New 3M IEEE 1394-Compliant I/O Connectors in Stock at Digi-Key

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--(Business Wire)--
Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation, recognized by design
engineers as having the industry`s broadest selection of electronic components
available for immediate shipment, announced today available stock on 3M`s new
I/O connectors that conform to the popular IEEE 1394 - 1995 standard.

IEEE 1394-compatible, 6-pin I/O connectors and accessories available for
immediate shipment from Digi-Key`s global websites include:

* 3E106 Series right angle, upright, through-hole plug (male) (Digi-Key part#
3M9422-ND)
* 3E106 Series right angle, vertical, through-hole (male) (Digi-Key part#
3M9423-ND)
* 3E106 Series right angle, horizontal, through-hole plug (male) (Digi-Key part#
3M9424-ND)
* 3E206 Series wiremount receptacle (female) (Digi-Key part# 3M9420-ND)
* 3E306 Series shell kit for receptacle (Digi-Key part# 3M9421-ND)

In addition to their availability on Digi-Key`s websites, these products will be
featured in future print and online catalogs.

This latest addition to the family of I/O connectors from 3M Electronic
Solutions Division, these new connectors and accessories are 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 visual 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.

To learn more about these new products, view Digi-Key`s PTM Online…On Demand
product training module, "3M Input/Output Connector Systems Primer."

About Digi-Key Corporation

One of the world`s fastest growing distributors of electronic components,
Digi-Key has earned its reputation as an industry leader through its total
commitment to service and performance. As a full-service provider of both
prototype/design and production quantities of electronic components, Digi-Key
has been ranked #1 for Overall Performance for 17 consecutive years from among
the nation`s more than 200 distributors (EE Times Distribution Study/August
2008). Offering more than 1.5 million products from more than 400 quality
name-brand manufacturers, Digi-Key`s commitment to inventory is unparalleled.
Access to the company`s broad product offering is available 24/7 at Digi-Key`s
top-rated website, www.digikey.com.

About 3M Electronic Solutions Division

3M Electronic 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 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.

Editorial Contact for Digi-Key Corporation
Lesley Harmoning, 218-681-8000, Ext 1656
Manager, Advertising
lesley.harmoning@digikey.com

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