News

MIL-DTL-26482 type connectors from Weald Electronics, with availability our customers can count on
June 2025
New LMA69 and LMA79 series of Weald Electronics connector backshells now available from stock in a wide range of sizes and finishes
May 2025
LMR Series Rack and Panel Connectors offer alternative to obsolete ITW McMurdo Connectors RED Range
March 2025
Our LMR Series of rack and panel connectors provide a form, fit and function alternative to the ITW McMurdo Connectors RED Range which was made obsolete in 2024. They are now available from our Online Store.
Versatile and rugged LMH circular connectors from Weald Electronics
February 2025
Our LMH Range miniature bayonet locking connectors are manufactured to meet the requirements of BS9522 F0017, BS/CECC 75201-003 and MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1 military specification. They are available with a wide range of accessories, including LMA19D series RFI/EMI shielding, strain relief heat shrink boot backshells and LMD7000 series metal dust caps.
Hundreds of HUBER+SUHNER products available from stock and available to order 24/7 from webshop
February 2025
We have increased our stockholding of HUBER+SUHNER products and can now offer our customers many hundreds of parts for fast delivery from our e-commerce webshop.
Weald Electronics accredited as CINCH Fibreco® termination and assembly partner
January 2025
We are pleased to announce that our portfolio of fibre-optic connectors has been increased with the recent accreditation of Weald Electronics by Cinch Connectivity Solutions Ltd as a termination and assembly partner for the Fibreco® family of high-performance, high-reliability expanded beam fibre-optic connectors and deployable cable assemblies.
Lane Electronics attending Electronics Live Exhibition 2025
January 2025
Lane Electronics is pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at this year’s Electronics Live exhibition being held in Birmingham on January 22nd, 2025. This new, free to attend, show is dedicated to showcasing the latest technology in the electronic components supply chain.
Lane Motorsport returns to the Autosport Engineering Show 2025
January 2025
Our motorsport division Lane Motorsport, will be exhibiting at Autosport Engineering Show 2025.
We are showcasing our wide range of high-quality connectors and accessories at EDS 2024
September 2024
Come and say hello – we are on stand number B5 Electronic Design Show 9-10 OCTOBER 2024 Coventry Building Society Arena
Phil McDavitt appointed as Strategic Business Manager
September 2024
We are pleased to announce that Phil McDavitt has joined us in the new role of Strategic Business Manager for our RF and Fibre-Optic connector products.
DVD2024 – the Defence Industry Exhibition
August 2024
We are returning to DVD2024, on September 18th and 19th at the Millbrook Proving Ground in Bedfordshire. DVD2024 is an ideal exhibition to showcase our extensive portfolio of robust and waterproof connectors for defence and harsh industrial applications. We are looking forward to welcoming visitors to our stand where a comprehensive array of display samples and technical documentation will be available to consider.
Weald LMF and LMG Threaded coupling circular connectors designed for use in exposed environments from Lane Electronics
July 2024
Lane Electronics can now offer the LMF and LMG families of connectors and accessories manufactured in the UK by Weald Electronics.
Cinch Connectivity Solutions’ Fibreco® Junior range of expanded beam fibre optic connectors available with MIL and Commercial specifications
June 2024
We are pleased to announce that the popular Fibreco® Junior Expanded Beam Connectors from Cinch is now available to buy from stock direct from our sales department and also from our on-line store.
Gold Tier Supplier award from BAE Systems
May 2024
We have been presented with a prestigious Gold Tier Award for exceptional performance and contributions to supply chain success for BAE Systems, Inc.’s Electronic Systems sector in 2023.
FC Lane Electronics JOSCAR accreditation renewed for 2024/2025
May 2024
We have once again satisfied all the requirements required to become fully registered on the JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) accreditation register as set out by the participating buying organisations.
Weald Electronics LMH range of Bayonet Coupling Connectors meet the requirements of MIL-DTL-26482
April 2024
The UK manufactured Weald LMH range of bayonet coupling connectors provide a cost-effective combination of price, size, weight, contact size, robustness and reliable quick-connect and are designed to perform to the requirements of MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1.
Souriau ELIO Fibre-Optic Connectors now available from stock
March 2024
We are a premium distributor for the Souriau range of connectors by EATON, a world leader in high-performance interconnect technologies. And are pleased to be able supply their market leading product, the 8D / MIL-DTL-38999 Series III ELIO range of fibre optic connectors from stock.
UK manufactured high reliability connectors and backshells from Weald Electronics
March 2024
Weald Electronics is a major UK manufacturer of electrical connectors and accessories for defence and demanding industrial applications and lead the way in high performance interconnection solutions based on MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015 and MIL-DTL-26482 specifications.
With great sadness we announce the passing of Mr Frederick Lane, our founder and Chairman
February 2024
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our founder and Chairman Mr Frederick Lane. Fred Lane was a key figure and inspirational leader within the Electronics Distribution Industry for nearly 60 years. He will be greatly missed by the directors and all staff at FC Lane Electronics, Lane Motorsport and Weald Electronics, the group of companies he led. We all extend our deepest sympathy to his wife and family at this sad time.
We stock a wide range of HUBER+SUHNER connectors, cables, antennas and accessories
January 2024
HUBER+SUHNER are a globally recognised provider of high-performance connectors for the transmission of both analogue and digital signals. We hold extensive stocks of their RF miniature, subminiature and microminiature connectors, and can supply coaxial and microwave cables and cable assemblies on short lead times.