Amphenol FC422P9AA Connector for High Wattage Power Supplies and Signal I O in Military Applications
Product Overview
The Positronic SP Max series offers rugged power and signal connectors specifically developed for demanding applications in military, space, satellite, and commercial air sectors. These connectors feature precision-machined shells that provide EMI/RFI protection and can accommodate a variety of contact sizes (#12, #16, #18, and #22) within a single connector. Designed for performance compatibility with EN4165, ESA/ESCC-3401, and DO-160 standards, the SP Max series ensures reliable operation in harsh environments, including ground-based, air/space transport, deep space, and planetary-based communications. Key applications include power and signal I/O, LRUs, battery and solar power distribution, and high-wattage switchable power supplies.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Positronic
- Series: SP Max
- Performance Level: Mil/Aero
- Spaceflight Qualifications: FAR-25-853(a), FAR-25-855(d)
- RoHS Compliance: Yes (by default)
- Insulator Material: LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer)
- Insulator Color: Black
- Flammability Rating: UL 94V-0
- Contact Material: Copper alloy
- Contact Plating: Gold flash (0.76m Au min), 1.27m Au (min)
- Shell Material: Aluminum
- Contact Retention Mechanism: Metal clip, Press-in
- Mating Cycles: 500
- Blind Mating Allowance: Up to 2mm offset
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| General Information | connectpositronic.com |
| Part Number Prefix | SM |
| Insulator Resistance | 2.5 G |
| Proof Voltage (rms) | Up to 2200V |
| Working Voltage (rms) | Up to 600V |
| Initial Contact Resistance | As low as 0.5 m |
| Contact Current Rating (at 30C Temperature Rise) | Size 12: 27A (Standard), 35A (High Conductivity) Size 16: 15A (Standard), 21A (High Conductivity) Size 18: 13A (Standard), 17A (High Conductivity) Size 22: 3A |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Body Style | Free cable, Panel mount |
| Insulator Construction | One-piece |
| Locking System | Optional |
| Contact Style | Fixed, Removable |
| Contact Size | #22, #18, #16, #12 |
| Female Contact Design | Closed entry |
| Contact Retention Force | 27N to 67N (6 lbs to 15 lbs) |
| Contact Termination | Wire, PCB |
| Operating Temperature | -55 to 175C |
| Shell Size X Dimensions (A x B x C x D) | 18.00 [.709] x 46.00 [1.811] x 40.00 [1.575] x 38.00 [1.496] |
| Shell Size S Dimensions (A x B x C x D) | 40.00 [1.574] x 68.00 [2.678] x 62.00 [2.441] x 60.00 [2.363] |
| Shell Size M Dimensions (A x B x C x D) | 65.00 [2.362] x 93.00 [3.662] x 87.00 [3.426] x 85.00 [3.347] |
| Contact Layouts | Refer to page 4 for details (e.g., A033 (6) #12, A049 (6) #16, etc.) |
| Termination Types | Straight solder, Right angle solder, Press-fit |
| Contact Termination Codes | 30 (Straight solder), 38 (Straight solder, high conductivity), 40 (Right angle solder), 48 (Right angle solder, high conductivity), 63 (Right angle press-fit), 93 (Straight press-fit) |
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