ILME Surface Mount Housings



May 20, 2013

ILME surface mount housingMajor Electronix has expanded their line of rectangular multipole connectors to include ILME surface mount rectangular housing bases. These housings join the existing line of bulkhead mount housings that correspond to ILME rectangular inserts. Available in a range of sizes, these surface mount housings differ from bulkhead housings in that they feature side cable entries from PG 16 to PG 42 sizes. Cable entries can be either single on one side or dual with an entry on each side. As with the bulkhead mount housings, the surface mount housings are constructed from die cast aluminum and can come with or without a cover. They can obtain an IP 65 or IP 66 rating when attached to a corresponding hood, indicating total protection from dirt and resistance from water jets.

Surface mount housings are also offered in double sizes to accommodate two corresponding inserts. Other varieties include thermoplastic insulating versions as well as housing that carry IP 68 ratings. IP 68 means that once the housing is locked with the right hood, it can be protected from being submersed in water. High temperature housings are able to withstand temperatures up to 180 C. There are also housings specifically made to resist the corrosion that can be prevalent in harsh environments.

The line of ILME rectangular multipole connectors offered through Major Electronix, including the surface mount housings, is currently being updated online with more products added every day.