Molex High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) Interconnect System
Molex High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) Interconnect System provides a compact, high-performance solution tailored for the demands of modern vehicle architectures, enabling next-generation capabilities for automotive design engineers. These HFM connectors are smaller than standard FAKRA connectors and handle higher speeds, delivering data rates of up to 28Gbps at frequencies up to 20GHz. The compact, lightweight form factor is optimized for space efficiency and rugged reliability, featuring 80% space savings over traditional FAKRA connectors. The series also offers an integrated secondary lock (ISL) and an optional connector position assurance (CPA) for enhanced connection reliability. The sealed variants provide durability in harsh conditions by protecting against fluid and water ingress. Applications for the Molex HFM interconnect system include autonomous driving systems, internet connections, infotainment systems, 5G, BLUETOOTH®, and Wi-Fi®.
Features
- High-speed data transmission for advanced applications
- Rugged and scalable for future-proofed architecture
- Compact design reduces weight, saves installation space, and maximizes limited PCB real estate for improved overall efficiency
- Prevents accidental disconnection in high-vibration applications
- ISL and available CPA provide robust terminal and connector retention
- Enables real-time communication with high-performance devices
- Single, dual, dual-stack, and quad connectors for wire-to-wire, wire-to-module, and wire-to-device solutions
Applications
- Automotive
- Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
- Autonomous driving systems
- Camera systems (surround view, driver monitor, lane assist, and other systems)
- High-resolution (4K) displays
- High-speed cable networks
- Infotainment systems
- Internet connections
- Radar systems
- Rear-seat entertainment devices
- Sensor-to-device connections
- Telematics solutions
- 5G
- Bluetooth
- Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
- Satellite radio
- Vehicle-to-everything (V2X)
- Wi-Fi
- WiGig
Specifications
- Up to 20GHz frequencies
- Up to 28Gbps data rate
- 50Ω impedance
- USCAR-49 and USCAR-2 validations
- APIX, ASA-ML, Ethernet, FPD-Link III/IV, GMSL 2/3, GVIF, HDBase-T, MIPI A-PHY, and PCIe protocols
- -40°C to +105°C operating temperature range
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