Miniature Cylindrical Connectors are RoHS compliant.
Press Release Summary:
Available in shell sizes 6-24, PT Series features 5 key/keyway polarization with bayonet lock coupling to ensure positive mating with no chance of cross plugging. Spring tension provided by wave washer in coupling nut maintains interfacial seal between mating halves. Manufactured with aluminum shell components, connectors include molded neoprene insert and main joint gaskets, as well as machined copper alloy pins and sockets, which are gold-plated to eliminate contact corrosion.
Original Press Release:
RoHS-Compliant Miniature Cylindrical Connectors Now Available From Amphenol Industrial Operations
Sidney, NY, May 2006 - Amphenol Industrial Operations, a manufacturer of high reliability connectors and interconnection systems for industrial markets, has released the RoHS-compliant version of its PT Series miniature cylindrical connectors ahead of the July 1, 2006 compliance date. Design versatility combined with highly reliable performance make the PT Series connectors ideal for environmental sealing or pressurized applications across a wide range of industries.
Amphenol has reduced or, where feasible, eliminated regulated hazardous substances from these connectors. The RoHS-compliant PT Series connectors are available in shell sizes six through 24. Standard shell styles include wall mount receptacle, cable receptacle, box mount receptacle, jam nut receptacle, thru-bulkhead receptacle, and straight plug.
Amphenol's PT Series connectors feature a dependable five key/keyway polarization with bayonet lock coupling to ensure positive mating with no chance of cross plugging. They are manufactured with rugged aluminum shell components. In addition, spring tension provided by a wave washer in the coupling nut firmly maintains the interfacial seal between mating halves. Other key features include molded neoprene insert and main joint gaskets for excellent moisture sealing at the gasket and superior electrical isolation of the contact in the insert, as well as machined copper alloy pins and sockets, which are gold plated to eliminate contact corrosion and offer an indefinite shelf life.
The PT Series is intermateable and intermountable with Amphenol's other miniature cylindrical connectors series, including the SP and MS/PT Series of connectors.
Pricing for a mated pair starts at $16. Delivery is eight to ten weeks ARO factory direct or one to two weeks ARO from distributors, based on part number availability.
For more information, please visit www.amphenol-industrial.com or contact Teresa Washington Product Manager, Amphenol Industrial Operations, Amphenol Corporation, 40-60 Delaware Ave, Sidney, NY, 13838-1395. Tel: 607/563-5603; Fax: 607/563-5157; E-mail: twashington@amphenol-aio.com; Web: www.amphenol-industrial.com.
READER SERVICE INQUIRIES: Please forward all reader service inquiries to Judy Ogden at Amphenol Industrial Operations, Amphenol Corporation, 40-60 Delaware Ave, Sidney, NY, 13838-1395.
Amphenol Industrial Operations, headquartered in a 675,000 square foot facility in Sidney, NY, provides a full range of high reliability connectors and interconnection systems specifically for the industrial markets including base stations, rail/mass transit, process control, automotive manufacturing, heavy equipment, and petrochemical/power generation. Products include ruggedized-for-industry cylindrical, fiber optic, rectangular, and industrialized versions of Amphenol's MIL-C-5015 cylindrical, MIL-C-26482 miniature cylindrical and GT reverse bayonet cylindrical connectors. It employs more than 1,400 people and is both ISO9001 and MIL-STD-790 certified. Amphenol Industrial Operations is a division of Amphenol Corporation, Wallingford, CT, one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world, with year 2004 sales topping $1.5 billion.
