The difference between FAKRA cable and Mini FAKRA cable

The difference between FAKRA cable and Mini FAKRA cable

There are many differences between FAKRA cables and Mini FAKRA cables, as follows:

Size and weight

FAKRA cable: It has a large size, occupies a lot of space, is relatively thick, and comes with larger connectors. Its use in compact environments may be limited to some extent.

Mini FAKRA cable: It is a miniaturized version of FAKRA cable, with significantly reduced size, thinner cables, smaller connectors, and lighter weight, which can effectively save space and reduce weight. For example, it has obvious advantages in space demanding scenarios such as autonomous vehicles, and can achieve higher integration.

Electrical performance

FAKRA cable: capable of meeting the signal transmission needs of traditional devices such as radios and GPS navigation in automobiles.

Mini FAKRA cable: It can support multiple on-board cameras with specifications above 8MP (4K), which is more suitable for the needs of high-speed data transmission in modern cars, such as the data transmission of cameras in the auto drive system, millimeter wave radar and other sensors, as well as the application of new generation technologies such as 5G communication and vehicle to vehicle wireless connection.

Application scenarios

FAKRA cable: widely used in automotive information entertainment systems, traditional driving assistance systems, etc., such as connecting car radios, ordinary car cameras, GPS navigators and other devices with the electronic control unit (ECU) of the car.

Mini FAKRA cable: mainly used in scenarios that require high space and data transmission speed, such as the connection between various sensors and computing units in autonomous vehicles, high-speed communication modules in intelligent connected vehicles, etc. It is an ideal choice for the development trend of intelligent and networked automobiles.

Production process

FAKRA cable: The production process is relatively mature, focusing on meeting the connection needs of traditional automotive electronic equipment. On the basis of ensuring electrical and mechanical performance, the stability and reliability of the product are emphasized.

Mini FAKRA cable: In addition to meeting basic performance requirements, more emphasis is placed on miniaturization and high-precision processing in the manufacturing process, requiring the use of more advanced production equipment and processes to achieve smaller sizes and higher performance indicators.