Industry Insights 03 Jan 2026 views ( )

Winchester Interconnect Launches LiteSPEed? Cable: Faster, Streamlined Connectivity Solution for Mission-Critical Systems

Winchester Interconnect, a company under Aptiv and a leading provider of high-performance interconnect solutions, today launched its next-generation Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) solution—LiteSPEed? cable—delivering 10-gigabit data transmission rates in a much smaller, lighter design. Designed for increasingly connected and space-constrained environments such as aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and next-generation mobility, LiteSPEed? enables customers to transmit more data with fewer cables, enhancing system performance and reliability while reducing weight, complexity, and cost.

"As systems become smarter and more interconnected, engineers need lighter, more efficient ways to transmit power and data," said Juan Contreras, Director of Product Management. "LiteSPEed? offers them a robust, high-speed Ethernet solution that simplifies installation without compromising performance."

With advanced sensors, real-time analytics, and distributed control systems now widely adopted across industries, cabling has become a hidden performance bottleneck. LiteSPEed? addresses this challenge by integrating power and data into a single, easy-to-install cable, saving valuable space and accelerating cross-platform deployment.

Key benefits of LiteSPEed

• Single-pair termination: Up to 75% faster termination compared to traditional four-pair Ethernet
• Up to 50% smaller diameter: Fits through narrow routing paths and compact enclosures
• Up to 25% lighter weight: Reduces load on cable trays, harnesses, and support structures
• Small bend radius: Easily adapts to corners and dense component layouts
• Integrated power and data in one cable: Eliminates the need for separate power lines in many applications
• 10-gigabit data transmission: Handles high-bandwidth application demands with ease
• Reduced labor costs: Faster installation reduces on-site expenses

LiteSPEed? is also designed to replace traditional protocols such as CANbus, Profinet, and I/O Link, minimizing the need for gateways and additional termination points while simplifying network architecture.

For more information, visit the LiteSPEed? cable product page.

About Winchester Interconnect
Winchester Interconnect, a subsidiary of Aptiv PLC, is a leading designer and manufacturer of precision connectors, cable assemblies, and cables used in mission-critical applications across military, aerospace, industrial, medical, and space markets—where exceptional performance and reliability are essential. With engineering and manufacturing facilities worldwide, Winchester works closely with customers to deliver customized interconnect solutions that perform reliably in the harshest environments. Winchester Interconnect is part of Aptiv’s Engineering Components segment, which combines materials science, advanced manufacturing, and interconnect expertise to power next-generation intelligent systems across industries. For more information, visit www.winconn.com.

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