I/O connector supports 10Gbps Cat6A for Industry 4.0

Hirose’s IEC PAS 61076-3-124-compliant IX Series I/O connector consists of a plug and receptacle that support CAT5e and CAT6a cabling.

With continuous, 360-degree shielding against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electrostatic discharge (ESD), the IX Series provides secure high-speed transmission rates up to 10Gbps.

The snap-in I/O connector has a positive metal lock with a preload spring mechanism that provides a clear tactile click and ensures complete, secure mating.

The preloaded springs are designed to prevent unintended cable removal and to extend the operating life to more than 5,000 mating/unmating cycles.

The connector requires just one fourth of the installation area of RJ45 solutions, and saves space up to 28% compared to similar snap-in I/O connectors.

The narrow width of the receptacle is particularly beneficial when multiple connectors are positioned side-by-side on a single PCB.

The receptacle shell is mounted on the PCB via through-hole solder legs to enhance PCB retention and to resist the wrenching of the cable assembly, helping to protect the SMT leads.

The single plug shell integrates a wire-termination unit and cable clamp, which prevents the connecting part of the cable assembly from being affected by the load on the cable.

The IX Series I/O connector has a rated current of 0.5A (all pins), 1A (any two pins), and 2A (pin No. 1 and No. 8 only), an operating temperature range of minus 40 to 80 degrees Celsius, and a rated voltage of 30V AC.