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Advanced Contact Technology
MultilamTechnology
The Multilam Principle
Multifunctional contact interfacefor static and dynamic contact applications
KontaktlamellenMultilam ContactsContact à lamelles
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Better contactsThe MC Multilam brought substantial improvements in relationto conventional contact systems.
AdvantagesThe Multilam soon developed into a whole system of contactelements. Its users recognised its outstanding advantages andwithin a short time a wide range of new application possibili-ties had evolved.
Basis for solutionsThis brochure is intended to show the principle and applicationof the Multilam and serves as an aid for designers and engi-neers in the development of high-quality and reliable contactsystems.
Further developmentsMulti-Contact uses the Multilam in all connectors in its productrange, and is constantly developing new components – also incollaboration with customers.
ExperienceMulti Contact offers total solutions because the installation andcorrect selection of the Multilams require experience andknow-how accumulated over many years.
There is always a solutionWith this extensive know-how Multi-Contact will be pleased tosupport you in your search for the best solution.
An ingenious ideaThe success story of Multi Contact isbased on the development of speciallyformed hard copper strips for electricalcontact, the so-called MC Multilams.
RoHSready
Directive 2002/95/EC on the restriction of the use of certainhazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
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Contact part A
Multilam louver
Contact part B The Multilam principle 4
Contents
The various types of Multilams 5
Contact part A
Contact part B
Cu-louver
Steel strip
Special forms of Multilam 6
General contact technology 7 – 11
Application range of the Multilams, temperatures,plugging cycles, current-carrying capacity andcalculation of current-carrying capacity 12 – 13
Technical data and typical applications of Multilams 14 – 19
Special design features 20 – 21
List of termswith
explanations
Glossary 22
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1 1 1 1 1
1 2 3R R R R Rg k k k kn
� � � �
R R (R R )k e f� � ��
2
RRng
k�
Rk1 Rk2 Rk3 Rkn
The Multilam Principle
The louver contacts are produced from strips, and allow electri-cal contact to be made via a large number of defined, currentcarrying contact points.
Each louver forms an independent, spring loaded currentbridge, so that the many parallel louvers substantially reducethe overall contact resistance.
Contact part A
Multilam louver
Contact part B
Contact arrangement with torsion spring-type Multilam
Re1
Rf1
Rl
Rf2
I
Re2 I
Contact part A
Contact part B
Rf1Re1 Rl Rf2 Re2
The contact resistance Rk of a Multilam louver can be found by the follow-ing formula:
Re1 /Re2 = constriction resistance
R�
= internal resistance of louver
Rf1 /Rf2 = film resistance
I = nominal current
The contact resistance Rg of the Multilam is determinedas follows: (Parallel connection of louvers)
n = number of louversRg
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LA0 LA0-G LAIA
LAIB
LA-CU
LAII
LA-CUT/0,25/0
LAI-GSR
LA-CUT/0,25
LAIII LAIV LAV LAVII Twisted
The various types of Multilams
MC Multilams based on the torsion spring principle
Characteristic features of the Multilams
• high resistance to heat
• high electrical and thermal conductivity
• sufficiently high contact forces
• high number of contact cycles
• large operating range (LA-CUT)
• excellent resistance to corrosion
• easy to process (form- and electroplate) small space require-ment
• low cost contact elements
• resistance to vibration
• long product life
MC Multilams based on the leaf spring principle
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LA-CU
LA-CUT
Special forms of Multilams for special requirements
Contact part A
Contact part B
Cu-louver
Steel strip
Features
• very good electrical and thermal conductivity
• excellent spring characteristics
• low but adequate contact force keeps wear rates to an abso-lute minimum
• security against excessive elongation
• compact width, saves space
• resistant to high tempartures (up to 180°C)
Functional division between spring element (steel strip) andelectrical conducting element (Cu louver)
Features
• excellent electrical conductivity
• high continuous current-carrying capacity
• high short-circuit current-carrying capacity
• large radial tolerance absorption
• large operating range
• angular misalignment absorption
• easy to machine recess
• easy to install
Functional division between spring element (steel strip) andelectrical conducting element (Cu louver)
Angular misalignment absorptionAngular absorption +/-2° dependent on the installation mode,diameter and plug-in depth
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General Contact Technology
Connector Definitions
Plug connectors are electrical connectors that must not be connected or disconnectedwhen in use for their intended purpose (under load).
Connectors: – are designed to be disconnected without load only
Plug and socket devices: – are designed to be connected and disconnected under load
Adequate contact forceto break through the oxide film
Contact requirements
The higher the constriction resistance increases,the higher the risk of contact welding!
The contact force
The hardness of the contact material
The service temperature
Parameters influencing the constriction resistance:
the higher the contact force, the lower the constriction resistance
the harder the material, the higher the constriction resistance
With increasing temperature, the constriction resistance increases and then graduallybreaks down when softening and melting temperatures are reached.
Constant contact forceover its working life
Constant contact resistanceover its working life
Good heat dissipationduring continuous operation
Low constriction resistance Re
i.e. many and large a-spots
Good thermal-shock resistancein event of short-circuit
Low contact resistance
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Contact parts with pollution film Contact parts closed
apparent contact area
film barrier within the supporting contact area
quasi-metallic contacts
effective contact area (a-spots)
Flat contact surfaces
With flat contact surfaces there is no real danger of a welding effect, because the constriction resistance is spread out over manycontact points. Flat contact surfaces are very susceptible to the formation of pollution films.
When contact parts close, contact areas with different electrical characteristics are formed
Cu-rail under the microscope
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Ra ne �
� �
�
2R
a ne �
� �
�
2
2a 2a
Formation of contact transitions
Flat contactCurrent paths evenly distributed, but oxide film may not becompletely broken through
Point contactCurrent paths restricted, oxide film is broken through but thereis a high risk of welding
� = specific resistance of the contact material
Re = constriction resistance
n = sum of the a-spots
a = radius of the effective contact areas (a-spots)
1 < 5mV very good2 5mV – 12mV good
3 13mV – 25mV sufficient, usable4 26mV – 50mV critical unsure
5 51mV – 100mV unusable6 > 100mV failed
Assessment of contact qualityThe quality of a connector can be assessed by measuring the voltage drop at the rated current (DC) over the point of contact. Thevalues in the following table are based on practical experience:
Class Voltage drop at rated current (DC) Assessment
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Material Electricalconductivity
Thermalconductivity
Vickershardness
bending stresslimit
Max. workingtemperature
Application
mx mm�
2
Wm K�
HVN
mm 2 °C
CuZnBrass 15,5 121 150 – 180 > 290 85
Spring contact
Plug connectors
Soldering tabs
Parts for switches
Substrate material
For relay contacts
CuSn6Spring bronze 9,5 75 160 – 220 370 125
CuBe2Beryllium-copper 12 113 max. 450
hardenedmax. 1050hardened 180
CuNi18Zn20Nickel silver 3,3 33 170 – 200 > 390 125
CuNi9Sn2Wieland L49 Ca72 6,4 48 160 – 190 > 440 125
NiBeNickel-Beryllium 4 38 440 – 510
hardenedmax. 1600hardened 350 for higher
temperatures
Cu 57 380 – 390 60 – 120 250 – Cu-data forcomparison purposes
Comparison between electrical, mechanical and thermal characteristicsof copper alloys and spring contact materials
Material Thickness in µm Advantages Disadvantages
Au 0,15 – 2,5
– good chemical stability– low contact force allowed– very good electrical / thermal conductivity– DRY-CIRCUIT applications, low current and
low voltage– good soldering characteristics
– high cost– relatively soft– diffusion barrier required– not free from pores with thin layers
Ag 5 – 10
– excellent electrical conductivity– excellent thermal conductivity– easy to form when cold– for medium and high currents– low abrasion
– subject to sulphide tarnishing– more expensive than Sn– minimum contact force
Sn 1 – 10
– low cost– easy to plate– easy to tin at low temperatures– good soldering characteristics
– only for low no. of plugging cycles n < 100– higher plug-in and withdrawal force– higher contact force necessary 3,5N – 5N– higher abrasion– susceptible to oxidation
Comparison between plating materials Au, Ag and Sn for connectors
Contact requirements • low contact force
• high thermal conductivity
• high electrical conductivity
• abrasion resistant
• corrosion resistant
• suitable for plating
• low cost
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Basic requirements for the design of connectors
Vibration– vibration proof– shock proof
Insulation– insulating– high dielectric strength– form stable– rugged
Contact failure– corrosion– oxide film– environment condition– misalignment
Contact element– heat resistant– elasticity
Efficiency of contact– current capacity– voltage capacity– contact resistance
Type of connection– soldering– clamping– AxiClamp– crimping– wrapping
Contact area– plugging cycles– plating thickness– material– abrasion
Contact characteristics– contact resistance– insulation resistance
Price of contact– contact plating– insulation– termination type– contact elements
Frequency characteristics– capacitance– reflection factor– shield– surge impedance
Contact testing– electrical– dimensions– mechanical– thermal– climatic
Contact heat– thermal resistance– power dissipation– thermal conductivity
Contact pressure– adequate– constant
Standardization– assembly dimensions– contact spacing– specifications– number of poles
plug-in force
sliding forcewithdrawal force
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Fields of application of Multilams
There is now a range of some 50 different Multilams, each ofwhich is designed for a specific application. Multilams with avery thin � strip thickness of 0,8mm to 0,125mm are usedwhere many plugging cycles are required. Connectors for fewplugging cycles and permanent contacts for press-fitting areequipped with thicker Multilams, e.g. 0,3mm to 0,5mm. Forextreme load conditions such as in switchgear, which are char-acterised by a large number of plugging or sliding operationsand high short-time currents, it is recommended to have theconnector fitted with guide rings.
Temperatures
The Multilams (Cu-Be alloy) are suitable for use at tempera-tures up to 180°C. In case of short circuits, temperatures up to250°C can be tolerated for a short time. The use of other alloysfor Multilams – e.g. NiBe – results in reduced current-carryingcapacity and conductivity. High-temperature connectors fortemperatures from 350°C – 400°C can be supplied withMultilams made of NiBe alloy. Multilams can also be used atextremely low temperatures. Experiments in liquid helium at4,2K have been successfully carried out.
Plugging cycle
The sliding forces of our connectors depend on several param-eters such as the type of Multilam, plating, the base materialsof the contact parts, the applied � lubricant etc. The data pro-vided here can be regarded as typical values. The coefficientsof friction typically vary around 0,35.In the technical data we state the � sliding force per louver fora mean friction coefficient of µr = 0,35. As a general rule thefollowing equation applies:
Standard high-current connectors are silver-plated to 5 – 10µm.These platings are suitable for approximately 5,000 pluggingcycles, provided they are coated with a thin film of lubricantbefore being used for the first time. For larger numbers of upto 30,000 plugging cycles, the Multilams and the contact sur-face which slides over them can be plated with a thicker layerof silver and a thin film of lubricant applied before their firstuse. Plugging cycles up to 100,000 or more require special sil-ver plating on both the Multila’s and the contact surfaces.
If more than 5,000 plugging cycles are required, MC recom-mends special � guide rings and “soft” (thin strip material)Multilams. Since “soft” Multilams have a reduced current-car-rying capacity, it may be necessary to fit several Multilams inparallel.
2-pole high temperature contact for an ambienttemperature of 350°C.
Multilam contact with guide rings
Strip thickness (Thickness of the Multilam strip)pages 14, 16, 18, 22
See
Lubricant, page 22See
Sliding force per louver / medium spring deflection,pages 14, 16, 18, 22
See
Fs = Sliding force of a contact
n = Number of louvers
µr = Friction coefficient
Fk = Contact force per louver accord. to tablepages 14, 16, 18
See
Example
Example
F n Fs r k� � �
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Current-carrying capacity
The current-carrying capacity of connections with Multilamsdepends upon a number of factors which can essentially be as-signed to two categories: contact resistance and environmen-tal conditions. Below the categories are further subdivided andthe relevant factors are named.
1. Internal resistance of the Multilam• Material resistance depends on the length and the con-
ductive cross-section
• Material of the louvers
2. Contact resistance between the louver andthe contact parts• Contact force Fk
• Size of the contact points
• Coating of the Multilam and the contact parts
• Oxidation, pollution layers
• Surface roughness of the contact parts
3. Resistance of the contact parts• Material
• Cross section of the contact parts
4. Environmental conditions• Ambient temperature
• External temperature influences
• Environmental conditions
The electrical values for Multilams stated in the table on pages14 – 19 are based on optimum conditions. That means, for in-stance, that contact surfaces with a roughness of N6 must beprovided with suitable and clean coatings, not oxidised or pol-luted. The ambient temperature is 20°C and the electricallyconducting cross-sections of the contact parts must beadequate.
Approximative calculation of thecurrent-carrying capacity
(Calculated with the values from tables on pages 14 – 19)
Number of louvers nfor round contacts:
Number of louvers nfor flat contacts:
Total resistance Rg
of a contact:
The rated continuous current In and the short-circuit currents Ik
(for 1s, 2s and 3s) and the rated peak withstand current are allcalculated in the same manner with the appropriate values:
I n Iwhole Multilam per louver� �
n = Number of louversd = Ø of contact = 3,1415...r = Contact spacing
(according to table pages 14,16,18)
n = Number of louvers� = Length of flat contactr = Contact spacing
(according to table pages 14,16,18)
Rg = Overall resistance of contact assemblyRk = Average contact resistance per louvern = Number of louvers
n = Number of louversI = currents
nd
r�
�
nr
�
�
RRng
k�
Plug assemblyNominal diameter= socket diameter
Socket assemblyNominal diameter= plug diameter
Flat assembly
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Technical data and typical applications of MC Multilams
1) The sliding force is normally determined on the end product2) see catalogue 1 Powerline
Multilam type Typical Sizes Applications Dimensions Mechanical data
Wid
thof
Mul
tilam
Thic
knes
sof
Mul
tilam
strip
Con
tact
spac
ing
Con
tact
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
flect
ion
Slid
ing
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
fl.µ r
=0,
35
mm bmm
smm
rmm
Fk
NFs
N
LA0/...LA0/0,15LA0/0,20LA0/0,25LA0/0,30
> Ø 25> Ø 25> Ø 25> Ø 25
Switches,disconnectorsearth connectorssliding and rotaryconnectors
26262626
0,150,20,250,3
5555
38,51517
1,053
5,256
LA0-G
LA0-G/0,25 > Ø 25
Switches,disconnectorsearth connectorssliding contacts
25 0,25 2,5 9 3,15
LAIA/...LAIA/0,08LAIA/0,10LAIA/0,125LAIA/0,15LAIA/0,20LAIA/0,25LAIA/0,30LAIA/0,40LAIA/0,50
Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 8 – Ø 20Ø 15 – Ø 20Ø 20 – Ø 70Ø 20 – Ø 70
Round contactsas in B8N toB20N 2),Flat contacts,as in fork plugs
17,517,517,517,517,517,517,517,517,5
0,080,1
0,1250,150,20,250,30,40,5
2,52,52,52,52,52,52,52,52,5
13471520
32,568105
0,351,051,42,55,25
711,423,837
LAIB/...
LAIB/0,08LAIB/0,10LAIB/0,125LAIB/0,15LAIB/0,20LAIB/0,25LAIB/0,30
Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70Ø 25 – Ø 70
Round contactsas in B25N toB40N 2),switches,disconnectors,earth connectors,sliding and rotarycontacts
17,617,617,617,617,617,617,6
0,080,1
0,1250,150,20,250,3
2,52,52,52,52,52,52,5
13471520
32,5
0,351,051,42,55,25
711,4
LAII/...
LAII/0,15LAII/0,20
Ø 3,5 – Ø 20Ø 3,5 – Ø 20
Transformersand fork plugs
1414
0,150,2
1,51,5
1016
3,55,6
Electrical data 1)
Rated current (A)per louver
l
A
n
Contact resistance (m�)per louver
R
m
k
�
Short circuit current (kA)per louver at
l skA
k1 1( ) l skA
k2 2( ) l skA
k3 3( )
Rated peak withstand current (kA)per louver
l
kA
p
0 7 14 21 28 35 42 49 56 63 0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1,0 0 0,2 0,4 0,6 0,8 1,0 1,2 1,4 1,6 1,8 0 0,7 1,4 2,1 2,8 3,5 4,2 4,9 5,6 6,3
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1) valid for Multilams made from hard copper, silver-plated (mating part Cu, silver-plated)
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Technical data and typical applications of MC Multilams
Multilam type Typical Sizes Applications Dimensions Mechanical data Thermal data
Wid
thof
Mul
tilam
Thic
knes
sof
Mul
tilam
strip
Con
tact
spac
ing
Con
tact
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
flect
ion
Slid
ing
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
fl.µ r
=0,
35
Con
tinuo
usus
ing
tem
pera
ture
Sho
rttim
ete
mpe
ratu
re
Ther
mal
resi
stan
cepe
rlo
uver
mm bmm
smm
rmm
Fk
NFs
N°C °C K/W
LA-CU
LA-CU/0,15-0,5 Ø 12 – Ø 400
Switchesdisconnectorsearth,connectorssliding and rotarycontacts
12 0,15 (Cu 0,5) 3,5 7 2,5 180 250 25
LA-CUT
LA-CUT/0,25 > Ø 50
Switchesdisconnectorsearth,connectorssliding and rotarycontacts
26 0,25 (Cu 1) 4 10 1 – 2 1) 150 250 25 – 30
LA-CUT/0,25/0 > Ø 50
Switchesdisconnectorsearth,connectorssliding and rotarycontacts
30 0,25 (Cu 1) 4 10 1 – 2 1) 150 250 25 – 30
1) The sliding force is normally determined on the end product
Electrical data 1)
Rated current (A)per louver
l
A
n1l
A
n 2
Contact resistance (m�)per louver
R
m
k
�
Short circuit current (kA)per louver at
l s
kA
k11( ) l s
kA
k 22( ) l s
kA
k 33( )
Rated peak withstand current (kA)per louver
l
kA
p
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1,0 0 0,2 0,4 0,6 0,8 1,0 1,2 1,4 1,6 0 0,6 1,2 1,8 2,4 3,0 3,6 4,2 4,8 5,4
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1) Valid for MC Multilam Contacts, silver-plated (mating part Cu, silver-plated)
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Technical data and typical applications of MC Multilams
Multilam type Typical Sizes Applications Dimensions Mechanical data
Wid
thof
Mul
tilam
Thic
knes
sof
Mul
tilam
strip
Con
tact
spac
ing
Con
tact
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
flect
ion
Slid
ing
forc
epe
rlo
uver
with
med
ium
sprin
gde
fl.µ r
=0,
35
mm bmm
smm
rmm
Fk
NFs
N
LAIIILAIII/0,125LASIII/0,15LAIII/0,20LAIII/0,30
Ø 2 – Ø 20Ø 2 – Ø 20Ø 2 – Ø 20Ø 2 – Ø 20
Test cables,probes
12121212
0,1250,1500,2000,300
0,8 – 1,00,8 – 1,00,8 – 1,00,8 – 1,0
3,572)
–
1,252,5
2)
–
LAIV
LAIV/0,10LAIV/0,125LAIV/0,15
Ø 0,5 – Ø 4Ø 0,5 – Ø 4Ø 0,5 – Ø 4
Test cables,probes,miniaturesockets
888
0,1000,1250,150
0,6 – 0,80,6 – 0,80,6 – 0,8
––
10
––
3,5
LAV
LAV/0,10LAV/0,125LAV/0,15
Ø 0,5 – Ø 4Ø 0,5 – Ø 4Ø 0,5 – Ø 4
Miniaturesockets
555
0,1000,1250,150
0,6 – 0,80,6 – 0,80,6 – 0,8
––3
––
1,05
LAVII
LAVII/0,125 Ø 0,8 – Ø 2,36Miniaturesockets 3 0,125 0,6 – 0,8 – –
1) The sliding force will be determined by the end product2) No indication of guide values possible, these values depend on the final use
Electrical data 1)
Rated current (A)per louver
l
A
n1
Contact resistance (m�)per louver
R
m
k
�
Short circuit current (kA)per louver at
l skA
k1 1( ) l skA
k2 2( ) l skA
k3 3( )
Rated peak withstand current (kA)per louver
l
kA
p
0 1,5 3,0 4,5 6,0 7,5 9,0 10,5 12,0 13,5 0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9 1,0 0 0,04 0,08 0,12 0,16 0,20 0,24 0,28 0,32 0,36 0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0,8 0,9
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1) Valid for Multilams made from hard copper, gold-plated2) No indication of guide values possible, these values depend on the final use
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Special design features
With MC Multilam technology, users have available an extremelyflexible and individually adaptable contact interface.
Cylindrical contactsThe Multilams are fitted on cylindricalcontact rings. Either in a socket (fe-male), the mating part being a rigid pin,or on a pin (male) and the mating part arigid socket. Also for dynamic applica-tions (axial movement or rotatable).
Flat contactsare suitable for connecting busbars, ei-ther as a connector or a clamping unit.This allows connection and disconnec-tion with large busbars.
Fork contactsare suitable for connecting busbars tothe plug-in module system. Connectionsto parallel busbars can easily be madewith “floating” fork contacts.
Spherical contactsAccommodate angular misalignmentsand axial movements (sliding).
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MC Multilams
Countless applications and a basis for new developments
The first step to a solution foryour own contact
is a simple form to be filled in online with your contact re-quirements
You will find this form under:www.multi-contact.com > Downloads > Online Forms >Checklist / Inquiry Form
Send the generated pdf-form, together with possible addi-tions or additional requirements by mail to:[email protected]
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Glossary
Strip thickness sThickness of the Multilam strip without plating.
Leaf spring MultilamIndividual louvers have a spring action as a result of theircurved shape. Leaf spring Multilam bands are usually gold ornickel plated.
Torsion spring MultilamMC Multilam type with individual louvers which deflect undertorsion. They are made from copper alloy and are usually silverplated.
Definition In1, In2
In1 = Nominal current under normal environmental conditionsand good contact quality according to table, page 9. In1 is thebasis for MC design.In2 = Nominal current under optimal environmental conditionsand sufficient contact quality according to table, page 9.
Internal resistance of the louverresults from the specific resistance of the louver material, thedistance the current must travel through the louver and the ac-tive cross-section.
StandardsIEC 61984 (VDE 0627):Safety requirements and tests for plug connectors.
IEC 61010-031 (VDE 0411-031):Safety regulations and hand-held accessories for test and mea-surement.
IEC 62271-1 (VDE 0671-1):High voltage switchgear and switch devices – general defini-tions.
Contact force Fk
is defined as the spring force of a louver at medium deflection.
Contact resistanceis the resistance of the point of contact between the Multilamand the contact parts.
Multilam recessGroove milled into the contact part for the “floating” mountingof a Multilam louver.
RoHS – 2002/95/ECEuropean Directive 2002/95/EC (“RoHS” for short) restricts theuse of certain hazardous substances in household equipment.Multilam strips are component parts, and as such are not di-rectly affected by this directive. They also contain none of thesubstances which are scheduled under the directive and cantherefore be safely incorporated in devices to which thedirective applies.
Multilam louverIndividual contact element of a Multilam strip; there are either� leaf spring louvers or � torsion spring louvers.
Contact spacing ris the distance between the centres of two � Multilam lou-vers.
Sliding force FS
is the purely frictional force of the deflected Multilam.The stated figures are average values obtained with a thin lu-bricant film and after 20 – 30 mating cycles. The values arehigher in new connectors. The sliding force is determined inthe end product, since its value is not determined solely by theMultilam.
Plug-in force FSt
is the maximum force needed in order to deflect the Multilamwhen mating the connector. It is made up of the spring forceand the frictional force.The plug-in force is determined in the end product, since itsvalue is not determined solely by the Multilam.It should be noted that the plug-in force is always greater thanthe sliding force. The plug-in force is usually not indicated.
LubricantsMC recommends the following lubricants:Grease (general electrical contacts):METALON HT-1,5-50ML (73.1052)KONTASYNTH BA100 SPRAY (73.1051)*Sliding grease:in SF6-Gas: Barrierta I EL-102*Press-fitting and sealing grease:Barrierta I S-402 or Barrierta I MI-202** from Klüber Lubrication, Munich.
Difference between plug-in force and sliding force
Mating way
Fo
rce
FSt FS
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