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Facilitating power connection directly to the PCB

HanOnBoard is a connector technology from Harting which can replace standard discrete wiring by allowing power I/O connectors to be mounted and connected directly to a printed circuit board (PCB).

30/01/2016 10:11:33

Han connectors are connected to the board via a PCB mounted adapter through which data, signals and power are distributed. This eliminates time-consuming and potentially fault-prone wiring and is based on an optimum combination of tried-and-tested Han components, Harting PCB adapters and Harting PCB products.

Because HanOnBoard is compact and weight-saving, it offers additional benefits over traditional wiring: printed circuit boards are more resistant to external influences such as shock and vibration compared with discrete wiring, and the total electrical path can be conformally coated to provide enhanced protection.

In addition to eliminating manual wiring, HanOnBoard also replaces any potential wiring troubleshooting with quick module replacement and will help to avoid service faults.

A PCB with HanOnBoard can replace dozens of power cable interconnections, allowing distribution boxes to be made lighter and more compact.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.