Molex has expanded the MX150L offering to support large wire AWG applications with 8, 10 and 12 AWG wire-to-wire connectors. These newly available connectors are well-suited for high power, rugged applications including agriculture, construction and marine equipment, as well as recreational vehicles. The integral two-way, silicone-based mat-seal on the mating connectors is specifically designed and tested to IEC IP 67. This feature enables the MX150L product family to exceed waterproof demands as a true sealed connector system tested under submersed conditions in various fluids. The newly added AWG connectors also have high connector forces, increased terminal retention forces and superior electrical and mechanical performance capabilities.
These easy-to-use connectors are shipped in one piece that includes mat and interfacial seals, as well as housing and terminal position assurance. Their design does not require component assembly, which cuts time and labor costs, and eliminates the need to purchase or handle wire seals. When it comes to plugging in the connectors, the MX150L product family features a simple crimp, poke and plug application, which only requires inserting a crimped terminal lead and seating the TPA into its final locked position.
With two independent terminals, the new additions to the MX150L product family have a 7.62 mm (.300”) pitch housing design with two styles of terminals for wire styles ranging from 8 to 12 AWG, and insulation thickness ranging from 0.155 to 0.237” outside diameter. By clicking both audibly and tactically on insertion, extraction and mating, the MX150L connectors offer reliable mating and terminal loading and removal. Installation requires a common screwdriver, needle nose pliers and a terminal extraction tool. The MX150L product family conforms to IL 1977 standards so they can also be used in data, signal, control and power applications.