Already established on the market for years, Weidmüller is now offering its family of PCB terminals PS 3.5, PM 5.0x, LS 5.08, LM 5.0x, LL 9.52 and LMZF 5.00/5.08 mm in versions made from the insulating material WEMID. These PCB terminals are distinguished by an increased continuous operating temperature of 120 °C. They guarantee increased safety and enhanced performance when operating in high ambient temperatures.

Electronic and mechatronic devices are becoming ever smaller and more complex. This trend leads to an extremely high assembly density of the integrated PCBs and the correspondingly high temperatures to match.

It goes without saying that the devices being utilised must function reliably, even in the face of high on-site ambient temperatures. PCB terminals made from the highly heat-resistant insulating material WEMID meet the demands cited above with room to spare.

WEMID is a halogen- and phosphor-free special thermoplastic from Weidmüller that displays an enhanced continuous operating temperature of 120 °C (by comparison PA 66: 100 °C) and improved fire resistance characteristics. The flammability class is VO (PA 66: V2) in accordance with UL 94.

The new PCB terminals made of WEMID fulfil the specifications contained in the RoHS Directive (Reduction of Hazardous Substances). WEMID is qualified for use in railway applications in accordance with NF F 16-101 specifications.

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