Connectors are an indispensable element in the modern electrified and networked world. They enable the modular structuring of assemblies and devices, systems, or plants. They additionally connect decentralised peripheries or sub-systems for power transmission and data/signal communication.
The multitude of possible applications has led to a very large variety of connectors. This is caused, among other things, different standards regarding design, application area, and electrical signals. Standardised applications include analogue, digital, or radio frequency signal communications as well as power transmission for high current or high voltage requirements.
The INGUN product portfolio is focused on these connectors installed in the intended application and is essential for robust, high-quality, reliable use in the test environment in the laboratory, as well as under simulated of actual conditions.
Connector solutions
Radio frequency
Using INGUN's radio frequency test solutions, precise, self-centring contacting of connectors is possible. Our customers can choose from a wide range of standardised test probes for the automotive sector such as FAKRA, mini-FAKRA, HSD, H-MTD, Mate-AX, Mate-Net or MX series. For data transmission, a basic distinction is made between two systems: coaxial connectors, which tend to be used for analogue signals, and differential connectors, which are used for digital signals. In the test plug product range, efficient contacting for connectors such as USB, RJ or HDMI are available.
- For testing FAKRA-mini connectors e.g. HFM (Rosenberger) or Mate-AX (TE Connectivity)
- Used mainly in future technologies for the automotive market (e.g. autonomous driving)
- Radio-frequency test probes for best radio frequency performance and data transmission
- Modular design, test probe combination for single, double or quadruple housing can be used or installed in floating mount HAS-807
- Cable interface high-speed SMPM male, connection cable SMPM female
- For testing HSD connectors (Rosenberger)
- Used for the transmission of high-speed data for navigation and entertainment in automotive engineering.
- For high data rates, e.g. LVDS signals, GVIF or USB
- Freely movable bearing
- Installation: press directly into the mounting plate or via flange mounting
- Cable interface optionally with original HSD plug as well as INGUN plug
- For testing FAKRA-mini connectors e.g. HFM (Rosenberger) or Mate-AX (TE Connectivity)
- Used mainly in future technologies for the automotive market (e.g. autonomous driving)
- Radio-frequency test probes for best radio frequency performance and data transmission
- Modular design, test probe combination for single, double or quadruple housing can be used or installed in floating mount HAS-807
- Cable interface high-speed SMPM male, connection cable SMPM female
- For testing HSD connectors (Rosenberger)
- Used for the transmission of high-speed data for navigation and entertainment in automotive engineering.
- For high data rates, e.g. LVDS signals, GVIF or USB
- Freely movable bearing
- Installation: press directly into the mounting plate or via flange mounting
- Cable interface optionally with original HSD plug as well as INGUN plug
- For testing differential connectors (e.g. LV 214 / USCAR)
- Used mainly in future technologies for the automotive market (e.g. autonomous driving)
- Consistent radio-frequency performance for data transmission
- Modular design, test probe combination for single, double, or quadruple housing
- Cable interface H-MTD
- For contacting plug connectors, micro-connectors micro-switches
- Up to 12 GHz
- Cable interface SMA
- Installation via flange mounting
- For contacting differential connectors from the MX and USCAR series in the automotive sector
- Connection via SE-821 cable interface
- Floating mechanism is integrated
- Installation via one-sided flange mounting
- Long standard series
- Up to 2 GHz
- Cable interface MCX
- Plug-in version
- Receptacles: KS-810, KS-810 R, KS-810 F
- For testing HSD connectors (Rosenberger)
- Used for the transmission of high-speed data for navigation and entertainment in automotive engineering.
- For high data rates, e.g. LVDS signals, GVIF or USB
- Freely movable bearing
- Installation: press directly into the mounting plate or via flange mounting
- Cable interface optionally with screw-in INGUN plug
- For testing HSD connectors (Rosenberger)
- Used for the transmission of high-speed data for navigation and entertainment in automotive engineering.
- For high data rates, e.g. LVDS signals, GVIF or USB
- Freely movable bearing
- Installation: press directly into the mounting plate or via flange mounting
- Cable interface optionally with original HSD plug as well as INGUN plug
- Long standard series
- Up to 4 GHz
- Cable interface MCX
- Plug-in version
- Receptacles: KS-810, KS-810 R, KS-810 F
- Used mainly in future technologies for the automotive market (e.g. autonomous driving)
- Floating mount for HFS-807 radio-frequency probes for FAKRA mini connectors with centring range: ± 0.6 mm, angular offset: ± 2°
- The complete assembly includes four HFS-807 303 051 A 6842 HFM-M test probes.
- Cable interface via high- speed SMPM cable SE-FLX405- 50SMPMFG050SMAMG
- Easy replacement of the test probes from the DUT side, insert bit for screwing in: BIT-HFS-807 M-B, recommended tightening torque: 20 cNm
Flat contacts
Flat contacts are frequently used in the connector sector. This geometry is extremely economical to produce and is therefore found in large quantities. The terminals can be placed directly on the PCB using automatic placement machines. Another possibility is to place the terminals directly in the connector using an injection moulding process. The flat contacts can be contacted using the INGUN test probes in a small grid size and with standard, as well as four-wire, measurements. INGUN’s patented HKF or VKF series has the advantage of scratch-free testing.
- Scratch-free contacting of flat contacts with compact design
- During the contacting process the contact lamellae are pressed against the flat connector blades without scratching.
- Current carrying capacityup to max. 40 A, depending on version
- Four-wire measurement
- For flat connector blades
- DUT thickness 0.8 mm (± 0.1 mm)
- Suitable cntact receptacle with anti-rotation lock is KS-624 M5 M5-RF-S
Round contacts
The round contacts in the connectors can withstand high voltages and currents, especially in the field of e-mobility. There are a wide variety of diameters and probe lengths for round contacts. A special feature is the finger guard, which often has to be subjected to a detection test. The round contacts can be contacted using the INGUN test probes in small grid size and with standard as well as four-wire measurements. The patented scratch-free HKR and VKR versions are particularly worthy of mention. Other probes for shielding and integrated thermocouples are also available.
- High-current clamp for scratch-free contacting of round posts and threads
- During the contacting process, the contact lamellae are pressed securely against the post without scratching it.
- Due to the probe design, they are particularly suitable for applications with vibrations, dirt, and longer test cycles, as well as for round contacts with shock-proof protection.
- High-current clamp for scratch-free contacting of round posts and threads
- During the contacting process, the contact lamellae are pressed securely against the post without scratching it.
- Due to their design, the test probes are particularly well-suited for applications with vibrations, contamination, and longer test cycles, as well as for round contacts with contact protection on the front side.
Sockets/terminals
High-current cables are the links between connectors and power consumption units. The cable assemblies are tested for quality by means of a high-current and/or high-voltage test. The accessibility of the terminals is usually difficult for safety reasons, which can complicate the test process. However, INGUN has developed solutions to contact these terminals safely and without scratch.
