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The Conxrite® CNX 410 Series is a solderless LED interconnector that provides a simplified method of electrically connecting panel mounted LEDs to a power source. Present connecting methods include soldering or crimping wires directly to the fragile LED leads, often resulting in their being damaged or broken. The vibration and shock while in transit, resulting from the weight of unsupported wire and harness suspended from the fragile LED leads causes work-hardening, metal fatigue and eventual failure of the electrical connection. An external resistor may also be included in the circuitry, soldered directly to the LED or added to an already cluttered circuit board. In addition, field service replacement of hard-wired LEDs can be very time consuming and expensive.

• CNX 410 Engineering Drawing.pdf (89)
• CNX 410 Catalog Page.pdf (159)

The Conxrite^® with molded plastic body and self contained 0.5 watt resistor eliminates the necessity of an external resistor. Conxrite^® with its incorporated ballast resistor can be used on circuits from 3 to 28 volts. Wiper contacts make for easy LED installation while compensating for varying sizes of leads. Conxrite^® makes a positive connection with either panel-mounted lens mounts or the clip and ring LED mount.

The interconnector provides various methods of LED connection to power source circuitry, further simplifying assembly procedures. Standard interconnectors are offered in lengths of 4", 8", 12", 18" and 24" and include a locking header connector. Terminations are also available with stripped wire leads for terminal attachment or soldering directly to the circuit board.

Conxrite^® requires no tools for assembly while providing a simple, fast press-fit connection to various Cliplite^® style lenses. These include moisture sealing lenses or clip and ring mounted LEDs. In addition, use of the Conxrite^® precludes the necessity of direct hard-wiring with its potential heat exposure and probable damage to the LED.

Conxrite^® supports and stress-relieves the LED leads providing the stability necessary to eliminate the broken or damaged lead problem. In addition, panel LED push-back problems, typical of the clip and ring mount, are resolved, resulting in a more secure assembly. Data from vibration tests conducted under actual operating conditions indicated continual stability of the Conxrite^® when subjected to forces of 2Gs, 4Gs and 6Gs from 0 to 2000 Hz.

The Conxrite^® interconnector system also provides various means of connecting to a power source. A connector is included for quick attachment to a PCB-mounted header. The interconnector is available with stripped wire leads allowing attachment of various terminals or soldering directly to the PCB.

Conxrite^® facilitates the preassembly of wiring harnesses, precluding the need for hard-wiring directly to the LED. This permits easy installation of LEDs in final assembly and replacement of defective LEDs in test and field service operations, both of which help lower costs.

• Versatility - Conxrite LED cable assemblies simplify interfacing between power source and display. Options include: LED - single or multi-color. Wire -size, color, length. Termination - header connector locking, single or dual row. Terminals, ring or spade type.
• Brightness - Conxrite increases viewing angle to 180° and enhances the apparent brightness of panel mounted LEDs. Mono, multi-color, infrared and photo detection devices can be displayed in the manner. Accommodates LED output from 20 to 20,000mcd.
• Application - Conxrite LED cable assemblies are for use in consumer products, communications, industrial controls, heavy equipment, automotive and security projects. Designed for an office environment or harsh exterior conditions. Tested for UV, solar, shock, vibration and temperature cycling. Sealed version exceeds NEMA 4 for dust, water and ice. Provides ESD circuit protection.
• Installation - Conxrite assembly "plug and play" approach simplifies cable installation. Insert lens into panel opening, slide lock washer over lens barrel, secure connector to lens with a half turn.

Specifications:

• Material: Lens - Polycarbonate, UL 94 V0; Connector - Thermoplastic (white), 94 V0; Moisture seal - EPDM; Locking ring - FH Steel, Nickel Plate; Terminals - Phosphor bronze, tin plate; Wire - 1007/1569, 22-24 awg stranded PVC jacket
• Electrical: Terminal - 3 amp continuous service. Unique design mates to round, square, rectangular leads .017" to .030".
• Mounting: CMC 441 series lens - for standard dry applications. CMS 442 series lens - for dust and wet conditions. CMC 441 / HMS 442 lens mounts through a 5/ 16"(8mm) hole on 1/2" centers. Panel thickness 1/32" to 1/8".
• Test Data: Assembly tested for Shock/vibration - 6g's at 2000hz, Temperature -40° to +105°C, Solar and UV. Meets NEMA 4, for water, ice and dust. Test conducted by Consolidated Laboratories Inc.
• LEDs: 5mm LEDs - bi-lead on .100" centers, trim leads to .220"±.010. Tri-lead, six lead devices - installed by VCC.

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