Harsh Environment Connectivity SolutionsHarsh Environment Connectivity Solutions
A Series Male ConnectorsA Series Male Connectors
The original A Series premium XLR connector withThe original A Series premium XLR connector with
adjustable dual pressure plate cable clamp, flexibleadjustable dual pressure plate cable clamp, flexible
strain relief, and removable pin insert.strain relief, and removable pin insert.
CONSTRUCTION:CONSTRUCTION: Sturdy, die-cast zinc with satin nickel finish or Black-Velvet® finish to
withstand hard use - even abuse. Vel-Tone non-reflective finish on QGP (XLR) connectors
only.
INSERT INSULATION:INSERT INSULATION: High-impact, molded thermoplastic provides high dielectric
strength, and superior insulation resistance.
LOCKING:LOCKING: Latchlock on female plugs and receptacles locks into groove in mating male
connector to prevent accidental disconnect. Manual release of latchlock is required to
separate connectors. Q-G connectors are also available with FAS-DISCONNECT detent in
place of latchlock. QGP (XLR) has die-cast latchlock.
FAS-DISCONNECT:FAS-DISCONNECT: FAS-DISCONNECT detent permits immediate disconnect of locked
connectors with a 4-pound (1.8 kg) force. FAS-DISCONNECT connectors are not
recommended for use in situations where strong or violent pulls on cable may occur and
cause accidental disconnect. Available on Q-G (XLR) connectors only.
DUAL PRESSURE PLATES:DUAL PRESSURE PLATES: A*F and A*M Series provides secure cable lock and strain relief
for all standard size cables.
FLEX RELIEF:FLEX RELIEF: TPR cable flex relief bushings on cord plugs are keyed to shell. Standard
bushing opening accepts cables from .21 to .3 inch diameter Bushings with other
openings accommodate cables from .105 to .205 inch diameter and from .3 to .328 inch
diameter.
CONTACTS:CONTACTS: Q-G female connectors are copper alloy, silver-plated, tarnish-resistant; male
contacts are copper alloy, silver-plated, tarnish-resistant. Gold-plated female contacts are
copper alloy. Male contacts are gold-plated.
WIRING:WIRING: Large, unique design solder cups make wiring fast and easy. Certain receptacles
are also available with PC terminals for use with printed circuit boards.