2004 CONNECTOR, CABLE AND CABLE ASSEMBLY SURVEY

摘要

We are very pleased to offer this updated survey of companies providing connectors, cables and cable assemblies. Fifty-six companies responded to our request for information this year, which is an increase from the 43 companies in last year's survey. Many of last year's participants have updated their information as well, so this survey represents the latest information on the industry There is clearly a large overlap of similar products being produced by the 56 companies included in the survey. On the face of it, it would appear that the market is over-saturated to the point where there must be some fallout. However, careful examination of the information shows that virtually all of the companies have at least one unique, proprietary or patented product that addresses some niche market and which forms the core of their business, as well as customized products to meet specific requirements. These special products and services seem to be the principal reason for the diversity of suppliers. In addition, some companies specialize in different markets such as Hi-Rel, military and base stations as opposed to low cost commercial and consumer. There are also suppliers that specialize in computer back-planes and related PCB products that are only available from a limited number of companies. Thus, in reality, the overlap is not as great as it seems.