0445620001

Rectangular Connectors - Housings

The 0445620001 is a rectangular connector belonging to the housing category of connectors. As the name suggests, these are connectors that are also used as a housing for other components and boards. They are usually used to connect adjacent circuit panels or frames, or to house circuit boards and interface components. The 0445620001, in particular, is a through-hole connector used to connect a printed circuit board to its housing.

The 0445620001 housing features four (4) pins with gold plated contacts and is rated to provide 3.0A of current. It can accept wires up to 20 AWG in size, and has a 30V DC/1A rating on all contacts. The body of the connector is made of high-grade zinc-plated steel, while the contacts are made of brass, gold plated to protect against oxidation and corrosion. The overall footprint of the connector is 22mm by 12mm.

Working Principle

The working principle of the 0445620001 housing is fairly simple and straightforward. The four pins are used to make an electrical connection between two circuit boards or between the board and its housing. The pins are inserted into a printed circuit board (PCB) and make contact with the copper traces on the board. The contacts are made of gold plated brass, which prevents oxidation and corrosion and helps ensure a good electrical connection. The pins are held securely in place by the metal shell of the connector, which is then secured to the PCB.

The 0445620001 housing also provides protection against environmental hazards such as dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures. The metal shell acts as a barrier to protect the contacts from damage. The shell also helps dissipate heat generated from the electronic components, keeping them cool and preventing overheating. The connector is rated for operating temperatures between -30°C and 80°C.

Applications

Due to its combination of size, strength, and durability, the 0445620001 housing is ideal for applications in automotive, medical, industrial, and consumer electronics. It is often used to connect a circuit board to its housing, or to connect two circuit panels or frames. It is also widely used in computers to connect various components such as sound cards, storage devices, and ports. Due to its robust construction, it can also be used in harsh environments such as in aerospace and military applications.

There are many other uses for the 0445620001 housing, and this is just a small list of the possibilities. All in all, the 0445620001 is a robust and reliable connector that can be used in a wide variety of applications in different industries.