Modular Mastery: Redefining Connector Technology with the New REDEL MP ‘Push-Pull’ Series
The rapid evolution of technology is driving demand for flexible and modular connectors across various industries, including medical, test and measurement, security, defence, and industrial sectors. Design engineers increasingly seek solutions that offer robust performance, versatility, scalability, and ease of use. The new REDEL MP Series from LEMO represents a major advancement in connector technology, aiming to redefine connectivity solutions across a broad range of applications.
The REDEL MP Series is the first modular push-pull connector in a circular format, combining high-density contacts with modularity and ergonomic benefits. Its circular push-pull design ensures ease of use, making these connectors both functional and user-friendly.
A key feature of the REDEL MP Series is its high-density, space-saving design. Using the innovative Card Edge concept, this series can accommodate up to 144 contacts in a compact form factor. This compactness is enhanced by the option to integrate intelligence into the connectors through EEPROM, which increases adaptability and future-proofs the design.
The REDEL MP Series offers significant benefits for medical technology, where device applications are advancing rapidly. Its high-contact, high-density design makes it ideal for complex medical devices such as ablation catheters, endoscopic surgery robots, and RF generators. The modular approach and circular push-pull format ensure these devices meet high standards of performance, reliability, and ease of use.
In the Test and Measurement industry, the MP Series introduces new possibilities for high-speed cameras, metrology equipment, and inspection devices. It meets the demand for future-proof connectivity with its durable, dense connector array and quick, easy assembly.
For general industry, the REDEL MP Series addresses the need for smaller, more efficient machines, particularly in robotics, automation, and multi-connectivity (Industry 4.0). It ensures safe and reliable transmission of power, data, and signals, enabling quick repairs and maintenance to avoid production line disruptions.
Flexibility is a central attribute of the REDEL MP Series. Engineers can reconfigure connectors without changing the connector footprint, facilitating seamless transitions between different configurations, and supporting evolving product designs. This modularity enhances product development agility and reduces time-to-market for new innovations.
Additionally, the REDEL MP Series offers a wide range of customisable cable assembly options, ensuring optimal performance across various applications. LEMO’s global subsidiaries provide expert design support, cable assembly, and manufacturing, ensuring that each interconnect solution meets rigorous industry standards for reliability and efficiency.
In conclusion, the REDEL MP Series marks a significant leap forward in connector technology, ready to meet the diverse and demanding needs of industries worldwide. By empowering engineers with modular tools that enhance design flexibility and accommodate high-density requirements, the REDEL MP Series sets a new standard in innovation. As industries continue to advance, the REDEL MP Series is poised to lead the way in creating adaptable and scalable connectivity solutions, reflecting the agility and innovation of the industries it serves.