Tyco Releases 20A ET Connector For Cable To Printed Circuit Board Applications
Tyco Electronics announced the release of its new 20A ET connector. Designed for low profile power distribution units requiring a small form-factor interface, this new connector is described as a low loss, highly reliable and cost-effective solution for cable to printed circuit board (PCB) applications.
This new 20A ET connector series offers a unique feature of integrated coding contacts, which allows different electronic functions such as sense and enable to be designed into the PDU electronics, with activation on full insertion of the cable connector. The cable connector uses crimp contacts from the industry proven "Standard Power Timer" range with current ratings of 20A with 2.5mm² cable. Contacts accepting cable with a cross-sectional area of 4mm² with a 35A rating are also planned.
Tyco Electronics’ 20A ET cable connectors are available in trays with contacts on reels for customer assembly or fully assembled to specific customer requirements. A right angle pick-n-place PCB mount version, which stands less than 8mm above the PCB, is currently available. A vertical mount version is currently in development with production samples expected for release in November, 2008.
