Hirose Electric Releases New FX36 Series Connectors
The board-to-board connectors are designed to support compact electric and hybrid vehicle electronic systems.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
Hirose Electric has launched its new FX36 Series board-to-board connectors, engineered specifically for use in automotive environments. The product line is designed to support the complex requirements of multifunctional systems within compact battery and hybrid electric vehicles.
Why it matters
As vehicle manufacturers shift toward more compact designs, these connectors provide a reliable interface for internal electronics that must withstand the specific thermal and mechanical demands of modern EV powertrains.
The FX36 Series features a 0.5 mm pitch and supports heat resistance up to 125°C. The design accommodates misalignment of ±0.7 mm in the X and Y axes, ±0.5 mm in the Z axis, and absorbs 0.05 mm of PCB vibration in the Z direction.
The players
Hirose Electric
Hirose Electric is a global manufacturer of electronic connectors used in telecommunications, industrial, and automotive applications.
The details
The connectors utilize a specialized two-point contact design to maintain signal integrity in vibration-prone environments. This geometry allows the components to absorb mechanical stress while accommodating misalignment during the assembly process.
Timeline
October 21, 2026: Hirose Electric officially released the FX36 Series connector product line.
Roadmap
The introduction of the FX36 Series highlights the automotive industry's push toward higher electronic integration within smaller chassis footprints. This development positions Hirose Electric to capitalize on the increasing mechanical reliability demands of the global electric vehicle supply chain.
These components will likely appear in upcoming vehicle models, potentially lowering assembly costs by allowing for greater tolerance during the installation of electronic modules. Drivers may benefit from the increased reliability of onboard systems under high-temperature or high-vibration driving conditions.
The takeaway
Reliable connectivity is a foundational requirement for the complex computing systems driving modern hybrid and electric cars. Engineers should note how specialized contact geometries can simplify the assembly of highly dense electronic environments.
Further reading
For more information on the current landscape of automotive electronics, visit the Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Electrical Engineering News and Products.
