This report provides a detailed analysis of connectors that feature the capability of mitigating the negative effects of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and/or electrostatic discharge (ESD). 

The proliferation of electronic devices in both military as well as in the consumer market has made the management of EMI and ESD issues a key consideration early in the new product design cycle. Filtered connectors are available in circular and rectangular configurations, and utilize a variety of filter technologies including chip capacitors, tubular, and planar.  

This new report addresses the most common filtered connector types in use today including a variety of military / aerospace circulars, Mil-C-24308 Subminiature D connectors and ARINC connectors. 

Filtered connectors utilized in industrial, medical, telecommunications and consumer products include commercial Subminiature D, RJ45 jacks with integrated magnetics, and filtered IEC power inlets.

High-speed digital signals can be corrupted by both conducted and radiated interference.  Design engineers must insure that equipment is protected from electronic noise created by other devices in the area.  At the same time, electronic equipment must not become a source of radiated noise that exceeds government emission limits.  A combination of higher data rates, increased packaging density, switching power supplies and constant pressure to reduce product cost has increased the challenge to design equipment that achieves electromagnetic compatibility.

A variety of design approaches including shielding and filtering can be utilized to insure system compatibility.  Discrete filtering elements located on the printed circuit board can be effective, but consume valuable space and assembly labor.  The most effective location for filtering to be implemented is within the input/output interface.  Electronic interference is stripped from data and power lines at the wall of the shielded enclosure.  The integrated ground plane in a filtered connector insures that there are no apertures through which radiated noise can enter or escape the product.

This new report begins with a tutorial on the basics of electromagnetic theory as well as EMI filtering and ESD protection techniques. Chapters are devoted to discussion of filter performance for each filter type, how products are tested and verified for EMI compatibility, and how global emission standards have influenced the design of new electronic equipment.  Other chapters review alternatives to the use of filtered connectors and types of devices used to protect sensitive equipment from static discharge.

Additional chapters review typical military, and commercial applications that utilize filtered and ESD protected connectors and identifies potential growth markets.  A detailed review of advances in filter technology as well as recently introduced products is included.  Separate chapters provide overviews of the current supplier base for both military and commercial connectors, with listings and photos of their filtered product lines.

A 25-page chapter provides extensive data on the estimated market value of filtered connectors by connector type and region of the world.  Additional charts provide market forecast projections to 2014 with a 5-year CAGR percentage.  A detailed appendix provides a useful list of terms and definitions used in the report.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1- Report Process 
Report scope and methodology
Report objectives
Methodology and approach
 
Chapter 2 - Introduction
Introduction to electromagnetic theory
Creation of emission standards
Basic EMI solutions
 
Chapter 3 - Filter Technologies
Filter technologies
Filter performance characteristics
Electrostatic discharge protection
Filter type and value selection process
 
Chapter 4 - Filter Connector Interface Types
Military circular connectors
D-Subminiature connectors
ARINC connectors
Additional connector types
Modular Jacks with Integrated Magnetics
Power Inlet Filters
Automotive Filtered Connectors
 
Chapter 5 – Standards
Global EMC Regulatory Agencies / Standards
 
Chapter 6 – Test Methodology
EMC Compliance Verification Process / Test Procedures
 
Chapter 7 - Alternative Solutions to Filtered Connectors
PCB design solutions
Shielding
Shielded cables 
PCB Mounted discrete filters
Ferrite filters
Active Signal Conditioning Devices
Filter connector adapters
 
Chapter 8 – Mil/Aero Suppliers and Products
Military / Aerospace Market
Amphenol Corporation
Deutsch
Glenair
ITT Interconnect Solutions: Cannon
Jerrik
Sabritec
Souriau USA
Spectrum Advanced Specialty Products
Other manufacturers, Connective Design Inc
G&H Technology Inc
FilConn Inc
HiRel Corp
Polamco LTD
AEF Solutions
EMP Connectors
Cristek Interconnects Inc
Outman Industries 
 
Chapter 9 – Commercial Suppliers and Products
Commercial / Industrial Equipment Market

Filtered D- Subminiature Connectors

Conec Corporation
Amphenol Canada
Spectrum Advanced Specialty Products
Cinch
Harting
ITT Interconnect Solutions
Ferroperm
EMI Solutions Inc

Filtered RJ45 Magnetic Jacks

ERNI
Bel Stewart Connector
Pulse
Tyco Electronics
Molex
Halo Electronics Inc
Amphenol Canada 
FCI Electronics
Conec
Yamaichi
Spectrum Control

Automotive Filtered Connectors

Molex
FCI Electronics
Delphi 

Filtered Power Entry Modules

Interpower Corporation
Schaffner
Tyco Electronics CORCOM
Delta Electronics Inc
Schurter Inc
Power Dynamics Inc

Chapter 10 – Mil/Aero Applications
Military / Aerospace Applications for Filtered Connectors
 
Chapter 11 – Commercial Applications
Commercial Applications for Filtered Connectors
 
Chapter 12 – Technology / Trends
EMC Technology Trends, New Products
 
Chapter 13 – Market Statistics
2007 and 2008 World Filtered Connector Sales by Region
2008 Total World Filtered Connector Sales by Region Chart
Total World Filtered Connector Sales 2007 and 2008 by Product Type
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, North America
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Europe
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Japan
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, China
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Asia Pacific
2007 and 2008 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, ROW
2008 and 2009 World Filtered Connector Sales by Region
2009 Total World Filtered Connector Sales by Region Chart
Total World Filtered Connector Sales 2008 and 2009 by Product Type
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, North America
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Europe
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Japan
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, China
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, Asia Pacific
2008 and 2009 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, ROW
2009 and 2014 World Filter Connector Sales by Region With 5-Year CAGR
2014 Market Share By Region, Chart
2009 and 2014 World Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type, 5-Year CAGR
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, North America
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, Europe
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, Japan
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, China
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, Asia Pacific
2009 and 2014 Filtered Connector Sales by Product Type by Region With 5-Year CAGR, ROW
2009 World Filtered Connector Market Share by Product Type, Chart
2014 World Filtered Connector Market Share by Product Type, Chart
 
Chapter 14 – Conclusions
Major Findings and Conclusions
 
Appendix A
Terms and Definitions