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This section provides an overview for board to cable connectors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 20 board to cable connector manufacturers and their company rankings.
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Wire-to-board connectors are used to link a circuit board to a cable in electronic devices and systems.
These connectors are mounted on the circuit board, often soldered using surface-mount technology (SMT), while the cable side connector might be connected to the cable through pin insertion or crimp terminals. This setup facilitates signal and power transmission between the cable and the circuit board.
For needs requiring flexibility and durability, connectors with latching mechanisms or waterproof designs are used. For high-speed data transmission needs, connectors with superior high-frequency characteristics are selected.
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Molex was founded in 1938 with the invention of Molex in 1938 and today is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, and a subsidiary of Koch Industries. In the 1950s, the company invented the Molex connector which became the standard for power connections in personal computers for decades. Today the company is a manufacturer of electronic and fiber optic connectivity systems for customers in industries such as automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecom infrastructure. The company has several product categories including Connectors, Optical Solutions, Capillary Tubing & Micro Components, and Automation.
JST Sales America, Inc. is based in Waukegan, Illinois, USA, and is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of electrical connectors that was established in 1957 as a subsidiary of Japan’s JST Corporation. The company’s products include appliance connectors, wire-to-board connectors, and flexible printed cable (FPC) connectors. These are available for various current ratings, pitch sizes, and locking mechanisms. It also offers application specific connectors for the automotive, defense, and medical device production sectors. The company provides additional design and engineering services for customers with unique project specifications.
Tarng Yu Enterprise, a company founded in 1978, Taiwan, is a designer, manufacturer, and supplier of high-voltage power supplies. The company's product capability ranges from high-powered rack units to modules as small as one square inch. Their extensive range includes screws, nuts, bolts, washers, and other fastening components. These products and units are supplied to the NASA Space Program, the Department of Defense, and various industries such as automotive and electronics. The company also offers customer services such as prompt responses, technical support, and order processing to meet the client’s requirements.
Greenconn TECHNOLOGY (Ganzhou) LTD. is a Taiwanese manufacturer of connectors for various electronic applications that was established in 1998 before expanding its operations and relocating its headquarters to Jiangxi, China, in 2004. The company’s product lineup includes specialized connectors for common consumer electronics products including smartphones, PC motherboards, and power supplies. It also offers connectors and cables for medical equipment or devices, along with custom manufacturing services for unique projects. The company chiefly serves clients in the consumer electronics, industrial automation, and home appliance markets.
HIROSE ELECTRIC CO., LTD. (HRS) is a Japanese manufacturer specializing in electronic and electrical connectors. Founded in Tokyo in 1937, the company now has eight factories located in Japan, China, Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia, with several sales and service locations throughout the US, Europe, and Singapore. The company carries a selection of over 50,000 products, including fiber optic connectors, sealed connectors, and card edge connectors. HRS also offers advanced engineering services to cater to specific customer demands, and after-sales support to clients in the consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications industries.
Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Ltd, commonly known as JAE, was established in 1953 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company is a designer and manufacturer of connectors, user interface solutions, and electronics for the aerospace, agriculture, semiconductor, and camera stabilization sectors. THe company’s product segments include IO connectors, board to board connects, cable to cable connectors, and more. The company’s motion sensing and control segment includes accelerometers, inertial measurement units, and directional modules.
Wera is a manufacturer of screw-driving tools with varied applications headquartered in Wuppertal, Germany, and was established in 1936. The product catalog of Wera includes screwdrivers, screwdriver bits, sockets and ratchets, L-keys, and nut spinners. The product tools of the company are known for their Kraftform shape handle tools. The company caters to manual and power tool applications in which it has manufactured over 3,000 tools. Other products include VDE-insulated screwdrivers, dead blow hammers, wrenches, stainless steel tools, and hex keys.
AUK Contractors Co., Ltd., established in 1983 and headquartered in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of connectors, cable assemblies, and precision metal stamping products. Their wide range of connectors includes board-to-board connectors, cable connectors, and terminal blocks, serving applications in telecommunications, industrial automation, and medical devices to ensure smooth data and power transmission. The company adheres to ISO 14001 environmental management standards, IATF 16949, and ISO 9001 for quality management.
ShenZhen Antenk Electronics Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer and supplier of connectors and cable assemblies that was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. The company produces a wide range of connectors, including board-to-board connectors, wire-to-board connectors, and cable assemblies. Its products, such as USB connectors, HDMI connectors, SATA connectors, FPC/FFC cable connectors and RJ45 connectors, are used by a number of industries, as diverse as electronics, telecommunications, and automotive industries. The company also provides a range of services, including custom design, manufacturing, and testing.
Taiwan King Pin Terminal Co., Ltd., headquartered in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer and distributor of electronic and computer connectors. Its product range includes connectors for wire-to-board, wire-to-wire, board-to-board, power supply, and LED applications, serving various industries like consumer electronics, IT peripherals, telecommunications, automotive, and digital products. The company holds ISO-9001 and IATF16949 certifications for quality management systems and holds product recognitions such as UL, SCA, TUV, and invention patents.
OMRON Corporation is a Kyoto based electrical equipment manufacturing company founded by Kazuma Tateisi in 1933. OMRON’s product portfolio includes medical equipment like nebulizers and digital thermometers, automated teller machines for the finance industry to AC, DC and custom control systems for the oil and gas industries. The company has over 30,000 employees and offers its products and services in 120 countries. It primarily serves the healthcare, energy, casino, and automated test equipment industries.
CODICO, or Component Design-In Company, is a distributor of high-grade active and passive electronic components and connection technology products. Operating as an independent, private company headquartered in Perchtoldsdorf, Austria, it also maintains product competency centers in Munich, Treviso, and Stockholm, for its design-in services. Its services encompass cross-competency project management, consultation, and extended support. The company ensures timely deliveries and monitors pricing while providing technical support throughout the development of high-caliber electronic components. Customizable logistics solutions and collaboration with suppliers are also offered by the company to provide insights into technology trends and product roadmaps.
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*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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China
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4 | 33.3% |
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United States of America
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3 | 25.0% |
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Japan
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3 | 25.0% |
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Taiwan
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1 | 8.3% |
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Germany
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1 | 8.3% |
