1838255-4

Circular Cable Assemblies are designed to provide optimal reliability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal within applications across industries such as telecom, industrial automation, medical, gaming, military, aerospace, and automotive. The 1838255-4 is a circular cable assembly utilizing a unique combination of twin-jack and three-pin connectors, with a variety of features to meet the needs of specific applications.

Physically, the 1838255-4 is a 6.2 mm long x 5.6 mm wide assembly with solid metal on all contact areas for robust mechanical strength and electrical reliability. It is available in a variety of colors and markings, including black, grey, and blue, which increases the aesthetics of the assembly while allowing for easy identification and installation.

The 1838255-4 connects two separate wires or devices while providing electromagnetic shielding, reliable signal transmission, and signal termination to prevent accidental disconnection. The twin-jack connectors features a locking tab that secures the assembly to its mating components, such as wall-mounting units. The three-pin connectors provide secure grip to ensure solid and consistent contact, and come with an optional strain relief option to prevent over-stretching of the cable.

This assembly utilizes specially engineered contact-retention technology that prevents static electricity from damaging the components or connections. It also provides excellent resistance to temperatures up to 80°C. In addition, the 1838255-4 has a unique dust cap that effectively prevents dust ingression, which can cause signal disruption and other potential issues.

The assembly offers two types of contacts: the twin-jack feature straight crimp-type contacts, and the three-pin employs PCB pins. The two types of contacts have different contact resistance values that range from 1.5 to 10 milliohms. The assembly is designed to operate under various load and information rates, such as 4 Mbps in low-band applications (V.35), and up to 100 Mbps in high-band applications (Gigabit Ethernet).

The 1838255-4 can be used in a variety of applications, including medical, gaming, industrial automation, and telecom. In medical applications, it can be used to connect medical instruments, such as workstations and imaging equipment. It can also be used in gaming applications, to connect gaming consoles and gaming peripherals. Industrial automation applications include the connection of sensors, controllers, and other automation equipment.

In telecom applications, it can be used to connect telecom equipment such as modems, routers, ISDN terminals, switches, cables, and more. The assembly is designed to provide robust reliability and signal integrity, along with excellent noise immunity and ingress protection. It is also RoHS compliant, and is ISO 9001 and UL certified.

In conclusion, the 1838255-4 Circular Cable Assembly is an innovative combination of twin-jack and three-pin connectors that offers reliable and secure connections in a variety of applications. With its robust mechanical strength and electrical reliability, excellent resistance to temperatures up to 80°C, and RoHS compliance, this assembly is an ideal choice for various applications across industries.