This system supports power applications up to 7.0 A requiring fire resistance in accordance with UL 94V-2. It is available in 2- to 12-circuit versions with positive-closing headers and 3- to 12-circuit versions with non-closing headers. This connector family also includes fork terminals that allow for secondary current paths to improve electrical reliability. The terminals are used with 18 AWG to 20 AWG wire. The advantages for manufacturers in the appliance, industrial, and lighting sectors lie primarily in reduced inventory and bill of materials, and consequently, lower production costs.
EdgeMate edge-to-board power connectors enable an innovative direct-to-board mounting system, eliminating the need for any additional processing. The key feature is a PCB-mountable positive locking mechanism that establishes a secure connection between the terminals and the board contacts. This allows the assembly to operate in environments exposed to high shock and vibration.
The polarized housing, in combination with the polarized crimp terminals, helps ensure that the terminals are inserted with the correct orientation—a feature not offered by any other product on the market. Furthermore, the terminals feature cantilever supports and dual contact points to enable reliable electrical connections. The result is a smaller, lighter, and more economical electrical system capable of reducing material, inventory, and manufacturing costs. The connectors are also available without a locking mechanism for greater design flexibility.
