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Series:	Sabre™ 43160
Packaging:	Tray
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status:	--
Part Status:	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	--
Connector Style:	--
Connector Type:	Header, Male Blades
Number of Positions:	8
Pitch:	0.295" (7.50mm)
Mounting Type:	Through Hole, Right Angle
Number of Rows:	1
Termination:	Solder
Wire Gauge:	--
Features:	--
Color:	Black
Fastening Type:	Locking Ramp
Contact Material:	Brass
Contact Finish:	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness:	60.0µin (1.52µm)
Voltage Rating:	600V
Current Rating:	18A
Material - Insulation:	Polyamide (PA46), Nylon 4/6, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature:	-40°C ~ 75°C
Row Spacing:	--

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Blade Type Power Connectors

Blade type power connectors are widely used nowadays in the industrial, commercial, and residential fields. They are equipped with a blade-type terminals that slide into a mated socket. The standard version of a blade type connector consists of two parts: an outer housing, which is slotted to allow the blade to slide in, and a mating blade terminal. To facilitate their high current ratings, blade connectors feature large contact areas between each blade and the mating socket. This ensures a secure connection and reliable conductivity.When mating the contacts of a blade type connector, the contact surfaces need to be properly aligned. With some models, there are self-aligning features which enable the blade and the socket to stay aligned during the mating process. This can be accomplished with the use of guides, spring action, and a small amount of compression force. The most common materials used for the socket and blade are brass and copper.

Blade type connectors vary in size and current ratings, allowing them to be used in different applications. Depending on the model, the contacts can accept cables from 1/8” (3.2 mm) up to 1/32” (2.5 mm). Typical current ratings for a fully mated blade type connector range from 1A-10A. Due to their high current capacities, they are ideal choices for powering devices and making larger connections. Blade type connectors are durable, reliable, and simple to use, making them a popular choice for a variety of fields.

The working principle of a blade type power connector is simple. When the contact is inserted into a mated socket, the blade and the blade spring form an electrical connection. The force of the spring is what creates the connection and maintains its continuity. This force is generated from the elasticity of the spring when it is compressed against the contact. The contact surfaces are smooth so that when the force is applied to the contact, it is evenly distributed throughout the entire mating surface.When the contacts are completely mated, the current resistance between them is low enough that a current can flow uninterrupted. The primary source of electrical resistance within a connector is the contact surfaces. If there are any nicks, scratches, or dirt particles on the blade’s contact surfaces, then this will cause an increase in electrical resistance. This is why it is important to keep contacts clean to ensure optimal contact and power transfer.

In summary, blade type power connectors are widely used in numerous fields due to their reliable performance, durability, and ease of use. They come in various shapes and sizes, with different current ratings, allowing them to be used for a wide range of applications. The working principle of a blade type connector is simple in that it employs the force of a compression spring to make an electrical connection between two contacts. This is why it is important to keep contacts clean and free from any nicks and scratches to maintain optimal contact and power transfer.

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