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Stackable Power Connectors

Stackable Power Connectors

Stackable Power Connectors

Product catalog summary
Overview
This document introduces the new stackable power connectors designed for military applications, specifically for connecting multiple tactical radios to a single M55181 power receptacle. The connectors are engineered to maintain reliability under severe conditions.

Features
  • Compatible with standard M55181/4-01 and M55181/2-01 receptacles.
  • Supports any M55181/3 or /1 series plug from a second radio without retrofitting existing cables.
  • Constructed with robust aluminum housing, cadmium plating, and olive drab chromate for harsh environments.
  • Precision contacts with gold over nickel plating.

Benefits
  • Allows multiple radios to draw power from a single M55181 receptacle.
  • Space-saving design eliminates the need for external power splitting devices.
  • Ruggedized features similar to QPL M55181 midrange power connectors.
  • Rated for 500 mate/unmated cycles.

Specifications
Electrical
  • Dielectric Strength: 2000 Volts RMS for 4 contacts.
  • Insulation Resistance: Minimum 1000 Megohms at 500 Volts DC.
  • Voltage Drop: 20 mV at 35 Amps for 4 contacts.
Mechanical
  • Air Pressure: 2.5 PSI.
  • Water Immersion: 6 ft. for 48 hours.
  • Durability: 500 cycles with a coupling torque of 25 in.-lbs.
  • Contact Retention: 10 lbs.
  • Insert Strength: 400 lbs.
Materials and Finishes
  • Shells: Aluminum alloy body with steel alloy nosepiece, cadmium plated with olive-drab chromate.
  • Contacts: High-conductivity copper alloy with beryllium copper spring element, gold over nickel plating.
  • Insulator: Glass-filled diallyl phthalate, type GDI-30 F or SDG-F.

Mating Instructions
  1. Securely mate to the receptacle by turning the stackable M55181’s drawscrew.
  2. Remove the back cap by rotating counter-clockwise to expose the secondary receptacle interface.
  3. Mate the ground power assembly traditionally to the stackable connector.

Ordering Information
Part numbers are structured as CI 55181 / X - Y S, where 'X' and 'Y' denote specific configurations and cable sizes. Detailed specifications are provided in tables for configuration and cable diameter.
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Catalog excerpts

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Exclusive Military Midrange Stackable Power Connectors New Stacking Plug Available! Allows connection of multiple tactical radios into single M55181 power receptacle while maintaining reliability under the most severe conditions. Features • Mate to standard M55181/4-01 and M55181/2-01 receptacles. • Accommodates any M55181/3 or /1 series plug from second radio, no need to retrofit existing cables. • Robust aluminum housing, cadmium plate and olive drab chromate stand up to use in harsh environments. • Precision contacts, gold over nickel. Benefits • Exclusive design allows multiple radios to draw power from a single M55181 receptacle. • Space-saving design eliminates the need for “Y” cables or other external power splitting apparatus. • Has same ruggedized features as QPL M55181 midrange power connectors. • Worry-free 500 mate/unmated cycle rating. www.cooperinterconnect.com

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Stackable Power Connectors Specifications Mating Instructions 1. Mating to the receptacle is accomplished quickly and securely by turning the stackable M55181’s drawscrew – no additional tools or fasteners needed. SHELLS Plugs Aluminum alloy body, steel alloy nosepiece 0.0003 cadmium plate with olive-drab chromate. 2. Back cap is removed by rotating cap counter-clockwise using the knurled section, exposing the secondary receptacle interface. High-conductivity copper alloy with beryllium copper spring element, 30u” gold over 10-100u” nickel. 3. The ground power assembly is then mated in the traditional...

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