PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors
14 pole capacity miniature power connector
for overmolding
The compact PL-900 is available in
several power circuit configurations for
industrial and medical electronic appli-
cations. This connector series is ideal
for applications where safety, ease of
use, and exposure to hostile environ-
ments are of primary consideration.
Packaging (intuitive, compact, configurable)
• Pulse-Lok auto-latch/quick-release
mechanism confirms continuity
• Concealed Contacts meet IEC and UL
safety specifications
• Press & Seal contact system
Environmental
• Operating Temp: -20C to +105C
• Moisture Resistance: IP-67 (IEC)
• Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 (PL-900SM-V only- see
Table B)
• Chemical Resistance: Common industrial solvents
(consult factory)
• Sterilizable (PL-900SM-N only- see Table B)
Electrical (see below)
Mating Life: 5,000 cycles min.
High Current Ratings per UL/ANSI/EIA
Dielectric Withstand Voltage: 2200V RMS
(Contact to Contact, Contact to Outer
Housing)
Insulation Resistance: Per ANSI/EIA-364-14
Material
Connector Housing: PL 900SM-N = Nylon
PL-900SM-N FEATURES
Shown with overmold flex relief
(Refer to PLSeries Overmolding Guide) Shown with overmolded flex relief
(Refer to PL Series Overmolding Guide)
In-Line Plug Assembly
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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• Available as a rugged overmolded
cable assembly
• Polarized Housing eliminates
missmating
• Up to 14 standard color
combinations for coding
Performance (for harsh environments)
• Water Proof, seals to cable
• Impact Resistant plastic housing
• Chemical Resistant
• Shock Proof housing design
• High Performance flex relief extends
cable life and strain relief
Connector housings are illustrated in blue with gray couplers and backshells. Standard color is black on black. See our online configurator for color
options at: www.aldenproducts.com/configurator
SPECIFICATIONS
Panel-Mount Receptacle
Select this component from Table B
Flex Reliefs: TPR
Contacts: Pins = Brass, Sockets = Bronze Alloy
Contact Plating: Gold per MIL-G-45204C
Mechanical
Mating Cycles: 20K cycles max
Retention Force:
• Mated Connectors: 50 lbs. Minimum
• Cable to Connector: to 50 lbs. typical
• Contact Barrel Wire Size: #12 to #22
• Contact Isolation: Probe @ 7lb. Per IEC 60601-1
TABLE A: STANDARD CONTACT CONFIGURATIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD HOUSING OPTIONS
3.19
.90 φ
1.00 typ.
In-Line Receptacle (for overmolding)
2.90
.90 φ
Number of Poles Contact Size
Pin φ(mm) Max Wire Gauge Rated Current Rated Voltage Contact
Resistance
14 0.7 22 5600V AC/DC < 10m ohms
12 0.7 22 5600V AC/DC < 10m ohms
10 0.7 22 5600V AC/DC < 10m ohms
71.5 16 15 600V AC/DC < 10m ohms
32.4 12 30 600V AC/DC < 10m ohms
Panel thickness range = .063 to .250
- .460 typ
Up to 14
contact positions
All dimensions shown in inches.
In-Line Receptacle Assembly Panel-Mount Receptacle Assembly
Mounts from
back of panel
to achievce an
IP-67 seal
Select this component from Table B
In-Line Plug (for overmolding)
Select this component from Table B
2.0 typ.
2.31
1
1
Pg.
1.00 φ
Number of
Poles In-Line Receptacle Panel-Mount Receptacle In-Line Plug
14 340196 340294 340112
12 340182 340266 340084
10 340168 340238 340056
7340154 340224 340028
3340140 340210 340000
PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors 14 Pole Capacity for High Power Applications
TABLE B: STANDARD PART NUMBERS
Note: Part numbers cover black housings in Key 1 configuration. For other color and housing options utilize the Alden connector
configurator located @ www.aldenproducts.com/configurator
Options Include:
Housing Color Options Black, Gray, White, Blue, Red, Green, Yellow
Mating Key Options 2 Standard Keys, Proprietary Keys Available
Standard Panel-Mount Thickness .187”
Contact Termination Standard contact is equipped with a MIL crimp barrel suitable for soldering
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
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Panel-Mount, Cut-Out Template
φ .880
.775
1.05 φ
Mounting
ring footprint
In-Line Plug
1 Plug Core
2 Plug Housing Assembly
12
In-Line Plug
Item Alden P/N Description Application
1 390057 22AWG Insertion Tool Pin to Plug Core
2 T-831 16AWG Insertion Tool Pin to Plug Core
3 390020 12AWG Insertion Tool Pin to Plug Core
4 T-706 Loading Nest Plug Core Support Base
5 390040 Pneumatic Crimper Contact Termination Tool
6 390041 Stand for Pneumatic Contact Termination Tool
Crimper
7 390035 Hand Crimper Contact Termination Tool
8 390032 Size - #12 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
9 390031 Size - #16 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
10 390030 Size - #22 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY TOOLS
Assembly Instructions Al-PL900-03 In-Line Plug for overmolding
AI-PL900-02 Panel-Mount Receptacle
Available at: www.aldenproducts.com
Disposable Receptacle
1 Receptacle Housing
2 Pin Insert
12
Receptacle
Item Alden P/N Description Application
1 390056 22AWG Insertion Tool Socket to Receptacle Core
2 T-831 16AWG Insertion Tool Socket to Receptacle Core
3 390020 12AWG Insertion Tool Socket to Receptacle Core
4 T-705 Loading Nest Receptacle Core Support Base
5 T-701 Insertion Tool Receptacle Core to Housing
6 390040 Pneumatic Crimper Contact Termination Tool
7 390041 Stand for Pneumatic Contact Termination Tool
Crimper
8 390035 Hand Crimper Contact Termination Tool
9 390032 Size - #12 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
10 390031 Size - #16 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
11 390030 Size - #22 Crimp Die Contact Termination Tool
Plug Soaking Cap Plug Soaking Cap -
The PL-900 Series Plug Soaking Cap is
designed to protect the plug's contact system
when a cable assembly is being cleaned or not
in use. The soaking cap locks onto the plug
providing an IP-67 seal that is ideal for soaking
in liquid disinfectants. The soaking cap can be
permanently attached to a cable assembly by
means of a light weight tether.
Alden P/N 107521-01
Standard color is black. Gray optional
For additional information about this, or any other Alden product, please
contact an Alden Products specialist today.
Phone: 508-427-7000
Fax: 508-583-0164
www.aldenproducts.com
© 2004 Alden Products Company “Pulse-Lok” is a trademark of Alden Products Company US Patents 5,067,909 , 5,167,522 , & International Patents apply. Other Patents Pending. 3
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PL-900SM-N SERIES
Plastic Shell Auto-Coupling Connectors 14 Pole Capacity for High Power Applications
ACCESSORIES
Panel-Mount Receptacle Dust Cover Panel-Mount Receptacle Dust Cover -
The PL-900 Series receptacle dust cover protects the
receptacles contact system from dust, moisture, and
mechanical stress when the connector pair is disen-
gaged. When secured the dust cover will provide an
IP-67 environmental seal. The cover is equipped with
a tether for security.
Alden P/N 107522-01
Standard color is black. Gray optional
ACCESSORIES
Panel-Mount Receptacle
Nylon tether locks into panel
washer
Protective Connective Caps (IP-67 Seal Rating)
In-Line Plug
Wire tether with cable loop
In-Line Receptacle
Wire tether with cable loop
Panel 1
Part numbers cover black cap moldings - gray optional.
107522-88 107523-88 107521-88
