A new fast-mate version of its secure, 2mm pitch, J-Tek Datamate
cable-to-cable, cable-to-board and board-to-board connector family has been
introduced by Harwin.
Historically, secure mating has been achieved with the Datamate J-Tek
version using jack screws. The new 101Lok Datamate connectors require only
a simple 'quarter turn' (101 degrees) to ensure complete security of the
retention device.
The 101Lok connectors use specially designed-hardware tensioned by a coil
spring to reduce the time required to mate the connector halves. This is
seen as ideal for users that are seeking a faster means of assembly, while
ensuring complete security of the retention device. This novel locking
feature is also ideally suited to Harwin's mixed technology Mix-Tek Datamate
connectors and also the Trio-Tek range where high production volumes demand
minimal assembly costs. The spring tensioning also helps resist vibration
in rugged environment applications such as aerospace, says the company.
Product Manager, Paul Gillam, said: "These new 101Lok connectors are
designed to be very easy to use and require no special tooling. Our Datamate
connectors are chosen because they are very rugged and highly resistant to
shock and vibration. Now, with the introduction of these 101Lok Datamate
variants, hi-rel users can speed up and simplify mating while still being
assured of achieving the performance they require."
