Circular Signal Connectors for Medical Equipment Builders

Medical equipment builders often need a signal connection that is compact, repeatable and well documented. AP Technology supplies circular signal connectors for medical and laboratory equipment, with a choice of contacts, bodies and bespoke cable assembly. They can suit imaging support systems, automated laboratory equipment and patient handling mechanisms. Any regulatory or material requirements for the finished device should be discussed up front, so that connector and cable selection support the builder's own compliance process. The 623 series M23 is one of the broadest signal ranges available, with eight body styles for cable and panel mounting and eight insert styles from 6 up to 19 contacts. It is UL listed and VDE approved, with crimp or solder contacts and a clamping range of Ø3.5 to Ø14.7mm. Couplings can be a screw thread or the patented Speedtec quick lock system. Standard signal connectors use nickel plated brass housings with EMC shielding, IP66/67 sealing when connected, and a -20°C to 130°C temperature range.

IP69K is available to special order on the M17 and M23 ranges, and the minimum mating life is 500 cycles. Those are sensible numbers for equipment that gets knocked, washed and unplugged during its working life. If you are looking to reduce vendors, AP Technology's cross referral service can review existing part numbers or a full bill of materials and recommend suitable alternatives from its line card. Data sheets, samples and costs follow, so a switch can be judged on real information. Partner brands include Intercontec, Bimed, Tecnikabel, TKD, ILME and Hugro. For help with circular signal connectors for medical equipment builders, speak to the AP Technology team at Brook Industrial Estate, Hayes, on 020 8848 3074. You can also email your requirement to connect@aptechnology.biz.