Interconnect Products support IEEE(TM) 1394 technology.
Press Release Summary:
With 9-pin interface, IEEE 1394b cables are capable of S3200 (3.2 Gbps digital data rate) over each of 2 differential channels. Interfaces provide minimum of 1,000 mating cycles and feature 3-stage sequential mating system. Sockets are double shielded for EMI protection and are available in pure SMT and SMT with through-hole outer shells. Designed with rugged leaf contacts, 1394b sockets offer spring contacts. Products are available in beta and bilingual keyed versions.
Original Press Release:
New Product Line from Molex Supports Next Generation IEEE(TM) 1394 Technology
Carry more data reliably between consumer, computer and automotive applications with the 1394b line of sockets and cable assemblies from Molex Incorporated. This next generation of IEEE 1394 technology offers a wide range of benefits, including higher bandwidth, longer cables and new applications. These IEEE 1394b interconnect products are ideal for use in desktop and laptop computers, computer peripherals, automotive applications, digital set-top boxes, game players, DV camcorders, digital VCRs, DVD/audio components, and HDTVs.
With the Molex-designed 9-pin interface, the IEEE 1394b cable is capable of S3200 (3.2Gbps digital data rate) over each of two differential channels, including DC power per the IEEE 1394b-2002 standard. The interface was designed to provide a minimum of 1,000 mating cycles. This connector system features a three-stage sequential mating system: cable ground, power and signals for ESD (Electro Static Discharge) and hot plugging.
The sockets are double shielded for improved EMI protection and are available in pure SMT and SMT with through-hole outer shells for increased board retention. The Molex 1394b socket is designed with rugged leaf contacts. The spring contact on the plug allows for easy cable replacement if damaged. The overmolded cable plug has no exposed metal ground shield, which protects users from ground loop. Cables are available in 1.0m, 2.0m and 4.5m cable lengths.
Molex's 1394b products are available in beta and bilingual keyed versions. The beta version connects to other beta devices which offers the higher speed advantage of 1394b while the bilingual version connects to legacy devices (1394 4-pin and 6-pin) for backward compatibility.
Pricing for these products depends on quantity and style. For example, when purchased in quantities of 25,000, the through-hole bilingual socket would cost $1,905.18 per thousand. When purchased in volumes of 1,000 assemblies, 2.0m cables would cost $10,151.30 per thousand. Typical lead time is six to eight weeks.
Molex Incorporated is a 64-year-old global manufacturer of electronic, electrical and fiber optic interconnection systems. Based in Lisle, Illinois, USA, the company operates 54 manufacturing facilities in 19 countries. The Molex Website address is www.molex.com.
