Overheated Large Drive Connector CHALLENGE Methode was approached to create a solution that would replace a customer's existing expensive power connector that was overheating. SOLUTION Our engineers designed a custom 1250A blade connector. STORY Our customer’s existing connector generated excessive heat, often exceeding a 30oC maximum temperature rise. The connector was dicult to plug in because of its high insertion force, and was costly to operate. Methode's Power Solution Group designed a custom 1250A blade connector that resolved the customer’s problems. The new connector is rated well in excess of their current requirements, has a much lower insertion force and costs less than the old design.

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