Hirose Electric has announced that the ix Industrial connector series has been specified as a new standard interface connector for Ethernet applications by PROFINET (Process Field Network). The most recent PROFINET Cabling and Interconnection Technology Guideline has recently designated the ix Industrial mating interface as a new standard for Ethernet applications. Published in June 2021, […]
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High density FPC-to-board/board-to-board connectors support USB4 Gen2 transmission
Hirose has designed an innovative FPC-to-board/board-to-board connector series that offers high density mounting and space-savings. Supporting USB4 Gen2 (10Gbps) transmission for a wide range of portable electronic and consumer devices, the DF40 Series combines a 0.4 mm pitch with a mounting depth of only 3.68 mm. The robust DF40 Series connector features a superior stamped […]
Hirose reduces pitch of miniature back flip FPC connector
Hirose has launched a new miniature back flip flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector that further reduces PCB mounting area requirements in portable and consumer electronics. Featuring a reduced pitch of only 0.35 mm, 0.9 mm height, and 3.0 mm mounting depth, the TF42 Series combines small size with superior retention force. The unique back flip […]
FPC-to-board connector combines miniaturization with highly reliable 2-point contact design
Hirose has launched a flexible printed circuit (FPC) to board connector that delivers significant space savings and ultra-reliability required by manufacturers of portable electronic equipment. The low-profile KN13C Series has a pitch of only 0.4 mm, stacking height of 0.7 mm, and width of 2.5 mm. The KN13C enables OEMs to develop smaller devices without […]
Hybrid FPC-to-board connector combines low-profile with high-current capacity
Hirose has developed a hybrid flexible printed circuit (FPC) to board connector that offers significant space savings and high power capability. The low-profile BK13C series has a pitch of only 0.35 mm, stacking height of 0.6 mm, and width of 1.9 mm, enabling OEMs to reduce the size and cost of portable and wearable electronic […]
Hirose Electric USA names new President/COO
Hirose Electric USA has named Shinya (Sid) Tono as its new President/COO effective April 1. Tono has been with Hirose Electric for nearly 25 years, most recently as Senior Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Engineering responsible for global planning, marketing and growth. He will continue to serve as a strategic marketing and planning leader […]
Hirose showcases smaller, faster, better connector solutions at CES 2021
Most consumer electronic trends have been consistent for the past decade. Smaller devices with increased functionality wrapped up in rugged and durable package. Hirose continues to support these trends with new connector solutions that enable smaller, faster and better devices in portable/wearable, smart home and automotive markets. Hirose is introducing four products at CES 2021: […]
Low-profile 12G SDI connector features space-saving design
Hirose has expanded its compact coaxial connector offering to include a 75 Ohm, 4K/UHD transmission connector that enables internal wiring of equipment. The D.FL75 series supports 12G-SDI standard and SMPTE ST 2082-1 in an industry leading space saving design that only requires 4.0 x 4.0 mm printed circuit board mounting space. With a mating height […]
Miniature FPC connector for portable electronic applications
Hirose has developed a space saving flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector with a single-action lock for portable electronic applications. With a height of only 0.9 mm and a 0.3 mm pitch, the FH72 Series is suited for applications like consumer devices, gaming, industrial, medical, wearables and more. The FH72 series has a rugged design with […]
Waterproof USB Type C connector reduces footprint by up to 22%
Hirose has launched a rugged, waterproof USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector for applications that require miniaturization with resistance to liquid, vibration and/or shock. Requiring a mounting area 22% smaller than other receptacles on the market, the mid-mount CX90MW series offers reliable, high-speed performance in a PCB space-saving design. Rated to IPX8, the waterproof connector […]
