News

MIL-DTL-28748 Compliant Rectangular Rack and Panel Connectors Now Available
November 2018
We now have available Positronic’s high-density and standard density rectangular rack and panel connectors. With many versions compliant to MIL-DTL-28748 and SAE AS39029, these are rugged, high performance connectors designed to meet a wide range of demanding applications.
Come and See Us at at Professional MotorSport World Expo, Cologne on 7th-9th November 2018
October 2018
Once again Lane Motorsport will be at the PMW 2018 (stand number 6066) in Cologne where we will be showcasing our comprehensive portfolio of 8STA connectors and compatible accessories. Amongst the stock on show will be the tiny size 01 8STA series and modified connectors remodelled to suit our customer’s specific applications.
Environmentally Sealed D Sub-Miniature Connectors Available Now
October 2018
We can now announce the availability of Positronic’s environmentally sealed D-Subminiature connectors, which are designed for a wide range of applications where panel connections, for example, must be protected against environmental conditions such as dust and water.
HUBER+SUHNER and Lane Electronics Reach 20-year Distribution Milestone
October 2018
HUBER+SUHNER, an industry and technology leader in electrical and optical interconnection solutions, and Lane Electronics, the leading specialist connector distributor, are celebrating a distribution partnership that has reached the 20-year milestone.
Another Great Season for Loughborough’s Formula Student Team
October 2018
If you're a regular visitor to this site then you will know that Lane Motorsport provides interconnection solutions – primarily based on the Souriau 8STA platform – to the Formula Student team at Loughborough University (LU Motorsport).
Modifiable Souriau 8STA Connectors and Accessories Now Available
October 2018
Our motorsport division, Lane Motorsport, have now developed a facility in which the extremely small Souriau 01 8STA connector series can be modified and remodeled to suit a customer’s specific application.
Miniature 8STA High Power Circular Connectors Now In Stock
September 2018
Our Motorsport division have now made available Souriau 8STA high power circular connectors which are designed for specific applications where high performance, small size and light weight are key factors, such as the motorsport sector.
Range of Circular Connectors for Demanding Power Applications Now Available
August 2018
We are happy to announce that we now have available the Weald ElectronicsLMH series of bayonet coupling circular power connectors which are designed to meet the requirements of MIL-DTL-26482.
Come and See Us at DVD 2018, Millbrook Proving Ground on September 19 - 20
August 2018
Once again Lane Electroncis will be at the DVD 2018 Show (stand number C3-211) at the Millbrook Proving Ground on September 19 and 20 where we will be showcasing our comprehensive portfolio of vehicle connectors.
Short Lead Times for 38999-Based Fibre Optic Cable Assemblies
August 2018
We are very happy to announce that we can now offer an extremely quick turnaround service for standard and custom 38999-based fibre optic cable assemblies.
Two-Part M200 PCB Connectors Now Available
July 2018
Two high density, two-part PCB connector series' for board-to-board or cable-to-cable applications, where high resistance to vibration and extreme reliability are paramount, are now available from our online shop.
High-Reliability MIL-DTL-5015-Compliant Circular Connectors Now Available Online
July 2018
We are happy to make available two series of high reliability circular connectors manufactured by Weald Electronics and designed to meet the requirements of MIL-DTL-5015.
Connectors for Aerospace – It’s All About Standards and Performance
July 2018
As with the military sector, the choice of aerospace connector and how it is used is hugely influenced by standards and approvals, traceability and overall performance as well as the obvious weight and space saving considerations.
High Density Positronic D-Subminiature Connectors Can Accommodate Up To 104 Contacts
June 2018
We have made available several series of high reliability, high density D-Subminiature connectors that will suit many board to board, cable to cable or board and panel to cable or board applications.
Mains Power Circular Connectors Now Available
June 2018
We're very happy to introduce a new range of mains power circular connectors manufactured in the UK by our fellow Lodge Group company Weald Electronics.
Connector Assembly Tooling Now Available Online
June 2018
We now have available a wide selection of connector assembly tools, specifically for our ranges of Souriau D38999, micro38999 and 8STA connectors, available from our online store.
Comprehensive 8D/38999 Connector Package Now Available
June 2018
We can now supply from stock a comprehensive portfolio of Souriau 8D/38999 connectors, derivatives and accessories.
Miniature Cable and Chassis Circular Connectors Available Online
May 2018
We now have available several series of Neutrik cable and chassis connectors that will interest designers of professional audio and lighting systems as well as those involved in many industrial applications.
A New Dedicated Production Facility Has Doubled Our Fibre Assembly Capacity
May 2018
We have now launched a new fibre optic assembly facility which will handle the significant increase in demand for high performance fibre-based interconnection solutions that we have been experiencing. As well as fibre-optic patch cords and jump leads the new 1300ft² facility will also be equipped to help customers with their specific fibre optic connector assembly designs.
Sponsored Rider Sam Osborne Finds Going Challenging at Oulton Park
April 2018
Following a crash earlier this month at Snetterton, our sponsored racer Sam Osborne considered himself lucky to be able to get to, let alone ride at, Oulton Park. There was nothing wrong with his bike when he crashed, but he fractured his L3 (a vertebra located in the lower back portion of the spinal column) – ouch!!