Cixi Kefa Electronics Company

What Cixi Kefa Electronics Company does

Cixi Kefa Electronics Company (慈溪市科发电子有限公司) is a privately-held Chinese electronics component manufacturer founded in 1990 and headquartered in Cixi, Zhejiang Province. The company designs and manufactures terminal blocks, electronic connectors, and precision molds, with a 30,000 sqm production facility and an 80-person in-house R&D team. Its product portfolio spans eight terminal block categories — screw-type PCB, spring-type PCB, SMT, barrier, plug-in, through, transformer, and DIN rail — plus heavy-duty connectors, circular connectors (M8/M12), module box housings, and power distribution blocks. Products are manufactured with imported equipment from Germany, Japan, and Taiwan for mold making, injection molding, and precision stamping, and carry UL, VDE, and CQC certifications under IEC60998 and UL1059 standards.

The company operates a B2B direct sales model targeting industrial automation, smart home, security, lighting, IoT/energy storage, and rail transit OEMs and system integrators. Pricing is inquiry-based and not publicly disclosed, with multiple dedicated sales contacts on the website. Marketing channels include trade show participation (Munich Shanghai Electronics Show, Shenzhen Connector and Cable Exhibition, Shanghai EESA Energy Storage Exhibition, Shenzhen Security Expo) and a company news/blog. The firm claims to serve over 1,000 customers and accepts custom manufacturing orders for specialized connector and module housing requirements. No revenue figures, funding events, leadership changes, or partnership announcements are disclosed in available sources.

Name

Cixi Kefa Electronics Company

Legal name

慈溪市科发电子有限公司

Website

https://cnkefa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Cixi Kefa Electronics Company is a privately-held Chinese manufacturer founded in 1990 that designs and produces terminal blocks, electronic connectors, and precision molds for B2B customers across industrial automation, smart home, security, lighting, IoT, and rail transit.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Components and Connectors

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC), Enclosures, Boxes & DIN-Rail Hardware (junction boxes, cabinets, panel enclosures, DIN rail, gland plates) (IMAGAEAH), Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF)

Keywords

• Terminal blocks manufacturing
• Electronic connectors
• PCB terminal blocks
• DIN rail connectors
• Custom connector manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Cixi

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Terminal Block Sales: Manufacturing and selling various types of terminal blocks including screw-type, spring-type, SMT, barrier, plug-in, feed-through, and transformer terminal blocks
2. Electronic Connector Sales: Production and sale of heavy-duty connectors, circular connectors, and custom connectors for industrial applications
3. Module Box and Distribution Block Sales: Manufacturing module housings and distribution blocks for electrical solutions
4. Custom Manufacturing Services: Customized product development and manufacturing based on customer specifications

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Cixi Kefa Electronics Company manufactures terminal blocks, electronic connectors, and precision molds for industrial automation, smart home, security, lighting, IoT/energy storage, and rail transit applications. The product line spans screw-type, spring-type, SMT, barrier, plug-in, through, transformer, and DIN rail terminal blocks, along with heavy-duty connectors, circular connectors (M8/M12), white connectors, module box housings, and power distribution blocks. The company also offers custom product design and manufacturing services.

Product overview

Cixi Kefa Electronics Company is a hardware-focused electronics components manufacturer producing a comprehensive portfolio of terminal blocks and connectors. The product line includes screw-type, spring-type, SMT, barrier, plug-in, through, transformer, and DIN rail terminal blocks as core offerings. Supporting products include module box housings, power distribution blocks, heavy-duty connectors, circular connectors (M8/M12), and white connectors. The company also offers customization services for specialized requirements. All products comply with international standards IEC60998 and UL1059, with certifications including UL (US), VDE (Germany), and CQC (China).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Screw-type PCB Terminal Blocks (螺钉式PCB接线端子) Screw-type PCB terminal blocks with secure screw connection design for industrial and commercial wiring. Supports wire cross-sections from 0.2mm² to 35mm² with pitch from 2.5mm to 19.0mm. Complies with IEC60998 and UL1059 standards; UL and VDE certified.
• Spring-type PCB Terminal Blocks (弹簧式PCB接线端子) Spring-type PCB terminal blocks with cage spring or butterfly spring connections for quick and convenient wiring. Supports wire cross-sections from 0.2mm to 16mm with pitch from 2.5mm to 15.0mm. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL and VDE certified.
• SMT SMD Terminal Blocks (SMT贴片式接线端子) SMT terminal blocks for electrical connections in small LED modules for spotlights, downlights, and streetlights. Suitable for wires from 0.14mm to 1.5mm with pitch from 3.0mm to 8.0mm. THR welding process compatible, IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL certified.
• Barrier Terminal Blocks (栅栏式接线端子) Barrier terminal blocks with direct and clear wiring design. Supports wire cross-sections from 0.5mm to 150mm² with pitch from 6.35mm to 45mm. Available with or without dust covers. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL and CQC certified.
• Plug-in Terminal Blocks (插拔式接线端子) Universal, easy-to-maintain plug-in terminal blocks suitable for almost all industries and equipment types. Supports wire diameters from 0.2mm to 35mm with pitch from 2.5mm to 35.0mm. Current up to 125A, voltage up to 1000V. Screw, spring, and quick wire-strip-free connection options. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL certified.
• Through Terminal Blocks (贯通式接线端子) Through terminal blocks for convenient and reliable connection of two conductors. Supports wire cross-sections from 0.2mm to 10.0mm. Available with or without fuse. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL and CQC certified.
• Transformer Terminal Blocks (变压器接线端子) Transformer terminal blocks with secure screw connection design for quick installation on 2x10MM DIN rails. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL certified.
• DIN Rail Terminal Blocks (轨道式接线端子) DIN rail terminal blocks providing maximum 380A current and up to 1000V voltage for high-current applications. Suitable for various environments. IEC60998 and UL1059 compliant, UL certified.
• Module Box Housings (模组盒壳体) Module box housings including wire-to-wire junction modules for various electronic connection applications.
• Power Distribution Blocks (配电块) Power distribution blocks for efficient power distribution in electrical systems.
• Heavy-duty Connectors (重载连接器) Heavy-duty connectors for industrial applications requiring robust and reliable electrical connections. Includes heavy-duty inserts, pins, housings, and accessories.
• Circular Connectors (圆形连接器) Circular connectors including M8 and M12 versions for industrial automation and energy storage applications.
• White Connectors and Others (白色连接器及其他类) White connectors and other specialized connectors for various electronic applications.
• Custom Manufacturing Services (定制化服务) Custom product design and manufacturing services for specialized terminal block and connector requirements based on customer specifications.
• TD Series High-current Terminal Blocks (TD系列) TD series high-current terminal blocks including models TD15 through TD300 for power distribution applications up to 300A.

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Schneider Electric: Major electrical equipment manufacturer offering terminal blocks, wiring devices, and industrial control components. A broader incumbent whose connection products compete in the same industrial and rail transit segments as Kefa.
• Amphenol: Global interconnect solutions provider with strong industrial, automotive, and energy storage connector portfolios. Most relevant overlap with Kefa's circular connectors and energy storage/IoT applications.
• ABB: Global industrial conglomerate with extensive terminal block, connector, and electrical distribution product lines serving industrial automation and rail transit — overlapping with several of Kefa's end markets.
• Molex: Global manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions including PCB headers, connectors, and heavy-duty industrial connectors. Overlaps with Kefa's heavy-duty and circular (M8/M12) connector lines.
• TE Connectivity: Broad-line manufacturer of connectors and sensors for industrial, automotive, and rail applications. Comparable to Kefa in circular industrial connectors and rail transit interconnect components.

Direct peers

• Phoenix Contact: Global leader in industrial terminal blocks, PCB connectors, and DIN rail components. Directly comparable to Kefa's screw/spring/DIN rail terminal block portfolio and IEC/UL-certified industrial connection products.
• Weidmüller: German manufacturer of terminal blocks, PCB connectors, and industrial connectivity solutions. Competes head-to-head with Kefa's DIN rail and PCB terminal block lines in industrial automation.
• Dinkle International: Asian-headquartered manufacturer of terminal blocks, push-in and screw-type connectors, and DIN rail components. Most direct like-for-like competitor to Kefa in mid-tier screw/spring terminal blocks.
• Wago: Manufacturer of spring-type terminal blocks and interconnection products including the well-known 221/222 series. Closely overlaps Kefa's cage spring and butterfly spring PCB terminal block offering.
• Wieland Electric: Producer of terminal blocks, PCB connectors, and industrial interconnection systems with strong DIN rail portfolio. Direct competitor in the same IEC60998/UL1059-compliant product categories.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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