Miniaturisation of systems, equipment and components has always been a key issue, in line with this Hypertac has announced its new range of M12 style ­connectors. This new series enables system functionality in a design that is compact, made possible due to the company’s hyperboloid contact technology.

This series comprises 3,4,5 and 8 way contact positions along with options for over-moulded or free assembly with straight or 90 degree versions.

The key design features of the connectors include a floating female hyperboloid crimp socket within a robust connector insulator and shell. This creates an anti-vibration arrangement for safe and secure connection for all signals.

Insulator assembly within the connector is said to be simplified with a simple touch, look and feel system to ensure correct ­orientation. An identical, highly compact form factor for each version, is said to be the key to one of the highest possible ­connector to connector densities.

For the free-assembled right-angle version, an adaptable cable entry termination allows for a change to a straight version in the field without compromising the IP67 reliability.

The stamped hyperboloid 0.8mm (8 way) and 1.0mm (3/4/5 way) contact used within these system supports wire diameters of 0.03mm to 0.5mm (AWG32 to 20), and are suitable for automatic high-speed crimping systems, this is said to be key to providing process ­stability and repeatability. The 1.0mm machined contact variant also available in the 3, 4 and 5 way, supports a wide range of wire diameters, from 0.05mm to 1.00mm (AWG30 to AWG18).

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