7 Dec 2015
TE Connectivity and FCI Announce Second-Source Agreement for Industrial Mini I/O Connectors
DARMSTADT, Germany – December 7, 2015 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and FCI have entered into a second-source agreement covering the Industrial Mini input/output (I/O) connector families, to establish the Industrial Mini I/O family in the market as the reliable Ethernet connector.
“We are delighted having FCI as a second-source for Industrial Mini I/O connectors” said Eric Leijtens, global product manager at TE. “This relationship with FCI will drive the standard for compact, highly reliable Ethernet connectors and cable assemblies. Introduced in 2012, the Industrial Mini I/O products already have great traction in the market and with FCI we hope to be able to bring Industrial Mini I/O products to the next level.”
“FCI is very pleased to work with TE by providing the industry with a second- source of TE’s innovative Industrial Mini I/O connector and cable assemblies,” said Fabrizio Stango, global portfolio director at FCI. “TE design expertise in industrial connectors and FCI’s expertise in input/output connector technology are a good match to offer a standard, dual-sourced industrial Ethernet solution.”
The Industrial Mini I/O connector is only one quarter the size of the conventional RJ45 plug, and provides space saving and the flexibility to use limited space on the PCB more effectively. Designed with two points of contact, this connector is built for the stringent demands of an industrial and high vibration environment, enabling increased productivity through a more reliable connection.
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ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity (NYSE: TEL) is a $12 billion global technology leader. Our connectivity and sensor solutions are essential in today’s increasingly connected world. We collaborate with engineers to transform their concepts into creations – redefining what’s possible using intelligent, efficient and high-performing TE products and solutions proven in harsh environments. Our 72,000 people, including 7,200 design engineers, partner with customers in close to 150 countries across a wide range of industries. We believe EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS – www.TE.com.
ABOUT FCI
FCI is a global company with about 13,000 people and more than 30 production facilities operating in 30 countries throughout the world and in 15 different languages. FCI is a leading designer, manufacturer, and supplier of innovative and high-quality electrical and electronic interconnect systems for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications. FCI is organized in 4 fully integrated Business Divisions controlling their own sales marketing design and manufacturing activities. For more information: www.fci.com.
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From left to right: Eric Leijtens, TE Senior Manager Industrial Product Management; Fabrizo Stango, global portfolio director at FCI; Craig McDonnell, TE General Manager & Vice President Industrial A&C.
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