New I/O connector features a small, robust design with high-speed data transmission

Mouser now stocks the IX Series I/O connector from Hirose Electric Company. The small, robust design with high-speed data transmission enables advancements in factory automation, data centres, security systems, programmable logic controllers, and transportation applications. The company's IEC PAS 61076-3-124-compliant connector consists of a plug and receptacle that support CAT5e and CAT6a cabling. With continuous, 360-degree shielding against EMI and ESD, the series affords secure high-speed transmission rates up to 10Gbps. The connector offers a rated current of 0.5A (all pins), 1A (any two pins), and 2A (pin No. 1 and No. 8 only), an operating temperature range of -40C to 80C, and a rated voltage of 30VAC.