Versatile IDC Mini Clamp Socket 3M 37303-3101-000FL in various positions for flexible wiring solutions

Product Overview

The 3M Mini-Clamp Socket, 373 Series, is an IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector) designed for wiring applications, particularly for systems supplied from Japan and Asia. It offers a quick, easy, and reliable termination process without requiring special wire preparation. Key advantages include integrated cable retention, acceptance of multiple wire size diameters, debris-free termination, and compatibility with plug latches for secure interconnections in demanding applications. The compact design saves board and panel space and contributes to reduced maintenance through higher connection reliability. Available in wiremount and panel mount configurations, with or without latches, and in 3, 4, 6, or 8 positions.

Product Attributes

• Brand: 3M
• Trademark: 3M and Scotchlok
• Origin: Supplied from Japan and Asia
• Termination Type: IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)
• Mounting Options: Wiremount, Panel Mount
• Body Material: Glass reinforced thermoplastic
• Cover Material: Transparent thermoplastic (cover), Glass reinforced thermoplastic (lower cover)
• Contact Material: Copper Alloy
• Plating (Contact): Underplating: Nickel (2.54 m [100 ] minimum); Wiping Area: Gold with Lubricant (0.2 m [8 ] minimum)
• IDC Accommodation: Annealed Copper, high-strength Copper or Copper Alloy (bare, tinned, or tin overcoated)
• Wire Insulation Compatibility: Flexible vinyl, semi-rigid vinyl, x-linked polyethylene, or ETFE
• Flammability: UL 94V-0
• Color Options: Black body; White and color covers (see Table 1 for specific color/part number associations)
• Marking: 3M Logo, Position Indicator, Wire Gauge, Insulator Material
• Certifications: UL File No.: E68080

Technical Specifications

Dimensions (Reference Only)

3 or 4 Position, No Latch:

• Dim A (Before Termination): 23.4 mm [0.92 in]
• Dim A (After Termination): 8.2 mm [0.32 in]
• Dim B (After Termination): 6.4 mm [0.25 in]

3 or 4 Position, With Latch (Panel Mount):

• Dim A: 23.4 mm [0.92 in] (3 Pos), 25.4 mm [1.0 in] (4 Pos)

6 or 8 Position, No Latch:

• Dim A (6 Pos): 13.5 mm [0.53 in]
• Dim B (6 Pos): 15.8 mm [0.62 in]
• Dim A (8 Pos): 13.5 mm [0.53 in]
• Dim B (8 Pos): 15.8 mm [0.62 in]

6 or 8 Position, With Latch (Panel Mount):

• Dim A (6 Pos): 11.5 mm [0.45 in]
• Dim B (6 Pos): 13.8 mm [0.54 in]
• Dim C (6 Pos): 23.4 mm [Ref]
• Dim A (8 Pos): 13.5 mm [0.53 in]
• Dim B (8 Pos): 15.8 mm [0.62 in]
• Dim C (8 Pos): 25.4 mm [Ref]

Ordering Information Structure

Base Part Number: 373XX - XXXX - YYY FL C

• Positions: 03, 04, 06, 08
• Wire Gauge & Part #: 2XXX (20-22 AWG), 3XXX (24-26 AWG)
• Cover Color (See Table 1): Gray (2124), Blue (2165), Green (2206) for 20-22 AWG; Red (3101), Yellow (3122), Orange (3163) for 24-26 AWG
• Latch Option (YYY): 000 (No Latch), 0P0 (Panel Mount Latch - 3/4 Pos), 0W0 (No Latch - 6/8 Pos), 0M0 (Panel Mount Latch - 6/8 Pos)

Panel Cutout Information (Table 2)