A multi-gigabit automotive Ethernet connector has been developed to support data-intensive vehicle systems while reducing redesign costs and supply chain risks.
Molex has unveiled its HSAutoLink G automotive Ethernet connector solution, adding to its HSAutoLink family of interconnect products supporting multi-gig Ethernet connections up to 25Gbps. This connector is designed to address increasing bandwidth demands from applications such as ADAS, radar, LiDAR, zonal electronics, immersive displays and central computers.
This HSAutoLink G automotive connector solution features an industry-standard USCAR interface that allows for the drop-in replacement of industry-standard twisted-pair data connectors without requiring redesign, providing a second-source solution that reduces supply chain risks. According to Molex, this connector offers data rates in a footprint that fits into existing USCAR solutions with 100-ohm controlled impedance.
“As the automotive industry transitions to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), automakers must overcome major performance bottlenecks while ensuring the highest levels of reliable connectivity,” said Min Kong, regional general manager, Connected Mobility Systems (CMS), Molex.
“The HSAutoLink family has been a trusted backbone for vehicle architectures for nearly two decades. Building on that legacy, the new HSAutoLink G system gives OEMs a field-proven upgrade path, improving supply chain flexibility and resiliency for faster time to market.”
This connector incorporates an anti-stubbing terminal design that improves reliability and reduces the risk of validation failures. Moreover, the connector also includes multiple, uniform ground-contact points to improve EMI suppression. The connector also features connector and terminal position assurance to reduce the risk of mis-mating or inadvertent disconnections in high-vibration environments.
The connector is available in one, two, four and six pair configurations. The maximal mating force of the connector is 75 N, its maximal unmating force is 75 N, minimum retention force is 110 N. The connector is rated for 25 mate/unmate cycles.
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