Newark is enhancing the way students learn and educators teach with their latest offering of customized educational kits and quality yet affordable Multicomp Pro products.

Newark’s custom kitting services enable professors and teachers to partner with Newark to build easily orderable custom kits tailored to their specific educational needs. From packaging classroom kits to developing single board computer kits, Newark offers an extensive range of electronic components from over 2000 leading manufacturers, including proto boards, tools and test equipment, and more.

The process of ordering custom kits from Newark is simple and convenient. Professors can follow these straightforward steps:

1.     Browse Newark’s extensive online catalog and select the desired products for the custom kit.

2.     Submit a request for a quote by calling 1.888.531.1037, emailing educationkits@newark.com, or filling out the education kitting form.

3.     Newark’s team of experts will provide a detailed quote for the selected products, and once approved, Newark will assemble the kits and prepare them for shipment.

4.     Students will also gain access to a dedicated custom webpage, allowing them to conveniently order their kits online.

“We believe that quality education should be accessible to all, and our educational kitting services and Multicomp Pro products for students reflect that commitment," said Cliff Ortmeyer, Global Head of Technical Marketing and Solutions Development at Newark. "By offering affordable yet quality tools and kits, we aim to equip the engineers of tomorrow with the resources they need to succeed."

In addition to the customized education kits, Newark is offering new Multicomp Pro products specifically geared toward students. Developed by engineers for engineers, the Multicomp Pro brand represents a collection of products and components that meet the quality standards engineers demand while being budget-friendly, making them ideal for students. This new range includes USB soldering irons, bench multimeters, and more.

For more information on Newark’s educational kitting services, visit https://www.newark.com/edu-kits-demo.

Newark recently expanded its inventory to include a wide range of products catering to installers that set up audio visual (AV) systems in home and commercial office applications. With an extensive line card of Multicomp Pro products supporting video surveillance, home theaters, podcast and recording studios, surround sound and video conferencing, Newark is the ultimate one-stop-shop for key audio visual equipment needs.

In response to the demand for quality and affordable products, Newark has curated a comprehensive selection of high-quality AV products for customers while offering substantial cost savings. AV professionals, building maintenance staff and more can now access quality solutions that provide exceptional value.

Whether you’re setting up a home theater or revamping a conference space, Newark offers an extensive range of speakers, cables, security cameras, and more to assist with your audio visual projects. By leveraging the diverse selection of Multicomp Pro products, customers can find the perfect combination to design and install media centers in both residential and office spaces, ensuring superior sound and visual quality for business meetings or family nights.

Some of the new products available in Newark’s expanded inventory include:

• Fiber Optic HDMI Cables
• HDTV Antennas
• Mixer Amplifiers

“With our extensive line card of Multicomp Pro products, customers can find everything they need to design and install media centers in homes or office spaces,” said Jay Wimsatt, Director Product Operations at Newark. “Our goal is to provide a seamless experience for AV professionals and building maintenance staff, offering a diverse range of high-quality products to meet their specific requirements. With this expansion, we aim to simplify the procurement process and ensure superior sound and visual quality for every project.”

Multicomp Pro is developed by engineers for engineers and features products and components that meet the quality standards engineers require and the value they need to support AV installations at a lower cost without sacrificing quality.

To explore Newark’s expanded AV inventory and find the right combination of products for your next project, visit https://www.newark.com/mpro-audio-visual.

element14, an Avnet Community, along with Multicomp Pro, is hosting a virtual Ask Me Anything with Will Bales of Team HyperShock from the hit robot combat television series, BattleBots, on April 12^th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm Central Time.

This exclusive AMA session provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain insights into the intricate electronics powering a Battlebot – from the motor choices and electronic remote controls to the design considerations for emergency repairs. HyperShock, Team Captain, Will Bales will share his insights on the process of designing and building a robot for Battlebots, as well as provide behind-the-scenes stories from the show.

Team HyperShock, known for its wild driving and devastating weapons, is one of the most popular robots on Battlebots and has been a fan favorite for years. Team HyperShock had an exciting Season 6 where they earned themselves the award for the Most Destructive Robot, making them one of the most awarded teams. HyperShock also holds the record for the fastest KO, throwing Skorpios out of the arena in just 24 seconds.

"We are very excited to have Will Bales of Team HyperShock join us for this exclusive Ask Me Anything session," said Dianne Kibbey, Global Head of Community and Social Media for element14. "With his extensive knowledge and experience in the field of robot building and combat, we believe that this AMA session will be highly informative and engaging for our community.

The Ask Me Anything session will be hosted on the element14 Community website, where members can submit their questions and join the conversation. This is a unique opportunity for engineers to learn from one of the top robot builders and gain insights into the fascinating world of robot combat.

Additionally, attendees who ask the best questions will have a chance to win free Team HyperShock merchandise, including beanie hats and stickers, as well as an MP740686 from Multicomp Pro which is a 65W economical soldering station with LCD display screen making for easy control and visualization.  

To join the AMA, interested participants must create an element14 Community account – signing up is free, fast and easy. The element14 Community is a great resource for anyone interested in getting started or looking to expand their knowledge in electronics and robotics. Members can share and join in on the discussion and conversation about topics, technologies, products and events, or simply what's going on at the moment with fellow engineers, developers and makers.

To learn more, visit: https://community.element14.com/learn/events/c/e/1633

Multicomp Pro, exclusively sold by Newark, is also proud to sponsor Team HyperShock in the newest season of BattleBots, which is currently being aired. “Special thanks to Multicomp Pro for sponsoring us and providing some great equipment to build HyperShock. From supplying the Multicomp Pro tools and equipment to supporting us through all the craziness of getting here this year. It’s been a wonderful season and I can’t wait to showcase everything we've done together," said Will Bales, HyperShock Team Captain.

Multicomp Pro is developed by engineers for engineers and features products and components that meet the quality standards engineers require and the value they need to build and maintain quality projects, even destructive robots, at a lower cost without sacrificing quality. The Multicomp Pro range includes more than 70,000 products and is suitable for engineers at any level, with average savings of 20% percent compared to branded products.

Newark, an Avnet company, is now exclusively stocking Multicomp Pro’s fiber optic HDMI cables. Unlike other HDMI cables on the market, these cables are made up of optical fiber material, which is smaller and lighter than the conventional HDMI cable, allowing them to reach much farther distances while maintaining high data transfer speed with zero signal loss. No extra devices are needed.

Fiber optic HDMI cable features:

·       Speeds up to 18Gpbs which creates high-resolution videos in 4K and 5K

·       Ability to transfer data up to 1,000 ft before interference and signal degradation

·       Variety of cable lengths

·       Ideal use for commercial applications such as billboards and stadium video screens

“We are proud to continue expanding our offerings from Multicomp Pro and provide our customers with cutting-edge technology,” said Cliff Ortmeyer, Global Head of Technical Marketing at Newark. “These cables are different from anything else on the market and we are happy to offer this unique solution to our customers.”

Newark is the exclusive supplier of these cables and all other Multicomp Pro products making Newark a one-stop-shop. Multicomp Pro is developed by engineers for engineers and features products and components that meet the quality standards engineers require at a lower cost without sacrificing quality.

Newark’s fiber optic HDMI cables can be purchased here: https://www.newark.com/c/cable-wire-cable-assemblies/cable-assemblies/audio-video-cable-assemblies?st=fiber+hdmi+cable&showResults=true

To learn more about Newark’s complete Multicomp Pro offerings visit: https://www.newark.com/b/multicomp-pro

Multicomp Pro, exclusively sold by Newark, today announced its sponsorship of Team HyperShock in the seventh season of the hit robot combat television series, BattleBots.

Team HyperShock, captained by Will Bales, had an exciting Season 6 where they earned themselves the award for Most Destructive Robot, making them one of the most awarded teams in the reboot with 3 Giant Bolt awards. HyperShock also holds the record for the fastest KO in the reboot, throwing Skorpios out of the arena in just 24 seconds in BattleBots: Champions.

“I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the three-year anniversary of launching the Multicomp Pro brand than to sponsor the most exciting BattleBot,” said John Casiello, Global Marketing Manager – Multicomp Pro at Newark. “To be successful in BattleBots, a team must have a well-engineered bot, be willing to take risks, and overall, have fun while doing it. It’s the engineering way and Multicomp Pro is happy to support Team HyperShock.”

"Special thanks to Multicomp Pro for sponsoring us and providing some great equipment to build HyperShock. From supplying the Multicomp Pro tools and equipment to supporting us through all the craziness of getting here this year. It’s been a wonderful season and I can’t wait to showcase everything we've done together," said Will Bales, HyperShock Team Captain.

Multicomp Pro is developed by engineers for engineers and features products and components that meet the quality standards engineers require and the value they need to build and maintain quality projects, even destructive robots, at a lower cost without sacrificing quality. The Multicomp Pro range includes more than 70,000 products and is suitable for engineers at any level, with average savings of 20% percent compared to branded products.

element14 Community, a part of Newark, will also be presenting exclusive interviews, photos, videos and contests with Team HyperShock.

Newark customers can explore the Multicomp Pro products offerings and learn more about how Newark can help them with their own projects at https://www.newark.com/b/multicomp-pro

To learn more about Team HyperShock and the BattleBots series visit: 
Website: www.hypershock.tv

Social Media: @HyperShockTV
https://battlebots.com/robot/hypershock-wcvii/

Newark, an Avnet Company, is expanding its line of Multicomp Pro offerings to include Magnetic Connectors, a differentiated interconnect choice offering ease of use through reliable, self-mating, easily detachable connections.

Magnetic cable assemblies and connectors are a popular and quickly growing interconnect option for many low-voltage applications. The Multicomp Pro magnetic cable assembly and connector kits combine spring-loaded pins with magnetic interfaces which offer reliable, self-mating, easily detachable connections.

Unlike other connectors currently on the market, magnetic connectors are a safe and helpful solution when a quick disconnect is essential or if accidental damage to connectors or cables is likely based on surroundings or environment.

The Multicomp Pro Magnetic Connectors were developed and designed to meet the quality standards engineers require alongside the value they need. The connectors are incredibly versatile and can be leveraged in a variety of industries including but not limited to:

·         Medical / Healthcare

·         Power Management

·         Maker & Education

·         Industrial

·         Computer Peripherals

·         Wearables

“We are extremely proud to be the exclusive distributor of Multicomp Pro products and are thrilled to be offering Magnetic Connectors which are truly innovative and changing the connector landscape,” said Gareth James, Senior Manager, Private Label at Newark. “The simple-to-use connectors prove a great solution when needing a two-contact connector that can rotate a full 360 degrees without losing electricity.”

The reliability and versatility of the magnetic connectors make these products unique in the grand scope of current connectors and they can be adapted for a variety of products and environments. The Multicomp Pro Magnetic Connector MP002495 is a current best seller from Newark which allows the connector to rotate a full 360 degrees without loss of the electrical connection. The MP002495 has an IP67 rating and is designed for extra-low voltage applications such as battery charging with a rated current of 5A at 30V AC/DC.

The magnetic connectors and other Multicomp Pro products can be found and purchased here: https://www.newark.com/c/connectors/magnetic-connectors-cable-assemblies/prl/results?brand=multicomp-pro

Newark announced it has expanded its inventory of Multicomp Pro products to offer customers everything they need for their industrial control panels.

“Control panels are the hearts and brains of industrial designs and are essential to keeping operations running safely and reliably,” said Cliff Ortmeyer, Global Head of Technical Marketing at Newark. “We’re thrilled to be able to offer this extensive linecard of Multicomp Pro products to help engineers find everything they need to build and maintain high-quality control panels at an affordable price.”

Newark’s line of Multicomp Pro products provides everything from the exterior enclosures and cabinets to the cables, stop switches and wires, circuit protection, DIN rails, terminals, relays, and converters that go into industrial control panels. Newark’s line of Multicomp Pro also offers the cable management, cable ties, and heat shrink needed for safe industrial design. In addition to the wide range of products, Newark’s line of Multicomp Pro has added new software, which is now available to help engineers label their control panel cables, and all the test equipment and hand tools engineers need for maintenance and repair.

Some of the new Multicomp Pro products available for control panel building and design include:

• DIN Rail Power Supplies
• Industrial Switches
• Indicator Lights
• Wire and Connectors

Multicomp Pro has also extended its range in Industrial Connectors offering ruggedized interconnect products including environmentally sealed products for outdoor applications, miniature connectors for space-limited projects, and snap-in connectivity for ease of use. These new ranges are suited to Automation, Process & Control, Medical, Test & Measurement plus many more applications.

Multicomp Pro is developed by engineers for engineers and features products and components that meet the quality standards engineers require and the value they need to build and maintain industrial control panels at a lower cost without sacrificing quality.

Newark customers can explore the expanded Multicomp Pro product offerings and learn more about how Newark can help them build quality industrial control panels for less at: https://www.newark.com/mpro-production-supplies.

Newark, an Avnet Company and global distributor of electronic components, products and solutions, is now offering fully customisable high-end IP67 electronics enclosure solutions from its private label brand Multicomp Pro. Using a unique and intuitive online tool available on Farnell’s website, customers can now create a custom enclosure in minutes, moving from prototype into full production from a single configuration.

IoT developments are growing exponentially as many companies look to tap into the benefits of the technology. Sourcing a suitable enclosure is often left until late in the new product design process which can present packaging challenges and impact performance. In addition to this, standard off-the-shelf enclosures are rarely suitable for mission critical IoT applications. Current enclosure options available to designers seldom offer the durability, robustness and protection required for the end applications. A cost effective, fast turnaround custom enclosure is the ideal solution for design engineers tasked with critical builds on a finite budget.

The online configuration typically takes around five minutes, saving engineers many hours of work sourcing approved components from multiple sources. Customers can now easily and efficiently source the required solution to support IoT and other mission critical applications used in Intelligent Transportation (ITS), connected vehicles (V2X, CV2X, RSU 4.1), rail track and tunnel monitoring, mobile security, smart cities and agriculture, and more.

Benefits of the Multicomp Pro customisable enclosure range now available from Newark include:

• Quick quoting within 5 business days and delivery in less than four weeks.
• Use of standard or N Type IP67 antennas to enable GPS/GNSS, Wi-Fi, LTE, DSRC and LoRa.
• Access to a range of I/O modules including USB, Cat5, Cat6, SIM and power.
• mSmart-box enclosure solutions providing a reliable IP67, EN60950-22-Ready, modular concept specifically tailored to needs within days of initial contact.
• Enclosures are tough and hard-wearing, with integrated Gore® valves, Sur Tec 650 anti-corrosion coating and 100 per cent IP67 guaranteed.
• Customisation of colour, cable length and more.

Gareth James, Senior Product Manager, Private Label at Newark, said: “This new offering demonstrates Newark’s continued commitment to our customers in the IoT space and ensures we deliver valuable solutions that support the design process. We recognise that our customers all have different requirements, and we can now offer bespoke, unique enclosures that can be configured exactly to their needs in a matter of minutes. The quick and intuitive online customisation tool is the most recent in a long list of new engineering resources we have added to our online offering. Our Multicomp Pro range is recognised as the engineer’s choice because it represents market-leading value for money without comprising on quality. Adding custom enclosures to our range ensures customers have access to tailored solutions to achieve their designs at the low prices they expect from Multicomp Pro.”

Newark’s Multicomp Pro brand provides reduced upfront and product-lifetime costs compared to other brands, making the range an ideal choice for equipping design and development labs, service facilities and educational establishments where budgets may be restricted. The range is also a suitable option for OEMs and CEMs seeking added value from sourcing lower cost, production-grade components. The Multicomp Pro range includes more than 60,000 products and is suitable for engineers at any level, with average savings of up to 30 per cent compared to branded products.

Custom enclosures are just the latest in a range of customisation services offered by Newark, including custom cables and components, to make replacing obsolete or hard-to-find parts as easy as possible.

Multicomp Pro custom enclosures can be configured and ordered from Farnell in EMEA, Newark in North America and element14 in APAC.