What ECT (Electric Connector Technology Co Ltd.) does

ECT (Electric Connector Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Shenzhen-headquartered, publicly listed (Shenzhen Stock Exchange A-share, ticker 300679, IPO July 2017) designer and manufacturer of electronic connectors and RF interconnection components. Its product portfolio spans RF connectors (MINI RF, USS RF, SCS RF, SMA/MCX), board-to-board and wire-to-board connectors, automotive connectors (Fakra, HSD, HD Camera, HSL, USB), antennas (PCB, FPC, stamping, ceramic), USB Type-C connectors, FPC boards including LCP-based flex for 5G, high-speed cables (HD MiniSAS, Oculink, SlimSAS, GEN Z, MCIO) for data-center and AI-server applications, and precision stamping metal parts such as spring contacts and shielding components. Manufacturing is anchored in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Suzhou, Nanjing, and Hefei (under development), with R&D centers in Nanjing, Shanghai, San Diego, and San Jose, supported by wholly owned sub-brands Amos (POGO PIN/magnetic) and Hi-Flex (FPC).

ECT serves consumer electronics (smartphones, tablets, laptops, wearables, smart home devices), automotive electronics (infotainment, ADAS, 360-degree cameras, connected vehicles), communications equipment, and IoT devices. The company operates an enterprise direct-sales motion with R&D collaboration, claiming more than 80% domestic share of the China mobile-phone RF connector market and over 35% global share of RF connectors in mobile phones, shipping roughly 2 billion RF connectors per year. Revenue is generated through quote-based hardware sales of customized and standard connector solutions, with certifications (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, IATF 16949, QC 080000, ISO 27001, UL) enabling qualification into Tier-1 smartphone and automotive OEM supply chains across China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States.

Name

ECT (Electric Connector Technology Co Ltd.)

Legal name

Electric Connector Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://en.ectsz.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ECT (Electric Connector Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Shenzhen-listed Chinese manufacturer of RF connectors, antennas, automotive connectors, FPC boards, and high-speed cables, supplying over 80% of China's mobile phone makers and serving consumer electronics, automotive, communications, and IoT customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Connectors

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

RF & Microwave Connectors and Coaxial Assemblies (HDAHAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Automotive ECUs/Control Modules & Embedded Electronics Manufacturing (IMACAJAC)

Keywords

• RF connectors
• Antenna products
• Automotive connectors
• Flexible printed circuits
• High-speed cables

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices25 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. RF Connectors and Cables: Sale of micro RF connectors including MINI RF, USS RF, SCS RF, SMA, MCX series, and associated RF cables
2. Antenna Products: Development and sale of PCB/FPC/stamping antennas and ceramic antennas for various applications including 5G, LTE, IoT
3. Automotive Connectors: Automotive connectors including Fakra, HSD, HD Camera, HSL, USB series for vehicle entertainment systems, LVDS, USB, antennas and 360 HD connectors
4. FPC Boards and Connectors: Flexible printed circuit boards and FPC connectors with complete specifications covering wide range of PIN numbers
5. High-Speed Cables: High-speed cable products including HD MiniSAS, Oculink, SlimSAS, GEN Z, MCIO series for data centers, servers, and storage applications
6. Precision Metal Components: Precision stamping metal parts including spring contacts and shielding metal components
7. Type C Connectors: USB Type C plug and receptacle connectors for smartphones, laptops, and tablet computers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

ECT designs, manufactures, and sells high-performance RF (radio frequency) connectors, antennas, automotive connectors, FPC boards, FPC/WTB/BTB connectors, USB Type-C connectors, high-speed data cables, and precision stamped metal parts. Products are sold as standardized or customized interconnection solutions to smartphone manufacturers, automotive OEMs, communications equipment vendors, and IoT device makers for consumer electronics, automotive electronics, communications, IoT, and 5G applications.

Product overview

ECT (Electric Connector Technology Co Ltd.) is a hardware manufacturer specializing in RF (radio frequency) connectors, antennas, automotive connectors, and interconnection solutions. The company's product portfolio includes 13 core product categories: Automotive Connectors (Fakra, HSD, HD Camera, HSL, USB series), Antennas (PCB/FPC/stamping and ceramic for 5G, LTE, NB-IOT, GPS, WiFi/Bluetooth, V2X), MINI RF Connectors, USS RF Connectors, SCS RF Connectors, SMA/MCX Connectors, BTB (Board-to-Board) Connectors (General, RF, and Battery types), FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) Connectors, FPC Boards (including LCP FPC for 5G smartphones), WTB (Wire-to-Board) Connectors, High-speed Cables (MiniSAS, Oculink, SlimSAS series for AI computing and data centers), Precision Stamping Metal Parts (Spring Contact, Shielding Metal), and Type C Connectors. ECT provides one-stop RF interconnection solutions for consumer electronics, automotive, communications, IoT, and 5G applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Amos: POGO PIN connector & magnetic wire series
• Hi-Flex

Products and services

• Automotive Connectors

Quantifiable outcome

• 80%+ market share in China's domestic mobile phone market
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Yilian CommunicationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 July 2023Yilian Communication's radar sensor products were showcased together with ECT products at electronica China 2023 exhibition at booth A120 in Hall 4.1H, suggesting a collaborative exhibition relationship within the electronics ecosystem

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• TE Connectivity: Global leader in connectivity and sensor solutions with deep presence in automotive, data center, and consumer electronics connector markets; competes broadly with ECT across automotive, high-speed I/O, and RF interconnect.
• Molex (Koch Industries): Global electronic interconnect specialist offering RF, board-to-board, FPC, and high-speed cable solutions across automotive, consumer electronics, and data center markets; overlaps significantly with ECT's full product catalog.
• Amphenol Corporation: Diversified global interconnect manufacturer with strong automotive, mobile, and IT/datacom portfolios; competes with ECT in Fakra automotive connectors, high-speed I/O cables, and RF products.

Direct peers

• Shenzhen Deren Electronic Co., Ltd. Shenzhen-listed Chinese manufacturer of connectors, wiring harnesses, and USB Type-C components serving consumer electronics, automotive, and home appliance customers; directly overlaps with ECT's Type C and automotive connector lines.
• Suzhou Recodeal Interconnect System Co., Ltd. China-based connector manufacturer focused on RF connectors, antenna modules, and high-frequency interconnect for smartphones, IoT, and automotive; competes directly with ECT's MINI RF and antenna product lines in Chinese OEM accounts.
• Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. Japan-based specialist manufacturer of RF coaxial connectors, board-to-board connectors, and high-frequency interconnect for smartphones, automotive, and telecommunications — directly competing with ECT's MINI RF, RF BTB, and SMA/MCX product lines.
• Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT): Hong Kong-listed connector subsidiary of Foxconn that designs and manufactures RF connectors, antenna modules, high-speed cables, and automotive interconnect, competing directly with ECT in mobile phone and data center applications.
• Japan Aviation Electronics Industry (JAE): Japanese connector manufacturer specializing in high-density board-to-board, FPC, and automotive connectors; competes with ECT's BTB, FPC, and automotive product families for the same OEM customers.
• Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd. Japanese manufacturer of IC test sockets, FPC connectors, and high-speed interconnect solutions for semiconductor test and consumer electronics; overlaps with ECT's FPC and precision metal product offerings.
• Samtec, Inc. US-based specialist in high-speed board-to-board interconnects, RF, and high-speed cable assemblies serving data center, telecom, and industrial markets; competes with ECT's BTB and high-speed cable product lines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/electronic-connector-technology

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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