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Molex High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) - Leading the industry as the first manufacturer of the HDMI Micro Type D connector, the world's smallest standard I/O interconnect to deliver high-definition video and images from digital cameras and mobile devices to flat-panel screens
XRC sealed, plastic-circular connectors meet the demanding requirements of the transportation markets - These economical, rugged, sealed, circular connectors are ideal for heavy-duty applications such as trucks, buses and agricultural markets.
Molex Micro SATA Connectors - Molex introduces the Micro Serial ATA ( SATA ) interconnect solution for 1.8" form factor drives and backplane applications.
iPass+™ High-Speed Channel (HSC) CXP Copper and Optical System - The CXP system enables twelve channels of 10 Gbps data, for up to 120 Gbps of total bandwidth, resulting in one of the fastest and densest I/O's on the market today
Molex Introduces MX123 - Molex’s Innovative MX123 Fully Sealed Interconnect System Optimized for Transportation Power-Train Applications.
Increased Crimping Flexibility, Reduced Costs with these products from Molex - The Tape-Terminal Crimp Module and Tape Terminal Press from Molex will reduce tooling investments, reduce setup times and allow you more production flexibility.
Molex Introduces Mini-Fit H2O Sealed Interconnect System - The sealed Mini-Fit H2O™ IP67 -rated system with pre-installed, seals meet the need for weatherproof, compact connections in wire-to-wire applications up to 9.0A per circuit. The Mini-Fit H2O™ mid-range power connector is designed for use in weatherproof applications that require a sealed system.
Molex Announces that it has Acquired Fuchigami Micro - Molex buys Fuchigami Micro to bolster Micro Product leadership and creates a new business unit within its Micro Products Division called Molex Kiire.
Molex Announces FlexBeam Tool-Less Copper Flex Interposer - Molex introduces HD&S Interposer With Neoconix's PCBeam Interconnect Technology
Molex Introduces New 85 Ohm Addition to Impact Backplane Connector System - Molex introduces ImpactTM 85 Ohm, the latest addition to its Impact backplane connector family of products
Molex Introduces HyperJack 1000 Power Over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) Integrated Connector Module (ICM) - Molex leads the market with the first PoE+ Integrated Connector Module with Embedded PoE+ Controller
Molex Incorporated Announces Molex LumaCore-Based Interconnects Can Incorporate Polymicro’s Large Core Optical Fibers - Molex fiber optical (LumaCore) Terminus System now integrates Polymicro large core optical fibers
Molex Unveils EdgeLine 12.5 Gbps Edge Card and CoPlanar Connectors - Molex’s EdgeLine 12.5 Gbps Edge Card and CoPlanar connectors are a flexible and scalable solution for a wide variety of low-to mid-range telecom, computing, and storage applications
Molex Announces LaneLink DDR InfiniBandTM Cable Assemblies - Molex's LaneLinkTM DDR InfiniBandTM cable assemblies provide system speeds up to 40 Gbps over eight differential cable pairs
Molex Introduces World's Smallest FPC Connector and Wins Innovation Award for PCB Adhesion - Molex introduces new SMT ZIF 0.25mm (.010") pitch FPC connector, the smallest on the market today
Molex to Receive Emmy® Award for Leadership in the Development of High-Definition Television (HDTV) Technology - Emmy win confirms Molex’s position as industry leader in innovative connector solutions for the consumer electronics industry
Molex Announces HSAutoLinkTM which Fully Supports 1394 Trade Association Copper Automotive Specification - Molex announces that its HSAutoLinkTM cable connection system fully supports the new 1394 Trade Association Automotive specification for copper cabling media
Molex Incorporated Announces that Its Connector Solutions were Adopted as the InfiniBandTM CXP 12x QDR and QSFP 4x QDR Standards - Molex Incorporated announces its integrated connectors enable InfiniBand to double its data rate and port density for high-bandwidth applications
Molex Designs Sealed, High-Density, Wire-To-Board, CMC Hybrid Connectors - Molex expands its CMC (Connectors Modular for Controllers) product line
Molex Incorporated Introduces World’s Smallest FPC Connector that Offers Secure Contact Retention - Molex Incorporated introduces new SMT ZIF (zero insertion force) connector that offers the smallest overall size in terms of height, depth and length of any FPC connector in the market today
Molex Incorporated Announces Customized Capacitive Switch and Sensing Products Now Available - Molex Incorporated announces the availability of capacitive switch and proximity sensing solutions in its next generation of user interfaces
Molex Incorporated Introduces SEARAY Slim - Molex Incorporated introduces SEARAY Slim, a four-row, high-speed connector that offers flexibility and headroom for next-generation protocol improvements
Molex Incorporated Introduces a New Series of MicroSD Card Connectors - Molex Incorporated introduces a new series of microSD card connectors that offer additional features to help control card ejection in mobile and compact devices
Molex Incorporated Announces New SMT Attach Method that Enhances Yields and Lowers Applied Costs for OEMs - Molex Incorporated solder charge technology offers multiple benefits over standard BGA attachments
Molex Introduces Next-Generation KK Terminal to Meet Increasing Electrical Current Requirements - The MarKK™ terminal from Molex is the next-generation product in the KK® terminal offering, designed to meet the demand for increased current-carrying capability.
Molex Introduces FlexPlane Optical Circuitry Providing High-Density Optical Routing on PCBs or Backplanes - Molex introduces new routing configurations to the FlexPlane™ optical flex circuitry for high fiber-count interconnects in backplanes and cross-connect systems
Molex Incorporated Introduces Integrated, Dual Port 26-Circuit Stacked Connector - Molex Incorporated Introduces Integrated, Dual Port 26-Circuit Stacked Connector for the growing server-storage market
Molex Incorporated Introduces CLIK-Mate 2.00mm SMT Connectors - Molex Incorporated introduces a new series of 2.00mm (.079”) pitch SMT wire-to-board connectors designed for applications that require secure electrical contact.
Molex Incorporated Leads Connector and Cable Design for DisplayPort 1.1 Standard - Molex Incorporated, in accordance to the requirements outlined by VESA, has developed the external DisplayPort Interconnect System.
Molex Impact Reference Backplane Achieves 15 Gbps NRZ over 1.0 Meter Channel - Molex Impact reference backplane achieves 15 Gbps NRZ over 1.0 meter channel using Avago Technologies’ 65nm embedded SerDes
Molex Incorporated Showcases EXTreme Power Series for High-Current Applications - Molex Incorporated's EXTreme Power series for high-current applications give system designers the ability to maximize their power interconnect needs
Molex Incorporated I-Trac Orthogonal and QSFP Interface - Molex Incorporated showcases I-Trac Orthogonal and QSFP interface at DesignCon 2008
Molex Incorporated Announces Impact High Speed, High Density Backplane Connector System - Molex Incorporated developed the Impact backplane connector system designed to meet the next generation requirements of telecommunications and data networking equipment.
Molex Incorporated Announces Immediate Availability of the Copper Flex Assembly with HD&S PC Beam Interposer - Molex Incorporated and Neoconix have partnered to deliver a flexible, copper-based high-density and speed (HD&S) interposer.
Molex offers high-density, high-speed mezzanine connector solutions - Molex Incorporated has announced the availability of new HD Mezz™ and SEARAY* board-to-board connectors for applications with high pin-count devices on mezzanine cards or module printed circuit boards (PCB).
Molex to showcase products at DesignCon 2008 - Molex Incorporated announced today that it will conduct several live demonstrations featuring its newest and highest performing interconnect solutions at DesignCon 2008, February 4-7.
Molex Incorporated partners with Samtec, Inc. to supply Telecom and related markets with AMC.0 B+ and MicroTCA Connectors - Molex Incorporated and Samtec, Inc. announced today a joint effort to offer AdvancedMC™ (AMC.0 B+) and MicroTCA connectors, identical in form fit and function, to ensure an increased supply and availability of these connectors to a growing market.
Molex Introduces AMC.0 B+ Connectors to meet Advanced TCA Specifications for High-Speed Interconnects - As the market for high-speed interconnect technologies continues to grow, Molex Incorporated introduces its new 170-circuit AdvancedMC connector solution for 12.5 Gbps NRZ signal transmission. Molex AMC.0 B+ connectors support PIGMG AdvancedTCA industry specifications for next-generation mezzanine cards and are well-suited for a wide range of applications.
Molex Mini-Fit RTC Headers for RoHS Reflow Temperature Capability
Molex Incorporated and ColorChip Join Forces in Developing the Next Generation of Pluggable Transceivers on PLC Platforms - ColorChip, a leading manufacturer of glass-based Planer Lightwave Circuit (PLC) chips and modules for the Fiber To The Home (FTTH) networks and Molex® Incorporated have agreed to develop next generation pluggable PLC transceiver platforms for the FTTH and datacom markets. The pair will launch their partnership at ECOC, September 16-20, Berlin, Germany (booths 12067 and 12068).
Molex Expands Copper Flex Circuit and Assembly Production Capability - Molex Copper Flex assemblies provide solutions for a wide array of packaging problems, including situations where high signal speed, low loss and real estate are essential.
Molex Pico-Clasp Wire-to-Board Connectors Offer Space Saving Solutions for Flat Panel Display Systems - Industry estimates show that flat panel display (FPD) 2006 revenues exceeded $84 billion, amounting to a 13 percent increase from last year. The micro technology behind this growing industry allows television and computer monitors to be smaller in weight and size and is constantly driven by new marketplace demands.
Molex LPH Hybrid Right-Angle Connectors Bring More Power to Smaller Spaces - As constant demands for size reduction increase the need for more compact designs in power solutions, engineers are looking for systems that offer more power in a reduced space. As a result, Molex has introduced its new LPH™ Low-Profile Hybrid Right-Angle Connector, designed to reduce space and lower costs, compared to traditional power interconnects.
Molex Micro-USB Connectors Set Standard For Sleeker Mobile Devices - Molex Incorporated recently introduced its latest Micro-USB connectors that allow increased design flexibility and compactness in portable mobile devices. These new connectors are setting the standard for new and future portable devices, which are becoming so thin that the current Mini-USB no longer fits the design constraints.
Molex and the Medical Industry - Molex's broad portfolio, combined with their comprehensive expertise, provides unlimited possibilities for applications in the medical electronics industry.
Molex Expands Fiber Optic EMI Adapters Product Line - Molex expands its Fiber Optic EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) Shielding Adapters product line to allow for more design flexibility.
Molex Adds Multi-Fiber and Single-Fiber Versions to its Rugged, High-Performance Optical Industrial Connector System - Molex has added two new connectors to its Optical Industrial IP67-rated sealed system offering. The multi-fiber push-on connector (MPO) and subscriber connector (SC) provide customers more solutions for applying optical connectors in harsh environments. The SC version is available in single-fiber, while the MPO version is offered in 8 to12 fiber counts.
Molex Expands Industrial Product Line to Include Sealed SFP Assemblies - Molex has introduced the Sealed SFP Assemblies in response to customer requests to have the ability to incorporate SFP transceivers into sealed panel mounted receptacles. These new solutions also meet a market need for upgrades from a copper Ethernet system to an optical transceiver, or can interchange between the two as requirements demand.
Molex introduces the LC2™ Metallic Optical Connectors - At the OFC-NFOEC tradeshow Molex introduced the LC2™ Metallic Optical Connectors. They provide a ruggedized, all-metal housing version of its LC Small Form Factor (SFF) family. Designed specifically to withstand harsh environments, they feature the ceramic ferrule-based LumaCore™ optical termini to resist breakage and achieve superior optical performance.
New Higher-Density SFP+ Interconnect System
Molex Announces QSFP High-Performance Products
I-Trac(tm) Backplane Connector System for both Standard and Orthogonal Architectures
Molex Demonstrates Interoperability at DisplayPort(tm) Plug Test and Workshop
Molex Named One of America's Best Big Companies by Forbes Magazine
Molex launches FFC/FPC Webinar featuring Flat Flexible Circuitry
Molex introduces ESE Terminal Blocks - Molex recently introduced the ESE Terminal Blocks. This new line of Eurostyle PCB terminal blocks offers design engineers a large amount of flexibility by including more than 50 designs or housing styles of plugs, headers and fixed terminal blocks that are fully RoHS compliant.
Molex Fully Buffered DIMM Socket Handles More Memory at Higher Speeds - The new Fully Buffered DIMM Socket (FB DIMM) from Molex features a point-to-point serial memory interface that uses a bi-directional serial memory bus to pass data through each memory module, increasing storage capacity and speed.
Molex microSD Connectors Offer Space Savings and Card Extraction Protection - Molex announces a new series of microSD memory card connectors to offer ultra compact space savings and a brake feature for smooth card extraction. The microSD format offers about a 70 percent space savings versus miniSD products that are currently available to the market.
Molex Announces Higher-Density SFP+ Interconnect System To Support 10 Gbps - At DesignCon 2007, Molex announced the development of the SFP+ Interconnect System to meet the next generation Small Form Factor (SFF) 8431 specification. The complete solution reaches 10 Gbps speeds using the same port space as a standard SFP system.
Molex I-Trac™ Backplane Connector System Provides Cost Savings and Design Flexibility for Standard and Orthogonal Architectures - Molex announces the I-Trac™ Backplane Connector System. This complete solution features a broadside-coupled, skew-equalized design that handles speeds up to 12.5+ Gbps. It offers multiple benefits over other backplane products, including superior impedance control, lower cross-talk and higher overall bandwidth.
Molex Announces QSFP High-Performance Products - Molex Incorporated announces a Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable (QSFP) product offering as a part of a highly-integrated system that is compatible with the QSFP Multi Source Agreement (MSA) and combines optimal real estate, power and port density.
Molex announced the development of Dual-Star µTCA® Backplane and µTCA Development Chassis Provide Effective Evaluation Platform - Molex has announced the development of a µTCA Backplane and Development Chassis to allow developers to build and debug µTCA designs before going to production.
Molex Quad EMI Adapters Provide EMI/RFI Suppression in High Density Applications - Quad EMI Adapters limit EMI (Electro Magnetic Interference) emissions from front panel equipment. These newly introduced adapters were developed to address mechanical design requirements. The Quad LC EMI Adapters increase shielding effectiveness to more than -50dB at 4GHz. They also enhance front panel aesthetics, compared to traditional plastic adapters.
Dynamic Attenuator From Molex Offers Novel Approach to Optical Power Control - Based on a nano particle technology introduced by Molex Incorporated and Kilolambda, Dynamic Attenuators from Molex Incorporated offer a passive device approach to optical power management. These new devices control optical power levels and prevent network equipment damage.
Ultra Low-Profile FPC Connectors From Molex Offer Strong Cable Retention Features - Molex announces two new series of ultra low-profile FPC connectors with very high cable retention forces for secure contact reliability. Ideal for mobile applications such as cell phones, digital cameras and other tight-packaging applications, these new SMT right-angle connectors are offered in 0.80mm (.031”) and 0.30mm (.012”) pitches.
Molex Expands Power Edge™ Product Line to Include Signal Contact Connectors - Molex announces Power Edge™ signal and mixed-power and signal assemblies to provide compact, reliable solutions for direct mating in high-power and signal card edge or bus bar tab applications. The new additions to the Power Edge product offering are available as vertical signal, power or mixed-power and signal assemblies. Both of the Power Edge signal contact connectors are offered in either press-fit or solder tail terminations to fit standard PCBs or backplanes.
Molex Expands MX150L Product Line to Handle Higher Currents - Molex has expanded the MX150L offering to support large wire AWG applications with 8, 10 and 12 AWG wire-to-wire connectors. These newly available connectors are well-suited for high power, rugged applications including agriculture, construction and marine equipment, as well as recreational vehicles.
Molex BBC Assembly Offers A High-Current, Low Temperature Solution for Bus Bar Applications - Molex has developed the new Bus Bar Connector (BBC) Assembly, providing a reliable, compact solution for the direct mating of two perpendicular power bus bars for such applications as power or switching power supplies.
Molex is the First to Offer High-Speed Connectors and Cable Assemblies to Support the External PCI Express Standards - The PCIe Working Group chose Molex Incorporated to be the first interconnect company to develop the External PCI Express (PCIe) offering. This full line of high-speed connectors and cable assemblies are specifically designed to support the new, multi-purpose, hot-pluggable I/O interface standard for the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express.
Micro-Coax Connector System From Molex Provides Flexible High Performance Routing Channels for Mobile Applications - A new series of 0.40mm (.016”) pitch Micro Coax connectors from Molex® Inc. offer increased space savings and improved signal integrity for mobile device applications.
Molex Announces the Development of the DisplayPort™ Interconnect System - Molex Incorporated is developing the external DisplayPort* Interconnect System, which features a small, low profile, user-friendly connector optimized for use in notebook and desktop PCs, and external cable assemblies for connection to LCD TVs and monitors.
10 Gbps XPAK Transceiver (specs) - Molex’s XPAK Pluggable Copper Transceiver meets broad market demands for high-speed interconnects for distances up to 15 meters
MX15™ Dual-Row Unshrouded Breakaway Headers (specs)- Flexible design permits customers to standardize PCB layouts and reduce inventory carrying costs
Molex Copper Flex Products data sheet - Molex Flexible Printed Circuit Technology is the answer to your most challenging interconnect applications. (.pdf)
Circular MT Cable Assemblies Offer Reliable, High-Density Solution To Meet Ever-Changing Performance Demands
Molex's ExpressModule connector offers an improved modular form factor designed for non-stop server and workstation platforms. (.pdf)
SFP Multi-Port Connectors from Molex Meet Increased Density and Speed Requirements for Storage and Networking Applications - To meet the networking and storage industry's demands for increased density and speed, Molex Incorporated has expanded its Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) product offering.
Molex Announces the Development of the iPass Interconnect System - Molex announces development of the iPass Interconnect System, which will support standard Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) and serial ATA (SATA) high-speed, multi-lane internal and external systems. With increased speeds and high density, the iPass System provides host board and backplane connectors, as well as cable assemblies for a variety of applications, including HBAs, controller cards, servers, storage racks, switches, RAID controller devices and JBODs enclosures.
Xpress™ Termination Kit from Molex Offers Quick and Easy Terminations for Optical Local Area Networks - The Xpress™ Termination Kit from Molex Incorporated offers fast and reliable LC, SC and ST connector terminations for optical Local Area Networks (LANs). With an operational temperature from –10º to +60º C, the Xpress Termination Kit is ideal for use with indoor applications, such as bare fiber device testing, and datacommunication systems, such as LANs, data networks and fiber restoration.
Take Power to the Max with the New EuroMax™ High-Power Pluggable Terminal Blocks From Molex - EuroMax Series 42 terminal blocks are the highest amperage pluggable terminal blocks currently available on the market, offering up to 85.0A per circuit. EuroMax is an exciting addition to our popular 600V one-piece, fixed, high-power terminal blocks. They provide an additional advantage of pluggability for easy servicing or field repair and replacement.
Optical Industrial LC Duplex Connector System Combines High Performance and Environmental Protection to Deliver Optimal Industrial Solution - Molex announces the new Optical Industrial LC Duplex connector system from Molex Incorporated. The Optical Industrial LC Duplex Connector System combines the high performance of a fiber optic connector with the versatility of a rugged industrial connector to allow for easy installations and terminations in harsh industrial environments.
Molex Announces First Gigabit Power over Ethernet Module - Molex® Incorporated announced the development of its HyperJack™ 1000 Gigabit Power over Ethernet® (PoE) module.
Self-Aligning Molex SPOX BMI Connectors Save Time, Offer Design Flexibility - The new, SPOX™ Blind-mate Interface (BMI) connectors from Molex® Inc. offer a self-aligning feature in one of the smallest blind-mate packages available, saving installation time and expanding design options in wire-to-board and wire-to-wire applications.
Molex Swivel Adapters Provide Directional Flexibility, EMI Protection - As the only rotatable optical adapters available in the market, the new Swivel EMI Adapters from Molex® Incorporated help mechanical designers and electrical engineers achieve the most effective electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, while adding valuable flexibility, functionality and greater convenience to existing cable management.
Optical Industrial Cable Assemblies and Adapters - Easy optical terminations are now possible in harsh industrial environments with Molex's optical industrial LC duplex cable assemblies
Molex Launches New GbX FR408 Reference Backplane: 10Gbps, 1 Meter Channel Demonstrated With GbX and Cost Effective Laminate - The new GbX™ FR408™ Reference Backplane Demonstrator from Molex Incorporated has successfully achieved a significant milestone in total real system performance.
New Molex MPO Optical Round Ribbon Cable Assemblies Easier to Install - Greater flexibility, easier installation and reduced attenuation are among the advantages offered by new MPO Optical Round Ribbon Cable Assemblies from Molex Incorporated.
Molex Expands Product Line to Offer Broadest Range of SFP Solutions for Networking and Data Communication Equipment Applications - Molex Incorporated is continuing to expand its SFP product line to create the market's broadest range of SFP products available. The company's SFP product family offers the SFP Ganged Cages, SFP Stacked Multi-Port Connectors and the SFP Pluggable Multi-Port Stacked Cage Assemblies to meet the industry's higher packaging density needs for a variety of networking and data communication equipment applications.
Molex Offers New Optical Military Cable Assemblies - Molex's announces new optical military cable assemblies for military, avionics, flight control, mobile tactical field command platforms, Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) sensitive and security applications. Designed for harsh environments, these ruggedized connectors can be terminated to both single-fiber and ribbon cable and are available in 2- to 29-pin configurations to meet MIL-STD-1560 requirements.
Molex Announces New SMI Plastic Optical Fiber 1394 Connector With Transceiver For Home Networking Applications - Molex Incorporated has announced the development and first samples of a new IEEE 1394 Small Multimedia Interface (SMI) Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) connector and transceiver system to help enable home and industrial networking applications between various electronic devices.
Molex's EMS-Enable System Offers Cost-Effective, Reliable Solution for Sending 12-Lead ECG Fax From Vehicle to Hospital - The new EMS-Enable™ interconnect system from Molex Incorporated offers a low-cost, reliable method for sending an encrypted 12-lead ECG (Electrocardiogram) from a vehicle to a hospital environment.
Molex Expands RJ-45 Product Family - Molex announces the newest additions to their RJ-45 product family - the new RJ-45 EtherNet/IP cordsets and receptacles.
Molex's TelEnable™ FDC Interconnect System Allows for Interoperability Between Devices - Molex announces the new TelEnable FDC Interconnect System. By sending information directly to a device, the TelEnable FDC Interconnect System provides communications interoperability between legacy, current and future technologies for wireless communication, transportation, emergency medical system and remote monitoring applications.
High Density MT Cable Assemblies from Molex Increase Front Panel Real Estate - Molex announces the new High Density MT Cable Assemblies which increase front panel real estate by enabling 72-fiber configurations. The new cable assemblies also reduce installation time and reduce costs in parallel optic transceiver interconnections such as Xanoptix** XTM series of multifiber transceivers.
Molex© Incorporated Acquires INCEP© Technologies, Inc, a San Diego-based company.
Molex’s MX64 Multi-Pocket Unsealed Headers Deliver Design Flexibility - Well-suited for automotive and commercial control module manufactures, the MX64 Multi-Pocket Unsealed Headers offer two- and three-pocket unsealed headers meet USCAR approved footprints and testing requirements for 0.64mm (.025”) square blade systems, ensuring they are in compliance with OEM (original equipment manufacturer) directives.
Custom-Colored Modular Jacks from Molex Prevent Mismating and Offer Flexibility - The Modular Jacks from Molex Incorporated (NASDAQ: MOLX and MOLXA) are now available in five new colors, as well as the standard black option. By choosing from orange, green, blue, gray and yellow, each Modular Jack can be customized to match the color of a cable assembly to prevent mismating and increase design flexibility.
Molex Introduces TransFlash Connectors For World's Smallest Memory Card System - Molex's TransFlash connectors save about 70 percent of space compared to miniSD versions and are designed for use in cell phones and other mobile devices that use removable flash memory cards to store data such as text, games, photos, video and audio.
LaneLink™ High Speed I/O Interconnect System LaneLink™ 4X and 12X Cable Assemblies from Molex Incorporated: Friendly squeeze-to-release latch or jack screw attachment versions meet many new I/O applications