PL-500SM-Z SERIES
Metal Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors
14 pole capacity miniature circular connector
for overmolding
PL-500SM-Z FEATURES
Ideal for front-panel instrumentation and hand-held equipment, the compact
and cost effective PL-500 Series is designed to meet the efficient packaging
demands of portable electronic devices
Packaging (intuitive, compact, configurable)
• Pulse-Lok® auto-latch / mating confirmation
• Miniature .520" diameter circular shell
• Up to 14 contact positions
Performance (for harsh environments)
• Water proof (IP-65 rated)
• Chemical resistant housing
• Up to 5,000 mating cycles (with std.
Contacts)
• High strength metal housings
• Multiple and proprietary keying options
• Available as an overmolded cable assembly
• Custom configurations available
• Factory terminated, overmolded
cable assemblies for enhanced flex
and strain relief
SPECIFICATIONS
Mechanical
Mating Cycles: 20K cycles max
Retention Force:
• Mated Connectors: 100 lbs. Minimum
• Cable to Connector: to 30 lbs. typical
• Backshell to Connector: 50 lbs.
Minimum
Environmental
Electrical (see below)
Mating Life: 5,000 cycles min.
Contact Resistance: < 10 milliohms*
• Operating Temp: -20C to +105C**
• Moisture Resistance: to IP-65 (encapsulated)
• Chem. Resistance: common OR cleaning solvents
Material
Connector Housing: Zinc Alloy, Nickel Plated
Flex Reliefs: Thermoplastic Rubber
Contacts: Brass / Bronze Alloy,
Gold Plate per MIL-G-45204
* post conditioning
** dependent on overmold material
TABLE A:
STANDARD CONTACT CONFIGURATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
Contact Size
Pin φ (mm)
Operating
Voltage max
Operating
Current Max
Contact
Resistance
Number of Poles
Max Wire Gauge
14
0.5
0.5
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
1.5
28
28
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
16
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
300 V RMS
.9 A
< 14m ohms
< 14m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 6m ohms
< 2m ohms
Up to 14
contact positions
10
1.2 A
1.8 A
2.1 A
2.1 A
2.4 A
2.4 A
3.0 A
3.0 A
3.0 A
7.0 A
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
1
Custom contact inserts are available. Consult factory.
STANDARD HOUSING OPTIONS
In-Line Receptacle Assembly
.520 φ
Panel-Mount Receptacle Assembly
In-Line Plug Assembly
.520 φ
Mounts from
back of panel
to achievce an
IP-67 seal
- .320 typ
2.05
2.00
.625 φ
Shown with overmolded strain relief
(Refer to PL Series Overmolding Guide)
Shown with Overmolded Strain Relief
(Refer to PL Series Overmolding Guide)
Panel thickness range = .063 to .125
Panel-Mount Receptacle
In-Line Plug Kit (for overmolding)
In-Line Receptacle (for overmolding)
Rear
Mount
1.43
1.02
1.35
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Standard color is black overmold with red indicator. See our online configurator for color options at: www.aldenproducts.com/configurator
* All dimensions shown in inches except where indicated
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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contact an Alden Products specialist today.
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