Partnership expands access to rugged connector and switching solutions for demanding communications and control applications

Newark has announced a new partnership with Amphenol NEXUS Technologies, expanding access to rugged connector and switching solutions for customers designing and maintaining critical communications and control systems.

Through the partnership, Newark will offer Amphenol NEXUS Technologies' portfolio of:

• Audio connectors
• Waterproof breakaway connectors
• TAC connectors
• Ranger connectors
• M55116/MIL-SPEC-type connectors
• Microphone and telephone plugs and jacks
• Momentary push-button switches

Designed for demanding environments, the products deliver reliable performance in applications where signal integrity, durability and dependable operation are essential.

The portfolio supports customers across a range of industries, including:

• Military and defense communications
• Commercial aviation electronics
• Telecommunications
• Medical devices
• Simulation controls
• Motorsport
• Marine applications
• Agricultural equipment

By adding Amphenol NEXUS Technologies, Newark provides engineers, OEMs and procurement professionals with greater access to proven connectivity solutions designed for critical communications and control systems.

"This partnership gives our customers access to a broader range of trusted connectivity solutions for demanding communications and control applications,” said Tony Coletto, Vice President, Supplier Management, Newark. "Amphenol NEXUS Technologies' expertise in rugged audio connectors, switches and interconnect technologies helps engineers and procurement teams source reliable products that perform in harsh and mission-critical environments.

Founded in 1961 and part of Amphenol Corporation since 2008, Amphenol NEXUS Technologies has built a reputation for manufacturing rugged, high-quality connector and switch solutions. Its products are widely used in military and commercial communications markets and support applications requiring reliable connectivity and mechanical performance.

"We are excited to work with Newark to make our products available to a broader global customer base," said Greg Diblasi, General Manager, Amphenol NEXUS Technologies. "Newark's strong engineering audience, technical expertise and global reach make them an ideal partner. Together, we look forward to helping customers access the reliable, high-performance technologies they need for critical communications and control applications."

Amphenol NEXUS Technologies products are available now from Newark in North America, Farnell in EMEA, and element14 in APAC.

Newark has announced the availability of a new range of NI PXI hardware from Emerson, designed to lower the cost barrier for high-performance automated testing.

This expansion provides engineers with an affordable entry point to the industry-standard PXI platform while maintaining the precision, synchronization and robust software integration that are hallmarks of NI technology

"Our partnership with Newark continues to be a cornerstone of Emerson’s mission to deliver scalable, high-performance test solutions to engineering teams worldwide," said Brandon Treece, Director of NI PXI Product Marketing at Emerson. "With the launch of our new, affordable NI PXI hardware, we’re making it easier than ever to build adaptable, cost-effective automated test systems—delivering software-driven flexibility, measurement precision, and system scalability to drive innovation forward."

The new hardware suite, optimized for use with LabVIEW, InstrumentStudio, and TestStand, includes:

• NI PXIe-5108 Oscilloscopes: 4- and 8-channel options with 100 MHz bandwidth and 14-bit resolution for high-density measurements.

• NI PXIe-1081 Hybrid Chassis: cost-effective 18-slot chassis optimized for high-channel-count, low-throughput applications.

• NI PXIe-8842 / 8862 Controllers: simplified embedded controllers supporting Windows 11 and NI Linux Real-Time for flexible system integration.

• NI PXIe-6381 / 6383 DAQ Modules: first 18-bit PXI Express multifunction I/O devices, offering precise, low-noise voltage measurements.

Anthony Coletto, Vice President, Supplier Management at Newark said: “These new NI PXI modules remove the trade-off between power and price. By lowering the cost of entry, we are helping more engineers deploy the industry’s most trusted synchronization and software tools for their automated test systems.”

The new NI PXI hardware range is available to order from Newark in North America, Farnell in EMEA, and element14 in APAC.