Amphenol
Amphenol Alden Products Company
PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors
14 pole capacity miniature power connector
for overmolding
The compact PL-900 is available in
several power circuit configurations for
industrial and medical electronic appli-
cations. This connector series is ideal
for applications where safety, ease of
use, and exposure to hostile environ-
ments are of primary consideration.
Packaging (intuitive, compact, configurable)
• Pulse-Lok auto-latch/quick-release
mechanism confirms continuity
• Concealed Contacts meet IEC and UL
safety specifications
• Press & Seal contact system
PL-900SM-N FEATURES
• Available as a rugged overmolded
cable assembly
• Polarized Housing eliminates
missmating
• Up to 14 standard color
combinations for coding
Performance (for harsh environments)
• Water Proof, seals to cable
• Impact Resistant plastic housing
• Chemical Resistant
• Shock Proof housing design
• High Performance flex relief extends
cable life and strain relief
Electrical (see below)
Mating Life: 5,000 cycles min.
High Current Ratings per UL/ANSI/EIA
Dielectric Withstand Voltage: 2200V RMS
(Contact to Contact, Contact to Outer
Housing)
Insulation Resistance: Per ANSI/EIA-364-14
Material
Connector Housing: PL 900SM-N = Nylon
Flex Reliefs: TPR
Contacts: Pins = Brass, Sockets = Bronze Alloy
Contact Plating: Gold per MIL-G-45204C
Mechanical
Mating Cycles: 20K cycles max
Retention Force:
• Mated Connectors: 50 lbs. Minimum
• Cable to Connector: to 50 lbs. typical
• Contact Barrel Wire Size: #12 to #22
• Contact Isolation: Probe @ 7lb. Per IEC 60601-1
Environmental
• Operating Temp: -20C to +105C
• Moisture Resistance: IP-67 (IEC)
• Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 (PL-900SM-V only- see
Table B)
• Chemical Resistance: Common industrial solvents
(consult factory)
• Sterilizable (PL-900SM-N only- see Table B)
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE A:
Number of Poles
14
12
10
7
3
Contact Size
Pin
φ
(mm)
0.7
0.7
0.7
1.5
2.4
STANDARD CONTACT CONFIGURATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
Rated Voltage
600V AC/DC
600V AC/DC
600V AC/DC
600V AC/DC
600V AC/DC
Contact
Resistance
< 10m ohms
< 10m ohms
< 10m ohms
< 10m ohms
< 10m ohms
Up to 14
contact positions
Max Wire Gauge Rated Current
22
22
22
16
12
5
5
5
15
30
In-Line Receptacle Assembly
.90
φ
Panel-Mount Receptacle Assembly
Mounts from
back of panel
to achievce an
IP-67 seal
STANDARD HOUSING OPTIONS
.90
φ
In-Line Plug Assembly
3.19
Shown with overmold flex relief
(Refer to PLSeries Overmolding Guide)
Panel thickness range = .063 to .250
1.00
φ
- .460 typ
2.90
Shown with overmolded flex relief
(Refer to PL Series Overmolding Guide)
In-Line Receptacle (for overmolding)
Panel-Mount Receptacle
In-Line Plug (for overmolding)
Select this component from Table B
2.31
1.00 typ.
Select this component from Table B
2.0 typ.
Select this component from Table B
Connector housings are illustrated in blue with gray couplers and backshells. Standard color is black on black. See our online configurator for color
options at:
www.aldenproducts.com/configurator
All dimensions shown in inches.
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
© 2004 Alden Products Company
“Pulse-Lok” is a trademark of Alden Products Company US Patents 5,067,909 , 5,167,522 , & International Patents apply. Other Patents Pending.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors
TABLE B:
Panel-Mount Receptacle
340294
340266
340238
340224
340210
14 Pole Capacity for High Power Applications
STANDARD PART NUMBERS
In-Line Plug
340112
340084
340056
340028
340000
Number of
Poles
14
12
10
7
3
In-Line Receptacle
340196
340182
340168
340154
340140
Note: Part numbers cover black housings in Key 1 configuration. For other color and housing options utilize the Alden connector
configurator located @
www.aldenproducts.com/configurator
Options Include:
Housing Color Options
Mating Key Options
Standard Panel-Mount Thickness
Contact Termination
Black, Gray, White, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow
2 Standard Keys, Proprietary Keys Available
.187”
Standard contact is equipped with a MIL crimp barrel suitable for soldering
Panel-Mount, Cut-Out Template
φ
.880
Assembly Instructions
Available at:
Al-PL900-03 In-Line Plug for overmolding
AI-PL900-02 Panel-Mount Receptacle
www.aldenproducts.com
1.05
φ
Mounting
ring footprint
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY TOOLS
.775
In-Line Plug
2
1
In-Line
Item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Plug
Alden P/N
390057
T-831
390020
T-706
390040
390041
390035
390032
390031
390030
1 Plug Core
2 Plug Housing Assembly
Description
22AWG Insertion Tool
16AWG Insertion Tool
12AWG Insertion Tool
Loading Nest
Pneumatic Crimper
Stand for Pneumatic
Crimper
Hand Crimper
Size - #12 Crimp Die
Size - #16 Crimp Die
Size - #22 Crimp Die
Description
22AWG Insertion Tool
16AWG Insertion Tool
12AWG Insertion Tool
Loading Nest
Insertion Tool
Pneumatic Crimper
Stand for Pneumatic
Crimper
Hand Crimper
Size - #12 Crimp Die
Size - #16 Crimp Die
Size - #22 Crimp Die
Application
Pin to Plug Core
Pin to Plug Core
Pin to Plug Core
Plug Core Support Base
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Application
Socket to Receptacle Core
Socket to Receptacle Core
Socket to Receptacle Core
Receptacle Core Support Base
Receptacle Core to Housing
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
Contact Termination Tool
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Disposable Receptacle
2
1
1 Receptacle Housing
2 Pin Insert
Receptacle
Item
Alden P/N
1
390056
2
T-831
3
390020
4
T-705
5
T-701
6
390040
7
390041
8
9
10
11
390035
390032
390031
390030
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
© 2004 Alden Products Company
“Pulse-Lok” is a trademark of Alden Products Company US Patents 5,067,909 , 5,167,522 , & International Patents apply. Other Patents Pending.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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ACCESSORIES
PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors
14 Pole Capacity for High Power Applications
ACCESSORIES
Protective Connective Caps (IP-67 Seal Rating)
Panel-Mount Receptacle
Nylon tether locks into panel
washer
In-Line Receptacle
Wire tether with cable loop
Panel 1
In-Line Plug
Wire tether with cable loop
107522-88
107523-88
Part numbers cover black cap moldings - gray optional.
Panel-Mount Receptacle Dust Cover
Panel-Mount Receptacle Dust Cover -
The PL-900 Series receptacle dust cover protects the
receptacles contact system from dust, moisture, and
mechanical stress when the connector pair is disen-
gaged. When secured the dust cover will provide an
IP-67 environmental seal. The cover is equipped with
a tether for security.
107521-88
Alden P/N 107522-01
Standard color is black. Gray optional
Plug Soaking Cap
Alden P/N 107521-01
Standard color is black. Gray optional
Plug Soaking Cap -
The PL-900 Series Plug Soaking Cap is
designed to protect the plug's contact system
when a cable assembly is being cleaned or not
in use. The soaking cap locks onto the plug
providing an IP-67 seal that is ideal for soaking
in liquid disinfectants. The soaking cap can be
permanently attached to a cable assembly by
means of a light weight tether.
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
© 2004 Alden Products Company
“Pulse-Lok” is a trademark of Alden Products Company US Patents 5,067,909 , 5,167,522 , & International Patents apply. Other Patents Pending.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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