Molex Introduces Brad Micro-Change? M12 Cat6A Connector System

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Molex , the world's leading provider of complete interconnect products, introduces the powerful Brad Micro-Change ^? M12 Cat6A connector system designed for vision systems and other high-speed data transmission applications in demanding environments. High-pin-density Micro-Change connector system for TIA and ISO/IEC Cat 6A specifications for high-speed Ethernet signal integrity up to 10Gbps with innovative x-coding cross-shield ( The cross-shielding design (in accordance with IEC 61076-2-109) provides excellent performance and transmission reliability over a bandwidth of up to 500Mhz.

Ted Szarkowski, Molex Product Manager, said: "The Brad Micro-Change Cat 6A connector is specifically designed to deliver faster Ethernet speeds in a rugged M12 format, making it ideal for high-speed data transmission in demanding commercial and industrial applications. The M12 connector supports only Cat 10e Ethernet up to 10/100 Mbps. The Micro-Change connector system is a significant advancement in M12 form factor products, both in terms of speed or excellent signal integrity."

The compact, sealed Micro-Change connector system features a complete 360-degree shield design with a four-pair twisted pair construction. When mated, the shields of the connector and socket are overlapped for optimal signal performance without signal noise. X-coding alignment enables blind mating, and the embedded male pin prevents pin damage during mating. The Brad Micro-Change connector system is mounted using standard M12 threaded coupling nuts, and 26 AWG cable assemblies and corrosion-resistant hardware ensure optimum reliability in harsh environments. The rugged construction and rated IP67 external and internal o-ring seals ensure dust and water protection.

Brad Micro-Change connectors are designed for use in automotive and commercial vehicles, as well as video surveillance cameras, telematics, GPS/cameras in automation components, and can quickly and easily replace 12 to 18mm sensors and encoders used in industrial equipment. , switches and other I/O devices. The versatile Micro-Change connector is available in 2 to 5, 8 and 12 pole IEC compatible constructions, single and double keyway designs, and straight and 90 degree plugs, as well as Class 2 applications. Micro-Change sealed connections provide excellent EMI/RFI shielding performance in high vibration systems including petrochemical, factory automation and commercial vehicle equipment. Sockets can be machined for network connectivity in Ethernet and Controller-Area Network (CAN bus) protocols, as well as passive applications such as secure discrete and analog sensors.

Szarkowski added: "The compact Micro-Change connector enables a smaller housing size for high speed, high signal integrity applications. This connector can completely replace the sealed RJ-45 with twice the size of the M12 connector. Connector."