Amphenol-Tuchel RADSOK® Family
Amphenol Tuchel RADSOK® technology is based on a stamped and formed flat grid that is uniquely twisted into a hyperbolic geometry to provide robust, high density contact to the mating pin contact. Unlike most other pin and socket solutions, the RADSOK® utilizes tensile strength properties of the flat, high conductivity alloy grid where most pin and socket technologies rely on spring properties that tend to weaken over time. This tensile strength property provides high normal forces required for conductivity while also providing a large conductive surface area. Correspondingly low voltage drop and low temperature rise are also achieved while maintaining low insertion force.
RADSOK Technology Advantages
• High reliability - unique design and construction creates an electrical contact interface that exceeds typical interconnect requirements
• Low contact engagement/separation force - Hyperbolic lamella socket contact construction distributes normal forces over high percentage of mating pin surface for a smooth, even engagement effort. This force distribution contributes to excellent performance in vibration applications with resistance to typical fretting corrosion
• Low contact resistance - high current ratings compared to traditional power contact designs
• High mating cycle durability - RADSOK contacts with typical silver plating finishes have demonstrated survival of 20,000 mating cycles. Specialized plating and contact lubricants can extend cycle life to 200k matings or higher. RADSOK contacts have been tested to maintain low contact resistance beyond 10k mating cycles, even with continuous exposure to harsh environmental abuse
• The design of the RADSOK contact provides a degree of self-cleaning. As the pin is inserted into the socket, the grid elements provide a wiping action removing minor contaminants from the pin
RADSOK Design
• Socket cylinder within female contact has several equally spaced longitudinal beams twisted into a hyperbolic shape
• As a male pin is inserted, axial members in the female half deflect, imparting high current flow across the connection with minimal voltage loss
• Hyperbolic, stamped grid configuration ensures a large, coaxial, face-to-face surface area engagement
• Ideal for crimp termination applications requiring repeated mating cycles and high current with a low multi-volt drop
Standard and Custom-Developed Solutions
• Steady-state current capacities range from 50A to over 1kA
• Available with a variety of positive-locking features (HiLok® and SurLok®) that ensure and maintain fully-mated connections
• Sealing (Sealtac™) and high voltage hot break options are available within the RADSOK itself or within a very wide range of IP rated connector housings to provide environmental protection to the contact area
Busbar|Mate
• Screw version
• Busbar solution
• +150°C maximum operating temperature (including self-heating)
• Available in 6mm, 8mm, and 10mm
Board|Mate
• High power for PCB
• Up to 75% quicker than screw connection
• Compact design requires less space
• Board-to-board and board-to-cable solutions
• Available in 3.6mm, 6mm, 8mm Radsok
Ground|Mate
• For grounding systems or potential equalization (PE)
• Fast and easy mating
• Secure and reliable contact system
• Designed for power applications
• Vibration-proof solution
Eco|Mate
• Circular metal connectors with Radsok contacts
• Housings can go up to IP67
• Fast and easy mating
Heavy|Mate
• Heavy duty rectangular connectors that are using monoblock or modular inserts
• Radsok can be used in combination with IP65 to IP69K
• Fast and easy mating
Contacts & Housing
• Touch proof housings
• Vibration proof
• Three categories of Housings: Click|fit contacts, Integrated locking, Active pin-lock and connector
• Available in 3.6mm, 6mm, 8mm
Wallbushing Connector
• Power distribution connector
• Easy and fast assembling from one side
• Fast mating and unmating without any tool
• Available for 6mm and 8mm Radsok
Tools
• Tools needed to crimp Radsok contacts
• Electro hydraulic crimping unit
• Crimping dies
Associated Connectors
Amphenol Aerospace Tri-Power Connectors
Combines reliability of D38999 connectors with the high-current RADSOK and Temper-Grip contacts.