Electrical Connectors Flashcards
There are several style of connectors available for use in aircraft. The most common are those built to:
Military specifications
How are plugs and receptacles identified?
By where they are located
*if a plug is in receptacle #5, those are their identifiers and must stay in the same location
Plugs are normally located on what side?
removal side
Receptacles are normally located on what side?
Fixed side
Which side normally contains the power?
The socket side
What side normally contains the ground?
The Pin Side
Pin and socket contacts have an inspection hole to ensure what?
that the proper length of wire is inserted into the contact
Military Specified connectors are separated into what?
types and classes. There are then variations to this.
What are Class A connectors for?
General purpose w/ a solid one-piece back shell
What are Class B connectors for?
Used to access solder
Back shell is split in two
What are Class C connectors for?
Pressurizing
Used on walls and bulkheads
What are Class E connectors for?
Environmental connector with moisture sealing grommet in the back shell
What are Class K connectors for?
for when current flow is vital and may be exposed to a continuous open flame
Fireproof
What are Class R connectors for?
Intended to replace class E where short length and lighter weight is required
Similar to class E
What is the most common and preferred type of contact?
Crimped
most commonly used tool system is by Daniels Manufacturing Corporation
