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    Crimp Contacts

    Crimp contacts are one of the key component parts of printed circuit boards (PCBs). Contacts are electrical components which are made from a conductive material. When to contacts come together they can pass an electrical current between them.

    Contacts are often used to complete the circuit on a PCB by conducting electrical current from the connector to the PCB. The connector will often be contained within a PCB connector housing, especially where multiple connectors are used.

    How are crimp contacts used?

    Crimp contacts are used to create circuits in general PCB applications. They are attached to a wire or cable to create these connections. Crimp contacts are terminated using a crimp method. A crimp is essentially where the wire and connector are attached by compression and reshaping. The standard crimp method, when performed well, provides a secure and reliable connection. Where crimping is involved, it is important to use a quality crimp tool to create a secure connection. 

    Crimp contacts connect to wires which are compatible in size. Wires are measured using AWG standard or in mm2.

    Where are crimp contacts used?

    Crimp contacts provide a platform for PCB connectors to attach to. They are commonly used to make PCB sockets and for general PCB prototyping. The connector is mounted on to the printed circuit board, using the contact as an electrical connection. You will find these contacts in many electronics applications, such as household appliances, telecommunications, medical and automotive.

    What are crimp contacts made from?

    Crimp contacts can be made from and plated with a range of different materials, like bronze, copper or gold. The different material type will vary with conductivity and quality of connection. Contacts are often have a plating of silver or gold for a reliable connection.

    What is contact gender?

    Crimp contacts come in different genders. Female connector contacts act like a socket, while male connector contacts act like a pin or plug.

    3946 Products showing for Crimp Contacts

    RS PRO
    Female
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Crimp
    Gold
    30AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    24AWG
    -
    30mΩ
    -
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    Mini-Fit Jr, Mini-Fit TPA and Mini-Fit BMI Connector Housings
    Mini-Fit
    -
    1.3mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    -
    Brass
    16AWG
    5556
    10mΩ
    9A
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    Molex
    Male
    Micro-Fit 3.0 and Micro-Fit BMI Connector Housings
    Micro-Fit 3.0
    0.2mm²
    0.5mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    20AWG
    43031
    10mΩ
    8.5A
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    JST
    Female
    NH and SM Connector Housings
    NH, SM
    0.08mm²
    0.3mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    28AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    22AWG
    -
    20mΩ
    3A
    -25°C
    +85°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    SL Connector Housing
    SL
    0.2mm²
    0.3mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    22AWG
    70058
    30mΩ
    3A
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    JST
    Male
    RCY and SM Connector Housings
    RCY, SM
    0.08mm²
    0.33mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    28AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    22AWG
    -
    20mΩ
    3A
    -25°C
    +85°C
    -
    JST
    PIN
    Heavy Duty Power Connectors
    SM
    -
    -
    Crimp
    Tin Plated
    28AWG
    -
    22AWG
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Wurth Elektronik
    Male
    4.20 mm WR-MPC4 Connector Housing
    WR-MPC4
    -
    -
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Copper Alloy
    18AWG
    -
    10mΩ
    -
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    C-Grid III Connector Housing
    C-Grid III
    0.2mm²
    0.35mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    22AWG
    90119
    20mΩ
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Molex
    Female
    KK 254 and KK Connector Housings
    KK
    0.05mm²
    0.35mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    30AWG
    Brass
    22AWG
    4809
    20mΩ
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Molex
    Male
    -
    Mini-Fit
    -
    -
    Crimp
    Tin over Copper
    24AWG
    Brass
    18AWG
    5558
    -
    -
    7777
    7777
    -
    TE Connectivity
    Male
    Commercial MATE-N-LOK Connector Housing
    Commercial MATE-N-LOK
    0.2mm²
    0.9mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Brass
    18AWG
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    TE Connectivity
    Male
    Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK Connector Housing
    Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK
    0.3mm²
    0.9mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    22AWG
    Brass
    18AWG
    -
    20mΩ
    -
    -55°C
    +105°C
    -
    TE Connectivity
    Male
    CPC, G Series and M Series Connector Housings
    Type III+
    0.8mm²
    1.4mm²
    Crimp
    Gold
    18AWG
    Brass
    16AWG
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    JAE
    Female
    IL-G Connector Housing
    IL-G
    -
    -
    Crimp
    Tin
    28AWG
    Brass
    22AWG
    -
    20mΩ
    -
    -40°C
    +85°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    Automotive Connector
    45570
    1.14
    1.14
    Crimp
    -
    -
    -
    20AWG
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    TE Connectivity
    Male
    Universal MATE-N-LOK Connector Housing
    Universal MATE-N-LOK
    0.5mm²
    2mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    20AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    14AWG
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Molex
    Female
    Mini-Fit Jr, Mini-Fit TPA and Mini-Fit BMI Connector Housings
    Mini-Fit
    0.2mm²
    0.8mm²
    Crimp
    Tin
    24AWG
    Brass
    18AWG
    5556
    10mΩ
    9A
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    SL Connector Housing
    SL
    0.2mm²
    0.3mm²
    Crimp
    Gold
    24AWG
    Phosphor Bronze
    22AWG
    70058
    15mΩ
    -
    -40°C
    +120°C
    -
    Molex
    Female
    501646 Receptacle Housing
    -
    0.124mm²
    0.34mm²
    Compression, Crimp
    Tin
    26AWG
    Copper Alloy
    22AWG
    501647
    -
    -
    -40°C
    +105°C
    -
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