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This section provides an overview for universal serial bus (usb) connectors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 9 universal serial bus (usb) connector manufacturers and their company rankings.
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USB (universal serial bus) connectors are the connectors of the connection interface used in electronic devices.
USB is compatible with a system called "plug and play," in which the OS automatically configures the connector just by plugging it in, allowing users to use peripherals, expansion boards, and other devices without individual user configuration just by plugging them in. Users can immediately use peripherals, expansion boards, and other devices simply by connecting them to their PCs, terminals, and other electronic devices, without individual user configuration.
In addition, a feature called "hot plug" allows users to plug and unplug from universal serial bus (USB) connectors even when the PC or electronic device is powered on.
Universal serial bus (USB) connectors are primarily used to connect electronic devices used in everyday life to external devices and applications. Because of their convenience, universal serial bus (USB) connectors are now used in a wide variety of electronic devices.
Examples include PC keyboards, mice, printers, external hard disks, and flash memory devices. Universal serial bus (USB) connectors are also found in mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and various electronic devices in digital home appliances.
USB standards are also increasing in transfer speed with each new standard released, from USB 1.0 to USB 3.1. This has significantly reduced the wait time for data transfer.
The principle of the universal serial bus (USB) connectors is that there is no need to use different connectors for different devices, such as RS-232C for modems or PS/2 for mice, which are older connectors for electronic devices, and that peripherals that conform to the USB standard can be used in the same way, with the connector being pluggable when the power is on and the computer being The convenience of the USB connector is that it can be automatically connected to the computer's operating system and unplugged when the power is on.
The universal serial bus (USB) connectors standard is characterized by the ability to supply power to the host through the USB connection port, eliminating the need for separate power supplies for the mouse, keyboard, memory, and other devices to be connected. As an extension of this function, recently there have been cases where the communication function with the host to which the universal serial bus (USB) connectors are connected is omitted, and the cable is used as a charging-only cable.
The current universal serial bus (USB) connectors are available in various sizes according to the revised standard and the status of the peripheral devices.
Universal serial bus (USB) connectors come in a variety of shapes. Typical examples are as follows:
The maximum transmission speed standard for universal serial bus (USB) connectors has been getting faster every year in line with the revision of the USB standard. In 1996, the original standard USB1.0 had a maximum transmission speed of 12 Mbps, while USB3.1, released in 2013, exceeded 10 Gbps. In the latest standard USB4 Version2 in 2022, the maximum transmission speed has also been announced by the governing body to be 80Gbps as a theoretical value.
In line with the revision of the USB standard, not only the transmission speed but also the power supply capacity has been improved. The original USB 1.0 standard allowed a maximum current of 500 mA and a maximum power value of 2.5 W. However, as universal serial bus (USB) connectors are used for various applications due to their convenience, the power requirements have also increased, and for Type-C connectors, the maximum current and power values have expanded to 3 A and 15 W, respectively. For Type-C connectors, the maximum current value has been increased to 3A and the power value to 15W.
Note that these values are not determined by the standard alone, but are naturally limited by the shape and type of universal serial bus (USB) connectors used, as well as the host device.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Intel Corporation, an American company founded in 1968 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in the design and production of semiconductor microprocessors. The company's product portfolio includes processors, graphics processing units, software, wireless products, and various other items. These products find applications in education, transportation, financial services, retail, and government. The company offers customer services including technical support, software development, cloud services, security services, and research and development collaboration. The company has manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, sales offices, and partnerships with businesses and organizations across various continents.
Keysight Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1939 and headquartered in Santa Rosa, California. Keysight is a global developer and manufacturer of electronic design and test solutions to communications, networking, aerospace, defense, and government, automotive, energy, semiconductor, electronic, and education industries. Keysight’s communications solutions group solutions include electronic design automation software; radio frequency and microwave test solutions, hardware and virtual network test platforms and software applications, as well as optical laser source solutions. Keysight’s electronic industrial solutions group offers various design tools and verification tools. Keysight offers product support, technical support, and training and consulting services. It sells its products through direct sales force, distributors, resellers, and manufacturer's representatives.
KINSUN Industries Inc, established in Taoyuan City, Taiwan in 1997 is a manufacturer engaged in electronic components and connectors for telecom networks. Their product range include telecommunication network connector, waterproof connector, RF antenna, medical component, automotive component, and stamping parts. Company has two factories in China in Guangzhou and Suzhou as well as the main factory in Taiwan with 300 employees. Their product has certificate of ISO9001 ISO 14001, and IATF 16949.
JST Group, founded in 1957, is an international manufacturing company specializing in the development of all types of systems for connecting electric power and electronic devices. It obtained ISO9002 approval in 1993, and it has gone on to open offices and affiliated companies in Europe, America and other parts of Asia. JST uses modern advances like ultraprecision technology, gold plating processes, CNC copy grinder, to ensure quality and improved performance of every appliance it manufactures. JST products can be used in televisions, laptops, trains, medical equipments and even kitchen appliances.
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.
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.
SMK Corporation, with its roots dating back to 1925 in Tokyo, Japan, has established itself as a manufacturer specializing in connectors, remote control systems, and electronic components. It boasts a diverse product portfolio that includes connectors, plugs, switches, remote control units, and touch panels. These quality components play pivotal roles in an array of applications and an assortment of industries, ranging from home electronics for the operation of devices like air conditioners, to the automotive sector in the rear-view mirrors. Furthermore, its solutions extend to the realm of mobile devices, wearable technology, such as smart glasses, and healthcare equipment.
Electronic Grup, S.L is an importer and distributor of electronic, computing, and telephone products that was established in Catalonia, Spain in 1998. The company mainly markets products from brands such as Arduino, D-Link, and Samsung. It stocks microcontrollers for use in embedded systems, resistors for adjusting voltage in a circuit, and transistors for amplification or switching. It also offers LEDs and integrated circuits for chips and semiconductors. The company chiefly markets to clients in the audiovisual, telecom, and robotics industries.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KINSUN Industries Inc |
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the universal serial bus (usb) connector page as of December 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 (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
Japan
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3 | 42.9% |
|
United States of America
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2 | 28.6% |
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Taiwan
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1 | 14.3% |
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Spain
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1 | 14.3% |
