N Series
High Density Mini-Modular Connectors
Hyperboloid Technology
Smiths Interconnect offers an extensive range of superior contact technologies suitable for standard
and custom solutions. Hypertac
®
(HYPERboloid conTACT) is the original superior performing
hyperboloid contact technology designed for use in all applications and in harsh and demanding
environments where high reliability and safety are critical. The inherent electrical
and mechanical characteristics of the Hypertac hyperboloid contact
ensures unrivalled performance in terms of reliability, number of
mating cycles, low contact force and minimal contact
resistance. The shape of the contact sleeve is
formed by hyperbolically arranged contact
wires, which align themselves elastically
as contact lines around the pin, providing
a number of linear contact paths.
Features Benefits
Low insertion/extraction forces
The angle of the socket wires allows tight control of the
pin insertion and extraction forces. The spring wires are
smoothly deflected to make line contact with the pin.
High density interconnect systems
Significant reductions in size and weight of sub-system
designs. No additional hardware is required to overcome
mating and un-mating forces.
Long contact life
The smooth and light wiping action minimizes wear on
the contact surfaces. Contacts perform up to 100,000
insertion/extraction cycles with minimal degradation in
performance.
Low cost of ownership
The Hypertac contact technology will surpass most product
requirements, thus eliminating the burden and cost of
having to replace the connector or the entire subsystem.
Lower contact resistance
The design provides a far greater contact area and the
wiping action of the wires insures a clean and polished
contact surface. Our contact technology has about half
the resistance of conventional contact designs.
Low power consumption
The lower contact resistance of our technology results in
a lower voltage drop across the connector reducing the
power consumption and heat generation within the system.
Higher current ratings
The design parameters of the contact (e.g., the number,
diameter and angle of the wires) may be modified for any
requirement. The number of wires can be increased so the
contact area is distributed over a larger surface. Thus, the
high current carried by each wire because of its intimate
line contact, can be multiplied many times.
Maximum contact performance
The lower contact resistance of the Hypertac contact
reduces heat build-up; therefore Hypertac contacts are
able to handle far greater current in smaller contact
assemblies without the detrimental effects of high
temperature.
Immunity to shock & vibration
The low mass and resultant low inertia of the wires enable
them to follow the most abrupt or extreme excursions of
the pin without loss of contact. The contact area extends
360° around the pin and is uniform over its entire length.
The 3 dimensional symmetry of the Hypertac contact
design guarantees electrical continuity in all circumstances.
Reliability under harsh environments
Harsh environmental conditions require connectors that
will sustain their electrical integrity even under the most
demanding conditions such as shock and vibration.
The Hypertac contact provides unmatched stability in
demanding environments when failure is not an option.
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N Series
Contents
N Series ...................................................................................... 4
Features & Benefits .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Frames:
Frame B ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Frame BV ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Frame BY ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Frame H ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Frame JV ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Frame JY 1 ...................................................................................................................................................... 0
Modules:
Technical Characterisitics .................................................................................................................................. 11
Module H ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
Module K ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Module P ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
Module T ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Module V ....................................................................................................................................................... 16
Module V Coax ............................................................................................................................................... 17
Accessories .................................................................................................................................................... 18
Mounting Dimensions ...................................................................................................................................... 19
How to Order ................................................................................................................................................ 20