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Connectors Recommended for Machine Vision

Machine vision cameras require high frame rates, high definition and robustness. However with the recent rapid advancement of image sensor, processing and recognition technology, the need for various connectors has been increasing. This page introduces recommended connectors based on adoption examples from Hirose’s customers.

Connectors Recommended for Machine Vision

Adoption Examples

embedded vision systems
Major Machine Vision Maker

The FH41 Series is used as an interface connector for the embedded vision systems.

For signal and power
Major Machine Vision Maker

The ZX360 Series is used for signal and the HR10A Series is used for power.

Standard Roadmap (Related to Machine Vision Camera)

Hirose offers products that meet various standards.

Standard Roadmap (Related to Machine Vision Camera)

Connectors Recommended for Machine Vision

Circular Connector for Trigger

HR10A
High Performance, Miniature Circular Connectors
HR10 Series

・A simple, yet highly reliable design for compact,
 high density applications
・Extremely easy mating/unmating operations

HR25A
Miniature Push-Pull Circular Connectors HR25A Series

・Small size – high density
・Simple push-in/ pull-out mating / un-mating
・Several mounting number of positions, styles and terminations
・Metal shells

75Ω coaxial connector

BNC75
BNC 75 Ohm Connectors BNC75 Series

・50 ohm-based BNC connector, 75 ohm type
・Easy on, easy-off bayonet lock system
・Cable for this connector is coaxial with the diameter of approximately
 3 dia. - 6 dia. (1.5C-QEV.CW etc.)
・Hirose 12G products corresponds to 12G (UHD)
 -SDI (SMPTE ST-2082) transmission.

PL76
75 Ohm Miniature Coaxial Connectors
with Push-Pull Lock PL76 Series

・Miniature 75 ohm Push-Pull Lock
・Top-Touch Mechanism
・40% downsized compared with BNC type connectors
・Suited for FA cameras using a 75 ohm design

Ethernet connector

ix Industrial
Conforming to IEC Spec. Ethernet for Industry
ix Industrial™

・Contribution to size reduction
・Single action lock design
・Robust design resistant to wrenching forces
・High EMC Resistance

USB connector

ZX360
USB3.0 Micro-B Connector ZX360 Series

・Supports high-speed USB 3.0 transmissions
・Fully supports MicroUSB2.0
・Design provides a smoother mating cycle and a longer life

FPC/FFC connector

FH28
0.5mm/1.0mm Pitch, 2.55mm Height FPC/FFC Connectors
FH28 Series

・Highly reliable connection and robust structure
・Simplified operations
・Increased FPC/FFC retention force
・Accepts standard 0.3 mm thick FPC/FFC

FH34SRJ
0.5mm Pitch, 1.0mm Height, Top and Bottom Contact,
Back-Flip FH34 Series

・Low-profile
・FH34SRJ : Increased FPC/FFC retention force
・FH34D : Mechanical lock type
・Unique Back-Flip rotating actuator

FH26
0.3mm Pitch, 1.0mm Height FPC Connectors
FH26 Series

・Low-profile 0.3 mm pitch FPC connector
・Easy PCB Mounting
・Fully molded structure aids PCB layout
・Rotating one-touch ZIF mechanism

Board-to-board connector

DF12
0.5mm Pitch 3.0/3.5/4.0/5.0mm Stack Height
SMT BtoB Connectors DF12 Series

・Broad Variations of Stacking Height
・Supports Automatic Mounting
・Metal Fitting Available

DF40
0.4mm Pitch, 1.5-4.0mm Height, BtoB/Board-to-FPC
Connectors DF40 Series

・High density mounting
・Multiple stack height options
・High contact reliability
・Excellent self-aligning range

FH26
0.3mm Pitch, 1.0mm Height FPC Connectors
FH26 Series

・Low-profile 0.3 mm pitch FPC connector
・Easy PCB Mounting
・Fully molded structure aids PCB layout
・Rotating one-touch ZIF mechanism


In cases where the application will demand a high level of reliability, such as automotive, please contact a company representative for further information.