MDM-25SH046L Cable Assemblies

What Is A MDM-25SH046L?

A MDM-25SH046L is a D-Sub Cables connector. It is a low cost, 8-pin through-hole version that is preferably used for micro-miniature applications. It is available with a straight contact style in either horizontal or vertical. It is also suitable for both wire-to-wire and wire-to-board combinations. It is electrically equivalent to Molex’s open end D-Sub connectors, but features improved mechanical performance with its crimp retaining devices. Connectors are also widely used in outdoor applications such as box-header, HMC (high-mass connector), softshell (flexible body), and backplane (enclosed type).

MDM-25SH046L Application Field

The MDM-25SH046L is particularly useful in space-constrained applications, such as industrial control panels, factory automation, robotics, automotive electronics, medical equipment, computer peripherals, mixed-signal circuit prototyping, and image processing equipment. It is especially optimized for high-frequency circuits due to its mechanically robust design combined with its compatibility with AWG_#18/16 stranded wire. It is also particularly useful in outdoor environments (like automotive boxes) where corrosion-resistance is essential.

Working Principle

The MDM-25SH046L contains a basic analog 8-pin interface that sends and receives power, data, and control signals. It consists of two basic parts: the male connector and the female connector. The male connector has eight male pins arranged in a rectangular grid pattern that are inserted into the female connector’s female pins. When inserted into the female connector, the pins make contact and then the power, data, and control signals can be transferred between the male and female connectors. The two connectors are mechanically held together by a pin retention system that uses spring pin-retention devices that ensure reliable electrical connection for long-term use.

Conclusion

The cost-effective MDM-25SH046L is a D-Sub Cables connector from Molex. It is used for micro-miniature applications in space-constrained areas such as industrial control panels, factory automation, robotics, automotive electronics, medical equipment, computer peripherals, and image processing equipment. This connector offers an 8-pin through-hole interface and is suitable for both wire-to-wire and wire-to-board combinations. It is ideal for high-frequency applications due to its robust mechanical design combined with its compatibility with AWG_#18/16 stranded wire. Its pin retention system with spring pin-retention devices guarantee reliable electrical connections in long-term use.