Feature: Rail
binder introduces new connectors for
rail and transport applications By binder Solutions
W
ith the increasing digitalisation and connectivity in the rail and
transport sectors, the demand for reliable, robust and high-performance connectivity and communication solutions is growing. In response, binder, a provider of
industrial connectors, is strategically expanding its product portfolio. Te company is currently advancing its M12-X-coded connectors to meet the stringent demands of these challenging markets. Tis development creates forward-looking solutions for applications such as Ethernet-based communication infrastructures, camera-based monitoring systems, and passenger infotainment services. “Te rail industry and the transport
sector are becoming increasingly digital. We are currently adapting the M12- X-coded connectors for the specific applications in these target markets. Our connectors will be used in backbone communication structures with high data rates as well as in passenger infotainment systems,” explains Dieter Sandula, Product Manager at binder. binder will ensure reliable data
transmission according to the Cat6A standard, even under extreme conditions such as strong vibrations and shock loads. Connectors for these target markets must meet specific requirements. Te DIN EN 61076-2-109 standard specifies, among other things, the requirements for the mechanical robustness, vibration
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resistance, and sealing of connectors specifically designed for industrial and harsh environments. In addition, there are stricter
requirements for new areas of application. For railway applications, for instance, connectors must pass additional shock and vibration tests according to DIN EN 61373. Connectors that pass these tests ensure their functionality even under short-term stresses, such as those that occur during shunting or coupling operations. Dieter Sandula explains: “Mechanical
robustness and fire safety of materials are particularly significant challenges. binder addresses these by using new materials that are reliably processed in adapted manufacturing processes. Tese materials have been selected based on the criteria of EN 45545-2. Additional manufacturing steps are necessary to ensure that the quality standards and protection levels expected by our customers are met.”
On track for the mobility of the future – also in agriculture In addition to the rail industry, where several hundred connectors may be installed in a single carriage, and the transport sector, which demands ever-higher data rates in every vehicle, the robust connectors are also finding applications in agriculture. Highly complex machinery in this field requires reliable, robust functionality to prevent downtime. Furthermore, increasingly data-intensive real-time monitoring systems are being integrated into this sector. Tese systems work with real-time data, such as in combine harvesters, where camera-based systems help to avoid collisions with wildlife. Dieter Sandula draws a conclusion: “Te
railway industry, as well as other transport sectors, is evolving rapidly in the wake of digitalisation and the mobility transition. For us, it is a logical step to literally jump on this train in time, actively shape the future of these industries, and unlock new business opportunities.”
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