Connectors & Adaptors

1.0-2.3 (DIN 47297) connectors perform at 50 Ohm up to 10 GHz and are characterized by high mechanical and electrical stability. They are 40 % smaller than the 1.6-5.6 series. The connectors offer various coupling mechanisms where male types can be connected with any female type. The quick-lock/push-pull locking/coupling version allows quick installation. This series complies with CECC 22230 and DIN 47297.

1.6-5.6 connectors perform at 75 Ohm up to 4/12 GHz and are characterized by high mechanical and electrical stability. They are mainly used for reliable transmission of high bit-rates. IInd and IIIrd generation 1.6-5.6 connectors are intermateable and feature different coupling mechanisms for allowing male types to be connected to all female types. The screw-on coupling version provides positive, familiar mating, while the quick-lock/push-pull coupling version enables quick installation. This series complies with CECC 22240 standards.

4.1-9.5 coaxial connectors, screw-on locking, for frequencies up to 14 GHz, screw-on are robust and weatherproof. With smaller dimensions than 7-16 series solutions, making them ideal for mobile communication environments.

The 4.3-10 series is a low PIM (Passive Intermodulation) system for frequencies up to 12 GHz for use in mobile communication applications. It is designed to meet the growing performance needs of mobile network equipment, when connecting, for example, RRUs to antennas. Features include compact connector sizes, best electrical performance, low PIM and coupling torque as well as easy installation. Offering three different coupling mechanisms – screw, quick-lock/push-pull and hand-screw – the universal jack design is mateable with all plug types.

7-16 connectors are high-quality coaxial solutions with low attenuation and intermodulation for frequencies up to 7.5 GHz. They are suitable for medium to high power transmission in outdoor applications such as mobile communications due to their high mechanical stability and excellent weather resistance.

Rosenberger BNC* coaxial connectors, with a two stud bayonet locking mechanism for easy, fast and reliable connections, are mainly applied in laboratories, data systems and telecom applications.

Rosenberger’s new EBC® (Efficient Board Connector) series is the ideal 5G board-to-board and board-to-module RF interconnect solution for active MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) antennas and radios. Outstanding performance, low cost design and high mechanical stability make EBC® the perfect future-proof product for 5G radio interconnections. For applications up to 8 GHz, EBC® connectors fulfill the challenging requirements caused by the exponential data volumes increases in future 5G networks. Essential characteristics include extremely small dimensions, radial and axial misalignments, different holding forces, minimum board-to-board distances, and fast and cost-effective assembly design. A key mechanical design feature is the locating side which is integrated in the bullet. One side has a smooth bore, while the other has a limited-detent design. The single PCB coupler provides a consistent footprint with preloaded outer contacts for ensuring contact optimization, the push/snap-on locking mechanism allows fast and easy disconnection.

Following the revision of the IEC 61169-24 interface standard in response to the increasing performance demands of the broadcast television sector, Rosenberger has fundamentally revised its F-interface calibration elements. The considerably improved characteristics include an extended frequency range, from DC to 4 GHz up to DC to 6 GHz, and a doubling of mating cycles from 500 to 1000. The new 6 GHz-spectrum F series from Rosenberger comprises calibration adaptors, calibration loads, opens, shorts and loads. A new “full range” calibration adaptor is also available, addressing the extremely wide male connector pin tolerances of 0.64 mm to 1.13 mm.

Rosenberger FAKRA* industry standard compatible connectors are designed to fulfill the rigorous mechanical and environmental requirements of the automotive industry. Ensuring maximum electrical and mechanical performance, these high quality FAKRA connectors feature specific color coded plastic housings in accordance with the FAKRA coding industry standard. Thirteen distinct mechanical and color codes enable easy identification and unique keying to avoid mis-mating and additional one neutral coding. Combining Rosenberger’s turned part production expertise and FAKRA SF stamped and formed technology these precision manufactured products are ideally suited for process-safe and fully automated assembly by harness makers – leading to a significant reduction in production costs. Rosenberger FAKRA products are compliant to ISO 20860-1 & 2 and USCAR 18 standards.

Rosenberger HFM® is the next generation of coaxial connectors for the automotive industry. For frequencies up to 15 GHz, the intelligent modular system ensures fast transmission of high data rates up to 20 Gbps. Its innovative design addresses the growing requirement for cost savings as well as reduced weight and size. Delivering space savings of up to 80 % compared to conventional FAKRA connectors, the Rosenberger HFM® connector system allows various modules to be accommodated in the smallest possible footprint.

Rosenberger has expanded its product portfolio for 100BASE-T1 connections with AMEC Ethernet connectors. In technical cooperation with Delphi/APTIV, further cost-effective high-speed Ethernet solutions for the automotive market are being developed. These robust, compact connectors deliver the high performance necessary for a range of applications including autonomous driving, driver assistance, rear seat entertainment, and LVDS & camera systems. The Delphi and Rosenberger AMEC program is 100 % compatible, ensuring the customer has a fully approved second source.

Rosenberger high-mating cycle products for applications requiring a robust user interface and extremely high mating cycles up to 100,000 connections. Industrial and consumer applications often require a robust user interface for the connection between a special power supply and the device. In such cases Rosenberger high-mating cycle products are the first choice and are available in standard and customized versions.

Rosenberger high-temperature connectors are generally used in engine compartments, boilers and ovens. These durable, resilient and customized connector systems are suitable for temperatures up to +450 °C. Rosenberger has the know-how of performing thermal and electrical simulations as well as processing high-temperature-proof materials such as ceramics and stainless steel. Different components including cable assemblies, housing connectors and matched antenna systems are developed in close cooperation with our customers and partners. Customized solutions are available upon request.

Rosenberger H-MTD® is a 360° fully shielded differential connector system for Ethernet applications. The newly developed system has successfully combined high-performance data transmission, of up to 15 GHz or 20 Gbps, in a compact yet robust automotive grade housing. Apart from ensuring high-bitrate data transmission, savings on installation space and weight, a further major advantage of this connector system is its modularity, providing the flexibility to support a wide range of Ethernet applications and industry protocols. Among others, this makes the Rosenberger H-MTD® highly suited for use by those designing solutions for the automotive industries.

The Rosenberger Magnetic RJ45 is an innovative magnetic connector solution for Ethernet connections. Ideal for applications where frequent connections and disconnections are necessary, the unique self-mating and locking magnetic plug ensures the right connection every time – even in the most inaccessible places. Ease of cleaning of the RJ45 components, a robust housing and the plug-in processes using magnets make the product a highly durable solution. The usual features such as ease of termination, high number of mating cycles, and combined power and LAN connections all come as standard.

The Rosenberger MTD® Connection System is an industry standard* Ethernet transmission system for optimized jacketed Twisted-Pair cables. Its excellent transmission and electrical performance, reduced weight, size and cost benefits have set new standards for 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps single connection Ethernet implementation in vehicles. Compared to other solutions currently available a key advantage of Rosenberger’s new connection system is the impedance-controlled transition area from cable to connector interface. Its small size in combination with several coding features allows multiple wire pairs to be placed in close proximity ensuring installation space is kept to a minimum. Furthermore, the honeycomb structure provides low crosstalk, good symmetry and can be extended modularly.