SANTA ANA, Calif. – April 6, 2005 – Providing a means to reduce wiring costs, ITT Industries, Electronic Components has developed a new series of circular connectors targeted at rail and mass transit applications. Designated the VBN Series, the connectors use a rigid insert, held in place using a retention clip, which makes it easier and quicker to insert and remove contacts, slashing wiring assembly time and cost. Because the inserts can be removed manually without using special tools, contacts are easily polarized or oriented, ensuring flexibility.
Additionally, VBN Series connectors employ a new membrane grommet design, thus making it possible to use a wide range of cables without requiring sealing plugs.Available in 4- to 74-way configuration, VBN circular connectors feature robust aluminum alloy shells plated in Ecogreen or Ecoblack. Contacts are copper alloy and the insulator retaining ring is heat-treated beryllium copper. Isolation inserts are made from thermoplastic, and the grommet and interfacial gaskets are fabricated in flame retardant rubber.The connectors are waterproof to IP67 and have a high vibration resistance.
EMI/RFI protection can be included, and devices come with a wide range of cable clamp accessories. About ITT Industries, Electronic Components ITT Industries, Cannon ( www.ittcannon.com ) is an international supplier of connectors, interconnects, cable assemblies, switches, dome arrays, keypads, multi-function grips, panel switch assemblies, I/O card kits, smart card systems and LAN components, as well as a provider of high-speed/high-bandwidth network systems and services.
About ITT Industries
ITT Industries, Inc. supplies advanced technology products and services in key markets including: fluid and water management including water treatment; defense communication, opto-electronics, information technology and services; electronic interconnects and switches; and other specialty products. Headquartered in White Plains, NY, the company generated $6.8 billion in 2004 sales. In addition to the New York Stock Exchange, ITT Industries stock is traded on the Midwest, Pacific, Paris, London and Frankfurt exchanges.
