Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Rectangular Heavy Duty Connector (HDC)?
An HDC connector is a rectangular, robust industrial connector designed to transmit power, data and signal in the harsh environment applications.
What are the appropriate applications for Rectangular Heavy Duty Connectors (HDC)?
Typical applications include robotics, automation, machinery, rail and power applications.
What products does the Heavy Duty Connectors portfolio consist of?
The HDC portfolio consists of:
- Hoods, housings and bases: available in different protection degrees IP65, IP67, IP68 and IP69k
- Contact systems: ranging from 5A to 650A in screw, crimp and cage clamp termination
- Inserts: available in up to 216 pins in one connector for crimp, screw termination or cage clamp
What types of HDC connector configurations are there?
When selecting heavy duty connectors, a starting point is to determine whether you need a bulkhead mounting, surface mounting, cable-to-cable or through-panel type. Learn more in our Selection Guide (page 9).
What is the temperature range for HDC connectors?
From -45 to 125 degrees Celsius
What is the IP rating for HDC connectors?
IP ratings, or Ingress Protection Ratings, are used to define levels of sealing effectiveness of
electrical enclosures against intrusion from foreign bodies (tools, dirt etc) and moisture. Our HDC connectors comes with protection degrees ranging from IP65 up to IP69k.
Are HDC connectors standardized?
Yes, our HDC connectors are approved according to the EN/IEC 61984 standard.
