Intelliconnect (Europe) Ltd, the UK based manufacturer of RF and Waterproof connectors, now offers a range of multi-pin waterproof connectors available with from 4 to 14 connecting pins. The 4 way connector compliments, in performance and dimensions, the commonly used TNC waterproof coaxial RF connector.
Remote sensing and monitoring of equipment and pipelines in industrial, water and petrochemical installations is becoming increasingly popular. Remote monitoring eliminates the need for constant manual measurement and enables planned intervention and correction to take place, reducing costly failures and emergency shut-downs of plant. Remote sensing systems typically use a range of permanently installed wireless enabled sensors which can measure the thickness of pipes for signs of corrosion, flow direction, flow rates and other critical parameters as part of a control and monitoring system.
Many such systems use readily available TNC waterproof coaxial connectors for RF signals which Intelliconnect offer as a standard product. Intelliconnect became aware of a growing requirement from their TNC connector customers for a matching multi-pin connector for control signals. This new connector would simplify equipment design and manufacture and improve the design, functionality and appearance of the final control panel or equipment.
Intelliconnect has developed a range of multi-pin connectors capable of handling 3 amps of signal current and rated to IP68 in its unmated condition. In order for the connector to be fitted alongside waterproof TNC connectors used for RF antennas and provide a uniform panel design the 4 contact pins required were installed into the same style connector shell. The insert design is keyed to ensure positive mating and eliminate the possibility of damage by miss-mating.
The connector is designed to handle power as well as low voltage signals enabling switching and actuation of electro-mechanical devices. The maximum space between the contacts in a TNC body allows for an operating voltage of 300v RMS with a dielectric withstanding voltage (DWV) of 1000v RMS. The Insulation resistance of the connector is 5000M? to ensure reliable operation in high altitude or high humidity applications and the durability rating is specified at 500 insertion cycles minimum.
To allow for all possible environmental conditions in use, from sub-zero arctic like conditions in places such as Russia and Alaska through to the heat of Texas or Saudi Arabia an operating range of -65?C to + 165?C is standard. All metal components are standard nickel plating over a brass body to meet TNC specification Mil-prf 39012 enabling both the Intelliconnect 4 way quadraxial connector and RF TNC connector to be fitted into equipment and offer a uniform design both aesthetically and functionally.
Intelliconnect have extended this new waterproof multi-pin connector range from 2 up to 14 way connectors. All models are rated to IP68, waterproof in their unmated condition to a depth of 20m for a period of 4 hours minimum. Typical applications include MIL, marine, oil and gas, communications and rail traction
Intelliconnect (Europe) Ltd manufactures a wide range of standard and custom RF connectors including the market leading Pisces waterproof series. They also manufacture a large range of coaxial adaptors, to facilitate inter-series connection and gender change etc., and connector and cable assemblies to customer specific requirements are also undertaken. For more information call +44(0)1245 347145, email sales@intelliconnect.co.uk or visit www.intelliconnect.co.uk
About Intelliconnect (Europe) Ltd;
Formed in the UK in 2003 in response to the almost complete abandonment of the UK by the RF connector manufacturing industry, Intelliconnect joined forces with a small innovative US operation in 2004 and has quickly become a market leader in design led manufacturing of RF connectors, waterproof multi-pin connectors and cable assemblies. Both the UK and USA divisions of Intelliconnect now enjoy a growing reputation for high quality products and first class service. Their product range includes waterproof connectors which have become established as the solution of choice for specifiers in the marine, oil and gas, defence and general antenna markets. They produce a range of triaxial components which are recognised as the best quality available in the market today. Their Custom design service, which attracts no NRE charges, is the quickest available in the market today. Intelliconnect also offer a full range of standard RF connectors and a cable assembly service.
Intelliconnect is unable and does not wish to compete with the plethora of low-cost offshore product available in the market today. Rather they offer traditional engineering values coupled with innovation, agility and a passion for serving their customers.
