Pluggable spring-clamp connectors for rapid and reliable wiring

Enabling users to make rapid and reliable wiring installations, Farnell element14 has introduced the SP06 range of pluggable spring clamp connectors from METZ CONNECT. The 'Push In' technology allows solid core cables and stranded cables with ferrules to be inserted directly into the connector without the need for any tools. In addition to the huge time saving that can be achieved in this process the spring clamp technology also offers a 'maintenance-free' connection that is resistant to vibration. Available in 3.5mm, 3.81mm, 5mm, and 5.08mm pitches and from 2 poles – 12 poles, the connectors accept conductor sizes from 0.08sqmm up to 2.5sqmm. Customized solutions with individual pole printing and different coloured options are available. For applications where increased levels of vibration are present or additional connector security is required the SP06 series offers options with a ‘screw flange’. The screw on either side of the connector offers additional retention to the mating PCB Header to ensure that the connector cannot be accidentally disconnected. The range of mating PCB Headers are available in top and side entry versions without the screw flange. Suitable for wave solder process or for ‘through hole reflow’ (THR) solder process. THR PCB Headers from METZ CONNECT meet the IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D-MSL1 standard, says the company.