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Extensive Lineup of Interface Connectors for Industrial Ethernet
The rise of Industry 4.0, the trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies, has lead to greater efficiency as manufacturing sites use ICT (Information & Communications Technology) at increased rates. As a result, connector needs have also diversified.
Hirose Electric offers an extensive lineup of interface connectors for industrial Ethernet. We offer a wide variety of connectors meeting customer needs, including standardized products, Hirose original connectors, and cutting-edge Single Pair connectors.
Select from the Connection Method and Operating Environment
Hirose Electric offers a wide range of connectors suited to our customers' applications and usage environments.
In addition to standard products such as the RJ-45, which has been used for many years to connect various devices to Ethernet, Hirose also offers original connectors which are smaller in size and improved in wire connection workability and shielding performance. We also provide a wide range of types including conventional 2 pair and 4 pair connectors and 2pos. Single Pair Ethernet connectors which are expected to become popular in the future. You can find the ideal connector that meets your needs with Hirose’s extensive product line-up.
Select Based on Transmission Standards
Ethernet standards vary depending on the transmission speed and cables used.
Hirose offers a wide range of connectors compatible with cables supporting various transmission standards, from Cat.5e, a common 1Gbps LAN cable, to Cat.6A for next-generation Ethernet.
| Series Name | ix Industrial™ | TM61P | TM31P | TM21P | TM21R | LF |
T1 (Under Development) |
| Features | IEC 61076-3-124 | IEC60603-7 Cat.6A RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.6A RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.5e RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.5e RJ-45 Receptacle |
Cat.6A Waterproof Shielded |
IEC 63171-6 Single Pair Ethernet |
| Cat.5e | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓* | - |
| Cat.6 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - | - | ✓ | - |
| Cat.6A | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - | - | ✓ | - |
*Supports transmission speeds equivalent to Cat.5e.
Recommended Applications
With a wide range of connectors, you can choose the Ethernet connector that is best suited for the equipment you are designing and developing.
These connectors can be used for a various equipment indispensable to smart factories, such as robots and controllers, as well as railway vehicles.
| Series Name | ix Industrial™ | TM61P | TM31P | TM21P | TM21R | LF |
T1 (Under Development) |
| Features | IEC 61076-3-124 | IEC60603-7 Cat.6A RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.6A RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.5e対応 RJ-45 Plug |
IEC60603-7 Cat.5e RJ-45 Receptacle |
Cat.6A Waterproof Shielded |
IEC 63171-6 |
| PLC | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Servo Drive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Robot | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Machine Tool | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Machine Vision | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Sensor | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| AGV/AMR | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Railway (Inside of Equipment) |
✓ |
Product Lineup
This compact interface connector is about 75% smaller than the conventional RJ-45.
Despite its small size, it has a mating durability of 5,000 times, making it extremely durable and strong.
ix Industrial™ also supports Cat.6A (10Gbps) Ethernet for stable high speed transmission.
ix Industrial™ is the next-generation compact Ethernet connector compliant with IEC standards.
ix Industrial™ Adoption Case
ix Industrial™ is installed in the encoder connection part of the servo drive system developed by SIEMENS AG.
The ix Industrial™ which can be easily assembled with a small number of parts, was selected and evaluated for the SINAMICS S210 servo drive system.
A modular plug supporting Cat.6A.
The 360° metal shield provides noise resistance.
TM61P is compatible with the same cable sizes as the ix Industrial, and is for ix Industrial cable assemblies (one side ix, one side RJ45).
A modular plug supporting Cat.6A.
It is covered with 360° metal shield and has a noise resistant design. We have a variety of cover colors, so you can choose the one that suits your application.
A modular plug supporting Cat.5e.
It is covered with a metal shield to ensure EMI protection. We have a variety of cover colors, so you can choose the one that suits your application. Short cover type is also available.
A modular receptacle supporting Cat.5e.
The single-port type supports Cat.5e transmission and the multi-port type supports Cat.5 transmission.
The built-in light indicator eliminates the need for a space dedicated to the light indicator on the panel side, resulting in space savings.
TM Series Adoption Case
As an RJ-45 connector, TM Series has been widely used in industrial equipment such as servo drives.
The LF Series is a small robust circular interface connector with metal shell.
Compliant with IPX7/IPX8, this product can be used safely even in places where there is a risk of condensation or water damage.
In addition, it has a small and robust shield design that reliably prevents noise.
You can choose from a wide variety of types, including straight connection, right angle connection, soldering, crimping, power/signal hybrid type and more.
LF Series Adoption Case
The straight type and low profile right angle types of the LF Series have been installed by major robot manufacturers for the robot body, gripper attached to the robot arm and rotary joint.
■ T1 Series (Under Development)
Connector for Single-Pair Ethernet.
Single-Pair Ethernet is a transmission technology in which a single pair of twisted copper wires is used to transmit signals.
This under development connector has been adopted as the IEEE802.3 BASE-T1 standard.
