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News Release from: Omnetics Connector Corp | Subject: Bi-Lobe connectors
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 09 November 2006
Compact connectors cut size and weight
in UAVs
Omnetics Bi-Lobe connectors are less then one-fifth the size of equivalent pin count microconnectors and weigh less, thus making them ideal for use in UAVs.
Omnetics Bi-Lobe connectors are less then one-fifth the size of equivalent pin count microconnectors and weigh less, thus making them ideal for use in UAVs UAVs need to be small in size and low in weight while remaining rugged
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 18 Feb 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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0.635mm-pitch connector family is certified on the Qualified Products List for MIL-DTL-32139, and is suitable for military/aerospace and high-end industrial equipment.
In addition, weather and altitude demands push the electrical systems requirements to new heights of expertise.
Electronic requirements have expectations of lightweight flexible cable and locking interconnect systems, and with cameras and detectors onboard, there is increased demand for high datarates as well as high volume of video data streaming.
Omnetics 25mil-pitch military-quality-level connectors provide reliable high-density low-weight interconnections.
The company's family of metal Bi-Lobe nanominiature interconnects are designed to meet the most rugged demands while consuming the smallest physical space in the industry.
The nano-sized connectors exceed performance levels specifications listed in MIL-83513 and are designed to fit all requirements in the new nanoconnector specifications in MIL-32139.
The connector's low mass combined with rugged BeCu pin and socket design can withstand higher shock than older 50mil-pitch micro-D connectors.
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