Hirose's FX18 series meets the requirement for connectors that are suitable for high-speed applications. FX18 delivers an impressive 10+ Gbps of high-speed transmission. The innovative structure of the connector features advanced MF contacts that consist of ground contacts, power supply contacts, and three-step sequential contacts. Suitable applications include medical devices, base transmission stations, LCD TVs/displays, and industrial controllers.

Features

• High-speed transmission capability (supports 10+ Gbps)
• Coplanar, vertical, and parallel (10 mm to 45 mm board distance) mating styles with many variations
• MF contact as:
  • Ground contact to enhance grounding
  • Power supply contacts up to 12 A to reduce required pin counts
  • 3-step sequential contacts for grounding and detection
• Effective mating length of signal contact: 2.0 mm
• Pin through-hole mounting MF contacts increase strength against wrenching
• Large mating guide for easy mating
• Smooth insertion
• Common PCB layout in header and receptacle (right angle type only)
• Floating type is also available (0.6 mm in XY directions with parallel connection)