DF63 Series, 3.96mm Pitch, 15A High Current, Board to Wire Connector

The connector range consists of cable mount, female crimp sockets and board mount, vertical and right angle male headers that handle up to 15A (amps) max current rating.

The overall size has been designed with space saving in mind. The three position header for example, only occupies 88mm² approximate board space due to the small pitch.

Secure locking is guaranteed by the robust lock that gives a clear tactile click when mated. This confirms the connector is fully engaged guaranteeing complete electrical and mechanical connection. The lock is on the centre of the housing to avoid uneven locking and cable entanglement which is common with side locks. Furthermore, multiple connectors can be mounted closer together side by side.

The header features square male pin contacts that have a wide conductive surface area (1.14mm each side) to carry the high current. Each contact is protected by housing walls to prevent them from short circuits and being touched. The cable mount female socket housing utilises crimp contacts that have a unique internal multi-point contact structure to ensure good contact wipe and high contact reliability.

The design of the housing base is tapered to allow resin sealing up to 5mm high. The resin stopper which is a step underneath the lock, stops the resin rising too far.

Keying variations are available to prevent incorrect insertion when multiple connectors are used.

A waterproof version of this connector range is now available known as the DF63W series.

Key Features

- Contact positions: 1 - 6 (most sizes)

- Current rating: 15A (max.)

- Pitch: 3.96mm

- Voltage rating: AC/DC 630V

- Cable size: AWG16 to AWG18

- Mating cycles: 30

- In-line version (under development)

Ideal applications are robots, medical devices, industrial machinery, smart meters, gaming equipment and home appliances.

For further information please contact HIROSE Electric Europe B.V.