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News Release from: Deutsch | Subject: Autosport UltraLite HE
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 14 September 2004
Five-way connector lightens the load
Deutsch is claiming a design first with the development of an innovative 5-way connector that promises to be the smallest, lightest package in racing.
Deutsch is claiming a design first with the development of an innovative 5-way connector that promises to be the smallest, lightest package in racing The new five contact Autosport UltraLite HE connector has the same high-strength aluminium alloy size 3 shell as the popular 3-way version, making it 30% lighter than an ASL mated pair, with a 17% smaller dimension on the coupling ring than the ASL
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 4 Jul 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Over-moulded connectors save space and costs
Deutsch offers a space- and cost-saving over-moulded alternative to its traditional boot and adapter back fittings, while also maintaining environmental sealing and strain relief.
The five high-conductivity crimp-type size-24 solid contacts were developed by the Deutsch in-house facilities to fulfil the latest demands of racing teams using smaller wire sizes, and are made from gold-plated copper alloy.
A totally new insert design allows the contacts to be located very close together, but also has great resistance to vibration.
Other features include a visual indication of locking mechanism, six keyway orientations, an integral environmental wire seal to IP67, and a boot termination feature, without a requirement for backshells.
The Autosport UltraLite HE connector is designed for blind mating, has a choice of inline and two-hole mounting styles, a PCB option, and is suitable for sensor applications.
Deutsch Autosport Product Specialist Paul Webb says: "It is a first in connector design and we are very proud that with this 5-way connector we are at the forefront of change in the motorsport industry".
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