2-in-1 Pre-Insulated POD-LOK Receptacle/Housing

TE Connectivity (TE) introduces pre-insulated POD-LOK receptacle terminals. They combine Positive Lock receptacles with Glow Wire Test (GWT), UL 94 V-0 rated housings. The result is an ergonomic, low insertion force (LIF) receptacle and integral robust housing supplied in strip form that can be crimped and applied in one quick step with an automatic applicator.

Target Markets and Applications

• Major appliances
• HVAC systems
• Industrial machinery
• Commercial equipment
• In household appliances, they may be useful for power cord applications, for water valve applications, within refrigerators, for water heater connections and more
• In industrial/commercial applications, they may be found in vending machines, HVAC systems and more

Key Benefits

• Offers large gripping and pushing surfaces making the housings ergonomically friendly, potentially contributing to line workers’ comfort and productivity
• Helps prevent unintentional disconnection with a locking feature– a common cause of field failures reported by customers
• Provides excellent electrical insulation and mechanical protection of connectors with nylon 6/66 housing material, while meeting GWT 750˚C and UL 94 V-0
• Aids in the compliance of end products with UL recognition, file E28476