Introduction
Positronic Industries, established in 1966, specializes in manufacturing high-quality interconnect products. The company is renowned for its service-oriented approach and rapid response times, maintaining a reputation for top-quality connectors through its Complete Capability concept.
Complete Capability- Design & Development: Focuses on creating new connectors and modifying existing ones to meet industry demands, supported by ongoing market research.
- Tooling: Provides 80% of new tooling and supports all manufacturing areas.
- Machining: Utilizes automatic screw machines for crafting contacts and hardware.
- Molding: Molds plastic components with overmold capability.
- Plating: Applies metal finishes conforming to military specifications.
- Quality Assurance: Factories are certified to ISO 9001:2000, AS9100 Rev.B 2004, and ISO 14001 standards.
- Finished Stock Inventory: Maintains large inventories for quick shipments.
- Worldwide Sales & Service: Offers personalized customer service with facilities in multiple countries.
Product Specifications- Dimensional tolerances are specified for various connector components, ensuring precision in manufacturing.
- Products may be protected by several US patents, with additional patents pending.
Connector Series- CB Series: Available in standard and high-density versions with various contact options.
- CBC Series: Offers crimp removable contacts for multiple applications.
- CBDP Series: Features dual port connectors with various power and signal contact combinations.
- QB Series: Developed for MicroTCA modules, offering board mount and cable connectors for power input.
- ACBDP and ACBMP Series: Combo-D connector savers available in various shell sizes.
Technical Information- Detailed technical characteristics and ordering information are provided for each connector series.
- Temperature rise curves and contact hole patterns are included for specific connector configurations.
Trademarks and Compliance- Positronic's connectors and logos are registered trademarks, and the company complies with EU Directive 2002/95/EC and RoHS standards.
General Information: The document provides detailed specifications and guidelines for Positronic Industries' Combo-D series connectors, designed for mixed contact combinations including power, shielded, air, high voltage, and signal contacts. These connectors are available in various configurations and are suitable for professional, industrial, and military applications. The document emphasizes the importance of adhering to applicable standards and provides information on design and testing services offered by Positronic Industries.
Removable Contacts: This section details the technical characteristics of removable contacts, including various sizes and types such as crimp signal contacts, thermocouple contacts, and power contacts. It highlights the significance of the PosiBand contact interface and provides specifications for different contact sizes and configurations.
Application Tools: The document lists tools and accessories for crimping and soldering, as well as installation tools for compliant press-fit connectors. It includes a cross-reference list for contact application tools and suggests printed board hole sizes for connectors.
Unique Features: This section introduces unique features of the Combo-D connectors, such as sequential mating contacts and contact stabilization features. It also discusses high current removable crimp power contacts and provides temperature rise curves for different wire sizes.
Temperature Rise Curves: The document includes graphs showing temperature rise curves for various wire sizes and connector configurations, tested in accordance with UL1977 standards. These curves help in understanding the performance of connectors under load conditions.
Materials and Finishes: Detailed information is provided on the materials and finishes used in the construction of the connectors, including insulators, contacts, shells, and mounting hardware. The document specifies the plating options available for different contact types.
Mechanical Characteristics: The mechanical characteristics of the connectors are outlined, including contact retention, resistance to solder iron heat, and termination details for signal contacts. The document also mentions the availability of non-magnetic versions and provides contact retention force specifications.
Specifications:
- Minimum hole diameter for 20 AWG wire: 0.028 inch [0.71 mm] for both straight and right angle printed board mounts.
- Power Contacts, Size 8 male: 0.142 inch [3.61 mm] crimp mating diameter.
- Termination diameters for printed board mounts: 0.078 inch [1.98 mm], 0.094 inch [2.39 mm], and 0.125 inch [3.18 mm].
- High Voltage Contacts: Minimum hole diameter of 0.041 inch [1.04 mm].
- Shells: Male shells may be dimpled for EMI/ESD ground paths.
- Polarization: Trapezoidally shaped shells and polarized jackscrews.
- Mounting: Jackscrews, riveted fasteners, and push-on fasteners.
- Locking Systems: Jackscrews and vibration locking systems.
- Mechanical Operations: CBD series open entry contacts for 500 operations, PosiBand closed entry and CBM series for 1,000 operations per IEC 512-5.
Electrical Characteristics:
- Size 20 Contacts: 7.5 amperes nominal current rating, 0.008 ohms maximum initial contact resistance, 1000 V r.m.s. proof voltage.
- Size 8 Power Contacts: Current ratings vary by termination diameter, with a maximum of 80 amperes for high conductivity material.
- Initial Contact Resistance: 0.0005 ohms max for standard material, 0.00035 ohms max for high conductivity material.
- Proof Voltage: 1000 V r.m.s.
Connector Characteristics:
- Insulator Resistance: 5 G ohms.
- Clearance and Creepage Distance: 0.042 inch [1.06 mm] minimum.
- Working Voltage: 300 V r.m.s.
Climatic Characteristics:
- Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C.
- Damp Heat, Steady State: 10 days.
Thermocouple Contacts:
- Available in straight and right angle PCB mount contacts.
Dimensions:
- Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, subject to change.
Connector Variants:
- Various shell sizes and contact variants are available, with specific dimensions and configurations.
Recommendations:
- Suggested printed board hole sizes for different contact termination positions are provided.
Overview: This document provides technical specifications and ordering information for Positronic Combo-D and D-Sub connectors, designed for professional, industrial, and military applications. The connectors offer three performance levels to optimize cost and performance ratios and are suitable for high-density PCB mounts.
Specifications: The document details various connector types, including fixed female and male jackscrews, solder cup connectors, and straight and right-angle printed board mount connectors. Dimensions are provided in both inches and millimeters, with a note that all dimensions are subject to change.
Connector Types and Codes: - Solder Cup Connector: Code 21
- Straight Printed Board Mount Connector: Codes 3, 35, 36, 37
- Right Angle Printed Board Mount Connector: Codes 4, 45, 47
- Compliant Press-Fit Connector: Code 93
Each type has specific dimensions and current ratings, such as 15 or 30 amps nominal for power contacts.
Ordering Information: The document outlines a step-by-step process for specifying connectors, including selecting connector gender, shell options, mounting styles, contact termination types, and environmental compliance options. Example part numbers are provided to illustrate the ordering system.
Materials and Finishes: The connectors are made from materials such as glass-filled polyester for insulators and precision-machined copper alloy for contacts. Various plating options are available, including gold flash over nickel for signal and power contacts.
Customization: Positronic offers customization options to meet specific customer requirements, such as selective loading of contacts, longer PCB terminations, and water-resistant sealing. Customers are encouraged to contact Technical Sales for special requirements.
Notes: The document includes notes on connector variants, power contact specifications, and additional information on accessories and special options. It also mentions compliance with EU Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS).
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and characteristics of the Combo-D D-Sub connectors by Positronic Industries, designed for professional, industrial, and military applications. These connectors offer high-density crimp/solder removable contacts and are available in various configurations to suit different environmental and operational requirements.
Specifications:- Materials: Connectors are made from brass or steel with zinc plating and chromate seal, stainless steel, or aluminum with electroless nickel plating. Hoods are available in composite, plastic, brass, steel, or aluminum.
- Contact Types: The connectors feature removable crimp contacts in sizes 22, 16, and 8, suitable for signal, power, and thermocouple applications.
- Performance Standards: They meet IEC 807-7, MIL-DTL-24308, and SAE AS 39029 standards.
Mechanical Characteristics:- Contact Retention: Signal size 22 contacts have a retention force of 9 lbs, size 16 power contacts 15 lbs, and size 8 power contacts 22 lbs.
- Shells: Male shells may be dimpled for EMI/ESD ground paths, with trapezoidal shapes for polarization.
- Locking Systems: Include jackscrews and vibration locking systems, supporting a minimum of 1000 mechanical operations.
Electrical Characteristics:- Size 22 Contacts: Rated for 5 amperes with a proof voltage of 1000 V r.m.s.
- Size 16 Contacts: Standard material rated for 28 amperes, high conductivity material for 40 amperes, with a proof voltage of 1000 V r.m.s.
- Size 8 Contacts: Details provided on page 4.
Climatic Characteristics:- Temperature Range: -55°C to +125°C.
- Damp Heat: Steady state for 10 days.
Ordering Information: The document outlines a code numbering system for specifying connectors, detailing options for shell sizes, contact termination types, mounting styles, hoods, locking systems, and environmental compliance.
Additional Features:- Combo-Dual Port Series: Offers combinations of power and signal contacts within the same assembly, compliant with IEC 807-2 and DESC 85039 standards.
- Environmental Compliance: Options available per EU Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS).
Overview: The document provides technical specifications and ordering information for D Mount Connectors, specifically focusing on 48 Volt and 24 Volt configurations. It includes details on contact positions, connector types, part numbers, and mounting options.
Specifications:- Contact Positions: For 48 Volt connectors, positions A1 and A2 are first to mate, while positions 1 and 2 are last. For 24 Volt connectors, positions A1 and A4 are first to mate.
- Connector Types: Includes Dual Port and Uni Port configurations with typical part numbers provided for each.
- Dimensions: All dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, with a note that they are subject to change.
Materials and Finishes:- Insulator: Made from glass-filled polyester, UL 94V-0 rated.
- Contacts: Made from copper alloy with optional gold plating over nickel.
- Shells: Available in steel or brass with various plating options.
Mechanical Characteristics:- Contact Retention: Signal contacts retain 9 lbs, and power contacts retain 22 lbs.
- Operations: ACBDP series supports a minimum of 500 operations, while ACBMP series supports 1,000 operations.
Electrical Characteristics:- Contact Current Rating: Size 20 contacts are rated at 7.5 amperes nominal.
- Initial Contact Resistance: 0.008 ohms.
Ordering Information:- Connectors can be specified by selecting options from steps 1 through 9, including basic series, connector variants, gender, contact termination, mounting style, shell options, and environmental compliance.
- Special options and compliance with EU Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS) are available.
Additional Notes:- Connectors can be supplied with standard D-subminiature mounting brackets.
- For crimping information and tools, refer to the Application Tools section on pages 81-89.
Technical Specifications:
1. Contact Ratings: Size 8 contacts have a current rating of 70 amperes as per U.L. 1977, with an initial contact resistance of 0.0005 ohms maximum. Proof voltage is 1,000 V r.m.s.
2. Connector Characteristics: Insulator resistance is 5 G ohms, with a clearance and creepage distance of 0.039 inch [1.0 mm] minimum. Working voltage is 300 V r.m.s.
3. Climatic Characteristics: The temperature range is from -55˚C to +125˚C.
Connector Variants and Features:
1. Combo-D Connectors: Available in various shell sizes and configurations, including high-density variants. Contact Technical Sales for availability of specific variants.
2. Jackscrew Systems: Options include rotating and fixed male and female jackscrews, with polarized versions available.
3. Contact Stabilization: Size 8 contacts feature a stabilization mechanism to minimize float and alignment issues during mating.
Ordering Information:
1. Code Numbering System: Connectors are specified by selecting options from steps 1 through 10, including shell size, connector variant, gender, and environmental compliance.
2. Special Options: Additional options are available in the Special Options Appendix.
Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics:
1. High Current Contacts: Size 8 contacts can handle very high currents and are compatible with 6 AWG wire. They feature a closed entry design for maximum mating surfaces and reduced contact resistance.
2. Temperature Rise Curve: Illustrates the relationship between rated current and temperature rise for various connector configurations.
Customization and Unique Features:
1. Customer-Specified Termination Lengths: Positronic offers connectors with custom termination lengths to fit specific application requirements.
2. Removable Contacts: Size 22 removable contacts are available with various finishes and are designed for easy insertion and release.
For further details and technical support, contact Positronic Industries through their website.
Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and characteristics of various sizes of removable crimp contacts used in connectors, focusing on materials, mechanical and electrical properties, and optional finishes.
Size 20 Removable Contact:- Materials and Finishes: Made from precision machined copper alloy with gold flash over nickel. Optional finishes are available.
- Mechanical Characteristics: Contacts are inserted and released from the rear face of the insulator. Male contacts have a 0.040 inch mating diameter, with female contacts available in closed or open entry designs.
- Electrical Characteristics: Rated for 7.5 amperes nominal current with a maximum initial contact resistance of 0.008 ohms.
Size 16 Removable Contact:- Materials and Finishes: Available in standard and high conductivity copper alloys, both with gold flash over nickel.
- Mechanical Characteristics: Contacts are inserted to the rear and released from the front face of the insulator. Male contacts have a 0.062 inch mating diameter.
- Electrical Characteristics: Standard contacts are rated for 28 amperes, while high conductivity contacts are rated for 40 amperes. Initial contact resistance is 0.0016 ohms for standard and 0.001 ohms for high conductivity materials.
Size 8 Removable Contact:- Materials and Finishes: Available in standard, high conductivity, high voltage, and shielded versions, with various finishes including gold over nickel.
- Mechanical Characteristics: Contacts are inserted to the rear and released from the front face of the insulator. High voltage contacts have a minimum hole diameter of 0.041 inch.
- Electrical Characteristics: High voltage contacts have a flash over voltage of 3600 V r.m.s. and a proof voltage of 2700 V r.m.s. Shielded contacts have a nominal impedance of 50 ohms and specific insertion loss and VSWR values.
PosiBand Contact Interface:- Features a two-piece design separating electrical and mechanical functions, enhancing reliability and reducing the need for annealing.
- Provides higher mechanical reliability and electrical continuity compared to traditional split tine designs.
Optional Plating Finishes:- Available in different gold thicknesses over nickel, indicated by suffixes such as "-14" and "-15".
- RoHS compliance options are available by adding "/AA" to the part number.
Additional Information: For crimp tool techniques and further details on thermocouple contacts, refer to the Application Tools section and contact Technical Sales.
Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for various connector components, including dimensions in inches and millimeters. It emphasizes that all dimensions are subject to change.
Procedures: The document outlines multiple procedures for connecting wires to contacts, including crimping and soldering methods. Each method involves trimming the cable, sliding the ferrule over the jacket, inserting the dielectric and center conductor into the barrel, and securing the connection through crimping or soldering.
Application Tools: A variety of tools are recommended for the insertion and removal of contacts, including crimping tools, automatic pneumatic crimp tools, and cycle-controlled hand crimp tools. The document provides part numbers for tool selection and emphasizes the use of Positronic tools for optimal results.
Contact Application Tools Cross Reference List: This section provides a cross-reference list for contact application tools, detailing the appropriate tools for different contact sizes and types. It includes part numbers for handles, crimp tools, positioners, insertion tools, and removal tools.
PCB Hole Sizes for Compliant Press-Fit Connectors: The document suggests printed board hole sizes for compliant press-fit connectors, with recommendations for different plating options such as tin-lead, copper, immersion tin, immersion silver, and electroless nickel/immersion gold. It provides specific drill hole sizes and finished hole sizes for each plating type.
Press-Fit User Information: Instructions are provided for installing connectors using Bi-Spring Power or Omega Signal Press-Fit terminations. The process involves inserting the connector into the PCB or backplane, seating it fully, and securing it with self-tapping screws.
Recommended Tools for Compliant Press-Fit Connectors: The document lists recommended tools for seating connectors, including connector seating tools with arbor press shafts and replacement pins for
female connectors. It specifies part numbers for different shell sizes and connector variants.