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USB Hub and Charger

A smart integration of mobile devices into the car is represented by the USB Hub, which enables not only power delivery but also high speed USB 3.1 data transfer from the smart device to the car’s infotainment system. Molex USB Hub and Charger solutions are unobtrusive, solid designed and built according to automotive standards with respect to consumer adapters.

USB HUB and Smart Charging Solutions


USB HUB and Smart Charging Solutions

Best-in-class connectivity solutions enabling high-speed data and content transmission.

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USB Hubs

Providing maximum power and protective circuitry — in a compact, convenient package. Assuring a safe, fast, and effective charge.

Off-the-shelf and custom charger solutions
Single Port USB Smart Charger Modules
Dual Port USB Smart Charger Modules
Multiple design shapes

Smart Charging

Access high-speed audio and video connections through flexibly-designed, integrated active and passive I/O Media Modules, enabling:

Smart Devices
Laptops
Video, infotainment and navigation displays
Video game consoles
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto/Baidu CarLife

In-Vehicle Smart Charging Modules


In-Vehicle Smart Charging Modules

Off-the-shelf and custom In-Vehicle Charging Modules with smart technology ensure fast battery recharging in a compact, convenient package.

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Off-the-Shelf

Pre-assembled active USB charger with PCB routing and mechanical enclosure design
Saves costs in engineering time and tooling; Ensures fast delivery time

Compliant with Battery Charging (BC) 1.2 standards
Charges up to 5V DC / 1.5A (with compliant BC 1.2 devices)

Designed for existing rocker-switch panels for commercial vehicles
Facilitates drop-in design

Compatible Molex automotive I/O connector offering
Provides a single-system supplier for added reliability
Reduces overall cost

Compact, single-charger design
Enables charging-port integration throughout the vehicle

Custom

Smart technology that communicates with plugged-in mobile devices
Ensures effective battery charging for a range of device profiles

Voltage compensation
Provides reliable voltage-drop support for USB cables

Approximately 30 to 40% smaller than competition
Enables flexibility with positioning modules in space-constrained vehicle locations

Current-limit switch with integrated intelligent chip

Regulates electrical current according to manufacturers’ specifications

Transient suppression capabilities
Shields devices from vehicle electrical subsystem voltage and current spikes