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Sloan, Sloan AG, 133R, 134R, 138R Series, LED Indicator

A Guide to Indicator Terminology

In this blog, we are going to examine the different terminology that can be used when looking at indicator lights.
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ZF, Speed and Direction Sensor

The Hall Effect: Explained

In this blog we are going to discuss the science of Hall Effect, how it works, why the effect is important, what products the effect
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IDEC Micro Smart

IDEC S3 Connect Push-In Technology

As the saying goes time is money! So it makes sense that reducing time spent on monotonous jobs such as panel installations can only be a good thing, this is where IDEC’s S3 connect range comes in to play.
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Sloan 979 14mm LED Indicator

What is an LED and How do they Work?

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. To break this down further a diode is a semiconductor that will allow current to flow in one direction while restricting the movement of current in the opposite.
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Deltron AG, High-Density D-Sub, D-sub Connectors

D-Sub Connectors – All you need to know

The D-subminiature connector, more commonly known as a D-Sub connector is a family of connectors that were introduced by Cannon in 1952 and they are still being widely used today.
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GTC, GT Contact, USB-A, Panel Mount, Waterproof USB-A

Ultimate Buying Guide for USB Connectors & Cables

In a world where most homes have a multitude of electrical devices and technology is ever-changing, it is no surprise that many of us complain that there are too many cables and wires to keep a track of.
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GTC, GT Contact, Snap-In connectors, Waterproof connectors

The GT Contact Snap-In Connector

Designed to offer environmental sealing up to IP67 within a robust housing, GT Contact’s Snap-in connectors do not disappoint. Offered in 5A 2 or 3pin (IP67)
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GTC, GT Contact, USB-C, Panel Mount, Waterproof USB-C

GT Contact’s USB Type C

Introducing GT Contacts USB-C 3.1 connector range, the latest addition to their USB line up. The USB-C range incorporates the ruggedness and superior build quality that is expected in all GT Contact products.
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Cable Loom, Harness

The benefits of our custom cable assembly service

Our custom cable assembly service can help companies both large and small create the best products possible while saving on overall costs and decreasing manufacture time.
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Live Electronics, Laser Etched Switch, Schurter Switch

A quick guide to switch terminology

Back to Basics A switch is an electromechanical device which is used to connect or disconnect an electrical circuit without the need to remove an item from the circuit, as you would with a connector.
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Deltron AG, Deltron, Filtered D-Sub Connectors, Filtered D-Subminiature, Filtered D-Sub

What is RFI/EMI shielding and filtered connectors?

EMI stands for Electromagnetic Interference whereas RFI relates to Radio Frequency Interference. These terms are often interchangeable with RFI actually been a subcategory of EMI, therefore, we will be discussing EMI specifically below.
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Weipu SP21 Male 4 Pin Plug waterproof connector

A quick guide to connector terminology

Connectors may be very basic components that many people do not give much thought to.
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