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Backplane Connectors – DIN 41612

The DIN 41612 connector is one of the most widely used types of backplane connectors. It has been used in computers and peripherals since the early 1990s and is used to connect electrical and signal data between two or more plates or modules. This connector is designed to be pluggable and has a reliable connection system that ensures a long service life. It is also designed to be easy to mount and removable for applications such as removable connectors that are needed for repairs or upgrades.

09033966944 Application Field and Working Principle

DIN 41612 is mainly used for board-to-board connections in computers, communications systems, industrial controls, military equipment, and other electronic applications. This connector is suitable for transmission of signals and data, power and ground connections of mixed signal systems. The connector is rated 160V DC and 15.0A. It consists of two parts; a plug and a receptacle. The plug and receptacle both have rows of housing cavities with electrical contacts which mate when the connector is inserted. The contacts are made from a variety of materials depending on the application, such as copper, aluminum, stainless steel or gold plated contacts. The contacts are embedded in an insulating material or PCB.

The working principle of the connector is simple but efficient. First, the plug is inserted into the receptacle with the pins aligning to the receptacle’s cavities. When the plug is fully inserted, the contacts on both the plug and the receptacle make contact and an electrical connection is completed. Master-slave keying helps prevent incorrect mating of the plug and receptacle and ensures proper polarity connection. The contacts are then held in place by means of latches and screws that also provide a mechanical connection between the two parts.

The connectors are designed with different configurations, profiles and sizes, depending on the application requirements. The contact types can also be customized, including single-contact, dual-contact, and multiple-contact, and pins can be designed specifically for different applications. DIN 41612 connectors are also electrically rated for high temperatures, which is another advantage of this technology.

The DIN 41612 connector is a reliable and versatile connector option for backplane applications such as computers, communications systems, industrial controls and military equipment. It is easy to install and removable for repairs or upgrades, and offers superior performance in electrical and signal data transmission between plates or modules. The connectors are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and contact configurations to meet the specific needs of each application.