insulation displacement connector 3M 37304-B163-00E MB Mini-Clamp II Socket 373 Series for wiremount
3M Mini-Clamp II Socket 373 Series
The 3M Mini-Clamp II Socket 373 Series is an Insulation Displacement Connector (IDC) designed for wiremount applications, offering easy, quick, and reliable termination. It features integrated cable retention and accepts multiple wire size diameters without requiring special tooling. The optional latch enables rugged field termination, and its compact design saves board space. Designed to accommodate typical wiring specifications from Europe and North America, this socket offers a high number of mating cycles.
Product Attributes
- Brand: 3M
- Series: Mini-Clamp II Socket 373 Series
- Connection Type: IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
- Mounting: Wiremount
- Optional Feature: Latch for panel mounting
- Origin: Designed for wiring supplied from Europe and North America
- RoHS Compliant: Yes (with specific exemptions noted in regulatory information)
Technical Specifications
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| Contact Spacing | 2 mm | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Insulation Material | Glass Reinforced Thermoplastic (Body & Lower Cover), Transparent Thermoplastic (Cover) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flammability | UL 94V-0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Body Color | Black | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cover Color | White & Color (see Table 1 & 2) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Contact Material | Copper Alloy | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Underplating | 1.27-2.54 m [50-100 ] Nickel | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wiping Area Plating | 0.2 m [8 ] Minimum Gold with Lubricant | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| IDC Plating | 2.0-7.62 m [80-300 ] Matte Tin | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wire Accommodation | Copper Alloy, 7-19 Bare and Tinned Strands | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wire Gauge | 0.14-0.50 mm, 20-26 AWG | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wire Insulation | Flexible Vinyl, Semi-Flexible Vinyl, Polyethylene, X-Linked Polyethylene, or PTFE | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Marking | 3M Logo, Position Indicator, Wire gauge, Insulator Material | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Current Rating | 3.0 Amps | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Voltage Rating | 32 Volts | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Insulation Resistance | >1x106 at 600 VDC | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Withstanding Voltage | 1000 VRMS at Sea Level | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Temperature Rating | -20C to 85C | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| UL File No. | E68080 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| No Latch Dimensions (Dim A) |
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| With Latch Dimensions (Dim A) |
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| Wire OD & Corresponding Part Numbers/Colors |
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Ordering Information Example
373XX-XXXX-00E-MB (No Latch)
373XX-XXXX-0PE-MB (With Latch)
Note: XX represents the number of positions (03 or 04).
Termination
Terminate using common pliers or 3M Scotchlok Crimping Tools E-9BM or E-9E.
Regulatory Information
This product is RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC, with specific exemptions noted for lead and decaBDE in accordance with EU Commission Decisions and China RoHS standards.
Warranty
This product will be free from defects in material and manufacture for a period of 90 days from the time of purchase. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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