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Strong economic, ethical and environmental considerations drive electronic industries to replace gold (Au) with alternative plating material on connectors. Although noble metals such as palladium (Pd), iridium (Ir), platinum (Pt) provide good corrosion-resistance, these are not practical for use by virtue of availability and cost reasons. Silver (Ag) a noble metal with corrosion resistance qualities along with sound conductive and mechanical properties is accepted by industry standards as a less costly and viable plating-alternative to gold (Au). Applications which use tin (Sn) as plating metal face fretting corrosion issues. Customers that use gold (Au) as plating alternative find the solution too cost-prohibitive. Molexs silver-plating not only addressed cost issues associated with gold (Au) as a plating material but eliminated fretting corrosion issues common with Tin-plated systems. Molexs offering of silver-plated parts provides maximum investment protection to customer applications in both short and long term.

Currently, locking mechanisms on many wire-to-wire (W-to-W) and wire-to-board (W-to-B) power connectors are metalized, increasing the connector size and weight. This creates difficulties for designers dealing with size and weight constraints in many applications, including drones and industrial automation. Molex has designed the W-to-W and W-to-B MulitCat Power Connector with a locking mechanism that is both compact and lightweight, easing OEMs design constraints. In highly competitive markets, cost-conscious OEMs are looking for ways to reduce production costs. The MultiCat Power Connector locking mechanism is not metalized, unlike other power connectors currently on the market, making it the more economical choice. Additionally, its positive lock and CPA actuation make assembly easier, reducing costly errors and reducing assembly time.

The name Spox comes from the shape of the terminal, which is like a "spring box". This design style provides multiple points of contact, protects the mating interface area, and prevents fish-hooking from wires during handling. The 2.50mm Mini-Spox family includes both crimp and IDT housings as well as both wire-to-board and wire-to-wire configurations. The 3.96mm Spox and 5.005.08mm Macro-Spox families include unshrouded and partially shrouded headers, along with board-to-board options.

The name Spox comes from the shape of the terminal, which is like a "spring box". This design style provides multiple points of contact, protects the mating interface area, and prevents fish-hooking from wires during handling. The 2.50mm Mini-Spox family includes both crimp and IDT housings as well as both wire-to-board and wire-to-wire configurations. The 3.96mm Spox and 5.005.08mm Macro-Spox families include unshrouded and partially shrouded headers, along with board-to-board options.

Brad Mini-Change Connectors are the standard by which all miniature connectors are measured. First introduced in 1968, the Mini-Change connector pioneered the market for rugged, sealed connectors in industrial applications. These connectors provided the first quick-connect alternative to hard-wiring. Mini-Change connectors are available in a wide variety of circuits and configurations, with pole configurations available in 2 through 12, 14 and 19. With Mini-Change connectors, industrial device wiring is easier to install and maintain. To ensure a consistent, low-resistance connection, the patented Quad Beam female contact is used. Connectors are sealed to provide IP67 protection. An anti-vibration feature prevents the coupler from loosening, even under extreme conditions.

Nano-Change connectors are design to withstand harsh-industrial and weather environments. These connectors are used to interconnect miniature sensors and actuators found in industrial control applications. The small, compact M8 design also makes these connectors well suited for applications requiring a sealed connector in very tight spaces. Nano-Change cordsets, receptacles and pre-wired distribution boxes are available in 3, 4, and 5 pole IEC compliant configurations.

M23 Signal Connectors include field attachable male and female cable connectors and receptacles from 6-pole to 19-pole in straight and right-angled versions. Designed to accommodate a broad range of cable outer diameters and receptacles, M23 connectors guarantee high flexibility in front- and back-mounting applications. Inserts are available with solder or crimp contacts. The integrated locking clip secures the contacts in the inserts and an easy assembly and disassembly without the need of special assembly tools. M23 Power Connectors are designed for power applications up to 28.0A. Molex offers field-attachable cable connectors and receptacles in 5+PE and 4+3+PE versions. Applying the same modular design as the signal connectors, both pole counts can be used in straight and right-angled versions that are easy to assemble and disassemble no special tools required. Crimp contacts are available with different crimp ranges. Female contacts with integrated springs assure exceptional electrical performance with ultimate contact reliability in both signal and power product ranges.

Ultra-Lock connectors incorporate a mechanical locking design and a unique radial-seal that deliver unsurpassed performance. The patented push-to-lock technology provides a simple and secure operator-independent connection. This positive locking design provides built-in reliability that eliminates connector related intermittent signals in the harshest environments. Fewer intermittent signals mean less downtime and better productivity. While the unique radial o-ring seal design, similar to what is found in hydraulic connectors, provides a more robust protection against water ingress even in high-pressure washdown environments. The Ultra-Lock products include Ultra-Lock cordsets and splitters, panel mount receptacles that accept both Ultra-Lock as well as traditional M12 threaded cordsets, and a range of Ultra-Lock molded, pre-wired passive distribution boxes that simplify wiring of IO devices. The rugged, IP69K Stainless Steel MPIS Distribution Box featuring Ultra-Lock connections, withstands corrosive, high-pressure washdowns in Food and Beverage and other sanitised plant-floor applications.

Micro-Change connectors are designed to withstand harsh-industrial and weather environments with superior quality that assures very reliable connections for control elements in automated equipment. These high-quality connectors allow fast and simple replacement of sensors, encoders, switches and other input and output devices in industrial machinery. Available in 2- through 5-, 8- and 12-pole IEC compliant configurations, single- and dual-keyway designs, with straight and 90 plugs, the Micro-Change comprehensive offering provides a complete connectivity solution. With the introduction of Harsh Duty receptacles, Molex expands the applicability of M12 connectors to more demanding environments, Brad Micro-Change M12 Harsh-Duty Receptacles offer a sealed connection with superior EMIRFI shielding in high-vibration systems, which makes them ideal for petrochemical, and commercial-vehicle Class 2 applications.

The iPass connectors and cable assemblies interconnect solution consists of both external and internal IO configurations External iPass products consist of an SMT host-connector design providing placement options on both sides of the PCB, as well as placement stability. The low-profile, fully integrated press-fit connector assembly with cage provides up to 32 differential pairs with one-step placement to the PCB. External cables are a flexible, low-profile high-performance assembly featuring a paddle-card design to reduce cross-talk and improve sign integrity. Die-cast EMI guide frames provide a robust cable-to-chassis interface. Internal iPass products consist of right-angle and vertical connectors with hood kits that act as disposable pick-and-place caps. The overmolded cable assemblies provide 100 Ohm differential impedance with tight-skew control and low cross-talk.

The Pico-Clasp 1.00mm-pitch wire-to-board connector system ranges in circuit sizes from 2 to 50 and provides wide header versions, ideal for space constraint applications. The wide range of design options including gold and tin plating, allows additional design flexibility and the simplicity to stay within the product family.

Available in 1.00 and 1.25mm pitch, Molexs IllumiMate connector system offers straight and right-angle headers with friction and positive locks in various circuit sizes. The inner locks save space, protect wires from tangling, and latches from breaking. Fully shrouded headers with guiding features protect pins from damage and facilitate mating. Positive locks provide secure latching when needed, while friction locks on some versions provide additional mating stability. Molex introduced the IllumiMate system to leading LCDLED TV makers to meet the needs for a narrow-width low-power connector. IllumiMate offers the lowest right-angle profile of any similar-pitch competing type. This helps enable TV makers to achieve ultra-thin panel designs. Other key features of the IllumiMate family include a dual-beam terminal design for secure electrical contact, front solder tabs for strong PCB retention, and polarizing ribs between circuits in the header that facilitate mating and protect contacts. Both vertical and right-angle headers accommodate vacuum pick-and-place equipment in RoHS-compliant and low halogen material to meet global environmental requirements

Compact, low profile Picoflex IDT Headers and Receptacles are an ideal solution for space-constrained applications requiring 1.27mm industry-standard cable. A strong one-piece upper housing, robust multi-point contacts, locking features and cable strain relief provide a secure electrical connection for applications with high-vibration and intense shock requirements. The system comprises PCB headers, cable connectors and standard ribbon cable assemblies in various lengths and circuit sizes.

Available in gold or tin-plated, Molexs Milli-Grid family includes crimp terminals, housings, headers and receptacles. Receptacles are available in single- and dual-row versions with a variety of mating and termination options. Headers are available in shrouded and unshrouded styles.

When choosing a connection type, designers often need to consider trade-offs such as cost, assembly needs and whether or not the connection needs to be unmated. In cases where a simple connection will suffice, questions of reliability need to addressed when comparing hand-soldering to soldering methods. Molexs Board-in connectors meet the requirements of a cost-effective easy-to-assemble connection that does not need to be unmated on at least one end. Compared to competitive Board-in types, Molex offers the widest range of pitch options, mating configurations and circuit sizes.

The core attributes of Mini-Fit Jr. include: fully isolated terminals, positive locking housings, low-engagement forces and polarized housings. The Mini-Fit family also offers blind mating, TPA and higher current options. Designed for higher-current, higher-density applications requiring design flexibility, Mini-Fit Jr. connectors are ideal for power applications up to 9.0A per circuit. Additionally, these connectors are available in single row or dual row 2- to 24-circuit options, feature multiple plating, and resin options.

Molexs Standard .093 pin and socket power connectors are an industry standard connector system based on an .093" pin diameter. Molexs 2.36mm diameter terminals are used in the 5.03mm pitch Standard .093" and 6.71mm pitch 3191 products. The terminals can be used in either crimp housings or crimp receptacles and are capable of carrying up to 14.0A (9.0A with the largest circuit size housings; 17.0A with high-currentlow-force terminals). The system is available in wire-to-wire and wire-to-board configurations, up to 15 circuits.

Supporting 12 Gbps data rates in server-based storage applications, Molexs Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Small Form Factor (SFF) connectors are designed to meet the increasing challenges of data speeds, drive performance, storage density and scalability requirements. Molex is a leading contributor with the SFF Committee and is actively developing prototype halogen-free and lead-free SAS-3 backplane interconnect solutions to meet the demands of high-speed enterprise storage and device manufacturers. These SAS-3 backplane SMT connectors retain existing SFF footprints while increasing data transmission speed to 12 Gbps to meet high Signal Integrity (SI) requirements. Molex has also released U.2 (SASPCIe) right-angle plugs and vertical host receptacles that meet 12 Gbps SAS and 8 GTs U.2 (PCI Express) speeds suitable for Solid State Drive (SSD) applications. These interconnects combine the latest enhancements of SAS-3 and U.2 technologies. Molex offers a wide range of vertical and right-angle SAS receptacles based on earlier SFF specifications. These are available in a variety of PCB mounting configurations.

Molex Wire Pin Terminals like wire ferrules offer quick and easy connections in applications where set screws or clamps are used to make electrical contact with the wire. Wire Pins simplify the insertion of stranded wire into European-style terminal blocks and other components, by preventing wire strand foldback, assuring a proper electrical contact and a stronger connection than just wire alone.

With many mobile devices growing smaller and memory demands increasing, there is a need for removable storage devices to be more compact than ever without giving up storage space. Molex has responded with a full range of SD, microSD and CompactFlash Connectors that offer the space savings needed by designers and the memory capacities demanded by consumers. Additionally, when a design requires both mico-SD and -SIM cards, Molex microSDSIM Card Combo Connector addresses the resulting space and access challenges better than the competition by providing a small footprint, low-profile height and easy retrieval. Furthermore, Molex SD Memory Card Connectors address end-user issues such as card fly-out and sticking problems. Their consumer-friendly designs also make card extraction easier, offer a variety of ejector types and provide polarization features to prevent incorrect card insertion. And features such as shielding and anti-stubbing provide card protection.

Rising raw materials costs, weight and freight charges in addition to environmental compliance issues involved in developing high-reliability products have challenged product makers as much as component suppliers. Regardless of the industries where these products are used - consumer appliances, industrial or lighting - customers are asking for smaller, lighter, more economical electronic and electrical content in their application systems or sub-systems. EdgeMate connectors are designed to help reduce cost by eliminating the need for mating headers in a wire-to-edge card. The hallmark feature of EdgeMate connectors is its highly robust locking mechanism, which enables the mated (and wired) assembly to withstand high-vibration or shock operating conditions. Added electrical reliability is achieved with the crimp terminal, known for its cantilever beam and dual-contact-point design for high normal-force and current-carrying capacity.

The EXTreme LPHPower Connector is a mixed, high-current power and signal connector system that picks up where traditional connectors leave off. Designed with power blades parallel to the PC board, its extremely low-profile height of only 7.50mm allows greater system airflow while taking up 53% less space than traditional connectors with the same current rating. Designed as a new generation of power interconnect, Molex's EXTreme LPHPower connector provides up to 127.0A per linear inch of space, has two isolated power blades in each housing bay and can be mated in a right-angle, co-planar or vertical orientation. EXTreme LPHPower can be mated in a traditional two-piece connector system, or as a one-piece receptacle-to-cardedge bus-bar application.

EXTreme PowerEdge is designed as a one piece vertical card edge style connector that can be used with either gold finger pc boards, or as a bus bar interconnect for power supply or power distribution applications. Power Edge is a compact, high current power interconnect solution rated at 40.0A per contact with the ability to integrate signal pins within the same housing for powersignal hybrid designs. Each signal contact is rated at 3.0A. Attributing to its slender profile, EXTreme PowerEdge allows excellent airflow around the connector. This connector is unique in that it can be configured for AC and DC power capability in either the same housing, or with multiple housings stacked end-to-end. Incorporating proven Molex design elements EXTreme PowerEdge high performance terminal contacts feature redundant interface points for optimum mating of double-sided card edge gold fingers or bus bar segments, and provide 157.0A per inch of pc board real estate. It is an excellent low profile power card edge interface for applications where rugged single piece mating is needed and where space is at a premium. EXTreme PowerEdge is available in power only, signal only, and powersignal combinations for design flexibility. Each power segment contains two isolated power contacts, while each signal segment contains 8 independent signal contacts.

Available in gold or tin-plated, Molexs Milli-Grid family includes crimp terminals, housings, headers and receptacles. Receptacles are available in single- and dual-row versions with a variety of mating and termination options. Headers are available in shrouded and unshrouded styles.

Ideal for applications such as motorcycles or air conditioners that continue to pack more complicated electronics into smaller spaces, the Mizu-P25 system provides assurance that dust or water will not interfere with signal integrity. The Mizu-P25 family includes two sub-families: the low-voltage system, which is rated up to 125 volts; and the high-voltage system, rated up to 250 volts. Both versions of the Mizu-P25 family provide some of the smallest mated diameters of any similar system. This helps to meet the needs of makers in various industries to fit wire-to-wire solutions through smaller spaces, holes and hinges. The Mizu-P25 family also includes features to make assembly easier for operators. This includes color coding of housings, low-insertion terminal design, easy-to-use positive-locks and polarization features to ensure correct mating.

Available in gold or tin-plated, Molexs Milli-Grid family includes crimp terminals, housings, headers and receptacles. Receptacles are available in single- and dual-row versions with a variety of mating and termination options. Headers are available in shrouded and unshrouded styles.

Nano-Change connectors are design to withstand harsh-industrial and weather environments. These connectors are used to interconnect miniature sensors and actuators found in industrial control applications. The small, compact M8 design also makes these connectors well suited for applications requiring a sealed connector in very tight spaces. Nano-Change cordsets, receptacles and pre-wired distribution boxes are available in 3, 4, and 5 pole IEC compliant configurations.

Brad Mini-Change Connectors are the standard by which all miniature connectors are measured. First introduced in 1968, the Mini-Change connector pioneered the market for rugged, sealed connectors in industrial applications. These connectors provided the first quick-connect alternative to hard-wiring. Mini-Change connectors are available in a wide variety of circuits and configurations, with pole configurations available in 2 through 12, 14 and 19. With Mini-Change connectors, industrial device wiring is easier to install and maintain. To ensure a consistent, low-resistance connection, the patented Quad Beam female contact is used. Connectors are sealed to provide IP67 protection. An anti-vibration feature prevents the coupler from loosening, even under extreme conditions.

Micro-Change connectors are designed to withstand harsh-industrial and weather environments with superior quality that assures very reliable connections for control elements in automated equipment. These high-quality connectors allow fast and simple replacement of sensors, encoders, switches and other input and output devices in industrial machinery. Available in 2- through 5-, 8- and 12-pole IEC compliant configurations, single- and dual-keyway designs, with straight and 90 plugs, the Micro-Change comprehensive offering provides a complete connectivity solution. With the introduction of Harsh Duty receptacles, Molex expands the applicability of M12 connectors to more demanding environments, Brad Micro-Change M12 Harsh-Duty Receptacles offer a sealed connection with superior EMIRFI shielding in high-vibration systems, which makes them ideal for petrochemical, and commercial-vehicle Class 2 applications.

The Molex microcoaxial connector has a very low profile and works up to 6 GHz making it well suited for wireless LAN applications, mobile phones, radio-communication equipment, measurement equipment, GPS systems and bluetooth applications. The MCRF is fully mateable with Hirose's u.FL*. The cable-mount, right-angle plug is only available terminated either as a complete cable-assembly or pigtail assembly. The connector assembly can be used in conjunction with our surface-mount PCB jacks, which are available in tape-and reel packaging. Various RF connector interfaces are available as part of the microcoaxial complete assembly.

MMCX 50 Ohm microminiature compact and lightweight connectors are designed for densely populated electronic packages with size and weight limitations. The mechanical stability is maintained via a snap-on interface that uses no slotting in the outer conductor. Typical applications include wirelessPCS devices, telecommunications, GPS receivers and consumer electronics. For medical MRI applications, non-magnetic versions are available.

Todays electronics are smaller than ever, often facing more vibrations and greater stress. Molex SMPM RF Blind-Mate board-to-board and cable connections can minimize your PCB footprint for even the smallest, smartest devices. With superior frequency performance from DC to 65 GHz, the SMPM connector also compensates for the axial and radial misalignment issues inherent with board-to-board mating. Molex SMP subminiature connectors offer excellent performance from DC to 40 GHz. Through our collaborative process, we can develop a complete solution for board-to-board and blind mate applications, using the best combination of PCB mount, cable mount and in-series adapters. With 4-, 6- and 8-port configurations and options including smooth, limited detent and full detent, you get the right solution for your applications needs while ensuring reliable connections in rugged, high-vibration conditions.

Developed as an alternative to the threaded SMA, Molexs QMA connector is one of the most popular coaxial connectors in use today. Molexs design improves the axial retention of QLF* QMA connectors available from other sources, yet is intermateable. Performance is comparable to a threaded SMA with the benefit of a faster installation and removal as well as higher density.

Molex SMA Connectors are high-performance subminiature connectors for microwave frequencies. The threaded coupling insures uniform contact of the outer conductors, which enables the SMA to minimize reflections and attenuation at higher frequencies while providing a high degree of mechanical strength and durability. Molex offers SMA connectors in brass, beryllium copper and stainless steel materials. Molex has a wide range of designs including high-performance optimized SMA connectors, operating to 27 GHz.

Molexs SMB connectors are a subminiature connector series designed for applications operating to 4 GHz and are available in 50 and 75 Ohm versions. This series includes a snap on interface, controlled by industry standard specifications and is easy to connect and disconnect. Mechanical stability provided by the SMB interface, and its relative small size allows uses in applications where space is limited.

Molex BMA connectors are available in both fixed and float mount versions to allow for rack and panel mount applications where axial and radial float are needed. Similar in size to SMA connectors, BMA can operate to 18 GHz or above, depending on the configuration and cable selected. The Molex BMA design has protected spring contacts that assure reliable, damage-free mating.

TNC miniature connectors are considered mid-sized and use a threaded coupling arrangement. The stability of the threaded coupling allows the connectors to perform up to 11 GHz with improved resistance to adverse environments including vibration, moisture, corrosion and thermal variations. IP68 bulkhead versions are available. Typical applications include mobile communications, avionics and antenna ports for wireless base units.

Molex's 716 DIN connectors cover a broad spectrum of low-loss, high-power requirements. Designs exist for a wide range of cables, including corrugated styles. Silver or tri-metal (Copper, Tin and Zinc) plating is used for low Inter-modulation Distortion (IMD). Molex tri-metal plating is tarnish resistant and durable. Tri-metal plating provides abrasion resistance comparable to nickel with far better electrical performance. Tri-metal plating alloys are non-magnetic which is critical for low IMD.

Rising raw materials costs, weight and freight charges in addition to environmental compliance issues involved in developing high-reliability products have challenged product makers as much as component suppliers. Regardless of the industries where these products are used - consumer appliances, industrial or lighting - customers are asking for smaller, lighter, more economical electronic and electrical content in their application systems or sub-systems. EdgeMate connectors are designed to help reduce cost by eliminating the need for mating headers in a wire-to-edge card. The hallmark feature of EdgeMate connectors is its highly robust locking mechanism, which enables the mated (and wired) assembly to withstand high-vibration or shock operating conditions. Added electrical reliability is achieved with the crimp terminal, known for its cantilever beam and dual-contact-point design for high normal-force and current-carrying capacity.

Each industry faces different power connector challenges. Failures can occur in appliances as a result of mis-mated connectors. Terminal backout or other potential assembly errors can lead to dangerous brake malfunctions in vehicles. Pervasive data growth is driving PCB makers to use more electronics in smaller spaces; sourcing small, yet power-dense, electronics is a dilemma. Ultra-Fit Power Connectors address these issues, solving four key design challenges while offering the premium housing features of proven Mini-Fit and Micro-Fit 3.0 connector systems. Color-coded housings mitigate the risk of mis-mating. Optional TPA retainers significantly reduce terminal backout. A streamlined design that is 17% smaller than competing power connectors provides space savings, and an ultra-low mating force reduces operator fatigue when mating numerous high-circuit connectors.

The MLX Series is interchangeable, intermateable and intermountable with industry standard products. This allows greater flexibility in mating with existing wire harnesses, connectors or PCB headers. The connectors are recognized by UL and certified by CSA. The housings are designed for both male and female Molex terminals. Additionally the housings will accept industry compatible terminals. As an added convenience, Molex has provided circuit identification grooves for circuits two and three along with the industry standard identification rib for circuit one.

EXTreme PowerEdge is designed as a one piece vertical card edge style connector that can be used with either gold finger pc boards, or as a bus bar interconnect for power supply or power distribution applications. Power Edge is a compact, high current power interconnect solution rated at 40.0A per contact with the ability to integrate signal pins within the same housing for powersignal hybrid designs. Each signal contact is rated at 3.0A. Attributing to its slender profile, EXTreme PowerEdge allows excellent airflow around the connector. This connector is unique in that it can be configured for AC and DC power capability in either the same housing, or with multiple housings stacked end-to-end. Incorporating proven Molex design elements EXTreme PowerEdge high performance terminal contacts feature redundant interface points for optimum mating of double-sided card edge gold fingers or bus bar segments, and provide 157.0A per inch of pc board real estate. It is an excellent low profile power card edge interface for applications where rugged single piece mating is needed and where space is at a premium. EXTreme PowerEdge is available in power only, signal only, and powersignal combinations for design flexibility. Each power segment contains two isolated power contacts, while each signal segment contains 8 independent signal contacts.

Designed for board-to-board, wire-to-board and panel-to-board applications, EXTreme Ten60Power hybrid power-and-signal solutions provide up to 260.0A per linear inch, fast response times and easy-to-configure modules

Intensifying our approach to provide high-current density and a customer-configurable design, EXTreme PowerMass offers a nearly unlimited range of power and signal module-design options, providing customer-specific interconnect solutions for AC and DC power requirements. EXTreme PowerMass is a high- current, board-to-board, modular connector system, providing 350.0A per inch. EXTreme PowerMass is designed to support power supplies and systems requiring very high-current transfer in challenging and thermal-constrained spaces. EXTreme PowerMass complements Molex's robust power-connector offering. For more information on Molex power connectors, visit: www.molex.comproductpower.html.

Small and compact, the MX64 single-row female housings set the standard for 2.54mm pitch sealed connectors. These connectors allow for the greatest level of flexibility by accommodating three different female terminal systems.

The SCPC system supports two and three conductors and ground circuits for AC power applications. The SCPC product line features insulation displacement contacts providing wire termination without the need to pre-strip the wires and is ULCSA certified as a junction box. The Splice connectors splice two cable segments together and replace butt connectors, wire nuts, and junction boxes used in traditional splice applications. Tap connectors operate similarly, used to support taps of existing cable segments, creating new branch circuits.

Manufactures of applications such as water heaters, washing machines and dishwashers often use potting techniques to seal the PCB in a gelatinous waterproofing material, which prevents short-circuiting and secures terminal retention during assembly. Various applications could benefit from an intermateable wire-to-board and wire-to-wire system. Other common interconnect requirements, especially for high-vibration and complex assembly applications, include secure mating and terminal retention. The MicroTPA wire-to-board version includes two different height headers to meet silicone sealing or potting methods sometimes used on PCBs in White Goods applications to protect components and circuitry from damage or water intrusion as well as shock and vibration. A PCB peg feature helps provide correct board insertion. A wire-to-wire option is also available for design flexibility. Both systems feature an inner positive lock that provides secure mating with good click feeling along with anti-tangling latch protection. An optional Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) retainer is available and attached after mating to confirm complete terminal insertion.

From the harsh chemical wash-down of food processing, to the high-temperatures of steel production or the caustic humidity of pulppaper production, heavy-duty power requirements demand rugged connector products. Quick-Change connectors are constructed to deliver years of uninterrupted performance in these demanding applications. They are available in 2 to 4 pole configurations, with ratings up to 30.0A. Molded in bright yellow, Quick-Change connectors provide enhanced visibility for safety. A positive key alignment reduces the possibility of mis-mating. An IP67 seal keeps out water and contaminants.

Ultra-Lock connectors incorporate a mechanical locking design and a unique radial-seal that deliver unsurpassed performance. The patented push-to-lock technology provides a simple and secure operator-independent connection. This positive locking design provides built-in reliability that eliminates connector related intermittent signals in the harshest environments. Fewer intermittent signals mean less downtime and better productivity. While the unique radial o-ring seal design, similar to what is found in hydraulic connectors, provides a more robust protection against water ingress even in high-pressure washdown environments. The Ultra-Lock products include Ultra-Lock cordsets and splitters, panel mount receptacles that accept both Ultra-Lock as well as traditional M12 threaded cordsets, and a range of Ultra-Lock molded, pre-wired passive distribution boxes that simplify wiring of IO devices. The rugged, IP69K Stainless Steel MPIS Distribution Box featuring Ultra-Lock connections, withstands corrosive, high-pressure washdowns in Food and Beverage and other sanitised plant-floor applications.

From the harsh chemical wash-down of food processing, to the high-temperatures of steel production or the caustic humidity of pulppaper production, heavy-duty power requirements demand rugged connector products. Quick-Change connectors are constructed to deliver years of uninterrupted performance in these demanding applications. They are available in 2 to 4 pole configurations, with ratings up to 30.0A. Molded in bright yellow, Quick-Change connectors provide enhanced visibility for safety. A positive key alignment reduces the possibility of mis-mating. An IP67 seal keeps out water and contaminants.