How do High-speed Automotive Connectors Help Ensure Safer Driving?

As the trend of intelligent new energy vehicles continues to deepen, intelligent driving is moving toward driverless driving at an unprecedented speed. This process has greatly promoted the market demand for high-speed connectors.

However, the road to self-driving cars will not be smooth sailing. Despite significant technological progress, autonomous driving systems still face many challenges. For example, one system misjudged a billboard truck as an actual obstacle, causing emergency braking and a rear-end collision; another example was that the vehicle unexpectedly collided during the automatic parking process. These events constantly remind us that the road to the implementation of driverless technology is still full of bumps and challenges.

What Kind of High-speed Connectors are Needed for Multiple Sensors?

To meet the connection requirements of vehicle body sensors, there are currently many types of high-speed automotive connectors, including Fakra, Mini-Fakra, HSD, and Ethernet connectors.

• Fakra Connectors

At present, the most commonly used high-speed automotive connectors in traditional passenger cars are Fakra and Mini Fakra, which are generally used for sensor installation and connection.

• HSD Connectors

HSD connectors are usually used in conjunction with Fakra and Mini-Fakra. In the implementation of surround-view ADAS systems, the camera is linked to the Mini-Fakra connector via a wiring harness, allowing the collected data to be transmitted to the vehicle’s surround-view system. Subsequently, the HSD connector bridges the wiring harness to facilitate data transfer to the host.

• Ethernet Connector

Additionally, the Ethernet connector serves as a physical interface to connect computers, network devices, and Ethernet cables. It plays a crucial role in various computer networks and communication equipment by establishing Ethernet connections and enabling data transmission.

Summary

Domestic manufacturers also attach great importance to technology investment. In the past three years, the R&D expense rate has been higher than that of foreign manufacturers, and they have a strong desire to develop and upgrade products. After years of technological accumulation, they have met the corresponding requirements in design capabilities and automated production capabilities, achieved mass production of high-end products, gradually broke the monopoly of international industry giants, and provided diversified connector products for downstream vehicle manufacturers. However, it is difficult for manufacturers without a certain scale to complete Fakra and Mini Fakra connectors. And from stamping/assembly/testing, they must comply with the IATF16949 specification.

It is difficult for small factories to implement relevant requirements, so it is urgent to form a complete interactive model. In the entire development and even mass production process, suppliers are required to have the ability to respond quickly and change engineering. However, with the rapid rise of the new energy vehicle market, some companies in the Fakra and Mini Fakra connector market cannot meet customer needs due to their technical level and delivery capabilities because terminal parts are no longer simple connection devices but higher-level components that integrate devices and control systems.

Hejustamping-Automotive Connectors & Terminals Stamping Manufacturer

Dongguan Heju Precision Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. is a specialized manufacturer focused on the design and production of automotive wiring harness connector terminals. In 2016, the company achieved IATF16949 system certification. We are proud to support esteemed automotive models, including those from BMW, Wenjie, Xiaopeng, and Geely. Our Mini-Fakra and Fakra terminals offer reliable signal transmission, meeting the quality standards set by imported brands. We have established a comprehensive supporting service and quality inspection system, complemented by over 50 imported punching machines that ensure efficient production and robust delivery capabilities. We are committed to actively collaborating with customers to customize products and facilitate domestic substitution.