New Molex Products and Recent Updates

The unique dual-orientation design of Flexi-Pin Stack Connectors offers exceptional flexibility with vertical and right-angle configurations, enhancing product versatility and reducing design constraints. The streamlined design reduces handling steps, delivering cost savings and shorter production cycle times by eliminating the need for additional stitching machines.

Engineered to combine a miniaturized form factor with robust construction and a broad frequency range, subminiature push-on micro SMPM Connectors are ideal for harsh environments where exceptional reliability and precise performance are crucial. SMPM Connectors support frequencies up to 65 GHz in a 4.00 by 4.00mm board footprint and enable tool-free blind-mate assembly that reduces deployment times and minimizes assembly errors.

Optical network architects need more efficient connectivity for AI training and inferencing at scale. The High-Radix Optical Circuit Switch Platform from Molex uses micro-electro-mechanical mirrors to establish optical paths between fibers, avoiding optical-electrical-optical conversion. The result is a reconfigurable fabric that reduces complexity and power consumption while supporting software-controlled workload reconfiguration.

A customizable solution for server applications, Molex Leak Detection Cables provide flexible, high-reliability monitoring for early leak detection in liquid-cooled data center environments. Designed for space-constrained server trays, these assemblies integrate seamlessly with Molex connectors and monitoring systems to safeguard uptime and protect key infrastructure.

Off-the-shelf, pre-validated cable assemblies featuring High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) connectors help accelerate development for automotive camera, antenna and display applications. These plug-and-play solutions are USCAR-49 compliant and available in multiple key codes and lengths. Cables are tested for performance and compatibility with Rosenberger HFM connectors, supporting prototyping and low-volume production with ready-to-ship availability.

Providing versatile and scalable test solutions for high-speed datacom, 5G/6G, mmWave radar and other advanced applications, Cardinal Multi-Port High-Frequency Coaxial Assemblies deliver phase-matched, high-precision connections up to 145 GHz. Solderless compression attachment and high-density PCB connection improve versatility, minimize downtime and accelerate testing operations while maintaining consistent performance over 500+ mating cycles.

New FlatLock Series in 0.40 and 0.50mm pitch

Space savings and design flexibility are essential considerations for connectors and cables in small devices. The Easy-On FFC/FPC Connectors, FlatLock Series (0.50mm pitch) offer a low profile and compact design with innovative features that deliver an efficient and reliable performance, including dual contact connection, pre-locking capability and a high mating cycle rating.

New modular wire-to-wire connectors

The MX-DaSH (Molex data-signal hybrid) Connector System integrates power, signal and high-speed data into a single compact connector replacing multiple traditional connectors in vehicle applications. Consolidating connectors reduces weight, size and cost requirements; simplifies assembly operations; and supports zonal and centralized architectures. Modular wire-to-wire variants offer cartridge-level flexibility to tailor power and signal connections to specific applications without changing the outer housing, providing exceptional scalability and reducing engineering costs.

New hybrid power/signal mezzanine connectors

As industries face increasing power demands, EXTreme Ten60 High-Power Connectors deliver reliable, high-voltage solutions with a variety of configurations and circuit counts, enabling additional design flexibility. These connectors provide a dependable and versatile solution for backplane and midplane designs, while their mezzanine configuration further enables compact, efficient power and signal transfer between parallel boards in a single hybrid solution.

New Mega-Fit and Mini-Fit Sr. pre-crimped lead options

Molex’s range of pre-crimped leads offers a simple and cost-effective solution for pre-production, prototyping and mass production requirements; these leads are available for the most popular Molex connector families.

New CP-3.3, Micro-Lock Plus 1.50mm pitch, Mini-Fit, Pico-Lock 3.0 and SideWize cable assembly options

Standard Cable Assemblies deliver Off-the-Shelf (OTS) solutions with a broad offering of Molex connectors and a variety of cable lengths to facilitate both prototyping and global production.

MPRF Connectors are rugged, compact, coaxial cable-to-board connectors that consolidate up to eight RF contacts into a single robust interface. Offering high-density PCB connections, robust retention to withstand high vibration, and non-magnetic versions for imaging and high-performance applications, MPRF Coaxial Connectors help reduce failure rates, accelerate assembly, simplify upgrades and minimize space requirements on the board.

Minimizing road noise and enabling vehicles to dynamically adapt to changing conditions become increasingly vital with the growth in EVs, hybrids and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Percept Accelerometer Sensors deliver real-time, high-precision vibration-monitoring capabilities that improve the driver experience while enhancing passenger comfort and safety. These sensors support active road noise canceling (RNC), touch detection, predictive maintenance and load leveling, all in a rugged, compact platform that reduces system complexity, weight and costs.