From smart buildings and industrial automation to EV charging stations, Molex provides comprehensive connectivity solutions with connectors and cable assemblies. These products ensure reliable communications and signal integrity in controlling operations, enhance safety and enable secure data transmission. The high-performance and rugged designs make them ideal for a wide range of applications in today’s fast-evolving world.
- Smart Building
- Building & Factory Automation
- Energy Management
Smart buildings are revolutionizing the way we live by integrating advanced technologies and intelligent systems into our environments for increased efficiency, safety and security. Controlling operations like security systems, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and lighting requires reliable communications. Discover how Molex connectors and cables are designed to maintain the integrity of these signals.
Connectors
Industrial applications require a variety of signals ranging from high-speed data and small sensor signals to high current power. Molex has over 80 years of experience in manufacturing industry-leading products for the connections that matter.
C-Grid
Molex C-Grid Modular Interconnect System is a dual row, board-to-board system that includes vertical and right-angle headers in breakaway, shrouded and dual-body styles; vertical and right-angle receptacles; headers and receptacles for SMT applications; press-fit headers and a 2-circuit shunt completes the C-Grid product line. C-Grid can mate with SL and KK products.
CMC Headers
CMC and CMX connectors are designed to perform in high-conductivity applications and in harsh environments. These connection systems are used in power train applications including engine-control units, compartment applications, gearboxes, electronic parking brakes and suspension where currents are needed for up to 21.0A.
- High performing sealed connection with matte seal technology performs well in sealed applications that require IP6K7 and IP6K9K rating
- Three different terminal sizes CP 0.635mm, 1.550mm and 2.80mm supports low, medium and high current applications
- Modular connector system with a choice of different circuit sizes including: 22, 24, 28, 32, 36, 48 and 53 uses same connector type for different harness size needs
- System offers several color codings and mechanical polarization reduces cycle time during harness assembly
Easy-On FFC/FPC Connector
Versatile dual-contact FD19 Series FFC/FPC Connectors meet temperature requirements up to 150°C and come in a wide range of circuit sizes for maximum design flexibility across multiple markets and applications.
- Dual contact delivers secure connectivity
- Latch type FPC provides secure cable retention
- Nickel barrier eliminates the concern for solder and flux wicking
- Lock with clear, audible click ensures proper mating
- Wide frontage eases FFC/FPC insertion
Fit Family
The FiT family of connectors from Molex support complete design flexibility from small pitch to high current. These products are designed with features like mechanical keying, terminal stability positive locking latches and scoop proof designs. This allows for same-circuit, multiple-connector use which eliminates the risk of cross mating, higher current carrying capability and more stability, as well as ensuring proper alignment full isolation.
KK Headers
KK Plus Wire-to-Board High-Power Connector Systems and KK Wire-to-Board and Board-to-Board Low-to-Mid-Power Connector Systems offer various design options to provide flexibility and efficiency during design and assembly.
Micro USB
Micro-USB connectors feature the smallest footprint of all USB interconnects and offers significant reduction in PCB real estate for a host of portable devices.
Mili-Grid
A high-density connector system based on a 2.00 by 2.00mm grid pattern that offers complete design flexibility for wire-to-board, board-to-board and cable-to-board applications.
- Tin provides cost-savings; low contact resistance and good solderability
- Center polarization key and slot prevents mismating
- Locking windows ensure firm locking receptacle
- Early entry system crimp terminals provide longer pin wipe for a more reliable contact
- Locking ramps provide strong retention force to header
MX150 Sealed Connector System
The field-proven MX150 Sealed Connector System with a USCAR interface offers a compact package, a superior operating temperature and a current rating up to 22.0A for power and signal automotive and commercial vehicle applications.
- Mat seal technology for MX150 (1.50mm) Terminals eliminates the need for individual cable seals which provides reduced package size and reduced cost
- Temperature class 4 (-40 to +150°C) and 22.0A current rating delivers superior performance
- Single-and dual-row backshells/wire dress covers available in 2-,3-,6-,8-,12-,16- and 20-circuit sizes provide additional protection of the wires out of the back of the connector.
- Conforms to USCAR-2/USCAR-21/GMW3191 for use in on-engine, high-vibration, under-hood and under-chassis environments at temp class 4
Quad-Row Connectors
Quad-Row Board-to-Board Connectors are the first staggered circuit layout connectors that position pins across four rows at a signal contact pitch of 0.175mm. These products deliver an excellent space saving solution (approximately 30%) in a range of space-constrained applications and 3.0A of current in highly compact package for robust power.
- 0.175mm-pitch low-profile design – offers 30% space savings
- Armored and insert-molded nail – offers robustness and protection in interior cover
- High-volume productions for a diverse mix of applications – over 50 million Quad-Row Connectors have been shipped worldwide since 2020
SlimStack
SlimStack Board-to-Board Connectors, 0.40mm Pitch Floating, FSB Series feature 3.00 and 5.00mm stacking height with a large floating range for space-saving and design flexibility, making them ideal for a wide range of applications in the automotive industry.
- Floating range in X-, Y- and Z- axis directions facilitate assembly in the event of misalignment or blind joining
- Smallest size in the B-to-B floating connectors market provides space saving
- Soft floating force makes assembly and operations easy
- High-temperature support up to 125°C
Squba
The Squba sealed wire-to-wire family offers higher current handling ability in a miniature size. This IP68 rated connector system supports up to 14 A of current with 16 to 24 AWG wire and 3.60mm and 1.80mm pitch to ensure a reliable connection even in wet conditions.
- Miniature size (3.60mm pitch)
- Protected low-profile
- Sealed components with IP68 NEMA rating
- Wraparound insulation crimp
- Primary lock enables 40N terminal retention
Cable Assemblies
Cable assemblies reduce time-to-market and increase quality in a wide range of applications. Leverage the globally integrated supply chain and comprehensive design capabilities of Molex in your industrial application.
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Safety and reliability are crucial for many applications such as industrial automation and building infrastructure. These smart solutions require enhanced functional safety, information security and dependable data sharing for the high-speed connections. Molex delivers the solutions for even the most demanding environments in today’s fast-evolving world with comprehensive connectivity innovations that provide high-performance dependability in any conditions.
Connectors
Industrial applications require a variety of signals ranging from high-speed data and small sensor signals to high current power. Molex has over 80 years of experience in manufacturing industry-leading products for the connections that matter.
Easy-On FFC/FPC Connector
Versatile dual-contact FD19 Series FFC/FPC Connectors meet temperature requirements up to 150°C and come in a wide range of circuit sizes for maximum design flexibility across multiple markets and applications
- Dual contact delivers secure connectivity
- Latch type FPC provides secure cable retention
- Nickel barrier eliminates the concern for solder and flux wicking
- Lock with clear, audible click ensures proper mating
- Wide frontage eases FFC/FPC insertion
Harsh IO Modules
IP67-Rated HarshIO Modules provide quick and reliable solutions for connecting industrial controllers to I/O Devices in harsh environments where liquids, dust or vibration may be present.
Heavy Duty Connectors
Rugged industrial applications such as energy management and building automation require connector solutions that are rugged enough for the environments, but also reliable and secure. Molex delivers the interconnect solutions to meet your needs.
PowerPlane Busbar Connectors
The high-current PowerPlane Busbar Connectors and Cable Assemblies from Molex meet the demand for efficient power distribution in industrial applications. These high-reliability products are an excellent choice for power distribution architectures, especially where alignment challenges exist.
PowerWize
Industrial Automation equipment requires efficient power and cost management. The PowerWize Wire-to-Board/Wire-to-Busbar connectors offer low contact resistance and low voltage drop due to it’s multiple contact beams.
- Touch-safe individual silos protect and isolate each crimp contact to help ensure fingers cannot touch energized contacts
- Optimal current-carrying capacity offers multiple contact beams to help ensure low contact resistance, low voltage drop and minimal heat generation at the contact interface
- Field installable with battery-powered applicators enables on-site cable assembly fabrication for applications where cable assembly lengths are uncertain until installation is underway
- Low mating and unmating forces enable operators to mate and unmate cable assemblies even
Squba
The Squba sealed wire-to-wire family offers higher current handling ability in a miniature size. This IP68 rated connector system supports up to 14 A of current with 16 to 24 AWG wire and 3.60mm and 1.80mm pitch to ensure a reliable connection even in wet conditions.
- Miniature size (3.60mm pitch)
- Protected low-profile
- Sealed components with IP68 NEMA rating
- Wraparound insulation crimp
- Primary lock enables 40N terminal retention
Cable Assemblies
Cable assemblies reduce time-to-market and increase quality in a wide range of applications. Leverage the globally integrated supply chain and comprehensive design capabilities of Molex in your industrial application.
Need a Custom Cable Solution?
Sensors
Object detection can be challenging in limited-space environments such as industrial applications. The inductive and photoelectric sensors from Molex are one of the smallest self-contained miniature sensors on the market.
EV Charging Stations & Energy Storage Systems
Efficient power transfer and signal integrity are key considerations when designing interconnect solutions for EV Charging Stations and Energy Storage Systems. This means finding products that perform in harsh conditions including extreme temperatures, vibrations and exposure to moisture and dust. Molex manufactures a wide range of reliable connector products that maintain consistent connectivity while preventing hazards empowering a wide range of industrial applications.
Connectors
Industrial applications require a variety of signals ranging from high-speed data and small sensor signals to high current power. Molex has over 80 years of experience in manufacturing industry-leading products for the connections that matter.
MX150 Sealed Connector System
The field-proven MX150 Sealed Connector System with a USCAR interface offers a compact package, a superior operating temperature and a current rating up to 22.0A for power and signal automotive and commercial vehicle applications.
- Mat seal technology for MX150 (1.50mm) Terminals eliminates the need for individual cable seals which provides reduced package size and reduced cost
- Temperature class 4 (-40 to +150°C) and 22.0A current rating delivers superior performance
- Single-and dual-row backshells/wire dress covers available in 2-,3-,6-,8-,12-,16- and 20-circuit sizes provide additional protection of the wires out of the back of the connector.
- Conforms to USCAR-2/USCAR-21/GMW3191 for use in on-engine, high-vibration, under-hood and under-chassis environments at temp class 4
PowerPlane Busbar Connectors
The high-current PowerPlane Busbar Connectors and Cable Assemblies from Molex meet the demand for efficient power distribution in industrial applications. These high-reliability products are an excellent choice for power distribution architectures, especially where alignment challenges exist.
Sentrality Pin and Socket Interconnect System
Molex’s Sentrality Pin and Socket Interconnect System offers high-current board-to-board, busbar-to-board and busbar-to-busbar connectors and provides a +/- 1.00mm radial self-alignment to overcome tolerance stack-up issues, making the system ideal for EV applications.
- Low contact resistance and low voltage drop providing minimal heat generation at the contact interface, resulting in higher current-carrying capacity compared to other contact designs.
- Incorporates Molex’s OmniGlide technology to provide +- 1.00mm radial self-alignment between the pin and socket during mating.
- Application-specific sockets can be created by relocating the socket flange anywhere along the length of the housing body, as well as application-specific pin lengths with no additional development costs.
- Sentrality pins and sockets are offered in a wide variety of board-attach options, suitable for either printed circuit boards or busbars, to provide design and manufacturing flexibility.
Terminals
Molex provides reliable, high-quality solderless solutions that include terminals, splices, quick disconnects and wire management products that meet the interconnect needs of the electrical and industrial markets.
Brad Core Program Industrial Automation
Learn more about Brad products, the most commonly used items in the industrial automation market, ranging from connectivity products and presence sensing devices to active and passive I/O modules.
Molex DuraClik Wire-to-Board Sample Kit