APPLIANCES /// POWER DOUBLE LOCK (PDL) CONNECTORS

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Power Double Lock (PDL) Connectors

Quick Reference Guide

DESIGN-IN QUESTIONS

1.

What are the current and voltage requirements for your

application?

The power double lock connector system has a maximum current rating of 14

Amps per line (based on initial t-rise vs. current testing using 16 AWG in a 2

position connector) and is rated for 300 Volts AC/DC wire-to-wire and 50 Volts

AC/DC wire-to-board.

2.

What are the wire type and size requirements?

The power double lock connector system is approved for use with 26-16 AWG

wire with an insulation range between 1.3 mm and 3.1 mm.

3.

What are the number of positions and available space?

The power double lock connector system is available in select positions (1-12) on

four contact centerline spacings; 3.96 mm, 6.5 mm, 7.92 mm and 13.0 mm. The

overall mated length of the free-hanging system is 38.7 mm and the maximum

height of the wire-to-board system is 25.5 mm.

4. What are the operating temperature requirements?

The power double lock connector system has a maximum operating temperature

of 105°C. For more information regarding operating temperatures refer to Product

Specification 108-5410.

5.

Is contact back-out a concern?

Do you need confirmation that the contacts are seated? The power double lock

connector system offers an optional double lock plate. The purpose of the double

lock plate is two-fold: 1) allows contacts to be fully seated in the housing and 2) it

helps prevent the possibility of contact disengagement when wires are exposed

to external pressure.

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6. Do you need to differentiate this connector from other

connectors in the application?

The power double lock connector system offers multiple options of colored

housings for ease of connector identification during manufacturing and

assembly.

7.

What is the benefit of choosing a header with a

polarization peg (boss)?

The power double lock connector system offers headers with or without

polarization pegs. The purpose of this feature is to polarize the headers to the

PCB so the header can not be placed on the PCB in the wrong orientation.

For more information regarding PCB layout please refer to the header product

drawing.

8.

What is the benefit of choosing a high force contact?

The power double lock connector system offers high force contacts for use

in applications where vibration is prominent. It is important to note that the

high force contacts increase the amount of mating force. Refer to Product

Specification 108-5410 for more information.

9. What is the benefit of choosing Lock Type II or Lock

Type B (non-standard) latch?

•

Lock Type II is offered on the 3.96 mm plugs allowing for easier

unmating (more finger room to depress the latch).

•

Lock Type B is offered on the 6.5 mm plugs providing a slightly lower

profile and can be used when the application will not have to be

unmated often.