CONSIDERATIONS FOR D-SUBMINIATURE CONNECTORS USED IN HARSH ENVIRONMENTS AND REMOTE LOCATIONS
MARCO LAMANNA SENIOR DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST EDAC INC.
Providing a highly durable D-subminiature (D-sub) connector with appropriate retention and a high-reliability connection is essential for harsh environments and remote locations.
Harsh or rugged environments pose multiple challenges for connectors, with some of the most common being temperature extremes, contaminant exposure, corrosive liquid and gas exposure, radiation exposure, electromagnetic interference (EMI), pressure, and vibration. Each of these challenges can be addressed with a durable D-sub connector. The following connector considerations provide information to help prevent malfunctions in the field related to these challenges. INGRESS PROTECTION (IP) Ingress Protection or IP rating is an international standard providing requirements to protect against dust and water exposure.
EDAC’s 627WC Series Waterproof Power Combo D-Sub Connector Assemblies are highly reliable and come in multiple configurations for harsh environment or remote location applications.
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