3M Introduces IEEE 1394-Compliant I/O Connectors

AUSTIN, Texas--(Business Wire)--
For design engineers working with machine vision and industrial control
applications, 3M now offers I/O connectors that conform to the popular IEEE 1394
- 1995 standard.

The latest addition to the family of I/O connectors from 3M Electronic Solutions
Division, the new IEEE 1394 connectors from 3M consist of an assortment of 6-pin
shielded I/O connectors and accessories. Built around a robust ribbon-style
contact interface for reliable repetitive plug/unplug applications, the
connector is capable of carrying either signal or power, allowing designers
flexibility in the location of power supplies to peripheral devices.

All IEEE 1394 connectors from 3M are shielded for increased resistance to
EMI/RFI, critical for use in sensitive control and vision applications. Though
designed specifically to suit the challenging demands of machine vision and
industrial control factory environments, the robust-connection,
vibration-resistance and secure-latching features of the IEEE 1394 connectors
from 3M make them suitable for an even wider variety of applications, including
communications and specialty computing.

Additional features include RoHS compliance*; quick-release secure latching
system for easy connect and disconnect in repetitive plug and unplug
applications; and the ability to accept a wide range of wire gauges.
Configurations include right-angle, upright through-hole plug (male) and
right-angle, horizontal through-hole plug (male) for boardmount connectors and
wiremount receptacles (female) with applicable latching shell kit.

About 3M Electronic Solutions Division

3M Electronics Solutions Division offers innovative solutions to the electronics
market, such as static control products; copper interconnect systems; cables and
cable assemblies; carrier and cover tapes and trays; flexible circuits; embedded
capacitor materials; and Textool brand test and burn-in sockets. For more
information on interconnect solutions available from the 3M Electronic Solutions
Division, visit www.3minterconnects.com.

About 3M

A recognized leader in research and development, 3M produces thousands of
innovative products for dozens of diverse markets. 3M's core strength is
applying its more than 40 distinct technology platforms - often in combination -
to a wide array of customer needs. With $24 billion in sales, 3M employs 79,000
people worldwide and has operations in more than 60 countries. For more
information, visit www.3M.com.

*"RoHS Compliant 2002/95/EC" means that the product or part ("Product") does not
contain any of the substances in excess of the maximum concentration values in
EU Directive 2002/95/EC, as amended by Commission Decision 2005/618/EC, unless
the substance is in an application that is exempt under EU RoHS. This
information represents 3M's knowledge and belief, which may be based in whole or
in part on information provided by third party suppliers to 3M.

In the event any product is proven not to conform with 3M's Regulatory
Information Appendix, then 3M's entire liability and Buyer's exclusive remedy
will be in accordance with the Warranty stated below.

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Editors: Electronic images available upon request. Please contact Jane Kovacs at
jkovacs@3M.com.

Release Summary:

For design engineers working with machine vision and industrial control
applications, 3M now offers I/O connectors that conform to the popular IEEE 1394
1995 standard.

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