Miniature waterproof connector family offers Cat.6a version

Hirose has expanded its LF Series of shielded high-speed Ethernet connectors to include a Cat.6a version supporting 10Gbps. The compact LF Cat6A Series provides a simple yet reliable bayonet lock mechanism for vibration resistance and easy operation, setting it apart from conventional screw-on industrial connectors.

The series connector has a rugged metal shell and superior EMI shielding to provide reliable high-speed data transmission. Rated to IPX7/X8, the waterproof Ethernet connector is sealed for protection against dust, dirt and liquids.

“As manufacturing sites worldwide adopt ICT to evolve into smart factories, the use of Ethernet for device connectivity is on the rise. This trend is leading to a diversification in connector requirements,” said Pete Lais, assistant vice president of Product Management for Hirose Electric Americas. “In response to the growing demand for waterproof connectors capable of high-speed signal transmission in manufacturing, Hirose has added a Cat.6A-compatible version to our LF Series product offering.”

This LF Series Cat.6A connector is commonly employed in smart factory applications, including robots, machine tools, machine vision cameras, sensors, and other applications that demand higher-speed transmission.