{"id":13833,"date":"2019-08-22T07:00:42","date_gmt":"2019-08-22T06:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/?p=13833"},"modified":"2019-08-16T11:46:56","modified_gmt":"2019-08-16T10:46:56","slug":"connector-and-routing-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/connector-and-routing-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Connector and routing solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>RS Components (RS) has extended its industrial connector portfolio with two new solutions from Harting, providers of industrial connection technology, including the recently launched Han 1A connector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.rs-online.com\/web\/c\/connectors\/power-connectors\/heavy-duty-power-connectors\/?applied-dimensions=4291322599\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Han 1A (opens in a new tab)\">Han 1A<\/a><\/strong> is a significantly smaller connector than the Han 3A, requiring 30% less space than the manufacturer\u2019s previous smallest rectangular industrial connector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.engineernewsnetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/RS895-HARTING_Han_1A-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>New small-size Han 1A connector<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The unit has been developed to meet the demand for smaller interfaces used with the latest power engineering equipment deployed in modern networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key feature of the connector is its versatility, which enables the easy creation of simple interfaces. It has a system of modular inserts and is constructed from a lightweight and durable polyamide plastic, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, the Han 1A uses the simple \u2018click and mate\u2019 system and provides a solution for on-site installation with screw contacts or for the pre-assembly of separate units with crimp contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The connector integrates contacts for data, power and signal transmission: it has modules available for Cat 5 or 6A data transmission; it can handle a maximum of 16A and 400V; and has up to 12 D-sub contacts for signal interfaces. In addition, there is a shielded version for application environments that are susceptible to interference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, it provides an efficient solution for applications such as heating and cooling units, fans, control terminals, lighting systems, drives and vibration conveyors. It also meets the EN45545-2 standard for fire protection on railway vehicles, making it well suited for use on a variety of systems including door openers, lighting and screens.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessories are also available, such as fasteners for wall mounting or colour-coded pins to help in the identification of signal lines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of additional housing elements or single-wire seals can also extend protection up to IP65, making it suitable for use in outdoor environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second new product available from RS is the Harting over-moulded <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.rs-online.com\/web\/c\/connectors\/network-telecom-connectors\/rj45-connectors\/?applied-dimensions=4291308137\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"VarioBoot RJ45 (opens in a new tab)\">VarioBoot RJ45<\/a><\/strong> Cat 6A cable assembly for use with 1- to 10-GB\/s networks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The low-height and compact VarioBoot introduces a high level of flexibility by controlling the angle and orientation of the RJ45 connector without interference or transmission loss, and enabling the ideal fit inside a control cabinet, for example.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An engineer can make a short pull on the product\u2019s anti-kink sleeve and click the assembly in the desired direction, enabling the Cat 6A line to be routed along another path, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Han 1A and VarioBoot connector solutions are now shipping from RS in the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RS Components (RS) has extended its industrial connector portfolio with two new solutions from Harting, providers of industrial connection technology, including the recently launched Han 1A connector. 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