Hirose has developed a hybrid flexible printed circuit (FPC) to board connector that offers significant space savings and high power capability. The low-profile BK13C series has a pitch of only 0.35 mm, stacking height of 0.6 mm, and width of 1.9 mm, enabling OEMs to reduce the size and cost of portable and wearable electronic […]
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Hirose showcases smaller, faster, better connector solutions at CES 2021
Most consumer electronic trends have been consistent for the past decade. Smaller devices with increased functionality wrapped up in rugged and durable package. Hirose continues to support these trends with new connector solutions that enable smaller, faster and better devices in portable/wearable, smart home and automotive markets. Hirose is introducing four products at CES 2021: […]
Low-profile 12G SDI connector features space-saving design
Hirose has expanded its compact coaxial connector offering to include a 75 Ohm, 4K/UHD transmission connector that enables internal wiring of equipment. The D.FL75 series supports 12G-SDI standard and SMPTE ST 2082-1 in an industry leading space saving design that only requires 4.0 x 4.0 mm printed circuit board mounting space. With a mating height […]
Miniature FPC connector for portable electronic applications
Hirose has developed a space saving flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector with a single-action lock for portable electronic applications. With a height of only 0.9 mm and a 0.3 mm pitch, the FH72 Series is suited for applications like consumer devices, gaming, industrial, medical, wearables and more. The FH72 series has a rugged design with […]
Waterproof USB Type C connector reduces footprint by up to 22%
Hirose has launched a rugged, waterproof USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector for applications that require miniaturization with resistance to liquid, vibration and/or shock. Requiring a mounting area 22% smaller than other receptacles on the market, the mid-mount CX90MW series offers reliable, high-speed performance in a PCB space-saving design. Rated to IPX8, the waterproof connector […]
Vertical FPC connector offers high-heat resistance, high-retention force
Hirose has launched a vertical flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector with a single-action lock for demanding applications. The 0.5-mm pitch FH67 series satisfies severe automotive requirements, and is also commonly used in applications like consumer, gaming, industrial, medical, robotics and more. The FH67 Series has a rugged design, including two-point independent contact springs and a […]
Hirose expedites shipments to medical equipment manufacturers in fight against COVID-19
Hirose is prioritizing and expediting orders to medical equipment manufacturers. Hirose’s connectors are being used in medical equipment vital to the fight against COVID-19, including ventilators. Hirose has been tasked with increasing connector output and lowering lead times of connectors used in life-saving medical equipment. “With many critical medical devices in short supply, Hirose has been […]
FPC connector features short mounting depth to save space
Hirose has expanded its compact flexible printed circuit (FPC) / flexible flat cable (FFC) connector product portfolio to meet the demands of portable device manufacturers. The TF13 Series back flip FPC / FFC connector features a small 0.4 mm pitch, 0.9 mm height, and 3.0 mm mounting depth that minimizes PCB mounting area requirements. The […]
Low profile push-push MicroSD connector
Hirose has produced what it is saying is the world’s lowest profile push-push MicroSD connector. Featuring a profile of only 1.15 mm, the miniature DM3NW series MicroSD connector enables smaller consumer electronic designs by reducing the volumetric space by up to 15% compared to competing products on the market. The push/push type DM3NW series MicroSD […]
Low-profile push-pull nano SIM card connector reduces PCB mounting space
Hirose has developed the industry’s lowest profile push/pull Nano SIM card connector. Featuring an ultra-low profile of 1.12 mm, the KP13C Nano SIM card connector offers a printed circuit board (PCB) mounting space savings of up to 23% compared to other products on the market. The miniature KP13C Nano SIM card connector enables smaller consumer […]
