Samtec Connector Services

From custom design to rapid prototyping, we provide end-to-end services to simplify your connector procurement journey.

What We Can Do For You

Each service is designed to save you time and reduce the risk of selecting the wrong connector.

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Product Selection Assistance

Share your specifications and our engineers will recommend the best-fit connector from our product line. We consider insertion loss, return loss, environmental ratings, and your budget to narrow down options quickly.

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Custom Connector Design

When off-the-shelf products do not fit your application, our design team develops custom connectors with modified pin counts, housing materials, cable lengths, or special plating requirements. Typical turnaround: 3-4 weeks for first article.

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Cable Assembly & Harness

We assemble complete cable harnesses with pre-terminated connectors, tested to IEC and MIL standards. Fiber and coaxial assemblies available in custom lengths with labeling and packaging per your requirements.

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Testing & Certification

In-house optical and RF testing includes insertion loss, return loss, VSWR, and IP rating verification. We provide detailed test reports and certificates of compliance for each batch delivered.

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Rapid Sampling

Order free samples for evaluation before committing to volume. Standard connectors ship within 24 hours. Custom samples typically available within 5 business days.

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Technical Documentation

Access datasheets, 3D drawings, application notes, and installation guides for every product. Our technical writing team can also prepare custom specification documents for your RFQ processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our standard MOQ varies by product family. For standard fiber connectors, MOQ starts at 50 pieces. RF connectors start at 25 pieces. For custom products, MOQ depends on tooling and material costs, typically starting at 100 pieces. Contact us for specific MOQ requirements.

For minor modifications (cable length, plating changes), first articles are typically ready within 2-3 weeks. For new designs requiring tooling, expect 4-6 weeks for prototypes and an additional 2-3 weeks for production setup after design approval.

Yes. We provide full OEM branding (custom packaging, labels, and documentation) and ODM design services where we develop connectors to your specifications. NDA protection is standard for all ODM projects.

Our manufacturing facility holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications. Product-level certifications include UL Listed, RoHS, REACH, IEC 61300 (for fiber optic interconnects), and IATF 16949 (for automotive-grade connectors). Specific certification availability varies by product line.

What We Do and Do Not Cover

Transparent expectations help you plan your project timeline and budget.

Within Our Scope

  • Fiber optic, RF, coaxial, and terminal connectors (standard and custom)
  • Cable assemblies up to 50 meters in length
  • In-house testing: insertion loss, return loss, VSWR, IP verification
  • Free samples for standard products (ships within 24 hours)
  • OEM branding and ODM design under NDA

Outside Our Scope

  • Active electronics (switches, routers, OLT/ONT equipment)
  • Field installation services (we supply connectors, not installation crews)
  • Cable assemblies exceeding 50 m (we partner with cable manufacturers for trunk runs)
  • MIL-SPEC qualified connectors for defense applications (we can supply commercial-grade alternatives)
  • Connector repair or re-termination of damaged assemblies

Why Choose Samtec Over a Generic Supplier?

Criteria Generic Distributor Samtec
Technical Guidance Limited — product pages only Dedicated engineer reviews your specs
Free Samples Rarely available Standard connectors ship within 24h
Custom Design Not available Full ODM with NDA protection
Test Reports Generic certificates Batch-specific IL/RL/VSWR data
Response Time 24-48 hours Average 2 hours

Ready to Get Started?

Tell us about your project and we will match you with the right service.

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