Is USB Type-C ready for industrial design? In this live panel hosted by All About Circuits, experts from Hirose Electric Americas and Tecnova unpack the evolution of USB connectors and tackle misconceptions about Type-C in rugged applications. Explore how Hirose’s CX Series addresses industrial challenges with screw-down mounting, compact profiles, and IP-rated options—plus insights on PCB design, power delivery, and signal integrity.

Watch now to gain engineering insights and practical design tips for implementing USB Type-C in your next industrial application.

00:00 Main Webinar

19:59 What is the most common misconception about USB C that makes system designers hesitant to consider USB for an industrial application?

22:48 What are the main benefits of AU1?

24:01 What key design considerations should be factored in when integrating USB type C into a PCB layout for high reliability applications?

26:17 What are the hidden mechanical or electrical pitfalls of designing with USB type C in industrial environment? And how can they be mitigated?

28:25 What is Hirose’s plan with RJ45?

29:22 Can you snap the plastic mating molding over basically any usb-C plug. Also what is the smallest footprint right angle plug and receptacle in the AU1 series?

30:19 When replacing legacy USB connectors with type C, what unexpected design challenges typically arise? How have other engineers solve them or have those challenges been solved?

32:58 How do I make sure I'm balancing power, signal integrity and mechanical durability when designing a USB type C interface? Are there common mistakes to avoid?

35:41 What should I keep in mind if I'm using a USB type C for alternative communication protocols? How do I make sure my design stays voltage compliant?

38:16 Who is the right contact at Hirose to reach out to discuss customizing usb-C snap lock solution like similar to the AU1. And also is the AU1 available for samples?

40:08 Are you seeing people still design in with some of those older USB technologies, or is the migration really driven to type C today?