Connectors / Automotive Connectivity /High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM)

High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) Connectors provide compact automotive connectivity with data rates up to 28Gbps at 20 GHz. They save up to 80% space and ensure reliable performance for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), cameras and infotainment. 

Modern vehicles require faster data transfer in less space. Molex High-Speed FAKRA-Mini (HFM) Interconnect System provides a compact solution that is up to 80% smaller than standard FAKRA connectors. This saves weight and valuable PCB space while supporting high-speed data rates up to 28Gbps at frequencies up to 20 GHz.

The HFM system is designed for the demands of modern vehicle architectures. Integrated Secondary Lock (ISL), Connector Position Assurance (CPA), and full EMI shielding ensure secure, stable connections even under vibration. Sealed versions protect against water and fluid ingress, extending durability in harsh conditions. Available in single, dual, dual-stack, quad connector and header options, the modular design supports multiple protocols and adapts easily to future vehicle networks. With its speed, space savings, and rugged performance, HFM is ideal for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), data-rich applications such as cameras, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication and infotainment systems, and autonomous driving.

Features

• Supports data rates up to 28Gbps and frequencies to 20 GHz at 50 Ohms impedance
• Saves space with a compact design up to 80% smaller than standard FAKRA connectors
• Performs reliably across a wide temperature range of –40 to +105°C
• Compatible with multiple protocols including Ethernet, PCIe, MIPI A-PHY, HDBase-T, APIX, ASA-ML, FPD-Link, GMSL, and GVIF
• Meets USCAR-49 and USCAR-2 automotive standards for validated reliability
• Ensures signal integrity with fully shielded coaxial connections for cameras, infotainment, and telematics
• Improves safety with Integrated Secondary Lock (ISL) and optional Connector Position Assurance (CPA) to prevent disconnection
• Offers modular options in single, dual, dual-stack, and quad formats for flexible system design and future upgrades

Applications

       Automotive

• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
• Autonomous driving systems
• Camera systems (surround view, driver monitoring, lane assist)
• High-resolution (4K) displays
• High-speed in-vehicle networks
• Infotainment systems
• Rear-seat entertainment systems
• Radar systems
• LiDAR systems
• Sensor-to-device connections
• Telematics solutions (5G, Bluetooth, Global position satellite (GPS), satellite radio, vehicle-to-everything (V2X), Wi-Fi and WiGig)