Vernitren Series 3300 Pre-Grounding Plug and Socket Connectors Datasheet

Category: Connectors, Electronics, Molex

Overview of the Vernitren Series 3300 Connectors

Vernitren Series 3300 pre-grounding plug and socket connectors provide enhanced safety for electrical connections by employing an extra long grounding contact that engages before any other active contacts during mating. This feature is designed to prevent the need for manual contact cutting, thereby reducing installation time and costs. The connectors are UL recognized and CSA certified, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Compatibility and Interchangeability

The connectors are fully interchangeable with Series 300 type connectors and offer versatility for panel and cable mounting applications. They also come with various mounting hardware and locking devices to suit different installation requirements. The Series 3300 connectors can accommodate a wide range of hardware for easy and rapid mounting.

Electrical Specifications

Each contact within the connector is rated at 10 amps and 750 volts RMS. Additionally, the current rating and voltage for these connectors should be in accordance with the specifications for the electrical equipment they are used with, particularly considering operating temperatures.

Applications for Series 3300 Connectors

The Series 3300 connectors are suitably applied within a diverse array of equipment, including office machines, communication devices, security systems, machine controls, vending machines, medical instruments, amusement systems, testing units, measurement devices, data processing machinery, teaching tools, and other similar technologies.

Innovative C-Clips for Fast Panel Mounting

The unique SCC C-clips allow the connectors to be mounted in half the normal time. Without the necessity for drilling holes or applying screws, bolts, or rivets, the connectors can be quickly secured in place using C-clips that latch onto the connector body against the molded face flange. These are available for connector sizes ranging from 3302 to 3312.

Tools for C-Clip Insertion

SCC hand tools facilitate even quicker insertion of C-clips into the connectors, coming in three sizes to match different connector ranges.

Contact Orientation and Polarization

The datasheet details the polarization arrangement for sockets, clarifying the view from the wiring side and indicating the mirrored numbering for plugs. It also outlines the positioning of heavy-duty polarizing/ground contacts for specific connector numbers, ensuring correct and safe alignment during use.