Why Low Level Contact Resistance (LLCR) Matters for Connector Reliability – A Must-Know for Every Engineer
Why Low Level Contact Resistance (LLCR) Matters for Connector Reliability – A Must-Know for Every Engineer 2026-01-07 Blog Richmon You may not see it. You may not feel it.But Low Level Contact Resistance (LLCR) can quietly signal the beginning of connector failure. In the world of high-speed data, harsh environments, and mission-critical systems, a few […]
Dissimilar Metals and the Risk of Galvanic Corrosion in Mating Connectors – 7 Design Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Dissimilar Metals and the Risk of Galvanic Corrosion in Mating Connectors – 7 Design Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them 2026-01-06 Blog Richmon One faulty connection. One corroded contact. That’s all it takes to disrupt an entire system. From industrial control systems to telecom infrastructure, galvanic corrosion in mating connectors remains a critical reliability concern—especially […]
What Plating Option Is Best For My Connector? – Cost vs. Performance Breakdown for Engineers
What Plating Option Is Best For My Connector? – Cost vs. Performance Breakdown for Engineers 2026-01-07 Blog Richmon Choosing the right plating option for your connector affects reliability, signal performance, lifecycle costs, and procurement strategy. In demanding sectors like industrial automation, automotive, or data centers, plating selection plays a critical role in maintaining low contact […]
One Missed Connector Revision – How a Tiny Error Can Wipe Out Your Entire Stock Order
One Missed Connector Revision – How a Tiny Error Can Wipe Out Your Entire Stock Order 2025-11-26 Blog Richmon A split-second oversight. A single digit missed in the part code. One outdated revision sent to the production line—and everything comes to a standstill. In industrial electronics, a missed connector revision isn’t just a minor error—it […]
The Lead Time Gamble – How to Prevent Delays With Smarter Connector Choices
The Lead Time Gamble – How to Prevent Delays With Smarter Connector Choices 2025-11-25 Blog Richmon If you build electronics for a living, you already know this: one tiny connector can hold your entire project hostage. Lead times that used to be measured in a few weeks are now measured in quarters. It can feel […]
Too Late to Swap? How to Avoid Costly Connector Redesigns – Validate Availability Early
Too Late to Swap? How to Avoid Costly Connector Redesigns – Validate Availability Early 2025-11-24 Blog Richmon Imagine finalizing your design, issuing your BOM, and moving toward production—only to discover the key connector is no longer available. It’s obsolete, backordered, or discontinued entirely. There’s no compatible substitute, and your schedule is at risk. This situation […]
Your Engineers May Sign Off – But Are the Connectors Certified for Compliance? Don’t Risk Costly Failures
Your Engineers May Sign Off – But Are the Connectors Certified for Compliance? Don’t Risk Costly Failures 2025-11-21 Blog Richmon An engineer may approve a connector design, but does that connector meet global compliance standards? In critical industries such as automotive, medical, industrial, and aerospace electronics, a missing certification mark can lead to installation delays, […]
Why Connectors Fail at Scale – And How to Source Ones That Don’t
Why Connectors Fail at Scale – And How to Source Ones That Don’t 2025-11-20 Blog Richmon Prototypes are quick, scrappy, and agile. Mass production is none of those things. When scaling an electronic product, one of the most underestimated bottlenecks is connector sourcing. The humble connector—often chosen hastily in the early stage—can become the cause […]
Want to Be Your Customer’s Hero? – Avoid These 5 Connector Sourcing Mistakes in 2025
Want to Be Your Customer’s Hero? – Avoid These 5 Connector Sourcing Mistakes in 2025 2025-11-17 Blog Richmon The global connector market is projected to exceed $89 billion by the end of 2025, driven by innovation across electric vehicles, industrial automation, AI infrastructure, and high-speed telecommunications. Simultaneously, 76 percent of European manufacturers reported supply chain […]
Don’t Assume Compatibility – Why Cross-Referencing Connectors Can Cost You Projects
Don’t Assume Compatibility – Why Cross-Referencing Connectors Can Cost You Projects 2025-11-14 Blog Richmon At first glance, two connectors may appear the same. Matching pin counts. Similar shapes. Identical housings. Yet, beneath these surface-level similarities, serious mismatches may be hiding—costing teams performance, compliance, or production stability. In electronics manufacturing, assuming compatibility based on basic cross-reference […]