Your challenge

Crimping methods during production of electrical connectors

Electrical connectors are required to transfer electricity between different components or devices. Crimping ensures reliable contact between conductive parts but can generate stress and damage to the material.
 

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Our solution

High-resolution Synchrotron-CT of crimped electrical connectors

Synchrotron-CT is an analytical technique that allows to resolve cracks, deformation and other types of material damage in three dimensions and down to a few micrometers in resolution.

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Answers to the most frequently asked questions

Synchrotron-CT has been applied to both male-female crimping and screw-cable crimping type of connectors.
 

Synchrotron-CT provides a high-resolution three-dimensional representation of the sample geometry and internal structures. Very thin cracks and subtle deformations can thus be visualized.
 

The high brilliance of Synchrotron X-rays enables non-destructive three-dimensional high-resolution analysis of hard elements such as steel, iron and copper.

 

By understanding the formation of cracks, deformation and other damage, industry can adapt their production processes to improve the final product.
 

Yes, of course. We are here to advise you without obligation and to find out whether we can support you. Please do not hesitate to contact us.
 

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Insights from customer projects

These projects show how we work with our customers to analyze complex material challenges and generate relevant insights using neutron and synchrotron techniques.

ANAXAM was an outstanding partner and, with its impressive expertise, made a significant contribution to the selection of measurement methods and the analysis of the results. Their support was a real asset to our project.”

Jacques Mieville, Product Innovation Manager,

Lemo S.A.
STÄUBLI

Stäubli Electrical Connectors AG

 

ANAXAM has helped us to develop a better understanding of the dynamics of the crimping process and to compare different available options. Thanks to its pragmatic approach and scientific excellence, ANAXAM has brought our research and development a step forward.”

Dr. Francesco Colonna, Head of Innovation

Stäubli Electrical Connectors AG

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