Amphenol Industrial Operations Partners with Melni Technologies to Introduce New RadCrimp® for 8~6 AWG

The latest addition to Amphenol’s RadCrimp solar connector series simplifies connector installation while improving long-term efficiency and reliability

Endicott, NY, August 6, 2024 – Amphenol Industrial Operations (“Amphenol” or the “Company”), a global leader in interconnect systems, announced the introduction of its RadCrimp® for 8~6 American Wire Gage (AWG), as the latest installment in its series of solar splice connectors, which offer unparalleled performance in solar installations and related applications. The new product, developed in partnership with Melni Technologies, significantly improves crimp reliability in the field, while helping to reduce the amount of failures that are directly related to improper crimping.

Amphenol’s RadCrimp series is ideal for use in new solar PV installations, field retrofits and repairs in solar installations and any other field terminations requiring a reliable sealed power connection. By integrating its innovative design with practical features, the connector series stands out from its competitors and is ready to meet the evolving needs of sustainable energy solutions with unmatched efficiency, reliability and environmental responsibility.

The key advantages of the new RadCrimp for 8~6 AWG include:

• The elimination of the crimping process and the need for specialized crimping tools, making the RadCrimp safe to install by field technicians, which reduces labor time and cost.
• Very quick, simple and long-lasting connection with industry-leading pull strength, thanks to its patented Dual Helix Spiral Termination technology.
• An emphasis on safety and reliability. RadCrimp is certified according to UL 6703 and IEC 62852 standards for 1500V DC, affirming its suitability and safety for high-voltage solar energy applications.
• Versatile wire compatibility accommodates a wide range of photovoltaic wire sizes, from 8 AWG (50A) to 6 AWG (65A) and 12 AWG (20A) to 10 AWG (30A), ensuring its viability for various solar installations and configurations.
• IP68 sealing protection, ensuring that connectors are safeguarded against dust ingress and water immersion, crucial for maintaining functionality in the demanding environments typical of solar energy applications.

“Proper solar connector crimping can take a lot of precise work and could lead to costly and dangerous malfunctions, if installed even slightly incorrectly,” said Mark Cunningham, General Manager of Amphenol Industrial Operations. “The RadCrimp eliminates the anxiety and potential hazards that come with connector installation. Our product gives solar operators the peace of mind that their solar power system is securely equipped with high quality connectors that aren’t at risk of malfunction or decay.”

“Partnering with Amphenol on the RadCrimp solar connector series has brought about incredibly fruitful results, as our Spiral Termination Technology is well-suited to address the key crimping and installation issues that frequently plague solar power system installers,” said Mark Melni, Owner and Inventor of Melni Technologies.

About Amphenol Industrial Operations

Amphenol Industrial Operations, headquartered in Endicott, N.Y., with global manufacturing, sales and marketing locations, specializes in delivering a comprehensive range of high-reliability power and signal connectors along with interconnection systems designed specifically for industrial applications. Our solutions cater to diverse industrial sectors, including alternative energy, power generation and storage, rail and mass transit, process control, automotive manufacturing, heavy equipment, wireless base stations, and petrochemical.

Our product portfolio encompasses power interconnects utilizing RADSOK® contact technology, ruggedized military derivative commercial cylindrical connectors, like Threaded (SAE AS50151 style), PT (MIL-DTL-26482 style) and GT reverse bayonet style, assemblies and harnesses using these and other industry standard interconnects. With a dedicated team of over 900 skilled professionals and certifications including ISO9001 and IATF 16949, Amphenol Industrial Operations consistently meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

Amphenol Industrial Operations proudly operates as a business unit of Amphenol Corporation, one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers and marketers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. Headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut, Amphenol Corporation had annual sales of $12.6 billion in 2023.

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