Amphe-PRB Series Expansion – 2024

Amphenol Industrial Expands Amphe-PRB Connector Series for Emerging Markets

Amphenol Industrial, a leader in high-reliability power and signal connectors, has announced the expansion of its Amphe-PRB series. Specifically designed to meet the growing demands of industries such as energy storage, industrial automation, and alternative energy, the Amphe-PRB series offers a balance of affordability and Amphenol’s trusted reliability. This expansion is a significant move toward providing cost-effective and rugged connectivity solutions tailored to the changing needs of modern industries.

The Amphe-PRB series is Amphenol’s answer to the increasing demands for affordable, high-performance connectors in emerging markets. As industries like energy storage, renewable energy, and automation continue to grow, they operate under strict cost constraints while still requiring robust solutions. Traditional metallic circular connectors, though durable and reliable, often do not meet these economic requirements. The Amphe-PRB series provides an innovative alternative.

This new addition to Amphenol’s product line features a lightweight thermoplastic design, making it both durable and cost-effective. The thermoplastic shell is UL F1-rated for outdoor use, offering excellent resistance to ultraviolet light, water exposure, and immersion. These features make it ideal for use in challenging environments where ruggedness and reliability are paramount. Designed to bridge the gap between performance and cost, the Amphe-PRB offers an affordable solution without compromising on the quality that defines Amphenol products.

The Amphe-PRB series boasts several key features. One of its most notable characteristics is the quick positive coupling enabled by its reverse bayonet design. This feature allows for a secure connection that reduces installation time, making it easier for users in high-vibration environments to ensure a solid, stable connection. Additionally, the Amphe-PRB connectors are rated to withstand shocks and vibrations up to 15g, which is critical for applications where consistent connectivity is essential, such as in industrial automation and heavy equipment.

The series also has an ingress protection rating of IP67, ensuring that the connectors are fully protected from dust and can withstand immersion in water up to one meter for 30 minutes. This makes the Amphe-PRB an excellent choice for outdoor and harsh environment applications. The connectors are also UV-resistant and meet the UL F1 standard for UV degradation resistance, which is crucial for components exposed to outdoor conditions.

To meet modern safety standards, the Amphe-PRB series incorporates a touch-proof design that provides additional protection against accidental contact with live components. Furthermore, it is designed to be cost-effective, making use of high-quality plastic resin and Amphenol’s 3.6mm RADSOK contacts. These contacts enable the connectors to carry high currents of up to 60A, offering a low-cost solution that maintains the high current-carrying capacity required in many applications.

The Amphe-PRB series also excels in its mechanical and electrical performance, making it suitable for various industries. It has a rated current of 46A for standard contacts and up to 60A for RADSOK contacts, with a rated voltage of 600VAC. Its dielectric withstanding voltage is 2000VAC, and it has an insulation resistance of 5000 MΩ, ensuring reliable electrical performance even in challenging conditions. The series operates effectively in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +100°C, allowing it to function in extreme environments, and it is designed to endure up to 500 mating cycles, offering long-lasting performance for demanding applications.

This connector series is designed to serve a wide array of applications. It is particularly suited for energy storage systems, which are becoming increasingly important in today’s energy landscape. As the demand for efficient and reliable energy storage solutions grows, the Amphe-PRB series provides a cost-effective solution for these high-volume applications. It is also ideal for use in solar inverters and converters, where reliability and cost-efficiency are crucial.

The outdoor lighting sector also benefits from the UV resistance and IP67 rating of the Amphe-PRB connectors, making them a perfect fit for systems that need to withstand harsh outdoor conditions. In the data/telecom and industrial automation industries, the Amphe-PRB’s rugged design and ability to resist shock and vibration ensure consistent performance, which is essential in these high-stakes environments.

In conclusion, the Amphe-PRB series expansion is a significant milestone for Amphenol Industrial as it continues to innovate and provide solutions that address the evolving needs of modern industries. As industries demand more from their components, particularly in terms of cost-effectiveness and reliability, Amphenol’s Amphe-PRB series offers a solution that meets both current and future needs. Whether for energy storage, industrial automation, alternative energy, or outdoor applications, the Amphe-PRB series delivers a combination of performance, durability, and affordability that positions it as a leader in the market.