This section provides an overview for connector cables as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 28 connector cable manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked connector cable companies as of November, 2024: 1.Cicoil, 2.L-com, 3.Leotronics.
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Connector cables are used to connect various devices or equipment, facilitating the transfer of data, video, and audio signals. They come equipped with connectors at one or both ends for easy connection to various input/output devices. Designed for plug-and-play use, they are user-friendly and easily replaceable. However, compatibility between devices is essential, and sometimes adapters or conversion cables are necessary for mismatched connectors.
Connector cables have diverse applications:
Connector cables are designed to transmit information and power. They consist of conductors, insulators, shields, and connectors:
Diverse types of connector cables are available for various applications:
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L-com was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts. The company serves many industries including electronics, medical, industrial automation, military, and telecommunications a manufacturer and servicer of wired and wireless communications products. The company’s custom product capabilities include customized cable assemblies, WiFi antennas, adapters, and surge protectors. Through its parent company, Infinite Electronics, the company offers a broad range of RF components and assemblies to over 100,000 global customers.
Americor Electronics is a manufacturer of electric components headquartered in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, USA. Founded in 1988, the company specializes in producing electrical and electronic components, primarily power cords, cable assemblies, and related products. Its product portfolio includes cord sets, power relays, EMI filters, terminal blocks, AC/AC and AC/DC adapters, solenoids, and power transformers. The company serves a diverse range of industries including medical, industrial, and consumer electronics. The company holds the ISO9001:2015 certification and adheres to RoHS compliance standards. The company is a supplier to the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) market.
Cicoil, established in 1956 and located in Valencia, California, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of new flat cable and cable assembly solutions. The company's product range includes flat cables and cable assemblies designed to meet the diverse needs of industries such as aerospace, military, medical diagnostics and devices, and semiconductor manufacturing. The company’s history includes inventing the ribbon cable and pioneering the use of Flexx-Sil material. The company consistently delivers products that exceed expectations in performance and dependability, reflected in their accreditations including AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015.
PANDUIT was founded by Jack E. Caveney and opened the door for its clients in 1955. The company is specialized in developing advanced physical electrical and network infrastructure solutions such as data centers, office facilities, processing lines, audio video systems, etc., across different markets. PANDUIT designs builds, and installs advanced software and solutions for their clients. Hence, they have been granted 2000 Patents. The company has a labor force of 5000 employees.
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.
NAI Group LLC, originally established in 1993, is based in Troy, Michigan, USA, and is a manufacturer of custom-made interconnectivity products for the communications industry. The company specializes in the production of copper, fiber optic, and hybrid cable assemblies, and it also provides electromechanical design assistance and box-build assembly services. NAI Group is proud to hold ISO 9001 and AS 9100 certifications, and its client base primarily consists of companies in the telecommunications industry. Notable companies within the sector, such as Cisco, Verizon, and Huawei, commonly utilize NAI Group's cable and electromechanical assemblies.
Leotronics, founded in 1990 and based in Hampshire, UK, is a supplier and distributor of cables and electronic connectors. The company supplies custom cable assemblies, FFC cables, connector alternatives, custom connectors, and IDC cables. The products are used in automotive, GPS systems, medical equipment, electronics, and cash depository. The company has ISO 9001: 2015, CSA, BS EN ISO 9002, UL certified, and TUV licensed. It has partners such as CviLux, Eoco, Greenconn, and Conexcon.
Stäubli began in Horgen, Switzerland in 1892. Stäubli designs, produces, distributes, and provides support for products for numerous industries including aerospace, alternative fuels, medical devices, packaging, photovoltaics, and semiconductors. Stäubli has 4 primary product lines including electrical connectors, fluid connectors, robotics, and textile. Electrical connector products include cable couplers, modular connectors, and test and measurement connectors. Fluid connectors include mold clamping systems, quick and dry disconnect couplings, and safety breakaway couplings. Robotics include industrial robots, collaborative robots, and mobile robots. Textile includes weaving preparation and frame weaving.
Tripp Lite, since 1911, is a manufacturer of power, cables & connectivity, racks & cooling, networking & KVMS, and infrastructure products. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, the company offers product support by offering extended warranties & onsite services, adding or replacing UPS batteries, UPS & battering recycling, and return services. The power products produced by the company include USB power banks, power distribution units, surge protectors, power strips, and charging stations. Rack & cooling products include server racks & cabinets, environmental sensors, and IT storage and shipping containers. These items are used in data centers, IT antimicrobial, industrial, and retail industries.
Basler AG (Basler Group), founded in 1988 and a subsidiary of Basler Beteiligungs-GmbH & Co. KG, is a German manufacturer headquartered in Ahrensburg, Schleswig-Holstein, specializing in imaging components for computer vision applications. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes computer vision hardware, such as acquisition cards, cables, cameras, lighting tools, and lenses. It also offers network and peripheral devices, related accessories, and software solutions. The company supplies various digital industrial cameras, such as area scan, line scan, and network cameras, for applications in factory automation systems and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), as well as in sectors like life sciences, medical, and retail.
SEIKOH GIKEN Co., Ltd., a company founded on June 7, 1972, and headquartered in Chiba, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of optical components and equipment. The company specializes in the development and production of fiber optic connectors, fusion splicers, and related products for the telecommunications and data communication industries. Their products are used for fiber optic connections in various applications, including telecommunication networks, data centers, and optical sensing systems. The company also offers customer services including prompt and responsive communication to address inquiries and technical assistance.
HIRAKAWA HEWTECH CORP., founded in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in cables, electronic equipment, and medical equipment. The company's product portfolio includes high-speed cables, factory automation cables, optical converters, network equipment, and medical tubing. These products are utilized by various industries, including electronics, digital technology, information communication, broadcasting, and the medical sector. The company is ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 certified, with overseas subsidiaries in America, Mexico, Thailand, the Philippines, and Taiwan.
QL-Custom Technology Limited, founded in China, is a manufacturer of custom cables, over molding cables, and wiring harnesses. The company's product range includes Automotive Wire Harnesses, OBD Cables, Thermocouple wires, Lighting and power cables, and Fuse holder wires. Its products find application in the telecommunications sector to expand network connectivity and support the growth of data and communication services, enhance vehicle performance, safety, connectivity, and industrial manufacturing to reduce downtime.
New V-Key Technology Co. Ltd., founded in 1990 and based in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of medical cable assemblies. The company's product range includes nurse call cords and custom cable solutions for various diagnostic equipment, including ultrasound machines, ECG devices, and more. The company holds various certifications, including GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, CE, and FDA. It serves markets such as medical equipment, medical communication systems, and medical cable manufacturers.
Shenzhen Beike Electronics Co. Ltd. is a manufacturer of connectors and cable assemblies founded in 2019 and based in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. The company produces a wide range of products for the electrical industry including medical-grade electrical connectors and cable assemblies, power plugs for high-voltage applications, and radio electrical connectors. The company offers industry-specific as well as custom cable assemblies for its clients in radio broadcast equipment production, renewable energy distribution, and medical device manufacturing operations.
Oki Electric Cable Co.,Ltd. was established in 1936 and is a manufacturer of telecommunications instrument based in Isesaki, Gunma, Japan. The company produces various communications devices such as high speed interface cables, wire harnesses, EDM wire, optical cables, and OKI cables. The products have been applied in various industries such as robotic, automobile, semiconductor manufacture, medical, and financial sectors. The company also involved in real estate business as one of the four major business operations.
Omron Corporation, started in 1933 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of automation components, equipment, and systems, and it developed the first contactless proximity switch in 1960. It has four domains, including industrial automation, electronic components, healthcare, and social systems, and it provides products and services in around 120 countries and regions. Some of its products include microsensing devices, access control systems, industrial robots, surveillance cameras, and blood pressure monitors. In 1971, it developed the first online cash machine, and in 1972, it established Japan’s first welfare factory.
Samtec was established in 1976 and is headquartered in New Albany, Indiana, USA as a manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions. They offer an extensive portfolio of products, including board-to-board connectors, IC sockets, cable assemblies, and optical systems. Alongside their product offerings, Samtec provides comprehensive design and engineering support, as well as custom solutions tailored to specific customer needs. Their products find applications in high-speed data transmission, embedded computing,, and advanced electronic systems across various sectors.
SUNCA CO., Ltd, founded in New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer of custom connectors and cable assemblies. The company's product range includes USB cables, automotive cables, waterproof cables, wire harnesses, and charging stations. It has a comprehensive range of applications to serve various industries, including computer peripherals, networking, optoelectronics, medical, and transportation. Its products have ISO 9001:2015 certification, EU CE and US FCC certificates, and comply with EU RoHS directive.
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.
Canare Electric Co., Ltd., established in Nagoya, Japan, in 1974, is a manufacturer engaged in cable, assembly, connectors, passive and active equipment, and incidental instruments for the broadcast and communication industry. Their product range includes HFO Camera cables, fiber optic systems, cable assemblies, and transmission devices. The company entered the U.S. market in 1983 with an office in Los Angeles, California and has distributors in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany and France.
Fischer Connectors, founded in 1954 and located in Saint-Prex, Switzerland, is a manufacturer and distributor of connectors. Their range of products includes waterproof connectors, hermetic connectors, high-speed data connectors, military connectors, and medical connectors which are used to establish secure electrical connections, transmit data or power, and ensure the integrity of signal transmission in applications such as marine electronics, outdoor equipment, aerospace, and defense. The company holds certifications such as ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and EN 9100.
Shenzhen Aohua Electric Corporation Limited, founded in 2010 with headquarters in China, is a manufacturer of waterproof and high-current connectors. The company's products include waterproof electrical connectors, LED string light connectors, distributor LED connectors, and automotive LED cable connectors. Shenzhen Aohua Electric Corporation Limited’s products are found in outdoor LED lighting, LED displays, communication infrastructure such as mobile base stations, marine electronics, global positioning system peripherals, and automobile electric applications. The company also provides customized design and production to meet client-specific requirements.
Tocone Co. Ltd. is an ISO 14001:2015-certified manufacturer and distributor of radio frequency (RF) products that was established in 1947 in Tokyo, Japan. The company offers coaxial RF connectors in a range of connector types and sizes, quick adapters for on-the-go measurement operations, and dummy load devices for terminating the end of a transmission line under test. The company’s products are used mainly by its clients in architectural engineering, telecommunication, and audio editing.
Advance Security Products (a division of Marbil Enterprises Inc.), established in 1974 and headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, United States, is a surveillance technology supplier. The company offers specialty camera systems that include underwater submersible cameras, school bus cameras, and counting cameras. Its product line also includes surveillance system components, hidden cameras, and DVR recording equipment. These systems are used in commercial, industrial, and residential security systems. The company primarily serves security companies and surveillance system installation companies in the United States and worldwide.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Cicoil |
8.8%
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2 | L-com |
8.8%
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3 | Leotronics |
6.1%
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4 | Americor Electronics |
6.1%
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5 | Panduit |
5.3%
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6 | Molex, LLC |
5.3%
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7 | NAI Group LLC |
4.4%
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8 | Connectronics Corp. |
4.4%
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9 | Tripp Lite |
4.4%
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10 | AUK CONTRACTORS |
3.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the connector cable page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 9 | 45.0% |
Japan | 3 | 15.0% |
Switzerland | 2 | 10.0% |
China | 2 | 10.0% |
Singapore | 1 | 5.0% |
Germany | 1 | 5.0% |
Taiwan | 1 | 5.0% |
Spain | 1 | 5.0% |
43 products are listed.
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ Acquisition of Intel official certification, compliant with Thunderbolt 4 specifications ・ Compatible with videos, data, and two -wa...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ Acquisition of Intel official certification, compliant with Thunderbolt 4 specifications ・ Use active cable and MBR chip ・ Compatib...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ High purity copper is adopted to suppress the deterioration of sound quality. ・ The connector terminal provides 24k pure gold platin...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ The gold -plated connector withstands corrosion, provides the ultimate protection, and guarantees high quality signal transmission. ...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ High purity copper is used, and the transmission of sound quality is not distorted. ・ The connector and contact terminal provide 24k...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ The connector and contact terminal provide 24k pure gold plating, high durability and reliability of contact signals. ・ High purity ...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ 3.5mm stereo audio signal can be extended ・ The extension distance can be extended to up to 100m by extension of the network cable (...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ DVI-D 18+1 pin ・ HDMI Type A connector ・ Compatible with two -way transmission ・ The connector and contact terminal provide 24k pu...
Prime Star Co., Ltd.
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■ Compatible with various devices ・ The three roles can be used for iPhone/Type-C/micro USB simultaneous power, and most models can be used. ・ Th...
Lindy Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ The connector and contact terminal provide 24k pure gold plating, high durability and reliability of contact signals. ・ High purity ...
JBC Soldering Japan Co., Ltd.
40+ people viewing
It can extend the distance from the stand, the unit, the unit, the tools, and the solder removal module.
JBC Soldering Japan Co., Ltd.
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■ Features ・ USB cable adapter. ・ It is a data communication connection cable between a personal computer (or information system) and a JBC stati...
Astellatech Co., Ltd.
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■ Overview It is a cable for measuring the surface resistance of the thin film by the reliable four -sized quest method. There is no effect of cont...