Advanced sealing and wire retention Amphenol H4SMC0DM connector for photovoltaic module connections
Amphe-PV H4 Plus DC Connector
Product Overview
The Amphe-PV H4 Plus from Amphenol Industrial Sustainable Technologies (AIST) is a robust, dual-certified DC connector designed for photovoltaic (PV) modules and installations worldwide. Building on the legacy of the H4 connector, it offers enhanced durability, Amphenol-compatible mating, and Amphenols low resistance RADSOK contact technology. Key improvements include a ratcheting gland back nut to prevent backspin, an enhanced sealing grommet for superior wet leakage performance, and optimized contact design for long-term stability. This connector reduces part count and generates cost savings through integrated components like gland nuts, environmental gaskets, wire-retention collets, and contacts accepting multiple wire gauges. It is ideal for all PV applications, regardless of end-market.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Amphenol
- Product Line: Amphe-PV H4 Plus
- Certifications: UL 6703 1500V, IEC 62852 (ed.1); am 1 1500V (Class A), UL, TV
- Contact Technology: RADSOK (low resistance)
- Material Safety: RoHS, REACH compliant
- Flammability Classification: UL 94 V-0 (self-extinguishing)
- UV Resistance: Outdoor suitable (f1) rated materials, per UL 746C
- Ingress Protection: IP68 (when mated), IP2X touch-proof (reverse gender design)
- Locking Mechanism: Meets NEC NFPA 70, 690.33 (C) requirement for self-locking with tool-required unlock
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Rated Voltage | 1500V (UL 6703), 1500V (IEC 62852, Class A) |
| Rated Current (UL) | 15A (2.5mm/14AWG), 20A (4.0mm/12AWG), 30A (6.0mm/10AWG), 50A (10.0mm/8AWG) |
| Rated Current (TV IEC 62852) | 25A (2.5mm/14AWG), 35A (4.0mm/12AWG), 45A (6.0mm/10AWG), 65A (10.0mm/8AWG) |
| Contact Resistance | ~0.20m |
| Contact Material | Tin-plated Copper Alloy |
| Contact Types Available | Machined/Cold-formed (CF), Stamped & Formed (S&F) |
| Wire Gauge Acceptance | 14AWG/2.5mm to 8AWG/10.0mm |
| Cable Outer Diameter Range | 5.0mm to 8.7mm |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40C to +85C |
| Intermatibility | Guaranteed to mate with all Amphenol PV connectors |
How to Order
S&F Contacts on a Reel of 2000:
| Position 1 (Product Line) | Position 2 (Product Type) | Position 3 (Gender) | Position 4 (Cable Size) | Position 5 (Packaging) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTX | F (S&F Contacts) | F Female (+) | 2 (2.5mm/14AWG) | R (2000 pcs/reel) |
| M Male (-) | 4 (4.0mm/12AWG & 6.0mm/10AWG) |
Connector Ordering:
| Position 1 (Product Line) | Position 2 (Product Type) | Position 3 (Gender) | Position 4 (Connector Type) | Position 5 (Cable Size) | Position 6 (Certifications) | Position 7 (Packaging) | Position 8 (Contact Type) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H4 (H4 Series) | S (Amphe-PV H4 Plus) | F Female (+) | C Cable gland (tool unlock) | 0 Without Contact | D Dual UL/TV Certified | I 1 pc/bag, 800 pcs/ box | S S&F |
| M Male (-) | D Cable gland (manually unlock) | 2 2.5mm/14AWG | T TV IEC Certification Only (no NEC lock) | C 100 pcs/bag, 800 pcs/ box | (Blank) CF | ||
| 4* 4.0mm/12AWG | M 400 pcs/bag, 800 pcs/ box | ||||||
| 6 6.0mm/10AWG | |||||||
| 8** 10.0mm/8AWG |
*When ordering a S&F contact, please use cable size order code 4 for both 4.0mm/12AWG & 6.0mm/10AWG.
**10.0mm/8AWG only available with Cold-Formed (CF) contacts.
Tools and Accessories
| Item | Ordering Code |
|---|---|
| Crimp Tool for CF contacts | UTXTC0004 |
| Crimp Tool for S&F contacts | UTXTC0003 |
| Amphe-PV H4 Plus Wrench & Unlocking Tool | H4TW0001 |
| Universal Strip Tool | H4TS0000 |
| Universal Unlocking Tool | H4TU0000 |
| Protective Cap | UTXPF/UTXPM |
| Inspection Tool | H4TT0002 (H4TT0003 for 8AWG Only) |
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