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PEI-GENESIS EXPANDS INTO RF CONNECTORS
EI-Genesis has expanded its distribution agreement with Cinch Connectivity Solutions and is now authorised for six of their RF connector brands, including Midwest Microwave, AIM Cambridge, Trompeter RF Connectivity, Johnson, Vitelec Electronics, and Semflex Microwave Solutions. Since 2011, PEI-Genesis has been an authorized distributor for other Cinch product lines Micro-D connectors. These additional brands offer many different types of RF products, including BNC, TNC, SMA, SMPM, and more. This commitment to the RF market also includes the announcement of a new distribution agreement with Times Microwave, an Amphenol Company. Times Microwave designs and manufactures high- performance coaxial cables, connectors, assemblies, and custom solutions for ultra- demanding markets, including aerospace, public networks, medical, military, industrial, and more.
need to assess the requirements of the control panel and determine the type of connectors used in the network infrastructure. Common connector types include LC, SC, ST and MPO/MTP. Opting for compatible connectors will simplify installation and minimise the need for additional adapters or converters. Similarly, control panels often have limited space, making it important to opt for connectors that offer high connector density, such as MPO/MTP connectors. These connectors allow multiple fibres to be terminated in a single connector, reducing the space required for cabling and improving overall panel organisation.
Choosing connectors that offer scalability and compatibility with emerging technologies will also save costs and effort in the long run. Users should consider solutions that support higher data rates and would be supported in the future. In that field there is a noticeable increase of users choosing single mode solution instead of lower-priced multimode (such as OM4 or less adopted OM5). One of the key factors causing that is price difference decreasing enough to
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justify advantages of the single mode solutions. Control panels can also be subjected to harsh environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations, humidity, dust and vibrations. It is important to choose fibre optic connectors that are designed to withstand these conditions. Connectors with robust sealing, dust caps and ruggedised housing provide enhanced protection against contaminants and ensure long-term reliability. Looking to the future, fibre optic technology will continue to evolve and shape the control panel industry. The increasing demand for high-speed data transmission, longer reach, wider bandwidth, and electromagnetic interference resistance positions fibre optics in a more significant role in future cabling, not just in data centres. Working with trusted manufacturers and keeping abreast of industry developments will enable companies to take advantage of new opportunities and adapt to the evolving panel cabling environment.
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The addition of these partnerships will supplement the company’s existing RF connector portfolio, which consists of two other industry-leading brands, Amphenol RF and Amphenol SV Microwave.
As the wireless world continues to evolve,
PEI-Genesis is committed to enabling its customers around the world to stay connected by expanding its impeccable service & technical assistance to this growing market. With this goal in mind, PEI-Genesis has implemented The RF Solutions Group, encompassing product managers, sales representatives, and engineers globally. With this recent development, PEI-Genesis is well positioned to support customers seeking RF connector and cable solutions for a wide variety of harsh environment applications, including antenna, instrumentation, military, public safety, radar, broadcast, SATCOM, and more.
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