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Be prepared for the KEC No‑Obsolescence Guarantee

Be prepared for product discontinuation with KEC’s no-obsolescence guarantee.

The KEC KC2500 backshell series delivers long-term reliability and full traceability, designed for compatibility with industry-standard products and a no-obsolescence guarantee. Supporting constant force spring, band strap or no termination options, it’s a proven replacement for the Polamco 91 Series. Available now through Princeps, with expert cross-referencing for Glenair, Amphenol and TE/Polamco parts.

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Princeps Electronics announced as the New Global Stocking Distributor for KEC Limited range of EMC Circular Backshells.

Princeps Electronics announced as the New Global Stocking Distributor for KEC Limited range of EMC Circular Backshells.

The agreement was formally announced at the DSEI UK 2025 Defence Exhibition & Trade Show, held earlier this month at the London ExCeL arena. Princeps mission remains to streamline both the sourcing and technical offerings of fully traceable electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical components, supporting a global customer spanning many high reliability industries from its Harlow, UK premises.

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PRINCEPS X Harlow Rugby Club 🤝🏻✍️

PRINCEPS X Harlow Rugby Club

At Princeps, we’re passionate about supporting our local community just as much as we are about supporting global supply chains. That’s why we’re proud to continue our partnership with Harlow Rugby Club, backing the Men’s 1st XV and 2nd XV for the upcoming season.

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Princeps Electronics is now JOSCAR AU Accredited

Princeps goes global – now JOSCAR accredited in Australia!

We’re proud to announce that Princeps is now JOSCAR-accredited in Australia, further strengthening our international credentials in supplying high-reliability electronic components to the aerospace, defence, and security sectors.

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Princeps joins the The Society of Maritime Industries UK (SMI) Community

Princeps joins the The Society of Maritime Industries UK (SMI) Community as a New Member.

Princeps is proud to announce its membership in the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI), joining a respected network of UK-based...

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A Beacon of Careers Excellence in the Modern Education Landscape

May 2025

A Beacon of Careers Excellence in the Modern Education Landscape

Nestled in Harlow, BMAT STEM Academy, one of 44 UTCs, supported by the Baker Dearing Trust, is redefining what it means to prepare students for the future.

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Princeps has agreed its first international distribution agreement with C2S Aerospace

February 2025

Princeps appoints new distribution partner in Turkey and UAE

Princeps has agreed its first international distribution agreement with C2S Aerospace to represent them in Turkey and the UAE and strengthen its presence in these key markets.

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Princeps raised £4455.09 for Harlow Rugby Club

18 Nov 2024

Harlow Rugby Club sponsored match day

In total we managed to raise £4455.09 at the Harlow Rugby Club sponsored match day.

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Princeps extends corporate sponsorship of Harlow Rugby Club

31 SEP 2024

Princeps strengthens its community ties with Harlow Rugby.

Founded in Harlow in 2006, Princeps has been a proud supporter of Harlow Rugby Club since the 2020/21 season, serving as a kit sponsor to its 1st and 2nd XV men's teams.

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Princeps showcasing sourcing, procurement & supply chain services at DPRTE 2024

20 Mar 2024

Princeps to showcase its value-added sourcing, procurement & supply chain services at DPRTE 2024

Visitors can learn about Princeps’ service offering for secure, fully traceable sourcing – including hard-to-find & obsolete parts – for hi-rel defence applications.

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Princeps signs agreement with COAX Connectors

9 Mar 2024

Princeps & high-performance RF connector manufacturer, COAX Connectors ink distribution agreement

Straight & angled RF connectors featuring latest RF technologies in standard and alternative finishes at competitive prices.

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Princeps signs partnership with power supply expert On-Systems

9 Mar 2024

Princeps signs partnership agreement with rugged power supply expert, on-systems

Princeps will stock & supply standard power supply units, freeing up on-systems to focus on design & development of custom & bespoke power system solutions.

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Princeps invests in & expands anti-counterfeiting facilities

1 Nov 2022

Princeps invests in & expands anti-counterfeiting facilities; supplies fully traceable difficult-to-source & obsolete components

One of only a handful of UK distributors to hold AS6081; global sourcing for aerospace, defence, energy, transporation sectors.

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Princeps appointed by leading EMC interconnect manufacturer, KEC

8 Aug 2022

Princeps appointed by leading EMC interconnect manufacturer, KEC

Full range of shielded connectors, backshells, bulkhead glands and EMC products now available at Princeps on short lead times; competitively-priced; parts matching service.

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Princeps appoints David Nash as Sales Director

1 Aug 2022

Princeps appoints David Nash as Sales Director to spearhead expansion as demand for fully-traceable EEE components surges

Princeps, the accredited specialist distributor of obsolete & difficult-to-source electronic, electrical & e-mech components for advanced industries, has appointed David Nash as Sales Director.

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Princeps signs distribution agreement with Hammond Manufacturing

1 Aug 2022

Princeps signs distribution agreement with Hammond Manufacturing; offers full standard range of Hammond electrical enclosures and customisation services

Thousands of models available in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, polycarbonate, GRP & ABS; customisation includes cut-outs, alternative materials, punching and drilling; silk screening and more.

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