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Positronic Power Connection Systems
Product Overview
Positronic's Power Connection Systems (PCS) offer reliable and high-performance interconnect solutions for a wide range of applications. Founded in 1966, Positronic leverages extensive experience in connector development, including contributions to international specifications. The PCS series is known for its robust design, including a Large Surface Area (LSA) contact mating system that separates mechanical and electrical functions for superior performance and low contact resistance. Key features include sequential mating options, discriminating locking systems, and a variety of configurations for board-to-board, board-to-cable, and cable-to-cable connections. These connectors are manufactured with vertically integrated processes, ensuring quality from raw materials to finished products.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Positronic
- Origin: USA (Headquarters), Puerto Rico, France, China, Singapore, India
- Certifications/Qualifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS9100, MIL-STD-790, MIL-DTL-24308, AS39029, DSCC 85039, MIL-DTL-28748, Space D32, GSFC S-311-P-4, GSFC S-311-P-10, UL Recognized (File # E49351), CUL Recognized (File # E49351)
- Environmental Compliance: RoHS Compliant available (/AA suffix)
- ITAR Registered: Yes
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Contact Sizes | 20, 16, 12, 8 |
| Contact Resistance (Standard) | 0.0016 ohms max. (Size 16), 0.001 ohms max. (Size 12/8 Power) |
| Contact Resistance (High Conductivity) | 0.0007 ohms max. (Size 16), 0.0003 ohms max. (Size 12/8 Power) |
| Insulation Resistance | 5 G ohms min. |
| Voltage Proof | 2000 V rms (PCS Series), 3000 V rms (Safety Shroud), 3750 V rms (Power Input) |
| Working Voltage | 600 VAC (PCS Series), 600 VAC (Safety Shroud), 1250 VAC (Power Input) |
| Working Temperature | -55C to +125C |
| Mechanical Operations | 500 operations |
| Contact Retention (Removable) | 15 lbs. [67N] (Size 16), 20 lbs. [89N] (Size 12 Power) |
| Contact Retention (Fixed) | 6 lbs. [26N] (Size 16), 10 lbs. [44N] (Size 8 Power) |
| Current Rating (Standard) | Up to 40A (Size 12), Up to 18A (PCS Series Size 20), Up to 32A (PCS Series Size 12) |
| Current Rating (High Conductivity) | Up to 55A (Size 12 Power), Up to 24A (PCS Series Size 20), Up to 42A (PCS Series Size 12) |
| Series Examples | PCS Series (PLA, PLB, PLC), Safety Shroud, Power Input, PCS Mixed Density |
| Termination Types | Crimp, Solder (Straight/Right Angle), Press-in (Compliant) |
| Mounting Styles | Board Mount (Straight/Right Angle), Panel Mount, Cable Mount |
| Sequential Mating | Available (contact technical sales for options) |
| Material (Insulator) | Glass-filled polyester, UL 94V-0 |
| Material (Contacts) | Copper alloy (Standard), Tellurium copper (High Conductivity) |
| Plating Options | Gold flash over nickel, 0.000030" gold over nickel, 0.000050" gold over nickel |
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