AirBorn iW and iPowerAmp Connectors

AirBorn iW Series and iPowerAmp Connectors showcase resilience with high vibration and shock resistance, operating effectively within a wide temperature range from -65°C to +125°C. AirBorn iW Series Connectors present a robust 2-row configuration with a pitch of 2.54mm (0.100"), making it a dependable solution for a wide range of applications. These connectors showcase versatility by supporting a current rating of up to 5A per contact, catering to both signal and power applications. The iW Series connectors accommodate wire sizes up to 22AWG (0.34mm²) and feature selective plating, making them cost-efficient.

AirBorn iPowerAmp Connectors offers a high-reliability solution with a 5.72mm (0.225") pitch, available in 1- and 2-row configurations, and supports 5 to 20 contacts. These connectors are designed to handle robust power connections with a current rating of up to 23A per contact. The iPowerAmp connectors hold a UL94V-0 flammability rating for added safety and are UL-approved under UL 1977 ECBT2.E466640, emphasizing their reliability and compliance with industry standards.

Features

iPowerAmp

Accepts wire sizes up to 12AWG (4mm²)
Contact pins made of copper alloy and sockets with beryllium copper
Glass-filled PPS insulator material
High vibration and shock resistant
UL94V-0 flammability-rated insulator
UL approved, UL 1977 ECBT2.E466640

iW Series

Accommodates a current rating of up to 5A per contact, ensuring effective power management
Capable of functioning seamlessly across an extensive temperature range from -65°C to +125°C, ensuring steadfast performance in diverse environments
Designed with 2 rows, it offers flexibility with options ranging from 10 to 30 contacts
Economical for industrial applications, featuring selectively plated components that balance performance and cost-effectiveness
Engineered to endure significant levels of vibration and shock, enhancing overall durability in challenging operational conditions
Establishes a highly dependable connection, making it well-suited for demanding applications where consistent and reliable performance is paramount
Offers versatility with both vertical and right-angle configurations, allowing for adaptable design and installation

Applications

Factory automation
Manufacturing machinery
Oil and gas
Robotics

Technical Specifications

Parameters	Values
Parameters	iW Series	iPowerAmp
Current Rating	5A per contact	23A per contact
Maximum Insertion Force	1.1N	4.45N
Maximum Contact Resistance	5mΩ	1mΩ
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C to +125°C
Minimum Insulation Resistance	5GΩ
Durability	≥250 mating cycles

Video

This TTI video explains that AirBorn iW Series and iPowerAmp connectors are RoHS-compliant, highly vibration and shock-resistant, and withstand extreme temperatures.

Video Transcript

In extreme conditions, a failed connector is an extreme pain. The downtime is usually extremely expensive and will make your boss extremely mad. But you don’t have to go to extremes to avoid all these extreme problems, because AirBorn’s iW Series and iPowerAmp connectors are designed to operate reliably in extreme environments. The iW Series is offered in a two-row configuration with a 2.54mm pitch and a current rating of up to 5A per contact, making them versatile for either signal or power applications. iPowerAmp series connectors are available in one- or two-row configurations on a 5.72mm pitch that enables a current rating of up to 23A per contact. Both series can handle extreme temperature ranges from -65°C to +125°C and are highly resistant to vibration and shock. iW Series Connectors are offered in vertical and right-angle configurations for application versatility, while iPowerAmp Connectors are vertical only.

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