Smiths Interconnect / Molex Eclipta card edge connector series provides a reliable, cost-effective interconnect solution for medical applications with short lead times and simplified assembly. Its high-density design supports use in mapping and ablation catheters, RF generators, home healthcare devices, and other disposable medical systems. Eclipta features an innovative double-ended edge card contact system, utilizing a PCB-based contact interface on the disposable connector side for efficient and dependable performance.
Smiths Interconnect Eclipta Edge Card Connectors
Features
- Double-ended edge card contact design
- Fine pitch edge card contacts allow for smaller footprint in medical equipment
- Finger-proof for patient & medical personnel safety, while eliminating bent pin damage
- Minimum 2,500 mating cycles
- Increases Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) of reusable side
- Tolerates standard sterilization protocols: Autoclave, EtO, Sterrad®
- Embedded electronics allows for greater design flexibility
- Simple push-button active latch prevents inadvertent unmating and provides audible feedback
Applications
- Disposable and reusable medical applications