Bishop and Associates, Inc. has released a thirteen chapter research report providing the factors associated with the utilization of filtered electronic connectors in both military and commercial applications. Basic EMI,ESD, and EMP filter technologies are reviewed as well as current products from a variety of connector
manufacturers. Filter effectiveness test procedures as well as international standards involving emissions and susceptibility are discussed. Alternatives to the use of filtered connectors are also included. An extensive analysis of the markets for these products is detailed from a variety of perspectives including current market size, market share estimates of major suppliers as well as market forecasts extending to 2008. Although a great variety of custom connectors have been produced in filtered configurations, this report focuses on more common industry interfaces, which are available from multiple suppliers. Filtered
connectors are currently being produced by a large number of global suppliers, many of which serve small niche markets with custom fabricated products that may be an adjunct to their primary business. This report recognizes the fractured nature of the filtered connector market while focusing on the larger manufacturers
that lead in technology and sales. The key objectives of this report are to explore the issues associated with electromagnetic interference, electrostatic discharge, electromagnetic pulse and the technologies available to minimize their negative effects in electronic equipment. | 
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