How High-Voltage Magnetic Connectors Are Transforming Medical Devices: Insights from Onanon’s Engineering Team
How High-Voltage Magnetic Connectors Are Transforming Medical Devices: Insights from Onanon’s Engineering Team
As medical devices continue to advance, engineering teams are constantly searching for ways to improve safety, reliability, and time to market. At Onanon, these innovations often begin with conversations between customers and the engineers who bring these solutions to life.
In a recent discussion, Kian from Onanon’s engineering team shared valuable insights into the evolution of high-voltage interconnects, the growing role of magnetic connectors in the medical device industry, and how emerging technologies such as Pulse Field Ablation are shaping new design requirements.
Introducing the MagConnect High-Voltage Series
One of the standout innovations at Onanon is the MagConnect® high-voltage connector series, a solution engineered for demanding medical applications.
This connector is:
- Rated up to 12,000 volts
- Designed with five high-voltage lines
- Capable of supporting additional digital signals
- Equipped with a magnetic safety latch
The combination of high-voltage capacity and safety-focused design makes MagConnect® a versatile option for medical OEMs pushing the boundaries of device performance.
Why Magnetic Connectors Are Gaining Popularity
According to Kian, many OEMs still do not fully understand the range of possibilities available in modern interconnect technology. That is part of what makes the MagConnect® so powerful.
Magnetic Latching Reduces Time to Market
Top engineers from major medical OEMs have reported that the magnetic latch dramatically improves their speed to market, especially during FDA registration.
This is because the magnetic connector:
- Replaces traditional mechanical locking systems
- Simplifies the connection method
- Reduces mechanical complexity
- Minimizes failure points during testing
The result is a smoother path through regulatory processes and a shorter development cycle.
Addressing OEM Concerns: Stability and Signal Integrity
One common question from medical teams is how a magnetic connector can provide the same (or better) stability compared to traditional locking connectors.
Kian explains that Onanon’s team has produced millions of magnetic connectors, especially for medical imaging applications where signal integrity is essential. The evidence is clear:
Proven Signal Integrity
Large-scale field use shows that these connectors maintain the high-quality data transmission required for sensitive medical equipment.
Intuitive, Self-Guiding Design
The magnetic latch automatically pulls the connector into proper alignment with the mating receptacle. This:
- Reduces user error
- Enhances ease of use
- Ensures consistent, reliable connections
This intuitive design is especially beneficial for clinical environments where speed and precision matter.
Emerging Trend: Pulse Field Ablation (PFA)
Pulse Field Ablation is rapidly becoming one of the most talked-about technologies in the medical device world. Kian confirms that PFA is a major area of growth for many of Onanon’s customers.
How Onanon Supports PFA Device Development
Onanon contributes to PFA innovation in two key ways:
- Interconnect Solutions
The company provides high-voltage connectors and signal-reliable interconnects that support the demanding electrical requirements of ablation systems. - Advanced Processing and Termination Technology
Onanon’s RoboSolder®, a robotic termination system, allows for consistent, high-precision assembly of components used in PFA devices. This automation supports both performance and scalability as PFA continues to grow.
Final Thoughts: Engineering for the Future of Medical Technology
As the medical device industry shifts toward higher voltages, faster regulatory cycles, and emerging technologies like Pulse Field Ablation, the need for advanced interconnect solutions is stronger than ever.
Onanon’s MagConnect® series, with its high-voltage rating and magnetic safety latch, offers medical OEMs:
- Faster FDA registration
- Improved usability
- Proven signal integrity
- Reduced mechanical complexity
- Reliable, intuitive operation
With millions of units already in use and a growing portfolio of automated processing technologies, Onanon continues to support cutting-edge medical innovations through engineering excellence.
