JST Technological Development Trends

Miniaturization and High-Density Design

• Background: Devices like IoT equipment, wearables, and automotive electronics are becoming increasingly compact.

• Development Direction: JST has released several ultra-compact CONNECTORS (e.g., ULH, SUR, ACH series) and is expected to continue pushing for miniaturization and higher pin density.

• Goal: Save PCB space while maintaining signal integrity.

Enhanced High-Speed Transmission

• With rising demand for 5G and high-speed data communication, JST continues to improve its high-speed connectors (e.g., UBH series supporting USB Type-C at 10Gbps).

• JST is expected to invest further in signal integrity design and EMI control for higher-frequency applications.

Power and Signal Integration

• Trend: Modern devices, especially in industrial and automotive sectors, increasingly require connectors that can handle both power and signal transmission.

• Future Direction: JST may release more integrated connector solutions to simplify system design for OEMs.

JST already holds a strong position in automotive power and lighting connectors.

• Future focus will likely include expanding into electric vehicles (EVs) with:

• Connectors for BMS (Battery Management Systems);

• High-voltage connectors;

• Products compliant with LV214, USCAR, and other automotive standards.