* EXPANDED PRODUCT RANGE *
To further extend their product ranges IQC are now in a joint collaboration with French connector company Plug-In to manage the introduction of their range hermetically sealed connectors for high vacuum and pressure applications. These products especially developed for the avionics, defence and space simulation industries. The new range compliments ICQ's current connector product ranges and includes:

D-TYPE = Standard, High Density, Mixed Layout, Waterproof and filtered variants. Including a full range of hoods and mounting hardware accessories. Product Link: http://www.iqc.co.uk

MICRO AND NANO D = High specification multiway connectors for avionics and nano technology applications.
Product Link: http://www.iqc.co.uk/acatalog/D_Micro___Nano.html

MILITARY CIRCULAR CONNECTOR RANGES = MIL-C-5015 / MIL-C-38999 / MIL-C-26482/MIL-C-8372/MIL-C-85659/MIL-C-83513
Product Link: http://www.iqc.co.uk

DIN 41612. Standard and reverse versions Product Link: http://www.iqc.co.uk
0.1" (25.4mm) Headers and IDC Ribbon Cable Sockets. Product Link: http://www.iqc.co.uk

* WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT *
If you have followed any of the product links above then you will have noticed that we have updated our website. The new functionality enables a much more "user friendly" approach and increases the amount of technical and product information available to you. This will make your sourcing and purchasing decisions a lot easier and presents you with a larger range of products and specifications to choose from. We are constantly upgrading the site to ensure it caters for all the information and functions that you require - if you have any feedback we appreciate your comments, simply email us at newsletter@iqc.co.uk.

* OFFICE EXPANSION *
And finally, 2004 sees the commencement of works to extend our current site near Arundel. When completed, our stores and office facilities will double in size, allowing us to accommodate new product ranges, services and personnel as we continue to grow from strength to strength in the coming year.

* EXTENDED RANGE OF MIXED LAYOUT D CONNECTORS*

To meet the requirements of the now recovering UK electronics market, IQC have increased their extensive range of mixed layout D connectors. The series is now available in the full range of industry standard contact block configurations and can be supplied with:-

* Solder bucket
* Straight PCB
* Right angle PCB
* Pressfit contact terminations.

The use of precision turned contacts ensures signal integrity through the signal contact pins. IQC also hold stock of the high power, coaxial and high voltage inserts for use with this connector range. For full details of the ranges go to http://www.iqc.co.uk/acatalog/D_Sub_Mixed_Layout.html

* SMALL ORDERS FOR CUSTOM BUILT CONNECTORS*

Extended lead times, product obsolescence, rationalisation and minimum manufacturing quantities, all problems experienced on a daily basis when trying to source special connectors for custom applications.

At IQC International we have to facility to produce small order manufacturing runs of custom D sub-miniature connectors. Whether it be a combination of specialist plating and material requirements or just the fitting of mounting or latching hardware, IQC are capable of building and supplying components to meet your requirements.

IQC have also extended their capabilities to include the provision of cable assemblies, so if in the future you experience sourcing problems call us on 0870 013 0888 or Email us at sales@iqc.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

IQC have further enhanced their Military specification connector products to include the following ranges of circular multi-way
connectors:

MIL-C-5015
Readily accepted for an increasing range of industrial and high performance applications, this range of threaded coupling connectors was originally designed meet the demanding requirements of military avionics. A full range of shell size, contact configurations plus accessories is available.

MIL-C- 26482
IQC are able to supply the full Series 1 and 2 of this connector range which combines the high specifications of electrical, mechanical and environmental performance. The crimp termination of individual contacts combined with clip retention within the contact block provides ease of assembly.

MIL-C- 38999
Available in standard Series 1 to 4, 2 and 3, the series 2 being the lightweight, low profile variant, whilst series 1 and 3 offer the operational advantage of being 100% scoop proof. Full range of shell size, contact configurations and accessories are available.

IQC also provide a complete cabling service whereby customers can source complete and tested cable assemblies to their specification.