The spacing between the contacts of the PZN connector is set at 25 1/1000 of an inch, and the design uses both male and female contacts on the same polarized insulator. The contacts are flexible beryllium copper pin systems with nickel and gold plating to ensure long-term performance.
Teflon®-insulated, 32-gauge stranded copper wire offers maximum interconnect system flexibility. The insulating housing design aids interface mating and alignment. Most applications include surface-mounted or through-hole plate designs coupled to fine-wire plug assemblies. Contact counts typically range from 4 to 12 positions and can be configured on a variety of standard backplate types, as well as modified to meet customer requirements. The latest design has been increased to 24 positions to accommodate unique high-signal count circuits in miniature portable circuits.
Current applications benefiting from extreme miniaturization include military surveillance circuits with cameras (for portable and remote weapon systems), laptops (for remote mission systems), robotic hands, retractable arms, and even ground-controlled robotics benefit from its rugged, space-saving design. Only one design is specifically targeted at background electronic measurement technology. Modern medical designers are increasingly using the PZN format to pack more electronics into smaller devices used for patient monitoring and service delivery. Other potential applications using PZN connectors include control circuits for laser tools and portable orthotics. Custom connector designs and solid models are available upon request. Miniature wiring can be custom-designed by Omnetics or selected by the customer to meet electrical requirements and fit the small size of the connectors.
