The Cinch Dura-Con connector system is designed for applications demanding rugged, durable, and high-performance interconnects where weight and space are critical. Featuring the unique Dura-Con twist pin contact, these connectors ensure reliable contact under radial forces and are ideal for miniaturized airborne electronics and data processing equipment requiring shorter signal paths. Available in various configurations including metal and plastic shells, MIL-DTL-83513 compliant versions, PCB mount options, and high-temperature variants, Dura-Con connectors offer versatility for harsh environments.
| Feature | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Type | Twist Pin Contact | Precision miniature spring cable with a welded tip; seven spring members for consistent contact. |
| Termination Options | Insulated Wire (#26 AWG), Uninsulated Wire (#25 AWG), Solder Cup, PCB Tails (straight and right-angle). | |
| Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors | Positions | 9, 15, 21, 25, 31, 37, 51, 69, 100 |
| Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors | Shell Material | Aluminum (provides extra strength and EMI/RFI shielding) |
| Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors | Interfacial Seal | Silicone elastomer compression |
| Plastic Shell Micro-D Connectors | Positions | 9, 15, 21, 25, 31, 37, 51 |
| Plastic Shell Micro-D Connectors | Shell Material | Economical all plastic shell (lightweight, no shielding) |
| Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors for PCBs | Mounting Styles | Straight mount, 90 right-angle mount, 90 right-angle narrow profile mounting |
| Hermetically Sealed Micro-D Connectors | Seal Type | Epoxy-metallic compound |
| High Temperature Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors | Operating Temperature | Plugs: up to 175C continuously; Sockets: up to 200C continuously |
| High Temperature Metal Shell Micro-D Connectors | Insulator Feature | Raised rib to prevent shorts in shock (50 Gs) and high vibration (20 Gs) |
| Shielded Cable Assemblies | Features | EMI gasket, braided sleeves, integrated backshell |
| Connector Savers | Purpose | Reduce damage to mounted connectors during system tests |
| Micro-D Dust Covers | Material | Low Density Polyethylene |
| Micro-D Sealing Gaskets | Material | Compressible silicone rubber |
| EMI Backshells | Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Strain Relief Backshells | Material | Aluminum alloy |
| MIL-DTL-83513 Connectors | Compliance | QPL (Qualified Product List) |
| Strip Connectors | Contact Centers | 0.050" |
| Strip Connectors | Weight | Extremely lightweight |
| Material Specifications | Shell (Metal) | Aluminum 6061 (Blank), Cadmium Plating (Blank), Electroless Nickel Plating (N) |
| Material Specifications | Insulator | Diallyl phthalate glass reinforced (C), Polyester 30% glass filled (D) |
| Material Specifications | Contacts (Pins) | Beryllium copper, gold plated |
| Material Specifications | Contacts (Sockets) | Copper alloy, gold plated |
| Performance Specifications | Current Rating | 3 Amps (max.) |
| Performance Specifications | Durability | 500 mating cycles |
| Material Compliance | RoHS | Compliant parts include plastic and nickel plated shells with solder cups and wire leads (Exemption 6(c), 7(b)). Cadmium plated shells are not RoHS compliant. |
