HOW TO SELECT A HARSH ENVIRONMENT CONNECTOR Connector selection for long-term use requires consideration of the following qualities: • Durability • Weight • Signal and data density relative to size • Capacity for future expansion • Signal integrity • High-limit temperature ratings for maximum performance and future expansion • Price versus performance The choice of connector is not always a simple matter of whether the connector meets a standard specification at the lowest cost. The least expensive connector will probably meet the minimum requirements but will fall far short of real-world extended requirements. Connectors that are more expensive on a single-part basis may be the best value in terms of overall capability and future expansion. As a simple rule, always plan for higher performance relative to connector
THE REPAIRABILITY FEATURES OF A CONNECTOR ARE EVERY BIT AS IMPORTANT AS THE PERFORMANCE RATINGS.
design. Selecting the best connector on overall performance instead of basic qualifications and lowest price will help ensure readiness to meet future needs.
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