High-Current Pin Receptacles


High-Current Pin Receptacles

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Mill-Max 107306518 Connectors

Description

Mill-Max High-Current Pin Receptacles feature beryllium copper contacts and brass alloy shells, available in open-bottom and closed-bottom configurations. They provide up to 42 A current capacity at a 30°C temperature rise, 10 mΩ maximum contact resistance, and 1000 minimum mechanical cycles. These RoHS-compliant receptacles support solder-mount and press-fit installation into non-plated through holes and operate from -55°C to +125°C.


Mill-Max 107306518 High-Current Pin Receptacles

Introduction

The Mill-Max 107306518 is a high-current pin receptacle designed to create reliable, removable electrical connections in demanding electronic and power applications. Its robust contact design supports substantial current flow while maintaining low contact resistance and dependable mechanical performance.

Part Description

Mill-Max High-Current Pin Receptacles use beryllium copper contacts within brass alloy shells to provide strong spring contact force, conductivity, and mechanical durability. They are available in open-bottom and closed-bottom configurations, allowing designers to select the arrangement that best suits their assembly and circuit-board requirements.

Key characteristics include:

  • Up to 42 A current capacity with a 30°C temperature rise
  • Maximum contact resistance of 10 mΩ
  • At least 1,000 mechanical mating cycles
  • Operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C
  • Solder-mount and press-fit installation options
  • Designed for installation into non-plated through holes
  • RoHS-compliant construction

These receptacles are suited for accepting mating pins in applications where conventional low-current headers or socket contacts may not provide sufficient current-handling capability.

Applications

Potential applications for high-current pin receptacles include:

  • Power distribution boards
  • High-current PCB interconnects
  • Removable power modules
  • Battery connection systems
  • Motor-control electronics
  • DC power supplies and converters
  • Test fixtures and production test equipment
  • Industrial control assemblies
  • Board-to-board power connections
  • High-power LED and lighting systems

Industries

These pin receptacles can be used across a range of industries, including:

  • Industrial automation
  • Power electronics
  • Renewable energy
  • Transportation and electric vehicles
  • Aerospace and defense
  • Telecommunications
  • Medical equipment
  • Robotics
  • Test and measurement
  • Commercial and consumer electronics

Usage Ideas

  1. Modular DC Power Supply
    Use the receptacle to connect a removable high-current output module to a main power-distribution PCB.

  2. Battery Management Assembly
    Install receptacles on a control board to create serviceable connections for battery pack leads or high-current sensing modules.

  3. Motor Controller Test Fixture
    Build a reusable test fixture with mating pins and receptacles for quickly connecting motor-control boards during production testing.

Conclusion

The Mill-Max 107306518 High-Current Pin Receptacle is a durable interconnect solution for applications requiring removable, low-resistance, high-current PCB connections. With support for up to 42 A, wide-temperature operation, multiple mounting methods, and reliable beryllium copper contacts, it is well suited for power, industrial, transportation, and test-system designs.