Switchcraft
Switchcraft is a U.S. manufacturer and leading supplier of a broad line of components for the audio, video, telecommunication, computer, medical, military, appliance, transportation and instrumentation industries. With a basic line of more than 5,000 standard products and thousands of variations, Switchcraft markets products both domestically and internationally through a network of manufacturers’ representatives and independent distributors.
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The EP7 series from Switchcraft is a new line of connectors designed specifically for higher current applications. Large contacts with screw terminals are ideal for heavy-duty wire up to 10awg. A large backshell with rugged chuck-style strain relief accommodates a wide range of cable diameters and the Insta-Click positive lock makes connecting and disconnecting as simple as possible. Custom overmolded cable assemblies are also available.
Switchcraft’s high-quality, PCB mount USB and RJ45 connectors are ideal for low-to-high volume production applications. These board-level connectors include a wide variety of popular data connectors and are available in a wide range of popular styles. Each connector type is offered in several design styles for maximum flexibility.
Switchcraft 1/4″ jacks with strap nut feature two or three conductors and long threaded bushings suitable for mounting into panels and chassis up to 1.25″ thick. The metal bushing helps to eliminate hum pick-up, making these jacks ideal for musical instrument and speaker connections.
Switchcraft UHD video patch adapters provide 12GHz+ UHD performance and are compatible with HD or UHD signals. The Switchcraft 12GHz UHD video patch adapters are compatible with the front-facing jacks on Switchcraft 12GHz patch panels. This compatibility allows connection via BNC or MicroBNC plugs instead of patch panels, providing more flexibility to video engineers.
Harsh Environment Connectors:
Switchcraft and Conxall offer a larger variety of sealed, waterproof connectors to meet your harsh environment electrical connector applications. Often used as sealed power connectors or as multi-pin signal connectors, they are suitable for critical applications such as medical, industrial, and communications. In addition to plastic connectors, a variety of shielded metal connectors are available, including push-pull style.
| Dura Line | Con-X Line | Shielded Con-X Line | EN2/EN3Line | Mil-E-Qual Line | Sealed XLRs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seal (Mated) | IP68 | IP67/IP69K (IP68 Insta-Clik) | IP68 NEMA 250(6P) | IP68 / IP69K NEMA 250(6P) | IP67 | IP66 |
| Shell Sizes | Internal O-Ring | Separate O-Ring | Separate O-Ring | Integrated O-Ring | Separate O-Ring | Connector Interface, O-Ring Not Needed |
| Shell Sizes | 1 Size Available: 0.5″ [12mm] | 5 Sizes Available: from 0.5 [13mm] to 1.3 [33mm] | 2 Sizes Available: 0.7″ [18mm] and 0.9″ [22mm] | 2 Sizes Available: 0.5″ [13mm] and 0.7″ [18mm] | 9 Sizes Available: from 0.8 [21mm] to 2.1 [53mm] | 2 Sizes Available: 0.5″ [13mm] and 0.8″ [20mm] |
| Pin Counts | 2 thru 9 | 2 thru 31 | 2 thru 18 | 2 thru 18 | 2 thru 37 | 3 thru 8 |
| Elec. Rating | Up to 10A, 125V AC/DC | Up to 23A, 600V AC/DC | Up to 13A, 600V AC/DC | Up to 13A, 250V AC/DC | Up to 23A, 600V AC/DC | Up to 15A, 500V AC/DC |
| Life | 5,000 insert/ withdraw cyles min | 300 insert/ withdraw cycles min | 400 insert/ withdraw cycles min | 600 insert/ withdraw cycles min | 300 insert/ withdraw cycles min | 5,000 insert/ withdraw cycles min |
| Locking Style | Push-pull or threaded coupling | Bayonet or Insta-Click Positive Lock | Threaded coupling | Bayonet | Threaded coupling | Push-button latch release |
| UV Resistance | Standard feature | Optional feature | Standard feature | Standard feature | Standard feature | Not available |
| Availability | Field install or factory molded cables | Field install, factory molded cables, or off-the-shelf cables | Field install or factory molded cables | Field install, factory molded cables, or off-the-shelf cables | Field install (excluding in-line) or factory molded cables | Field install or factory molded cables |
Utilizing a separate o-ring, Maxi Con X connectors are available up to 7-#12 pins/sockets, 10-#16 pins/sockets,18-#20 pins/sockets, 20-#20 sockets only. Meets NEMA 6P when mated.
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2022/2023 New Product Introductions
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