Front-access hybrid plug-in connector delivers up to 100A

The PS3F series is suited for battery energy storage systems, UPSs and industrial machinery installed close to walls or other machines that have little clearance behind the equipment. Industrial applications include battery energy storage containers, data centres and server farms.

The hybrid PS3F series' power contacts support up to 100A with rated voltage to 1000V. The signal contacts support up to 1A per contact and interface with two of Hirose's GT8E connectors, utilising one 8 and 10 position connector (18 signal lines total). The power contact structure utilises a highly reliable clip design with bellows contacts. This blade contact structure features multiple contact points to reduce contact resistance and allow high current carrying capability. The signal lines can be configured in a daisy chain for a serial connection system.

The connector features a slim design achieved by employing a unique blade contact that supports mounting to a standard 1U rack. The hybrid connector utilises a floating structure in which the connector can adjust for misalignment during mating in X and Y directions up to ±2.5mm. This system supports blind mating for a quick and easy plug-in connection.

The PS3F series is RoHS-compliant, with an operating temperature from -40 to +105°C, a rated power voltage of 1000V and rated signal voltage 250V. The rated power contact resistance is 0.3mΩ and rated signal contact resistance is 60mΩ, with a minimum insulation resistance of 5000MΩ at 250VDC.

Rick van Weezel, Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Hirose Electric USA, commented: "The PS3F connector's plug-in design eliminates on-site cable wiring, not only reducing installation and maintenance time, but more importantly reducing worker exposure to electrical lines. The PS3F series connector also provides finger protection during assembly that meets IP2X requirements, further ensuring worker safety."