The PD400 Connector is a durable and low-maintenance 400 Hz aircraft connector with a detachable nose, designed for connecting ground power to aircraft. It features high conductivity contacts, is compatible with various 400 Hz cables, and boasts IP66/IP67 ratings for robust environmental protection
LPA | PD400 Connector | 400HZ Detachable Front Nose
Features and Benefits
- External components manufactured from impact resistant, thermally stable and chemically resistant thermoplastics
- Detachable front power/control contacts and contact insulator (nose) are easy to maintain and replace
- Suitable for a wide range of composite and single core 400 Hz cables
- Exterior replaceable handle/strain relief system
- IP66 and IP67 rated
- Low maintenance and impact resistant
- Configured to meet customer requirements
- High conductivity silver plated copper contacts
- Connector sealed to IP67 (filler not required)
- Switched control tube (replaceable) located in F contact provides an indication once the connector has been 90% inserted into the mating receptacle (optional feature)
- Nominal voltage: 115/200 V, 400 Hz
- Current carrying capacity (cont): 450 A (power), 35 A (control)
- Current overload: 1500 A for 1 min (power)
- High-voltage test: 4000 V
- Operating temperature: -25°C to +90°C (including temperature rise)
- Ingress protection: IP66 & IP67
- Mating forces: As per ISO 461-1
- Weight (unfilled): 2.30 kg
- Applicable standards: ISO 461-1, ISO 461-2, BS 4G 173-1, VG 96966-1, MIL-C-7974D
- Compatibility: Mates with ISO 461-2 and MS90362 receptacles
- Connection of 400 Hz ground power supply to aircraft