Poll: How Can Connectors Be Improved?

Improve. Diversify. Innovate. Evolve. I see these terms applied to the current trends in connector technology nearly every day. Connectors are faster, smaller, offer more protection, more durable and can handle higher currents in a smaller package. There are explosion proof connectors, switch-rated connectors and smart connectors. Connectors will continue to evolve...but how?

In what area do you see a need for connectors to improve?

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14rhb over 6 years ago +7

cstanton comment about heat made me think, A friend showed me their cooker some weeks ago which has developed many faults over the years - I'll withold the manufacturer's name so as not to get in a legal…
koudelad over 6 years ago +5

Connectors are getting smaller and smaller. However, the signal cables (with a demand on increasing data speed rate and getting through more power) are tougher and thicker - more cable pairs, more shielding…
14rhb over 6 years ago +3

That could go a number of different ways as listed. On the subject of connectors it would be nice if automobile manufacturers used the same connector on a particular model - I can spend a huge amount of…

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cstanton over 6 years ago

Considering the amount of 3d printers that have set on fire because of connections to the heat bed not being up to scratch I'm going to suggest safety first, but having crimping tools be so ridiculously expensive? That's second in my eyes.
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cstanton over 6 years ago

Considering the amount of 3d printers that have set on fire because of connections to the heat bed not being up to scratch I'm going to suggest safety first, but having crimping tools be so ridiculously expensive? That's second in my eyes.
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