This document details the mechanical and soldering characteristics of the M20 Series Connectors.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Durability (Gold finish) | 300 operations |
| Durability (Tin finish) | 50 operations |
| Insertion Force (maximum) - M20-TT6/8 | 1.2N per contact |
| Insertion Force (maximum) - M20-781/2/3/6/7/8/9, M20-791/2 | 2.0N per contact |
| Withdrawal Force (minimum) - M20-TTE/8 | 0.8N per contact |
| Withdrawal Force (minimum) - M20-781/2/3/6/7/8/9 | 0.3N per contact |
| Withdrawal Force (minimum) - M20-791/2 | 0.2N per contact |
| Contact Retention Force (Minimum) | 7.84N per contact |
| Contact Crimp Pull-off Force (22AWG) | 45N minimum |
| Solderability (PC Tail & SMT) | 245C for 5 seconds |
| Soldering Heat Resistance (PC Tail & SMT) | 260C for 10 seconds |
| Gauge Type | Dimension | Tolerance | Material | Hardness | Wear Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Push-out Gauge | 10.0 mm | -0.05 mm | Steel to BS1407 or equivalent | 650 HV5 min | 0.005mm |
| Contact Push-out Gauge | 4.40 mm | +0.00 / -0.05 mm | Steel to BS1407 or equivalent | 650 HV5 min | 0.005mm |
