Industry 4.0
With Industry 4.0, robotic systems are transforming into collaborative partners, enhancing workflows and innovation. Robots, equipped with advanced sensors and AI, can handle complex tasks and optimize processes. Molex supports industrial robotics with connectivity solutions like high-voltage/high-current connectors, busbars, network interface cards and heavy-duty connectors, ensuring reliable performance in dynamic environments.
PowerWize
Industrial Automation equipment requires efficient power and cost management. The PowerWize Wire-to-Board/Wire-to-Busbar connectors offer low contact resistance and low voltage drop due to it’s multiple contact beams.
- Touch-safe individual silos protect and isolate each crimp contact to help ensure fingers cannot touch energized contacts.
- Optimal current-carrying capacity offers multiple contact beams to help ensure low contact resistance, low voltage drop and minimal heat generation at the contact interface.
- Field installable with battery-powered applicators enables on-site cable assembly fabrication for applications where cable assembly lengths are uncertain until installation is underway.
- Low mating and unmating forces enable operators to mate and unmate cable assemblies even in hard-to-reach or tight spaces.
Sentrality Pin and Socket Interconnect System
Molex’s Sentrality Pin and Socket Interconnect System offers high-current board-to-board, busbar-to-board and busbar-to-busbar connectors and provides a +/- 1.00mm radial self-alignment to overcome tolerance stack-up issues, making the system ideal for EV applications.
- Low contact resistance and low voltage drop providing minimal heat generation at the contact interface, resulting in higher current-carrying capacity compared to other contact designs.
- Incorporates Molex’s OmniGlide technology to provide +- 1.00mm radial self-alignment between the pin and socket during mating.
- Application-specific sockets can be created by relocating the socket flange anywhere along the length of the housing body, as well as application-specific pin lengths with no additional development costs.
- Sentrality pins and sockets are offered in a wide variety of board-attach options, suitable for either printed circuit boards or busbars, to provide design and manufacturing flexibility.
Micro-Change M12 Connectors and Cable Assemblies
Offering robust, compact and flexible connectivity solutions, the sealed Micro-Change M12 Connectors and Cable Assemblies enable data, signal, and power transmission for industrial sensors, actuators, and network infrastructure applications. They adhere to the industry-standard M12 form factor and comply with IEC specifications.
- Water-tight panel-mount design
- Heavy-duty die-cast construction and IEC 61076-2-101 compliant design
- Anti-vibration feature
- Rated 250V AC/DC, up to 4.0A
Network Interface Cards
Enable rapid, reliable communication between robotic systems and industrial networks. They enhance system performance by offloading network tasks and ensuring fast, synchronized data exchange.
- Enables real-time control
- Boosts performance and reliability
- Provides simultaneous execution of scanner and adapter operations
- Reduces the effort and time required to implement Molex Common Industrial Protocol Safety software stacks.
- Accesses devices in less than 500 milliseconds on activation
Squba
The Squba sealed wire-to-wire family offers higher current handling ability in a miniature size. This IP68 rated connector system supports up to 14 A of current with 16 to 24 AWG wire and 3.60mm and 1.80mm pitch to ensure a reliable connection even in wet conditions.
- Miniature size (3.60mm pitch)
- Protected low-profile
- Sealed components with IP68 NEMA rating
- Wraparound insulation crimp
- Primary lock enables 40N terminal retention
RF Connectors
Given the prevalence of digital technology in today’s ultra-connected world, it’s easy to overlook the critical importance of radio frequency (RF) transmission. Yet RF coaxial connectors and cables are essential for all types of wireless communication. Molex gives customers a comprehensive array of specialized solutions, optimized for a wide range of applications.
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Magnetic Jacks
Magnetic Jacks innovative connectivity solutions with magnetic coupling, ensuring secure and reliable connections in various electronic applications. They are ideal for environments where quick and easy connections are critical, enhancing both user experience and device functionality.
- Magnetic Coupling: Enables quick and secure connections, reducing wear and tear
- Self-Alignment: Ensures precise connections, minimizing user error
- Durability: Offers robust performance in high-use environments
- Ease of Use: Simplifies the connection process, enhancing user convenience
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports efficient and fast communication
- Versatile Design: Adaptable for various applications, increasing design flexibility
Nano-Change
Nano-Change M8 Connectors by Molex are designed for compact, high-performance connectivity in industrial applications. These connectors provide reliable electrical connections in harsh environments, making them ideal for sensors, actuators, and other automation equipment requiring robust and secure connections.
- Fits into space-constrained applications, optimizing design flexibility
- IP67 Rating: Ensures protection against dust and water, suitable for harsh environments
- Withstands industrial wear and tear, enhancing longevity
- 360° Shielding: Provides excellent EMI/RFI protection, ensuring signal integrity
- Easy Installation: Simplifies setup, reducing assembly time and labor costs
- Offers multiple pin options, accommodating diverse application needs
Fit Products
The Fit family of connectors from Molex support complete design flexibility from small pitch to high current. These products are designed with features like mechanical keying, terminal stability positive locking latches and scoop proof designs. This allows for same-circuit, multiple-connector use which eliminates the risk of cross mating, higher current carrying capability and more stability, as well as ensuring proper alignment full isolation.
Nano-Fit
- Pitch: 2.5 mm
- Current (up to): 8 A
- Wire gauge: 20 AWG to 26 AWG
Micro-Fit
- Pitch: 3 mm
- Current (up to): 10.5 A
- Wire gauge: 30 AWG to 18 AWG
Mini-Fit
- Pitch: 4.2 mm
- Current (up to): 13 A
- Wire gauge: 12 AWG to 28 AWG
Ultra-Fit
- Pitch: 3.5 mm
- Current (up to): 14 A
- Wire gauge: 16 AWG to 22 AWG
Mega-Fit
- Pitch: 5.7 mm
- Current (up to): 26 A
- Wire gauge: 12 AWG to 16 AWG
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