Overview
The 8D125W07SA connector, produced by Souriau-Sunbank by Eaton, is part of the 8D Power Series designed to meet the most stringent military and aerospace requirements. These connectors are engineered to handle high power and provide superior shielding, making them ideal for harsh environment applications. The 8D series connectors are built with a MIL-DTL-38999 series III shell style, ensuring a self-locking system that prevents disconnection under high vibration conditions.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Shell Size | Available in various sizes including 17, 19, 21, 23, and 25 |
| Interface | D38999/EN3645 |
| Contact Type | Crimp or bus bar contacts available |
| Current Rating | Up to 850 A at 40°C |
| Materials and Platings | Available in 5 high-end materials and 5 platings, including Zn Ni for RoHS compliance |
| EMI Shielding | Provided for power solutions |
| Vibration Resistance | Designed to withstand very high vibration and rough handling |
| Mating Indication | Visual mating indication |
Key Features
- High Power Handling: Capable of handling up to 850 A at 40°C, making them suitable for high-power applications.
- Self-Locking System: Ensures the connector remains secure even under high vibration conditions.
- EMI Shielding: Provides effective shielding for power solutions, reducing electromagnetic interference.
- Visual Mating Indication: Offers visual confirmation of proper mating, enhancing reliability and ease of use.
- Corrosion Resistance: Available in Zn Ni plating, which is a cost-effective and compliant alternative to cadmium, qualified by US Defense standards.
- High Vibration Resistance: Designed with a double flange version to withstand very high vibration and protect against micro-cuts and contact breaking.
- Contact Protection: Features contact protection and metallic retention clip technology for enhanced durability.
Applications
The 8D125W07SA connector is primarily used in military, aerospace, and other harsh environment applications. These include:
- Aerospace and defense systems requiring high reliability and durability.
- High-power electrical systems in aircraft, vehicles, and other military equipment.
- Industrial applications where high vibration and harsh conditions are prevalent, such as in the energy and transportation sectors).
Q & A
- What is the 8D125W07SA connector designed for?
The 8D125W07SA connector is designed to meet the harshest military and aerospace requirements, handling high power and providing superior shielding.
- What are the available shell sizes for the 8D series connectors?
The 8D series connectors are available in shell sizes 17, 19, 21, 23, and 25.
- What is the maximum current rating of the 8D series connectors?
The 8D series connectors can handle up to 850 A at 40°C.
- Do the 8D series connectors offer EMI shielding?
Yes, the 8D series connectors provide EMI shielding for power solutions.
- What materials and platings are available for the 8D series connectors?
The connectors are available in 5 high-end materials and 5 platings, including Zn Ni for RoHS compliance.
- How do the 8D series connectors handle high vibration?
The connectors are designed with a self-locking system and metallic retention clip technology to withstand high vibration and rough handling.
- What is the significance of the visual mating indication in the 8D series connectors?
The visual mating indication provides confirmation of proper mating, enhancing reliability and ease of use.
- Are the 8D series connectors RoHS compliant?
Yes, the Zn Ni plating option makes the 8D series connectors RoHS compliant and qualified by US Defense standards.
- In which industries are the 8D series connectors commonly used?
The connectors are commonly used in aerospace, defense, energy, and transportation sectors where harsh environment conditions are prevalent.
- What is the benefit of the double flange version in the 8D PCB connectors?
The double flange version is designed to withstand very high vibration, protect against micro-cuts, and prevent contact breaking.