CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente

What CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente does

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH is a German specialist manufacturer of industrial electronic interconnect products, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Lippstadt, Germany. Since June 2019 it has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH). The company designs and produces a broad connector portfolio spanning D-SUB connectors (Standard, High Density, Combination, Filter, and Hoods), IP67/IP69K-rated waterproof variants (including the proprietary SlimCon format with 48-52% footprint reduction), the 17 Series of IP67 RJ45/USB/Fiber-Optic/Power Bayonet connectors, hybrid connectors combining power and data in a single housing, M8/M12/7-8"/Rund24 circular connectors in the Sensor Actor Line, active and passive IO junction boxes supporting PROFINET, EtherCAT, and IO-Link, and heavy-equipment connector systems (AT, DT, ATM, Superseal, CPC, HDSCS) for agricultural, construction, and municipal machinery. Proprietary technologies include M12 bayonet quick-locking rated to IEC 61373:2010 Class 1B, high-temperature connectors rated to 125°C/8,000h and 150°C/2,000h, integrated C-filter D-SUB connectors, and SMT/THR-compatible insulation bodies. Applications target industrial automation, aerospace, telecommunications, energy, medical technology, railway technology, and heavy equipment, with products qualified to relevant IEC, UL, and rail standards.

CONEC operates production facilities in Germany, Canada, China, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Mexico, supporting global supply for both catalog and custom-engineered solutions. Revenue is generated exclusively through hardware sales of connector components and customized enclosure solutions, sold direct to large customers and through a broad authorized distributor network that includes Arrow Electronics, Avnet Abacus, Mouser, Farnell, Heilind, Rutronik, TTI, and approximately 15 additional partners across Germany. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Marketing relies on multilingual website presence, a roughly monthly newsletter, downloadable technical documentation, and trade-show participation (Anwenderkongress Steckverbinder, Innotrans Berlin, electronica München), with regional sales managers organized by German postal-code territory. Recent product roadmap activity (2025-2026) emphasizes higher-data-rate M12 X-coding, SMT/THR-ready components, and D-SUB combination products for medical applications, while ongoing leadership includes CEO Christian Schumacher (Geschäftsführer) and an 8-person direct sales team structured by region.

Name

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente

Legal name

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH

Website

https://conec.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH, founded 1978 in Lippstadt, Germany, and a subsidiary of Amphenol since 2019, designs and manufactures industrial connector products (D-SUB, IP67, hybrid, M8/M12 circular, heavy-equipment) for industrial automation, aerospace, telecom, energy, medical, rail, and agricultural customers via direct sales and a global distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Connectors

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Other Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing (3359), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Electronic Components, Nec (3679)

akta.pro primary industry

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF), EMI/EMC & Filtering Components (Common-mode chokes, filters, shielding materials) (IMAGAJAN), Enclosures, Boxes & DIN-Rail Hardware (junction boxes, cabinets, panel enclosures, DIN rail, gland plates) (IMAGAEAH)

Keywords

• Industrial connectors
• D-SUB connectors
• M12 circular connectors
• IP67 waterproof connectors
• Hybrid power connectors

Headquarters

HQ city

Lippstadt

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Connector Sales: CONEC generates revenue through the sale of electronic connector components including D-SUB connectors, circular connectors, IP67 protected connectors, hybrid connectors, and IO systems. Products are sold as standard catalog items and custom solutions for specific applications.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH designs, manufactures and sells industrial electronic interconnect products, with a comprehensive portfolio covering D-SUB connectors, IP67-protected circular connectors, M8/M12 sensor-actor connectors, hybrid power-and-data connectors, IO junction boxes and heavy-equipment connector systems. The company offers both standard catalog parts and customer-specific enclosure and connector solutions for industrial automation, aerospace, telecommunications, energy, medical and heavy-equipment applications, with production facilities in Germany, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Mexico.

Product overview

CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH offers a comprehensive portfolio of industrial connector solutions founded in 1978 and headquartered in Lippstadt, Germany. The product range includes D-SUB Connectors (Standard, High Density, Combination, Filter, Filter Combination and Hoods) and IP67-rated versions; the 17 Series of IP67 RJ45, USB, Fiber Optic LC Duplex and Power Bayonet connectors for outdoor applications; CONEC Hybrid Connectors combining power and data in one connector; IO Systems Junction Boxes (Active supporting PROFINET/EtherCAT/IO-Link and Passive variants); Circular Connectors in the Sensor Actor Line family (M8, M12, 7/8", Rund24) with overmoulded, field-attachable and flange options including BUS systems and Power variants; and Heavy Equipment Connectors (AT, DT, ATM, Superseal, CPC, HDSCS) for agricultural, construction and municipal machinery. The products are designed for industrial automation, aerospace, telecommunications, energy, medical technology and transportation applications, with global presence including production facilities in Canada, China, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Mexico since becoming part of the Amphenol Group in June 2019.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• D-SUB Connectors I/O connection elements and system solutions for electronic applications, available in five standardized housing sizes as Standard, High Density, Combination, Filter, Filter Combination and Hoods with various contact types, for industrial equipment manufacturers.
• IP67 D-SUB Connectors Waterproof D-SUB connectors with IP67 protection rating for use in dusty and wet environments, available in three housing variants (SlimCon compact, Solid Body and Standard), for industrial and outdoor equipment manufacturers.
• 17 Series IP67 RJ45/USB/FO/Power Bayonet Connectors IP67-protected connector family for outdoor applications in traffic engineering, maritime environments and mobile communications, covering RJ45, USB, fiber optic LC duplex and Power Bayonet interfaces with bayonet locking, resisting cold, heat, rain, snow, salt spray and dust.
• CONEC Hybrid Connectors Hybrid connectors combining power supply and data transmission in a single connector, available in sizes B12, B17, B23 and B40 with 360° shielded data core for Industrial Ethernet Cat 5, reducing wiring, maintenance and diagnostic effort for motors, servo drives and linear units.
• IO Systems Junction Boxes IO distribution systems for structured distribution of input and output signals in modern automation environments, including active junction boxes supporting PROFINET, EtherCAT and IO-Link, and passive boxes for simple sensor signal and actuator voltage distribution in decentralized automation.
• Circular Connectors Sensor Actor Line Industrial circular connectors in M8, M12, 7/8" and Rund24 sizes for signal, data and power transmission in industrial automation applications, offered as overmoulded, field-attachable and panel-mount variants with BUS and Power codings and bayonet quick-locking options.
• Heavy Equipment Connectors Connectors for agricultural, construction and municipal equipment with extreme duty ratings, including AT, DT, ATM, Superseal, ISOBUS, CPC and HDSCS connector series with IP67/IP69K protection for use in harsh environmental conditions.
• Custom Enclosure Technology Customer-specific enclosure technology: custom-designed junction box housings with directly molded M8/M12/7/8" or hybrid interfaces, customized in color, design and logo per customer specifications, sold as bespoke connectivity solutions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 48-52% footprint reduction with IP67 D-SUB SlimCon compared to standard IP67 connectors with extended sealing frames
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Arrow ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products in Germany. Central Europe GmbH located in Germany.
• Avnet AbacuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Avnet EMG GmbH located in Poing, Germany.
• Blume Elektronik DistributioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Bad Salzdetfurth, Germany.
• FarnellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products.
• Heilind ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Feldkirchen-Westerham, Germany.
• Mouser ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Has dedicated CONEC manufacturer page on mouser.de.
• RutronikcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Ispringen, Germany.
• BörsigcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Electronic distributor located in Neckarsulm, Germany.
• BürklincoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Oberhaching, Germany.
• Schukat electroniccoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Monheim, Germany.
• TTI, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Maisach-Gernlinden, Germany.
• GUDECO ElektronikcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for CONEC products. Located in Neu-Anspach, Germany.
• EBS GmbH & Co. KGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor specializing in connectors for CONEC products. Located in Schenefeld, Germany.
• Amphenol LützeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJoint exhibition partner at Anwenderkongress Steckverbinder 2025 with CONEC and Tuchel.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Phoenix Contact: German-based global leader in industrial connectivity (M12/M8 circular connectors, D-SUB, IP67 harsh-environment solutions) serving factory automation, machinery, and energy — directly comparable to CONEC's core portfolio and end markets.
• HARTING Technology Group: German family-owned specialist in industrial connectors (Han series, M12, D-SUB, IP65/67 solutions) for industrial automation, transportation, and machinery — closely matches CONEC's product mix and customer profile.
• Franz Binder: German mid-sized specialist in circular M8/M12 connectors, custom overmoulded cable assemblies, and IP67 sealed solutions for industrial automation — directly comparable in size, geography, and product focus to CONEC.
• Lumberg Group: German manufacturer of M8/M12 circular connectors, D-SUB, and custom connectivity solutions for industrial and automotive applications — strong direct overlap with CONEC's sensor actor line and industrial automation business.
• Weidmüller: German industrial connectivity specialist offering M8/M12/D-SUB circular connectors, IP67 solutions, and heavy-duty connectors for factory automation, energy, and process industries — comparable German mid-cap peer with overlapping product and end-market focus.
• ERNI Electronics: Specialist in D-SUB and industrial board-to-board connectors with strong presence in industrial automation, medical, and transportation — directly comparable in D-SUB product expertise and European customer base.
• ODU: German manufacturer of high-performance circular connectors, modular connector systems, and customized connectivity for industrial, medical, and test & measurement applications — directly comparable in size, geography, and customization model.

Broad incumbents

• TE Connectivity: Global Tier 1 interconnect manufacturer with extensive M8/M12, D-SUB, heavy-duty, and IP67 connector portfolios serving industrial automation, transportation, and energy — comparable across most product lines but at vastly greater scale and R&D investment.
• Molex: Global connector manufacturer (Koch-owned) with broad industrial connector portfolio including circular, D-SUB, and harsh-environment solutions — comparable end markets but significantly larger scale and broader technology scope than CONEC.
• Souriau (Eaton): Industrial and harsh-environment circular connector specialist (part of Eaton) serving industrial automation, transportation, and energy — comparable product category and harsh-environment focus at larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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