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OCTOBER 2014 SUPPLEMENT


ELECTRONICA 2014 CONTENTS


SUPPLEMENT


Electronica 2014


Supplement S7


Are we seeing the light in component distribution?


ELECTRONICA 2014: 50TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY


Electronica returns once again this year delivering the latest & greatest industry spectacular...


SMALLER & LIGHTER


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New circular plastic connector series delivers robust performance and dependability, ideal for medical devices...


LIGHTENING UP HyperGrip® Series Connectors


Now integrating our renowned spring probe contact technology into our suite of field proven medical connectors


Extreme High Density & Excellent Signal Integrity  Available in 1 mm pitch or smaller  Easy blind mating in fine pitch applications  >20,000 mating cycles  Accomodates X, Y and Z misalignment  Impervious to shock and vibration  Water and dust resistant  Ideal for disposable applications


visit us at | smithsconnectors.com | S8


The latest pre-wired LED Chip-on-Board array holders simplify the LED installation process and reduce assembly time in automotive applications...


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Are we seeing the light in component distribution


A look at the global purchasing trends across the component distribution landscape in 2014 and how this is showing a positive outlook


SUPPLEMENT FEATURES Fifty years of innovation ...


S4. International trade fair, Electronica marks its 50th year anniversary in 2014 and at 50 the show is still breaking records. A look at shome of the highlights of this year’s bi-centennial event


Multiple contact technologies ...


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S8. The HyperGrip circular plastic connector series from Smiths Connectors delivers a robust solution ideal for medical devices. The company focuses on its latest connector offerings.


Multi-touch screens & Monitors ...


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Interconnection on the move


S11


S9. Crystal Displays presents its latest new range of cost effective multi-touch monitors, ideal for harsh environments


Staying ahead of the game ...


S10. Staying ahead of today’s market place is an important factor in the fast paced world of the electronics industry and PEI- Genesis plans to do just that


Interconnection on the move ...


S11. Molex highlights some of its latest advances in its interconnection technology for the automotive, lighting and data communication industries


Multiple contact technologies


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