Vertical D-Subminiature Connectors suit SMT applications.
Press Release Summary:
Vertical SMD female D-Subs are compatible with fully automatic pick-and-place operations. Insulator body, made of LCP thermoplastic, is designed for soldering with SMT soldering processes, and metal mounting bracket relieves strains from plug-in, removal, and cable handling. Products meet requirements for lead-free soldering in accordance with RoHS specifications and are offered in 6.3 or 9.0 mm heights with 9, 15, 25, or 37 positions.
Original Press Release:
ERNI Offers Vertical RoHS-Compliant D-Sub Connectors
Economical Interface Solutions for SMT Applications
Midlothian, VA -January 5, 2005 - ERNI is expanding its offering of SMT D-Subminiature connectors by adding vertical D-Subs for SMT applications. The vertical SMT D-Subs complement the existing right angle male and female SMT, press-fit, and through hole reflow (THR) D-Subs. They are the result of a complete product line redesign by ERNI.
The new D-subs help ERNI's customers reduce printed-circuit-board assembly costs by enabling them to simulatneously process vertical D-Subs in the same SMT production line used for other SMT components. This eliminates or reduces additional processing steps.
Designed for production efficiency and reliability
For fully automatic pick-and-place, the new vertical D-sub connectors are delivered with tray or tape-on-reel packaging that is well suited for automated processing. A large, integrated suction hood enables easy and reliable pick-up with the vacuum pipette during mounting. The insulator body is made of high-temperature-resistant LCP thermoplastic, and is designed for soldering with all commonly used SMT soldering processes. Together with the tin-plated terminals, the black insulator body and black suction hood offer strong contrast for reliable optical recognition.
For increased reliability, a metal mounting bracket with a large surface relieves the strains arising from plug-in, removal, and cable handling. Furthermore, the integrated interlock hardware accessories ensure reliable fastening of the cable housings on the connector.
The new generation of D-Sub connectors is suitable for conventional tin/lead soldering and already meets the requirements for lead-free soldering in accordance with the RoHS specifications. These lead-free soldering requirements will be mandatory beginning in July 2006.
Choice of heights and positions
The new connectors are available with overall heights of 6.3mm or 9.0mm in compliance with DIN 41652 and CECC 75301-802 specifications. They are available with 9, 15, 25 or 37 positions. The contacts are gold-plated in the mating area and tin-plated in the termination area.
Pricing and Availability
The vertical SMD 9 position female D-Subs with bolts and jackscrews installed are priced at $1.50 each in volume.
ABOUT ERNI
ERNI Elektroapparate GmbH, a German member company of the international ERNI Holding Group, was established in 1956 and is headquartered in Adelberg (near Göppingen). ERNI develops and manufactures a wide variety of connectors for backplane and printed circuit board applications. The system technology business unit develops and produces customer-specific printed circuit board systems and backplanes. ERNI is a globally active enterprise with branch offices in Europe, North America and Asia. ERNI products are also marketed via a network of representatives and leading distributors. Further information is available at www.erni.com.
COMPANY CONTACTS
Company Contact -- North America:
ERNI Electronics
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ERNI Elektroapparate GmbH
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Germany
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Email : info@erni.de
Agency Contact -- Europe:
MEXPERTS AG
Rolf Bach
Tel.: + 49-(0) 89 897361/14
Email : rolf.bach@mexperts.de
Company Contact -- Asia/Pacific:
ERNI Asia Holding Pte Ltd
Y H Koh
Tel.: +65 6 555 5885
Fax +65 6 555 5995
Email : info@erni-asia.com
