Date: 12th July 2011
10 Amps capable shielded connector for
the cat5e lines
Molex Incorporated has introduced the innovative Brad
Micro-Change M12 Circular Hybrid Technology (CHT) connector
that combines Cat 5e data speed and power supply for high
signal integrity and performance.
Molex says the Micro-Change CHT connector is based on the
robust Brad Micro-Change M12 threaded connector design,
and comprising two shielded twisted pairs cat5e data lines.
Either two or four contacts are capable of carrying up to
10.0A per contact. Overmolding ensures complete IP67-rated
sealing and provides dependable strain relief. The Micro-Change
M12 CHT connector features a reduced footprint and lower
installation and cabling costs in process and automation
control and industrial applications, HVAC systems, telecom
infrastructure, vision systems and surveillance cameras,
commercial transportation, and military/aerospace applications.
Molex explains the fully shielded 4-pin array for the cat5e
lines with wrap-around metal tube (patent pending) allows
for optimum signal integrity and performance. The two overlapping
tubes channel the signal through the connector without affecting
cross talk and EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The Micro-Change
CHT connector 4+2 and 4+4 configuration is currently available
in the M12 threaded form factor. Future configurations will
extend the design into Molex Ultra-Lock, M16 and M23 connector
formats.
As the unique Molex shielding concept of the Micro-Change
Circular Hybrid Technology connector is not limited to the
M12 format, we are able to adapt the technology to meet
specific customer needs and requirements." explains
Ted Szarkowski, Global Product Manager for Integrated Products,
Molex.
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