AC SERIES CONNECTORS PDN TYPE This range has been specially designed for amplifier to loudspeaker connections. The polarity configuration being POSITIVE, DRAIN, NEGATIVE. Visual color coding insert with matching boot/backshell (blue or white) can be used for either channel selection and/or cable identification purposes. AC-PDN 11 & 31 are recommended for live source applications (amplifiers). AC-PDN 12 & 34 are recommended for load applications (speakers). Features: * Solder Bucket connections. * Thermoplastic Shells * Designed for 25 Amps RMS usage. * "Jaws" Cable Retention System, Max. Cable O.D. 8mm (0.351") * Precision machined contacts accept up to 4mm2 (12AWG) conductors. * Quick and easy assembly - by hand or portable termination tool (Part Number T2860.) Options: White or Blue housing and insert colour. Std. Jaws cable clamp. Specifications: Page 72 PRODUCT - FIGURE DRAWING Dimensions in mm (inches) Panel Cutouts: Page 33 DESCRIPTION VARIATIONS PART NUMBER PDN male, Cable connector, Positive, Negative, Drain contacts, Thermoplastic shell, Large Jaws cable clamp Blue housing AC-PDN-12-BLU White housing AC-PDN-12-WHT PDN female, Cable connector, Positive, Negative, Drain contacts, Thermoplastic shell, Large Jaws cable clamp Blue housing AC-PDN-11-BLU White housing AC-PDN-11-WHT PDN male, Chassis mount, Positive, Negative, Drain contacts, Thermoplastic shell Blue housing AC-PDN-34-BLU White housing AC-PDN-34-WHT Blue housing AC-PDN-31-BLU White housing AC-PDN-31-WHT PDN female, Chassis mount, Positive, Negative, Drain contacts, Thermoplastic shell 71 ENTERTAINMENT INTERCONNECT CATALOGUE - Amphenol Australia Pty Ltd Telephone 61 3 8796 8888 Fax 61 3 8796 8801 www.amphenolaudio.com AC SERIES CONNECTORS PDN TYPE STANDARD DATA AC-PDN CONNECTORS VALUE GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS 2+Drain Number of contacts PDN Contact Arrangement (Front View of Socket & Pin Insert) Socket Pin Termination Solder Max. Wire Gauge - Stranded wire: Power 12AWG Drain 19AWG Flammability rating of plastics UL94V-0 Environmental ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Complies with RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC Service Voltage RMS 133V 1) NOTE: Do not use this series of connectors for mains applications. The drain contact dimensions make it unsuitable for use as an earth contact. Test Voltage AC RMS 1400V Current carrying capacity: 7.5A Typical Contact Resistance 3m Insulation Resistance 1G CLIMATIC CHARACTERISTICS Protection Class MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS Insertion and Withdrawal Force Operating Temperature IP40 -25C to +75C (-13F to +167F) 10N - 30N Weight - Thermoplastic 2) 19g (0.041lb) Typical Cable Retention Force Cable O.D. Range - JAWS Clamp 22Kg to 44Kg (50lb to 100lb) 6.5 mm to 8mm (0.255" to 0.314") - Standard 3 mm to 6.5 mm ( 0.118" to 0.255") - Optional - Contact us MATERIALS Connector Shell 1000 mating cycles Thermoplastic, UL94V-0 Modified PPE Resin Shell Colour Insulators Black UL94V-0 PBT Resin or Modified PPE Resin Contact Contact Plating Rev 2 - 09/2005 Mechanical Operations Brass Silver or Gold (optional) 1) Not suitable for domestic applications above 50V 2) Approximate weight only, does not include packaging. Please contact us for exact weight for shipping purposes. 72 ENTERTAINMENT INTERCONNECT CATALOGUE - Amphenol Australia Pty Ltd Telephone 61 3 8796 8888 Fax 61 3 8796 8801 www.amphenolaudio.com