MACHFORCE BLACK ZINC NICKEL AND ELECTROLESS NICKEL PLATING OPTIONS NOW AVAILABLE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PIC Wire & Cable Expands MACHFORCE^® Connectors with new RoHS-Compliant Plating Options for Aerospace and Defense.

[Waukesha, WI November 7th, 2025] - PIC Wire & Cable, a leading provider of aerospace and defense interconnect solutions, has expanded its MACHFORCE Connectors line with two new RoHS compliant plating options: Black Zinc Nickel and Electroless Nickel. These options join the existing Olive Drab Cadmium finish and give customers three durable choices to meet global performance and environmental requirements. 

About MACHFORCE

MACHFORCE connectors are advanced D38999-style high speed Ethernet connectors engineered for rugged aerospace and defense systems. They support up to 10 ports of 10G Ethernet using 4 pair cables. The design maximized bandwidth while minimizing size and weight, making it idea for space and weight constrained platforms such as aircraft and ground vehicles. 

MACHFORCE maintains Cat6a performance and is built for durability, easy installation, and field repair. PIC Wire & Cable continues to invest in MACHFORCE to support both current and future customer needs with reliable, high performance interconnect solutions. 

Product Highlights

Expanded Plating Options
Black Zinc Nickel and Electroless Nickel are now available along with Olive Drab Cadmium. These finishes provide improved corrosion resistance and meet RoHS compliance for international programs. 

High Port Density
Supports up to 10 ports of 10G Ethernet in one connector, allowing high data transfer while saving space and reducing weight. 

Linear High Speed Module Design
Uses standard tools and 22D pins and sockets for quick termination and field repair. This helps reduce labor time and system downtime.

Availability 
MACHFORCE connectors and all plating options are available to quote now. Contact PIC Wire & Cable at 800.742.3191 or email sales@theangeluscorp.com to request a quote or learn more.