Colder Products Company will debut its new hybrid connector to integrate fluidics and electronics into a single connection point at the MD&M East show, June 8-10. The new Hybrid Connector eliminates the need for multiple connections and simplifies the user interface between remote tools and a device. Medical professionals can quickly change or replace modular tools, umbilicals or hand pieces that require power, signal, air or fluids in a wide range of medical device applications.

"Fluid and electrical connections are the key interface for the technician and can be critical to ensure that a device performs safely and effectively," said Jaime Erickson, engineering solutions manager. "Our hybrid technology simplifies these connections for the end user with a single easy-to-use connector."

The hybrid coupling set consists of a panel mount socket and a connector with an umbilical hose containing multiple fluid tubes and contact wires. Featuring dry break valve technology and high-cycle pin and socket electrical contacts, the Hybrid Connector also has an ergonomic twist-to-connect collar.

Hybrid couplings can be easily customized for a wide range of applications that require fluid and electronics including: diagnostic equipment, surgical tools, analytical instrumentation and hospital beds.

Colder Products Company, a world leader in the design and manufacture of quick disconnect couplings, will feature the Hybrid Connector and other new products at MD&M East (Booth #1755) in the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Attendees have the opportunity to meet with Colder experts and discuss coupling and fitting options for fluid handling applications.  

About Colder Products Company

Colder Products Company is a leading provider of quick disconnect couplings to industrial, life sciences and chemical handling markets. For a free catalog CD or more information, contact: Colder Products Company, 1001 Westgate Drive, St. Paul, MN 55114. Phone: 651-645-0091. Toll-free: 800-444-2474. Fax: 651-645-5404. Web: www.colder.com.