High Density Connectors feature self-cleaning wiping action.
Press Release Summary:
Intended for test applications requiring frequent mating and unmating, Series HDL Connectors are interchangeable with ZIF connectors, feature Hypertac socket, and provide minimum of 100,000 mating cycles. They are available in 60, 96, and 156 way contact sizes and come with back shell incorporating universal cable clamp and half-turn quick-mate device. Units feature cable gland/strain relief, polarization, and immunity to shock and vibration.
Original Press Release:
Hypertac Technology is a Drop-In Replacement for ZIF Connectors
Hudson, MA (November 2004) - Specifically designed for test applications requiring frequent mating and unmating, Hypertronics introduces its new HDL high density connectors. HDL connectors are interchangeable with existing ZIF connectors and feature the unique Hypertac socket, providing a self cleaning wiping action and a minimum of 100,000 mating cycles.
Its unrivalled reliability makes the HDL connector ideal for applications such as rack & panel, cable and programming for a variety of markets, but in particular for aerospace testing, medical equipment and industrial test / burn-in applications.
HDL connectors are available in 60, 96 156 way contact sizes and come with a back shell incorporating a universal cable clamp and half turn quick mate device. Other features include very low insertion and extraction forces, polarisation, cable gland / strain relief, low contact resistance, high current ratings and immunity to shock & vibration.
About Hypertronics Corporation
Hypertronics, based in Hudson, Massachusetts, has been a leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of specialty connectors for the electronics industry since 1970. Its Hypertac technology is renowned for delivering unfailing performance in high-reliability applications. Market segments that demand this superior performance include medical, military, test and measurement and industrial. The company offers a wide range of standard catalog products as well as custom-designed connectors for more specific application needs and performance requirements. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Smiths Group (UK:SMIN), a $5 billion multinational company headquartered in London, UK. More information about Hypertronics products can be found at www.hypertronics.com
About Smiths Interconnect
Smiths Interconnect, a division of Smiths Group, is a global provider of electronic application specific components and sub-systems for the electronics interconnect, telecommunications, medical, industrial, aerospace as well as military and satellite markets worldwide.
Smiths Interconnect businesses comprise of; EMC Technology, Florida RF Labs, Hypertac, LEA International, PolyPhaser, Radio Waves, Sabritec, Summitek Instruments, TECOM Industries, Times Microwave Systems, TRAK Microwave, Transtector Systems, Smiths Interconnect Shanghai and Smiths Interconnect Japan. Each business is a leader in its field and trades under their own strong brand name.
For further information:
Tom Kannally: Global Industry Director, Medical, Hypertronics
Tel.: 978-568-0451, Email: tkannally@hypertronics.com
Kimberly Otte: Marketing Communications Manager, Hypertronics
Tel.: 978-568-0451, Email: Kimberly.otte@hypertronics.com
