172213-3

Rectangular Connectors - Housings

The 172213-3 is an assembly that is universally used for many different types of applications that need to connect two signal lines. It is a three-wire, rectangular connector that come equipped with two housing parts and the appropriate number of contacts. Generally, each one of the housing parts contains two different slots that can be used to mount contactless switches, thermometers, photoelectric sensors, or other related components. Also, there are three standard sizes that are available that can fit various shapes and sizes of components: 172213-3A, 172213-3B, and 172213-3C, making them perfect for a wide range of uses.

Application Areas

The 172213-3 connectors have a wide range of applications. The most common application areas are:

• Automotive Industries - The 172213-3 connectors are suitable for a wide range of automotive applications, such as in gasoline and diesel engines, electric motors, power systems, cable harnesses, and lighting systems.
• Industrial Machines - The 172213-3 connectors can be used for various industrial machines such as manufacturing presses and manufacturing robots.
• Medical Systems - The medical applications of the 172213-3 connectors include uses in medical equipment, clinical laboratories, and even for artificial heart and pacemakers.
• Aerospace Industries - The 172213-3 connectors are used to connect various components of aircraft, including the avionics systems, navigation systems, and other hardware.
• Military Applications - The connectors are also used in military applications such as missiles and surveillance systems.

Working Principle

The working principle of the 172213-3 connector is relatively simple. The two pieces of housing, each of which contains two slots, are inserted into each other to allow them to fix together. The contacts are then inserted into the respective slots and the two housing parts are then pressed together to ensure the appropriate electric connection is established. This principle is often referred to as a ‘contactless’ strategy.

In addition to this contactless strategy, it is also possible to use additional mounting elements to enhance the electric connection of the 172213-3 connectors. These elements are usually applied in the form of insulation materials and shielding components to increase the electrical insulation and reduce EMI/RFI. This increases the overall durability and reliability of the connection, making it suitable for a variety of applications.