PowerElements are designed for high current sourcing and distribution on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). They facilitate wire-to-board connections, component assembly, fixation (e.g., screw locking for fuses and relays), and conductor rail connections. Additional insulation bodies, such as twist protection, prevent shorts on the cable side. PowerElements also address mechanical challenges like PCB connections within housings, internal connections, or between PCBs. The two-piece design allows for press-fitting from both sides of the PCB, with bearing surfaces protecting against mechanical stress during assembly. Connection options are highly versatile, including headless screws, thread nuts, through holes, blind holes, and various angles, installation heights, connection surfaces, and thread/drill dimensions.
| Technology | Current Carrying Capability | Operating Temperature | PCB Thickness (min.) | Retention Force (IEC 60352-5) | Press Fit Force (max. per pin) | Tightening Torque (Examples) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massive Pressfit Zone | approx. 10 A per pin | -40C to +135C | 1.6 mm | min. 40 N per pin | 250 N per pin | M3: 0.5 Nm, M8: 9.0 Nm |
| SMD Solder Technology | up to 200 A* | -40C to +155C | N/A | N/A | N/A | M3: 0.5 Nm, M8: 9.0 Nm |
*Current carrying capability is subject to PCB thickness, cable cross section, soldering tin used, and ambient temperature.
Male thread, full pin population: M3, M5 (6-16 pins), M4, M5 (6-16 pins), M6, M8 (10-25 pins)
Female thread, full pin population: M3 (6-20 pins), M4, M5, M6 (8-20 pins), M8 (9-25 pins), M10 (10-36 pins)
Female thread, two rows pin population: M3 (6-12 pins), M4, M5, M6 (8-16 pins)
Female thread, circular pin population: M4, M5 (9-16 pins), M6 (10-25 pins)
Angled, full pin population: M3 (6 pins), M4, M5 (6-16 pins), M6, M8 (10-25 pins)
Angled, two rows pin population: M3 (6 pins), M4, M5 (6-16 pins), M6, M8 (10-16 pins)
Protection for PowerElements with male thread: Suitable for M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10
Product Groups: SMD pin (with or without peg), SMD socket (with or without peg), SMD socket with through-hole thread
Diameters: 7, 9, 10, 13 mm
Thread Options: M3, M4, M5, M6, M8
