TE expands board-connector-portfolio with SMC connector series
TE Connectivity has announced their latest AMP SMC essential connector with a 1.27 mm pitch. It complements the existing fine pitch portfolio and, thanks to various configurations, offers developers and designers a wide range of options to tailor their board-to-board and board-to-wire solutions even better to the requirements of the various applications.
With the AMP SMC essential connector, TE is responding to specific requirements of its customers and offering a tailored solution. The AMP SMC delivers the level of performance required for most customer applications while still supporting:
• High-current-carrying capacity (up to 1.7 A)
• Temperature resistance up to 125 °C.
• Vibration and shock requirements that comply with IEC 60603, Class 2
The AMP SMC essential connector fits efficiently into TE’s product portfolio for 1.27 mm pitch board-to-board and board-to-wire connectors. It complements TE’s established ERNI SMC connector, which also features a 1.27 mm pitch, but is engineered to meet high vibration and shock requirements as well as a higher number of mating cycles. It is specifically designed for demanding and harsh environments. The vibration and shock performance complies with IEC 60603, class 1.
Both connectors from TE – the newly developed AMP SMC essential connector as well as the ERNI SMC connector provide high contact reliability thanks to double-sided spring contacts. Locating pegs increase mechanical strength. The polarisation of both connector series improves secured mating. Lead-in chamfers simplify assembly and support a high misalignment tolerance of ±0.7 mm, especially during blind mating, e.g., in areas that are difficult to access.
