Expanded range of harsh environment connectors available now

Foremost Electronics now offers the availability of the latest additions to the Binder 696 Series of HEC series of connectors created specifically for outdoor use. A new power connector devised to handle up to 32A at a rated voltage of 600V is offered in both cable and panel mount formats and comes with 4+PE silver-plated male or female contacts. The panel-mount version is furnished with a hinged waterproof and dustproof cover for highest protection when not mated. Designed for fast and simple assembly, the female connector protects to IP67/IPX9K and can be provided with 4+PE, 8 (4+3+PE) and 12 silver-plated contacts and offers crimp termination. The contacts are further rated up to 32A at 600V. Alan Vincent, sales director of Foremost comments: “Binder lead the way in supplying high-quality, high-reliability connectors to support the increasing use of electronic equipment being used outdoors and in harsh environments. These additions to their range offer designers more rugged and reliable interconnection solutions.”