Genalog introduces a range of hybrid connectors that lets original equipment manufacturers optimise interconnect forapplication specific demands.
High levels of robustness in mission-critical situations is what separates Omnetics’ hybrid connectors from the consumer level hybrids like USB-C. While USB does transmit power and signals— and is an extremely useful connector standard capable of many functions—being able to separate out power and signals lines in one connector ensures tailor-made components can easily be swapped out, and more complex module needs (variable power, say, or inputs from multiple sensors) can be met.
The smallest Omnetics hybrid connectors can hook up two power and five signal connections in a unit less than 7 mm diameter—making it ideal for lightweight, relatively straightforward systems. These simple plug-in connectors offer cheap, compact solutions. For increasingly complex designs where central control systems need to hook into more sophisticated sensors or other modules, the standard range of hybrid connector can field up to five power lines and 20 for signals.
Additionally, a multitude of latching and fixing options allow engineers designing their systems to optimise around several dimensions—price, weight, size, capacity, complexity, security of aperture and overall robustness.