, and reflector blend together to create a single component. A demonstrator with the shape of a hand-held lamp illustrates the diverse possibilities. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Apr 18, 2016
ONETRACK: Only one Track for all Your Lighting Ideas
ONETRACK: Only one Track for all Your Lighting Ideas In launching the new track lighting components range, named ONETRACK®, the company made a very precise choice in positioning and differentiating from other players; producing only one type of track that combines the functionalities of all the current systems in the market. This means a switch from generally defined “EUROSTANDARD” tracks to “EUROSTANDARD PLUS®” tracks. The reason why they made this decision is the strong belief that this kind of track, and the concept on which it is based, can become a new shared standard and bring great advantages to all the players in the production chain. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Jun 30, 2016
TE Introduces Miniature Hermaphroditic Blade and Receptacle Connectors with Selective Gold Plating
TE Introduces Miniature Hermaphroditic Blade and Receptacle Connectors with Selective Gold Plating TE Connectivity (TE) introduces the Miniature Hermaphroditic Blade and Receptacle connectors with selective gold plating. The gold plated connectors are suitable for harsh environments where moisture and high vibration may be present. The connector is ideal for providing power from the driver to the initial and adjacent boards in a string of linear LED lighting strip modules. The compact design of this connectors makes it a good choice for applications where space constraints are present. Read more »
Featured | Products, Materials + Tools | Nov 02, 2016
BJB Introduces MINI-Flex SMD Terminal Block
BJB Introduces MINI-Flex SMD Terminal Block The Mini Flex SMD terminal block is intended for use with both solid and flexible conductors and now has a simple to use release function! The Mini Flex was designed for easy wiring and SMD assembly by PCB manufacturers. The Mini Flex by BJB has gained rapid acceptance as the SMD terminal block of choice in the lighting industry, domestic appliance and consumer electronics industries. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Dec 09, 2016
New Lumawise LED Holder Type Z35 from TE Connectivity
New Lumawise LED Holder Type Z35 from TE Connectivity TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has introduced the Lumawise LED holder type Z35 to provide a higher level of integration via a solderless connection to chip-on-board (COB) LEDs, using standard pan-head and countersunk screws. Read more »
Products, Materials + Tools | Dec 09, 2016
Hirose Introduces Industry's Lowest Profile LED Module Connectors
Hirose Introduces Industry's Lowest Profile LED Module Connectors Hirose, a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative connector solutions, has launched an easy to use, tool-less strip & poke connector ideal for LED lighting module applications. With a height of only 4.2mm, the KN27 Series combines a space saving design of 3.9mm width (for single contact) and 11.85mm length - all using a standard industry footprint. In addition, the smaller KN27 Series offers a higher current rating of up to 9A. Read more »
Featured | Components | Electromechanics | Connectors | Feb 02, 2017
BJB SMD Terminal Blocks: The Best Connection for all Requirements
BJB SMD Terminal Blocks: The Best Connection for all Requirements SMD-compatible PCB terminal blocks are increasingly being used for electrical power supply to LED boards. This is because they are easy to handle and provide a permanent, secure connection to the control gear. A decisive factor for light quality is a design which is as flat as possible, which will enable an even light distribution and will avoid unwelcome shadowing. However, there are also technical requirements dictated by the relevant luminaire design. Examples are rear-entry wiring or the use of fine-stranded conductors. In order to cover every conceivable variation, BJB, the global market leader for lighting and luminaire components, has developed a series of three different SMD terminal blocks: SMD Mini, SMD Mini-Flex and the SMD push-through terminal block for rear-entry wiring. Read more »
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