Versatile Anderson Power 3-6055P2 Connector Supporting Wire Sizes from 16 to 6 Gauge with UL Rating
Product Overview
The Anderson SB50 connectors, building on a design pioneered in 1953, are a leading standard for DC power distribution and battery connections. These two-pole connectors feature a robust one-piece plastic housing secured by stainless steel springs that hold low-resistance contacts in place. Designed for wire sizes ranging from #16 (1.5 mm) to #6 (13.3 mm), the SB50 series offers versatility with options for silver or tin-plated copper contacts, enabling UL-rated currents up to 120 amps. They are also UL-rated for hot-plugging up to 50 amps, making them ideal for applications requiring circuit interruption, such as battery systems. The SB50 connectors support wire, PCB, and busbar contacts, providing a unified connection system for diverse needs.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Anderson Power Products (APP)
- Series: SB
- Model: SB50
- Housing Material (Standard): Polycarbonate Resin
- Housing Material (Chemical Resistant): Polycarbonate / PBT blend
- Contact Spring Material: Stainless Steel
- Housing Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
- Glow Wire Test: 960C (GWFI) / 800C (GWIT)
- Contact Base Material: Copper Alloy
- Contact Plating: Silver (Ag) or Tin (Sn)
- Termination Methods: Crimp (Wire), Hand Solder (Wire/PCB), Solder Dip (PCB), Wave Solder (PCB), Wrench/Socket (Busbar)
- Certifications: UL Rated, CSA Rated
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Rating (UL 1977 CSA Wire to Wire) | 120 Amps (6 AWG) |
| Current Rating (UL 1977 Wire to PCB) | 50 Amps (6 AWG) |
| Voltage Rating (UL 1977 AC/DC) | 600 Volts |
| PCB Connector Recommended Voltage (IEC 60950-1) | Mini Vert. Contact: 522V, Mini Horiz. Contact: 504V, Standard Contact: 950V |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 2,200 Volts AC |
| Avg. Mated Contact Resistance (Wire Contacts) | 0.200 mOhms (1 1/4 of #6 AWG wire) |
| Avg. Mated Contact Resistance (PCB Contact to Contact) | 0.500 mOhms |
| UL Hot Plug Current Rating (Wire-wire, 250 cycles at 120V DC) | 50 Amps |
| UL Hot Plug Current Rating (PCB-wire, 250 cycles at 120V DC) | 40 Amps (Vertical Mini Powerclaw) |
| Wire Size Range (Wire Contacts) | #16 to #6 AWG (1.3 to 13.3 mm) |
| Max. Wire Insulation Diameter | 0.440 inches (11.200 mm) |
| Operating Temperature (Standard Housing) | -20C to 105C (-4F to 221F) |
| Operating Temperature (Chemical Resistant Housing) | -40C to 105C (-40F to 221F) |
| Mating Cycles (Silver Plated) | 10,000 |
| Mating Cycles (Tin Plated) | 1,500 |
| Avg. Mating / Unmating Force (Wire to Wire Low Force) | 10 Lbf (44 N) |
| Avg. Mating / Unmating Force (Wire to Wire High Force) | 15 Lbf (67 N) |
| Avg. Mating / Unmating Force (Standard Powerclaw to Wire) | 15 Lbf (66 N) |
| Avg. Mating / Unmating Force (Mini Powerclaw to Wire) | 8 Lbf (36 N) |
| PCB Mounting Style | Plated Through Hole |
| Max PCB Thickness (Standard) | 0.15 inches [0.381 mm] |
| Max PCB Thickness (Mini) | 0.25 inches [0.635 mm] |
| Min. Contact / Spring Retention Force (Wire Housing) | 50 Lbf (222 N) |
| Min. Creepage / [Clearance] Distance (Standard Powerclaw) | 0.374 inches (9.5 mm) |
| Min. Creepage / [Clearance] Distance (Mini Vert. Powerclaw) | 0.213 inches (5.4 mm) |
| Min. Creepage / [Clearance] Distance (Mini Horz. Powerclaw) | 0.205 inches (5.2 mm) |
| Mechanical Shock | MIL-STD-202, Condition A, 50gs |
| Vibration (High Frequency) | MIL-STD-202, Condition A, 10gs |
| Touch Safety (Wire Contacts) | IEC 60529 IP10 |
| Environmental Sealing (with Boots) | IEC 60529 IP64 |
| Creepage/Clearance per IEC 60950-1 (Material Group IIIa) | 2.99 mm |
| AMP Rating AC/DC (Series Configurations) | 50 Amps |
| Voltage Rating AC/DC (Steady State) | 250 Volts |
| Breaking Capacity - AMP Rating / Cycles | 50 Amps / 10 Cycles |
| Voltage Rating (Breaking Capacity) | 220 VDC |
| Finger Safety (Mated only) | IEC 60529 - IP20 |
| Climatic Testing | IEC 60512 Test -11j, 11i & 11g |
| Cycle Life | IEC 60512 Test 9a - 5000 Cycles |
| Mechanical Strength (Impact) | IEC 60512-5 @ 29.5 Inches - dropped 8 times |
| Temperature Range | -20 C to 105 C (-4 F to 221 F) |
| Standard Housing Colors | Yellow, Orange, Red, Gray, Blue, Green, Black |
| Chemical Resistant Housing Colors | Red, Gray, Black |
Note: All data subject to change without notice.
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