Custom medical interconnect available off the shelf

Said to be a fraction of the cost of competing machined-contact systems, the MediSpec medical plastic circular (MPC) interconnect system is a custom-off-the-shelf interconnect that delivers high-mating cycles and low-mating forces. The system employs a proven stamped-and-formed contact system to help ensure a reliable electrical interface with a 10,000-cycle durability rating.

The contact interface (pin field) for both the plugs and receptacles are factory-sealed to prevent ingress of flux into the contact zone during wire termination processes, as well as prevent ingress through the pin field during field use. An optional locking sleeve is available to ensure the cable’s un-mating force complies with ANSI / AAMI-EC53 specification (>90 N); even without the locking sleeve, the cable achieves between 15 and 20 N un-mating force. The simple push-pull engagement mechanism provides ease-of-use even with surgical gloves. Four diameters are to be offered with up to 8, 17, 35 or 59 contacts, plus four keying positions and six colors. An additional IP64-rated sealing option is available to provide splash-proof protection.