Datamate Mix-Tek – Power, Signal & Coax Combined for High-Performance Flight Systems

Product in Action: VTOL Drone

VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) drones require lightweight yet rugged interconnect systems that can handle multiple signal types within compact space. Harwin’s Datamate Mix-Tek offers the ultimate flexible connector solution – combining power, signal, and coax in one customizable housing.

From flight control units to onboard power distribution, Mix-Tek ensures secure and durable connectivity under high-vibration, high-reliability environments.

Key Features

✅ Modular housings – mix power, coax & signal in one connector
✅ Up to 40A high-power contacts (10AWG)
✅ Vibration rated up to 20g, 100g shock tested
✅ -55°C to +125°C temperature range
✅ Panel mount, floating jackscrew & 101Lok bayonet options available
✅ Full cable assembly service available from Harwin USA

Applications & Market:

🚁 VTOL Drones – Lightweight and compact with strong mechanical retention
🎮 Flight Controllers – Mixed-signal layouts for streamlined board design
🔋 Battery Interfaces – Secure high-current transfer with strain relief
📡 Payload Modules – Integrate coax for camera or antenna systems
📦 Ground Control Equipment – Field-ready connectors for rugged environments

Proven in VTOL Drone Systems

Harwin’s Mix-Tek connectors are already deployed in next-gen drone systems where mixed power and signal are essential. In a single housing, Mix-Tek allows engineers to combine high-speed signal transmission, coax interfaces, and robust power delivery.

This results in:
🔹 Fewer connectors, reduced weight and footprint
🔹 Strong, shock-tested retention in flight conditions
🔹 Configurations supporting both front and rear panel mounting
🔹 Tool-free 101Lok option for faster mating in field setups

Available Options

• 2 to 10 contact housings

• Female kits with pre-installed jackscrews

• Compatible with M80-325 to M80-PF5 (Power), M80-0130005 (Signal), and full coax series

• Multiple mounting styles: hex, panel mount, 101Lok

   

Summary

Datamate Mix-Tek connectors deliver mixed-technology performance in a single housing — the perfect solution for modern drone platforms. Lightweight, configurable, and tough enough for takeoff, these connectors help engineers simplify cable routing while maintaining full electrical integrity.