I/O connector supports transmission speeds up to 10Gbps

HIROSE ELECTRIC ix Industrial series I/O connector includes an insulation displacement connector (IDC) plug assembly for faster installation and a “B” Key version for non-Ethernet applications. Product series combines a small robust design with high-speed data transmission capabilities that enables industrial equipment advancements in smart manufacturing. Products reduce installation space by up to 75% compared to RJ45 solutions and up to 28% compared to competing snap-in I/O connectors. Supporting CAT5e and CAT6a (10G) cabling, devices include an optimized EMI/ESD shielding design for safe and secure data transmission up to 10Gbps.