TE Connectivity (TE) announces its new low-profile, surface-mount technology (SMT) releasable poke-in wire connectors. Addressing the trend for increased simplicity of wire termination and ease of proper assembly, TE’s new solderless connectors simplify multiple wire terminations using poke-in technology. Their unique release mechanism allowing for multiple wire insertions often required for component testing, final assembly and field/factory service. The wires can be replaced without complex disassembly or damage to the release mechanism during activation.
These new connectors are available in 1, 2 and 3 positions and accept 18, 20 and 22 AWG solid and stranded wires. The low-profile design has a flat top surface that allows for SMT vacuum pick-up. Rounded corners minimize light obstruction and shadowing. The connectors are available in tape and reel packaging for high-speed SMT and thru-hole processing.
The connectors operate at temperatures from minus 40 Celsius up to 130 Celsius, have current ratings of 9A on 18 AWG wire (5A on 20 – 22 AWG wires), and can withstand voltages up to 600VAC/DC. They feature RoHS compliant and UL 94 V0 rated high-temperature-resistant thermoplastic material. Their contacts are constructed using a high-conductivity copper alloy with tin over nickel plating. Redundant SMT pads prevent peeling and are side-by-side stackable with pads on 4mm centers.
The SMT releasable poke-in connectors are best used in LED lighting controls, general illumination LED modules for fixtures, interconnecting strings of printed circuit board based LED light modules, and various non-lighting applications that require connecting wire leads to printed circuit boards.