SPE is an evolution of traditional Ethernet that uses only two wires for data transmission instead of eight, allowing for increased speed, reduced cable size and weight, and lower installation costs. All these advantages are especially valuable in industrial applications.

Participants in the competition will receive an SPE component kit, and four selected candidates will receive a free Molex SPE kit. Applicants must document their experiments or projects in blog posts on the element14 community, incorporating the kit into their final project or abstract. Innovative use of Molex SPE connectors and cables will be a key factor in determining which entries will be eligible for the prizes.

“Molex is pleased to contribute to the development of the engineering talent of the element14 community through the Single Pair Ethernet Design Contest,” said Jennifer Paukert, VP of Global Distribution, Molex. “Advances in SPE technology offer significant advantages, including reduced cabling costs, space savings, weight reduction, and improved connectivity in industrial and building automation applications. We look forward to the extensive testing and valuable insights that will emerge from this innovative community.”
“Single Pair Ethernet is the exciting evolution of an established technology that has the potential to transform industrial connectivity,” said Andreea Teodorescu, Global Director of Product Marketing and element14 Community. “Through this contest, we want to encourage members of our community to explore creative ways to implement SPE in real-world applications.”
The contest is open to all members of the element14 community, and entry is free.