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In the world of modern computing, the USB 3.0 Type A interface stands as a beacon of connectivity, offering unparalleled speed and versatility. USB 3.0 Type A, also known as SuperSpeed USB, has revolutionized the way we interact with our devices.... Read more

Industrial settings are hard on connectivity products. Keeping your network running smoothly poses unique challenges that differ from those in a standard office setting. For starters, network components are exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, corrosive substances, vibrations, and high levels of electromagnetic interference (EMI).... Read more

L-com customers have an impressively wide range of interests when it comes to electronic connectivity products. This became obvious when we compiled a list of the top 10 most widely read blog posts from our Engineering Hub in 2023.... Read more

What products have been hot at L-com over the past year? We checked our records to determine the top 10 bestselling items of 2023. The results didn’t exactly shock us, though they are eye-opening. But before we present them, three quick observations. . .... Read more

You might wonder what that has to do with locking field-termination IEC C13 power connectors. We admit that these simple-looking, 3-inch devices that attach to the end of a power cord might look like they couldn’t make much of a difference in the grand scheme of your electronics installation. But consider what they do and you might realize they can be one of those key details that can help bring you success.... Read more

Fiber optic connectivity is getting better and better. Two improvements that have caught on due to their practical benefits are fiber connectors and adapters that are smaller and better protected from contaminants. Below we discuss the nature of these two improvements and how they can benefit your fiber optic network. We conclude with some brief details of how you can attain these benefits from four new L-com product lines: SN® connectors, SN® adapters, CS® connectors, and CS® adapters.... Read more

Internet-connected devices with advanced sensor and control features are becoming increasingly common in industrial applications. The rise of the industrial internet of things (IIoT) is being driven by the availability of more capable wired and wireless connectivity technologies and the need for manufacturers to enhance efficiency, reliability, and productivity through automation.... Read more

Since becoming commercially successful in the mid-2000s, active optical cables (AOCs) have been gaining popularity. The reasons are obvious. They offer advantages like longer reach compared to traditional copper cables, higher data rates, and lower latency, which is the time it takes for data to travel from one point to another. Active optical cables are commonly used in applications where high-speed and reliable data transmission are critical, such as data centers, high-performance computing, and audio/video connectivity.... Read more

So, what’s so great about polarization-maintaining (PM) fiber optic cable assemblies? They hold big benefits in applications where polarization stability is critical. Below we explain these advantages and the main applications where they can help you the most. We conclude with some information about L-com’s recent expansion of this line of amazing products.... Read more

More than 20 million cloud-to-ground lightning strikes occur every year in the U.S. That’s almost 55,000 strikes a day. The resulting damage to property can be seen in the annual amount of insurance claims related to lightning: $1.65 billion. All those lightning strikes causing electrical, mechanical, and structural damage can have disruptive effects on commercial and industrial facilities.... Read more