HIROSE Electric Co. Ltd, a world-class manufacturer in connectors, introduced the FX18 series to meet the requirement for connectors that are suitable for high-speed applications. FX18 delivers an impressive 10+ Gbps of high-speed transmission.
The innovative structure of the connector features advanced multifunctional contacts that consist of ground contacts, power supply contacts, and three-step sequential contacts.
The ground contacts provide superior enhanced grounding properties and are strategically positioned next to the differential pair contacts to reduce crosstalk. The power supply contacts offer up to 3A (amps) per pin which means that the signal contacts do not have to be used for power and the pin count requirement can be reduced saving valuable space. A total of 12A can be used. The three-step sequential contacts are set back in different positions within the housing so that the ground contacts make first contact, followed by the signal contacts and finally the contacts for the detection of the mating contacts.
Six through-hole pins are provided to increase the board retention force of the connector to the board to allow strong resistance to wrenching forces.
Large mating guides are provided on the header to provide a smoother, secure and user-friendly mating operation. Incorrect insertion is prevented with keyed guides with integral chamfers. Visible solder joints, space for rework and the option of pin in hole intrusive reflow permits reduced manual soldering process time.
FX18 series is part of the FunctionMAX product family. FunctionMAX consists of board-to-board connectors designed to meet the requirements of the industrial market with maximum functionality.
Key Features 
• Contact positions: 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 140
• Pitch: 0.8mm
• Mated height: 10-45mm
• Current rating: 0.5A (signal contact) / 3A (multi-functional contact)
• Voltage rating: 100V
• High speed transmission: 10+ Gbps
• Versions: Right angle, vertical & coplanar
Suitable applications are medical devices, base transmission stations, LCD TV, LCD displays and industrial controllers.
About HIROSE
HIROSE Electric Co., Ltd is a world-class Japanese manufacturer of high-quality connectors. Established in 1937, HIROSE uses advanced engineering services, excellent customer service, and worldwide manufacturing capabilities to provide technically advanced connector solutions for many industries including industrial, automotive, consumer, testing, broadcasting, and telecommunications.
European offices were established over 30 years ago to compete internationally in Europe. In 2010, The European offices were merged together to form HIROSE Electric Europe B.V to serve the EMEA market better. The European headquarters is based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Other European branches are located in Germany, the UK, France, and Italy.
For more information about HIROSE or our products, please contact us:
Web: www.hirose.com/eu
Email: info@hiroseeurope.eu