Harsh-environment connector for outdoor power

Binder offers the 696-series Harsh-Environment Connector (HEC) for outdoor use in extreme weather, humidity, dust, contact with liquids, extreme temperatures, or vibrations. The power connector was engineered for versatile power supply in low- and high-voltage segments under harsh conditions. Its compact design supports the supply of equipment or assemblies, including drive units, in confined spaces. Also, the bayonet quick-locking mechanism, which can be closed or opened just by pushing and turning, saves installation time. In hybrid design, power and simultaneous signal coupling is achievable particularly efficiently with one single mating.

The HEC's target applications are plants in process industries, including chemical and non-contact food technology, conveyor systems, and machines in agriculture, construction, or mining and surface mining. To withstand the typical mechanical, chemical, and climatic impacts, components of the series – cable connectors and square panel mount parts – are also provided with protective fittings. Therefore, the power interface at the connector meets the necessities of protection degree IP68 – and IP69K when mated. The integrated sealing function protects all wires placed in the protective fitting according to IP67.

The 5- to 12-pin connectors are created for rated voltages from 60V to 600V and rated currents from 3A to 32A. They work reliably at operating temperatures from -40C to +100C, are UV-, oil- and fuel-resistant, and are vibration-proof thanks to a crimp connection. This non-detachable, solderless mechanical connection technology provides a particularly tight fit of the wire to the terminating part of the contact.

Cable parts measure 36mm in diameter, panel mount parts 40mm x 40mm. The series components are VDE-approved and UL-approved. Their mechanical strength is reflected in the lifespan of the connectors, which reaches more than 1000 mating cycles in cases of the 5- and 8-pin connectors and more than 500 mating cycles with the 12-pin parts.