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2-Piece Power Connectors

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Quick Reference Guide

2-Piece Power Connectors

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING POWER CONNECTORS

Application. Does the application require a board-to-board, wire-to-board, wire-to-wire, bus bar, card edge

or a combination of these types of connectors?

Current and Voltage. Does the connector require power only, or a combination of power and signal?

How much current is required in the application? Keep in mind that power connector performance is

typically measured in amperes (or amps). The voltage is also very important as it defines the spacing

between the contacts.

Hot-Pluggability. Will the application be mated while under electrical load? If so, a hot-pluggable connector

is required. Many of the products in this guide have been approved for use in hot-plug applications.

TYPICAL POWER CONNECTOR APPLICATIONS

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