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This section provides an overview for miniature connectors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 18 miniature connector manufacturers and their company rankings.
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A miniature connector stands out for its compact size, with an outer diameter typically not exceeding 5mm, making it particularly suited for applications where space is at a premium. Crafted with a durable metal shell and equipped with multiple pins, these connectors are designed to protect internal components from external threats such as impacts, vibrations, dust, and water, while facilitating the transmission of signals or power.
These connectors are indispensable in the realm of portable and wearable devices, medical instruments, and various industrial tools. The demand for connectors that combine minimal footprint with robust performance in these sectors has made miniature connectors a preferred choice. Beyond their compact and lightweight design, these connectors boast advanced features such as efficient mating and locking systems, alongside waterproof and dustproof capabilities, ensuring reliable and secure connections even in challenging environments.
Their attributes include not only their small size and lightweight but also their ability to conserve space, support high-density mounting, and offer versatile applications across a range of devices, highlighting their critical role in modern technological applications.
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Adam Tech USA is an American manufacturer of electronic interconnects, cable assemblies, and custom components established in 1987 and headquartered in Union, New Jersey. The company produces electromechanical components including various switches, and custom components such as magnetic pogo pin cable assemblies and fiber optic adapters. It also offers standard as well as custom cable assemblies for unique client projects. The company operates internationally, with subsidiaries and branch offices in Germany, Taiwan, and Brazil.
Switchcraft, Inc., established in 1946 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of jacks, plugs, and switches, mainly for the communications industry. After acquiring Conxall in 1999, the company's product line has grown to include connectors, jacks, plugs, molded cable assemblies, and switches used in the medical, process control, transportation, homeland security, and broadcast markets. Switchcraft, Inc. also offers a custom product service that includes consultation, design, and manufacturing in high volumes to meet client-specific requirements.
OMEGA Engineering Inc., founded in Norwalk, CT, in 1962 is a manufacturer of products used to measure temperature and humidity, flow and level, and pressure. The company's product portfolio includes thermocouple probes and assemblies, pressure gauges and switches, and air velocity measurement systems, wireless systems and portable optic sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
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.
Amphenol Aerospace, founded in 1925 and currently a subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation, is an American manufacturer based in Sidney, New York, specializing in interconnected systems for military and commercial aerospace. The company offers a range of interconnected solutions that encompass Qualified Products Database (QPD) Military Specification (MIL-SPEC) custom circular and rectangular electrical and electronic connectors, designed for the military and aerospace sectors. Moreover, the company produces high-speed cable assemblies, media converters, Ethernet switches, electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility (EMI/EMC) fiber optic connectors, along with hermetically sealed connectors. The company serves specific industries, such as commercial aerospace, electric mobility, military operations, and space exploration.
Binder-USA, LP, established in 1960 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, USA, is a manufacturer of circular connectors. The company specializes in manufacturing a diverse range of optimal-quality connectors and cordsets for various industries, including automation, medical, industrial, and transportation. The products are used for robustness, stability, and optimal performance, ensuring secure connections even in challenging environments. These connectors and cordsets find applications in critical sectors such as factory automation, medical devices, sensors, and renewable energy systems, where dependable connectivity is needed.
Pasternack headquartered in Irvine, California, is part of the Infinite Electronics family of brands, established in 1972 by Murray Pasternack, as a supplier of RF and Microwave components. The company retails various types of products, including connectors, switches, cables, couplers, and filters. They have over 40,000 in-stock products and have partnered with 19 international distributors serving customers in over 35 countries. The company offers contract assembling, where they assemble custom Cables for same-day shipping. The company earned the ISO 9001 certification in 2015 and offers expert technical support and 24/7 customer service.
Dracal Technologies is a developer and manufacturer of data acquisition and sensor products established in 2011 in Brossard, Quebec, Canada. The company primarily produces remote data logging stations outfitted with Ethernet or Wi-Fi connectivity and cloud-based software, USB sensors for physical parameters such as humidity or temperature, and data integration toolkits for a range of platforms. It also offers calibration and certification services for custom engineered products for client projects. The company chiefly serves clients in the research, biomedical, and engineering industries.
Radiall, a global company founded in 1952, is a great manufacturer and supplier of interconnect solutions for industrial markets, including energy, sensors, and private communication networks. The company provides RF and fiber optic solutions, which offer support for intricate applications in the transportation, automation, and renewable energy industries. These applications encompass power plants, wind farms, and oil rigs. The company also collaborates with customers worldwide, delivering award-winning products and services. Leveraging its technical expertise and global existence, the company empowers people and drives the success of diverse industries.
Fischer Connectors SA is an ISO 13485-certified manufacturer of power and data electronics that was established in Saint-Prex, Switzerland, in 1954 as a part of the Swiss technology group Conextivity. The company specializes in its Fischer branded cable assemblies and circular connectors for a range of operating environments. These include its Freedom series modular plug-and-use products, Core series rugged circular connectors for intense environments, and FiberOptic series connectors for low insertion loss and high stability. The company’s products are commonly used in defense contracting, facility testing, and marine and underwater operations.
SOURIAU, established in 1917 and based in Champagné, France, is a manufacturer and supplier of great-performance interconnect solutions. The company offers a wide range of products, including connectors, backshells, contacts, and accessories, serving various industries such as aerospace, defense, industrial, and transportation. SOURIAU's interconnect solutions play a crucial role in ensuring ideal and secure connections in critical applications, enabling data transfer and power delivery in harsh environments. The company also provides customized solutions to meet specific customer needs, backed by extensive expertise and engineering capabilities.
Axon’ Cable established in Montmirail, France in 1965 is a manufacturer engaged in cabling, interconnect solutions, cable assemblies, connectors and mini systems for high tech applications. The compnay provides custom designed interconnect solutions including wires, round or flat cables, composite cables, coaxial cables, assemblies and connectors for applications such as aeromil and space, automotive, consumer electronics, medical, research centres and telecommunications. The company has manufacturing facilities in France, China, India, Hungary, Latvia, Mexico, United Kingdom and USA.
Omnetics Connector Corporation is a manufacturer of micro- and nano-miniature interconnectivity products established in 1984 and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The company offers micro connectors for small pitch applications such as in the military or aerospace applications, and nano connectors for high-durability or space-constrained applications. It also offers custom design and engineering services for unique projects. The company’s products are QPL-approved to MIL-DTL-32139 as well as MIL-DTL-83513 standards, and are mainly used in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Assmann WSW Components was established in 2005, headquartered in Lüdenscheid, North Rhine-Westphalia, is a manufacturer of electrical and electronics appliances. As part of the BCS Group GmbH, the company specializes in produces and sells standard and custom-tailored connectors, cable assemblies, heat sinks, and assembly services. It has expertise in electromechanical components and thermal management. These products are used in both the industrial and automotive sectors. Its expansive global distribution network makes its products accessible across continents, including America, Africa, Asia, Australia, and Europe.
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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7 | 63.6% |
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France
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2 | 18.2% |
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Canada
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1 | 9.1% |
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Switzerland
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1 | 9.1% |
