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Flexible, Scalable Networking Solutions Powering Modern Data Center Performance

Molex offers networking solutions to help improve data center performance, efficiency and reliability. Designed to streamline connectivity and support evolving infrastructure needs, Molex technologies can enhance data center operations and prepare businesses for future demands. With a broad portfolio of copper, fiber, and RF interconnects, Molex provides dependable, efficient, and scalable connectivity for industries ranging from cloud computing to smart manufacturing.

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Molex, in collaboration with Heilind, leverages its comprehensive capabilities and unparalleled engineering expertise to deliver products specifically designed for faster, more compact, and efficient data center applications across diverse sectors.

Busbar Power Connectors and Cable Assemblies are designed to provide high-current performance and can be used with different types of busbar configurations, including rigid, flexible, and laminated options. Molex offers a variety of busbar solutions tailored to meet your specific power and design requirements.

The Sentrality Pin and Socket Interconnect System provides high-current connectors for board-to-board, busbar-to-board, and busbar-to-busbar applications. It features a +/- 1.00mm radial self-alignment to effectively address tolerance stack-up challenges.

PowerWize High-Current Wire-to-Board/Wire-to-Busbar Connectors come in three sizes: 3.40mm, 6.00mm, and 8.00mm, capable of delivering up to 190.0A of current. The headers can be mounted on printed circuit boards or busbars, offering versatile installation options.

The High-Current Universal Clamp (HCUC) Terminal Blocks, which can be mounted on a DIN rail or panel, provide a versatile solution for high-current and high-voltage applications. They are suitable for Aluminum-to-Aluminum, Copper-to-Copper, or Aluminum-to-Copper terminations.

Mirror Mezz Connectors are stackable, hermaphroditic mezzanine connectors designed to support data rates of up to 224 Gbps, providing exceptional signal integrity and reliability.

Custom and standard optical fibers are engineered to provide precise dimensional control and tight tolerances, making them suitable for harsh environments involving extreme temperatures, chemicals, and radiation.

The Cardinal Test HF Cable Assemblies are ideal for test and measurement applications, supporting frequencies up to 110 GHz with 1.00mm connectors. Options include 2.40mm, 3.50mm, and 1.85mm plugs and jacks, all featuring phase-stable, low-loss cables.

PCIe is crucial for its low-latency performance, scalability, and hot-swap capabilities. As a leader in PCI-SIG standards, Molex provides a comprehensive range of solutions across multiple generations, including PCIe Gen 5.0, Gen 6.0, and Gen 7.0, keeping customers at the forefront of technology.

NearStack PCIe Connector System and Cable Jumper Assemblies utilize twinax cables as a PCB alternative, optimized for height, PCB density, and durability. They support the implementation of PCIe Gen-5 data rates of 32 Gbps.

EXTreme Power products are engineered for high-current applications, offering optimal power densities and excellent thermal management. Available in a wide variety of configurations, they allow customers to adapt and evolve seamlessly.

The NextStream Connector System supports next-generation data rates of up to 64 Gbps PAM-4, aligning with the PCIe Generation 6 standard. This enables data centers to upgrade and handle the demands of data-intensive applications such as AI, NVMe-EDSFF storage, CXL, UPI systems, and high-performance computing.

Provide durable and flexible PCB-connection solutions with a wide range of custom and off-the-shelf flat flexible cable (FFC) options, including assemblies featuring high-speed LVDS connectors.

A diverse range of reliable, high-quality solderless solutions, including terminals, splices, quick disconnects, and wire management products, designed to meet the interconnect needs across a variety of industries.

The KK Connector System offers flexible wire-to-board and board-to-board solutions for low-to-mid-power needs, while KK Plus caters to high-power applications. These connectors help manufacturers save time and money with diverse configurations for streamlined design and efficient assembly.

The Fit Family of connectors provides high-quality interconnect solutions, designed to meet the rigorous demands of compact, high-performance applications where reliable power and signal connectivity are essential.

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[SOLUTIONS BROCHURE] POWERING THE DATA CENTERS OF TODAY AND TOMORROW

Molex presents its offerings in high-performance interconnect and connectivity solutions for modern data centers. The document highlights the technical challenges data centers face today (e.g. signal integrity, thermal management, power density) and provides connectivity solutions from early design through deployment. Leveraging global engineering expertise and active involvement in industry standards, Molex co-develops next-generation connectivity—including 224 Gbps PAM4, PCIe, and high-speed pluggable systems—to enable scalable, reliable, and efficient data center architectures.

Key focus areas include support for hyperscale and enterprise data centers, emerging requirements from AI/ML/generative AI workloads, and a push toward 224 Gbps signaling in future architectures.