Temperature of the air or other medium in which a connector or a corresponding cable assembly is intended to be used.
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A current-carrying capacity curve metrologically determined according to the method described in IEC 60512-5-2:2002 (DIN EN 60512-5-2:2003-01) depending on the permissible limit temperature of the materials.
Chemical resistance is the ability of a material to protect itself against chemical attack or solvent reaction. In contrast to corrosion, there is no material removal, which is particularly typical for plastics and elastomers.
Adhesives, cleaning agents or other chemicals are often used on our products within the scope of general deployment and further handling. Contact with unsuitable chemicals may have an adverse effect on the mechanical and electrical properties of the insulation and housing materials. The connector specifications may no longer be sustainable. Please observe our handling suggestions and technical instructions as given in this catalog or corresponding assembly instructions.
The shortest distance by air between two conductive parts (according to IEC 60664-1:2007).
The shortest distance between two conductive parts along the surface of a solid insulation material (according to IEC 60664-1:2007). This factors in all elevations and recesses in the insulator, as long as defined minimum dimensions are on hand.
A terminal sleeve which can accommodate one or more conductors and be crimped by a crimping tool.
The permanent, non-detachable and solder-free mounting of a contact to a conductor via deforming or shaping under pressure to make a good electrical and mechanical connection. Executed with crimping tool, press or automatic crimping machine.
Geometry detail that prevents interchangeability of otherwise identical connectors.This is useful when two or more identical connectors are attached to the same device.
An element which enables electrical conductors to be connected and is intended to create and/or separate connections with a suitable counterpart (according to IEC 61984:2008 (VDE 0627:2009-11)). If not otherwise specified, these are connectors without breaking capacity (COC).
Connector that may be mated or unmated during intended use, live or under load (according to IEC 61984:2008 (VDE 0627:2009-11)).
Connector which is not deemed to be engagend or disengaged in normal use when live under load (according to IEC 61984:2008 (VDE 0627:2009-11)).
The contact resistance is the resistance at the contact zone of an electrical contact pair. The contact resistance is significantly lower than the total resistance (refer to total resistance). The specifications are average values.
Electrical conductor, solid wire or multi-wire strand, with insulation as well as any conductive layers. Cables or leads may have one or more cores.
The value is derived from an adequately dimensioned connection cable in accordance with IEC 60228:2004 (VDE 0295:2005-09; class 5), so that a significant temperature increase is not incurred. The indicated temperature increase takes place through the contact. The specifications are average values.
Connectors can be delivered in assembled form or as individual parts.
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The connectors and cable assemblies listed in this catalog are generally designed as connectors without breaking capacity unless otherwise stated. The rated voltage specification given on the respective data sheet must be respected. Suitable precautionary measures must be taken to ensure that people do not come into contact with live conductors during installation and operation. All entries in this catalog were thoroughly reviewed before printing. ODU reserves the right to make changes based on the current status of knowledge without prior notice and without being obliged to provide replacement deliveries or refinements of older designs.
The force required to fully insert or withdraw pluggable elements without the influence of a coupling or locking device.
Part of a connector that separates conductive parts with different potential, usually identical to the contact carrier.
All standard contacts are lubricated at the factory. We recommend using the ODU Electrical Contacts Service kit.
A mating cycle consists of one insertion and withdrawal action of both connector parts with each other. The given values are only valid under the following conditions: clean environment, adequate radial alignment, flawless counter contact pins.
The metrologically determined amperage at room temperature (approx. 20° C) which increases the contact temperature to the limit temperature. The values specified in the catalog apply to either individual contacts or completely assembled inserts / modules, as indicated. Refer to page xx for the derating curve, if a different ambient temperature is valid
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The current-carrying capacity which each individual contact can be loaded with on its own
The nominal voltage of the power source for which the connector is being used. The nominal voltage may not be higher than the rated voltage of the connector.
Permissable temperature range between the uppermost and lowermost limits. This includes contact heating through current-carrying capacity.
The operating voltage is the voltage supply at the device. The operating voltage may not be higher than the rated voltage of the connector.
Numeral defining a transient overvoltage condition as defined in Table F.1 in IEC 60664-1:2020 (VDE 0110-1:2022-07). This table provides the value of the rated impulse voltage that must be met.
A conductive connection between the PCB and an element in through-hole assembly, THT (through-hole technology).
Numerical value indicating the expected pollution of the micro-environment. The pollution levels 1-4 were defined. (Pollution: any deposit of solid, liquid or gaseous foreign matter that may reduce the electrical strength or surface resistance of the insulation; micro-environment: immediate vacinity of the insulation, which in particular influences the dimensioning of the creepage distances). See IEC 60664-1:2007 (VDE 0110-1:2008-01)).
No or only dry, non-conductive pollution is present. The pollution has no influence. For example, this is common for computer systems and measuring instruments in clean, dry, or air-conditioned rooms.
(= standard, if no specific pollution degree is indicated)
Only non-conductive pollution is present. However, temporary conductivity due to condensation must be anticipated. For example, this is common for devices in laboratories, residential, sales, and other business areas.
Conductive pollution is present or dry, non-conductive pollution that will become conductive because condensation is expected. For example, this is common for devices in industrial, commercial, and agricultural operations, unheated storage areas, and workshops.
A PCB is a carrier for electronic components. It serves the purposes of mechanical mounting and electrical connection.
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The measured current which flows through all contacts simultaneously and continuously when the largest permissible conducting wires are connected and the temperature at the contacts has increased by 45 Kelvin. The rated current is determined according to the Derating Measurement Method in accordance with IEC 60512-5-2:2002 (DIN EN 60512-5-2:2003-01) and derived from the Derating Curve.
The specified rated impulse voltage confirms the dielectric withstand voltage and thereby the withstand capability of its insulation against transient overvoltages according to the standard by applying the test voltage according to Table F.6 in IEC 60664-1:2020 (VDE 0110-1:2022-07) over a defined time range.
The rated voltage which the manufacturer specifies for a connector and which the operating and performane features relate to
Based on VDE 0298-4:2013-06, connectors and cables with more than 5 contacts have a higher heating rate compared to individual contacts. For this reason, the aforementioned standard is calculated with a reduction.
Please refer to Insertion and Withdrawal force.
The higher value of the insertion force is caused by the “attachment peak”. Subsequently, only the pure sliding force has an effect. In the case of lamella contacts, the data refers to contacts in the lubricated state (status at delivery) and after approx. 30 mating cycles. The forces are/may be higher in new condition (lubricated). In the case of springwire contacts, the data refers to contacts in new condition. The data represents average values with a potential fluctuation of ± 50 %.
Termination technology in which a molten additional metal (solder) with a lower melting point than the base materials to be connected is used to attach two metallic materials to one another.
Ergonomic locking of the housings with an easy-to-operate precsision locking spindle. This spindle enables easy closing and opening of the housings with a single turning movement. The mating and sliding forces which are thereby overcome ease handling significantly. For relubrication, we recommend the ODU Electrical Contacts Service Kit.
The stranded wire is an electrical conductor consisting of thin individual wires and is therefore easy to bend.
One-time impulse current with a 10 ms load duration.
The generic term for high impulse test voltages used to test power supply equipment.
The specified cross-sections correspond to a a “fine-wire” conductor structure (7/19 wire) according to AWG (ASTM B258-14) or to a “fine-wire” conductor structure pursuant to IEC 60228:2004 (VDE 0295:2005-09; Class 5), borderline conductor structures require a separate review.
Methods for connecting the leads to the electro-mechanical element, such as solder-free connections pursuant to IEC 60352 (DIN EN 60352): crimp, screw connection etc. or soldering connection.
The test voltage which a connector or a corresponding cable assembly can withstand under defined conditions without dielectric breakdown or flashover.
Solid conductor