Home Appliance and HVAC Solutions

Molex offers a comprehensive range of product categories designed to transform the home appliance and HVAC manufacturing industries. As consumers demand advanced features like fabric-sensing washers and Wi-Fi-enabled ovens, manufacturers need robust connectors to meet safety standards and enhance capabilities. Molex, alongside Heilind, offers essential support and cutting-edge solutions for smarter home appliance design. In the HVAC sector, Molex addresses challenges related to IoT and smart controls, providing innovative solutions that meet strict energy regulations. Together, these solutions empower manufacturers to embrace innovation, maintain a competitive advantage, and meet evolving consumer demands across both sectors.

Advanced Connectivity for HVAC Heat Pump Systems

Modern heat pump designs require compact, high-voltage power connectors and control boards that support a broad range of modular functions. These components must maintain exceptional electrical performance while being space-efficient, affordable, dependable, safe, and easy to install and service.

Molex offers connector solutions precisely designed to meet these needs. Engineered for high-voltage applications, these connectors include user-friendly features such as secure latches, headers that support potting, and low-insertion-force designs—ensuring stable connections even in environments with constant vibration. View these solutions and more in our HVAC teardowns.

Featured Products | HVAC

Molex Squba Sealed Wire-to-Wire Connectors provide IP68 dust and water protection, supporting up to 14A for reliability in various environments.

 

Mini-Fit Connectors operate up to +125°C, feature a double crimp tool, and are available in Board-to-Board, Wire-to-Board, and Wire-to-Wire configurations.

 

Nano-Fit Power Connectors offer protected terminals, small pitch, color-coding, keying, TPA, and are available in WTB/WTW configurations.

 

Micro-Fit Connectors provide reliable power and signal solutions for compact, high-performance applications with demanding connectivity needs.

 

Mega-Fit Connectors, available in various configurations, deliver up to 30.0A per circuit with protected pins and unique keying for secure mating.

 

Terminal blocks are modular connectors that ensure secure and organized wire connections in electrical systems, enhancing safety and efficiency in industrial settings.

Micro-Lock Plus Connectors ensure electrical and mechanical reliability in high-temperature, compact applications.

 

VersaBlade Connectors ensure reliable 300V, 15.0A transmission, superior mating reliability, polarization, and easy harness assembly.

 

Featured Products | Home Appliance Solutions

Home appliance components face fire risks from high heat and overload, so Molex connectors undergo glow wire tests to ensure durability.

 

 

Connectors and sensors in smart appliances improve safety, efficiency, and compliance with energy regulations.

 

Modern appliances need specific power connectors. Molex provides a diverse range with current ratings up to 50.0A per circuit in various sizes.

 

Appliance controls now mimic sleek tablet and smartphone designs, allowing easy screen taps to operate thermostats or dishwashers.

Premo-Flex FFCs deliver compact, durable, and flexible connections for space-saving, high-reliability electronic designs.

RESOURCES FOR DOWNLOAD

[WHITEPAPER] Connector Solutions for the HVAC Industry

Changes in HVAC systems for residential and commercial buildings are influencing the kinds of connectors needed. It is important to understand what is new in the field and how the right combination of connectors can deliver high performance systems.
 
This eBook covers:
  • Trends in HVAC
  • Requirements for HVAC Connectors
  • How HVAC Customer Journeys Shape Connector Product Design
  • Connector Solutions for HVAC Design
  • Emerging HVAC Technologies

Featured Product Spotlight

HVAC Teardowns

High-Performance HVAC Pumps

Molex connectors offer compact, high-voltage solutions for heat pumps—ensuring safety, reliability, easy installation, and compliance with global standards.

Sensor Connectors

  1. Mini-Lock Connectors

Sensor, Valve and Switch Connectors

  1. OneBlade Connectors
  2. PicoClasp Connectors

Resources

FIT Families Brochure
Low Power/Signal HVAC Guide
HVAC Product Reference Guide
Interconnects for Home Appliance

Online Tools

Custom Cable Creator

The Custom Cable Creator is a revolutionary tool poised to dramatically help wiring harness designers develop solutions to meet their exact needs. With the amount of customization now available, customers can easily design their own pinout for the wires and greatly simplify cable routing and management.

RF Cable Configurator

The Molex RF Cable Assembly Builder is a powerful tool designed to help engineers craft RF assemblies tailored to their specific needs. With a wide range of connectors and cables, customers can easily design their own assemblies.