


In October 1963, AMP (now TE Connectivity) introduced the Mate-n-Lok connector. Molex Disk Drive Power Connection System tool and connectors Because the pins have a large contact surface area and fit tightly, these connectors are typically used for power. The 1.57 mm pin can carry 5 A of current, while the 2.36 mm can carry 8.5 A. Pins and sockets can be arranged in any combination in a single housing, and each housing can be either male or female. The connector typically has 2 to 24 contacts and is polarized or keyed to ensure correct orientation. The pins and sockets are held in a rectangular matrix in a nylon shell. In such a connector, cylindrical spring-metal pins fit into cylindrical spring-metal sockets. First used in home appliances, other industries soon began designing it into their products from automobiles to vending machines to minicomputers. Molex developed and patented the first examples of this connector style in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Pioneered by Molex Connector Company, the two-piece design became an early electronic standard. Molex connector is the vernacular term for a two-piece pin and socket interconnection. Headers, eliminating the need for customers to make major revisions or investments in their applications.AMP Mate-n-Lok and Molex Standard 0.093-inch pin and socket power connectors Mini-Fit TPA2 Receptacles are backward compatible with Mini-Fit Jr. Mini-Fit TPA2 Connectors prevent end-product failure by offering terminal position assurance (TPA), which reduces terminal back-out by providing locking redundancy. The impact of terminal back-outs can result in liability costs to manufacturers and harm to individuals. Incorrectly assembled connectors can lead to terminal back-outs, causing end-product failure. Furthermore, they feature flanges that help “gather” the mating receptacle for more accurate mating.

Mini-Fit BMI Connectors allow misalignment and provide up to 2.54mm of float between mating surfaces for easy blind-mate connections.
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and Mini-Fit Plus Connectors are compatible with each other, including with Mini-Fit TPA2 and Mini-Fit BMI Components, bringing flexibility to the toughest design dilemmas.Ĭustomers with blind mate applications require connectors that make assembly easier, protect against mis-mating and prevent potential damage to terminals. To meet these needs, Mini-Fit Jr., Mini-Fit Plus, Mini-Fit Blind-Mate Interface (BMI) and Mini-Fit TPA2 Connectors offer polarized housings with isolated terminals, positive locks and low-engagement forces. Provides excellent support for the rubber cap that mounts around the back of the housingĪllows for accurate mating to standard Mini-Fit 4.2 Power ConnectorsĪ wide range of OEMs require high-current, high-density power connectors that also support design flexibility. Provides safety, and stability of housing to the pane Panel mount ears recommended panel cut-outs for 0.89mm to 3.00mm thick panels panel cut-out tolerances +0.10mm:

Provides safety for the terminals during packing and assembly insertion Mini-Fit Sigma Offer redundant, secondary current paths for long-term performance and reliability Prevents accidental unmating Mini-Fit BMI ConnectorsĪllows 2.54mm misalignment in x and y axis for all configurations Mini-Fit Maxĭelivers more power per linear inch and square millimeter than other mid-range power connectors Enables operator to mate connectors in hard to reach areasĮnsures header and receptacle cannot be mismatedĮasy to operate thumb latch assures connectors are fully mated
