Endoscope-ready connectors: Shielded, high-speed, custom

Disposable & sterilizable, rapid engineering and cable assembly solutions

Modern endoscopic systems require highly reliable, compact, and high-performance connection technology. Whether for disposable endoscopes or reusable devices, ODU provides innovative connectors for the entire endoscopy chain – from the camera control unit (CCU) to the camera head, video scope, and endoscope video systems. Our technology ensures secure signal integrity, high-speed transmission, and compliance with strict medical standards.


Your challenges inspire our connections:

  • Ensuring full compliance with strict international regulations (IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 13485, UL and/or CE, FDA, and MDR), guaranteeing patient safety & global market readiness
  • Meeting the growing demand for single-patient disposable endoscopes with innovative, hygienic, and cost-effective solutions
  • Responding rapidly to custom development needs through agile engineering and close customer collaboration
  • Ensuring high quality & reliability with cost-efficient design and production

For over 80 years, ODU has been developing innovative connectivity technology – today we are a trusted partner for leading endoscope system manufacturers worldwide.

 Maximum patient safety with shielded, push-pull, and touch-proof connectors for endoscopes, camera heads, CCUs, and video scopes.

 Reliable signal & data for 4K medical video, HDMI®, USB®, and fiber optic in disposable and reusable endoscopes.

 Durable and long-lasting connectors for single-use and multi-use devices with high mating cycles.

 Regulatory compliance: IEC 60601-1 (Patient protection, creepage & clearance), IEC 60601-1-2 (EMC shielding), ISO-13485, UL and/or CE, FDA, and MDR standards for faster approvals.

 Rapid prototyping and customizable connectors, including autoclavable and shielded designs.

 Complete solutions with cable assemblies, fiber optic integration, silicone insulation, and UDI marking.

Interconnect solutions for endoscope applications

Gastrointestinal endoscopes

Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, Enteroscopy

Respiratory endoscopes

Bronchoscopy

Urinary
system

Cystoscopy, Ureteroscopy

Female reproductive system

Hysteroscopy

Other areas

Laparoscopy, Arthroscopy

More expertise

High-Speed data

  • Large data volumes and high-speed data transfer rates
  • Highly reliable signal integrity
  • ODU connectors and cables are optimally matched and tested
  • Standard data technology and development of customized solutions
  • Pre-assembled cables
  • USB®, HDMI®, Dataport, Ethernet options available

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Silicone Cable Assembly

  • New surface with unique haptics – no stick-slip effect
  • Up to 500 autoclave cycles
  • Bend protection thanks to special shape of overmolding
  • Approved LSR and HTV processes available
  • Maximum alternating bending strength
  • Halogen- and latex-free

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Expertise in medical applications

Certifications

Decades of experience in the medical industry combined with state‐of‐the‐art technology ensure we can develop your connectors to perfection. 
We manufacture high‐quality products in accordance with:

  • ISO 13485:2016: Medical devices – Quality management systems – Requirements for regulatory purposes
  • IEC 60601-1: Medical electrical equipment
  • IEC 60664-1:2007: Coordinated insulation for equipment within low-voltage systems
  • ISO 9001:2015-09: Quality management systems
  • ISO 10993-5: Cytotoxicity test in accordance with ISO 10993-5
  • ISO 14644-1:2015

Our sales team is waiting to assist you!

We work with you to develop a solution that perfectly meets your requirements. From planning and production to cable assembly, we combine all competencies under one roof and can also implement customized solutions for your project.