How to Identify a Optical Connector Type: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engineers

How to Identify a Optical Connector Type: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engineers 2025-03-03 Optics Richmon Optical Connector Identification Table Connector Type Ferrule Size Common Use Cases Color Coding LC 1.25 mm Data centers, high-density applications Blue (UPC), Green (APC) SC 2.5 mm Telecom, broadband, enterprise networks Blue (UPC), Green (APC) ST 2.5 mm Industrial, multimode […]
How to Identify a Rugged / Power Connector Type: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engineers

How to Identify a Rugged / Power Connector Type: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engineers 2025-03-03 Rugged / Power Richmon Quick Takeaways Factor Key Considerations Examples Environment Extreme temps, moisture, vibration Aerospace, Military, Industrial Connector Type Wire-to-wire, board-to-board, circular, RF MIL-SPEC, NEMA, XT60 Material Stainless steel, high-temp plastic, corrosion-resistant Gold-plated copper, Nylon 6/6 Standards MIL-SPEC, IP […]
Best Practices for Selecting Connector Systems for AI SoMs/CoMs with High Throughput

How to Identify a High-Speed Board-to-Board Connector Type: A Step-by-Step Guide for Engineers 2025-03-03 High-Speed Board-to-Board Richmon Key Considerations for Choosing a High-Speed Board-to-Board Connector Factor Importance Key Considerations Pitch Size Determines spacing between pins Choose based on space constraints & signal needs Mated Height Affects board stacking and compact designs Ensure compatibility with board […]
Best Practices for Selecting Connector Systems for AI SoMs/CoMs with High Throughput

Best Practices for Selecting Connector Systems for AI SoMs/CoMs with High Throughput 2025-03-03 Connector Richmon How to ensure signal integrity, reliability, and scalability when choosing high-speed connectors for AI-powered systems. Key Takeaways Factor Why It Matters Best Practice Data Rate AI workloads require ultra-fast data transfer Choose PCIe, COM-HPC, or optical connectors Signal Integrity Prevents […]
Seven Ways to Save Yourself When RF Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer

Seven Ways to Save Yourself When RF Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer 2025-02-27 RF Richmon RF connector lead times are increasing—causing delays and supply chain risks. Learn 7 strategic ways to mitigate these issues, from supplier diversification to design flexibility. Table of Contents RF Connector Lead Times: Causes and Consequences RF connector lead times […]
Seven Ways to Save Yourself When RF Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer

Seven Ways to Save Yourself When Rugged / Power Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer 2025-02-27 Rugged / Power Richmon Power connector lead times are getting longer due to supply chain disruptions, raw material shortages, and rising demand in industries like automotive, telecommunications, and IoT. These delays can derail production schedules, increase costs, and affect […]
Seven Ways to Save Yourself When High-Speed Cable Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer

Seven Ways to Save Yourself When High-Speed Cable Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer 2025-02-26 High-Speed Cable Richmon Challenge Solution Supply chain disruptions Diversify suppliers, source locally Extended lead times Negotiate with suppliers for priority delivery Rising procurement costs Optimize inventory with Just-In-Time (JIT) management Uncertainty in availability Consider alternative connector technologies Dependency on a […]
Seven Ways to Save Yourself When Optical Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer

Seven Ways to Save Yourself When Optical Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer 2025-02-26 Optics Richmon Key Takeaways Optical connector demand is surging, with the market expected to grow 12.6% CAGR by 2032. Lead times are lengthening due to supply chain bottlenecks, material shortages, and high-speed data demand. 7 proven strategies can help mitigate lead […]
Seven Ways to Save Yourself When High-Speed Board-to-Board Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer

Seven Ways to Save Yourself When High-Speed Board-to-Board Connector Lead Time Keeps Getting Longer 2025-02-26 High-Speed Board-to-Board Richmon Key Takeaways Challenge Solution Benefit Long supplier lead times Diversify suppliers Ensures a steady component supply Unexpected delays Implement agile manufacturing Faster adaptation to supply chain changes Unpredictable lead times Use data analytics for forecasting Better supply […]
High-Speed Cable: What Engineers Wish Procurement Teams Knew

High-Speed Cable: What Engineers Wish Procurement Teams Knew 2025-02-25 High-Speed Cable Richmon Understanding high-speed cable procurement is crucial for engineers and procurement teams to ensure the success of projects in industries like telecommunications, automotive, and industrial automation. This article covers the essentials engineers need procurement teams to know, from cable specifications to market trends, raw […]