Molex expands RF and Microwave product lines
Molex has extended its RF and microwave product capabilities with the 2009 acquisition of China-based Zhenjiang Tean Telecom & Appliance Co., Ltd. (Tean), a designer and manufacturer of a variety of radio frequency (RF) and microwave products for the telecom and base station/wireless markets globally.
“The Tean acquisition boosts Molex’s share of the developing global market for RF and microwave interconnect systems and gives us a strong presence in the rapidly growing market in China,” said Roger Kauffman, Molex RF marketing and sales manager. “Integrating Tean’s innovative designs, technical expertise and quality manufacturing processes with Molex’s interconnect solutions and global reach, has allowed us to strategically expand our global presence and solution offerings.”
The Molex-Tean Wireless Solutions include:
· Cable Connectors – Type N, DIN 7/16, EIA
· Panel Mount Connectors – DIN 7/16, Type N
· Lightning Protection – Quarter-Wave Stubs and Gas Discharge Tube (GDT)
· Jumper Cables and Assemblies – Helical, Conformable, Braided Styles
· Adapters – In-Series and Between-Series
· Microwave Devices, including Splitters and Couplers
Molex’s RF products come in a range of sizes and styles for added flexibility in meeting customer applications in a variety of markets, including military, automotive, medical, instrumentation, telecom and wireless.
Kauffman adds: “Tean’s geographic location, legacy of innovation and established customer base are a perfect fit for Molex to build a stronger competitive position in the global RF and microwave interconnect market by extending our reach from North America and Europe to the expanding wireless infrastructure markets in India and China.”