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3M™ Mini-Clamp, Link and Power Clamp Connectors
Time-saving, reliable and field-installable wiring solutions
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3M™ Mini-Clamp Connectors
The 3M Mini-Clamp is a simple termination connector based on industry standards for industrial, sensor, LED, switch and various small device connections. Featuring Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) technology, this connector can provide a time-saving, reliable and field-installable wiring solution.
Simple termination process for fast, reliable installation and maintenance
- Helps minimize risk of conductor damage with no wire stripping
- Stable termination quality with IDC increases reliability of sensor wiring
- Supports wires 28 to 20AWG
Visual shows inserting wires with insulation into a connector, followed by squeezing with pliers. A graphic illustrates a process taking 10 seconds to terminate 4 wires, contrasting 'Crimping Connector' (strip wire jacket) with '3M™ Mini-Clamp' (insert wires, squeeze).
Optimize network layout with field-installability
- Easily connect to pig-tail wired sensors
- Field termination allows for optimal cable lengths to save space and wire efficiently
Application Example
Diagrams illustrate various connection scenarios: a Board Mount Connector for an I/O Unit and Sensor, a Connector for Extension, and a Connector for Sensor, all connecting to an I/O Unit/Switch/LED.
3M™ Link Connectors
3M™ Link Connectors offer a simple, single-action IDC termination for T-branching and splicing of sensor and field networks. Available in standard detachable, One Piece (with and without IPX4 option), and Branch Mini-Clamp versions.
Enables branched networks and splicing into an existing network
- Provides networking efficiency by optimizing signal and power line routing to terminal
- Allows installation of additional small devices without adding signal and power lines from controller
- Supports wires 22 to 16AWG
Visual shows inserting wires and squeezing with pliers to create a T-branch by connector. Different connector types are shown: 3M™ Link Connectors, 381 and 382 Series (Detachable 2-piece type); 3M™ One Piece Branch Link Connector; 3M™ Splash-proof One Piece Branch (OPB) Link Connector; 3M™ Branch Mini-Clamp Link Connector.
Application Example
Diagrams illustrate two scenarios:
- Serial Sensor Network: Connecting a Master Unit, Sensor, and I/O Unit using 3M™ Link Connectors and 3M™ Mini-Clamp Connectors.
- Power Distribution: Connecting a Power Supply, Fan, Display Unit, and Controller Board using 3M™ Link Connectors.
3M™ Power Clamp Connectors
3M™ Power Clamp Connector is a quick-termination connector for field networking applications and protocols. The simple IDC installation process allows for labor savings and high connection reliability. It is compatible with CLPA's CC-Link open technology.
Splicing adapter with fast, reliable installation
- Smaller connector size than most standard screw-type alternatives
- Supports 250 Volts, 10A max (1 line), 7A max (all lines)
- Supports 20 to 18AWG wire
- Compatible with CC-Link Communication Interconnect Standard
Visual shows inserting wires with insulation into a connector, followed by squeezing with a pair of standard pliers.
Application Example
Diagram shows wiring with 3M™ Power Clamp Connectors, enabling spliced connector network modularity.
Product Portfolio Offering
(Table includes wiremount connectors only. Ask 3M for availability of boardmount and other options.)
3M™ Mini-Clamp Connectors
| Size of Conductor | Wire Jacketing Outside Diameter | 3M Wiremount Plug (y:# of positions (3,4,6,8)) | 3M Wiremount Socket (x:0=Standard, P=Panel Mount y:# of positions (3,4,6,8)) | 3M Common Socket Connector (x:0=Standard, P=Panel Mount) | Cover Color | Related Accessories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG28-26 (0.08 - 0.14 mm²) | Ø0.6-0.8 mm | 3710y-4080-G00 FL | 3730y-3101-0x0 FL | 37C04-3101-0x0 FL | Purple | Dust Covers 37803-1000-00 |
| Ø0.8-1.0 mm | 3710y-4101-G00 FL | 3730y-3122-0x0 FL | 37C04-3122-0x0 FL | Red | ||
| AWG26-24 (0.14 - 0.3 mm²) | Ø0.6-0.8 mm | 3710y-3080-000 FL | 3730y-3163-0x0 FL | 37C04-3163-0x0 FL | Purple | 37804-1000-00 |
| Ø0.8-1.0 mm | 3710y-3101-000 FL | 3730y-2124-0x0 FL | 37C04-2124-0x0 FL | Red | ||
| Ø1.0-1.2 mm | 3710y-3122-000 FL | 3730y-2165-0x0 FL | 37C04-2165-0x0 FL | Yellow | Crimping Tool 37900-10 | |
| Ø1.2-1.6 mm | 3710y-3163-000 FL | 3730y-2206-0x0 FL | 37C04-2206-0x0 FL | Orange | ||
| AWG22-20 (0.3 - 0.5 mm²) | Ø1.0-1.2 mm | 3710y-2124-000 FL | Green | |||
| Ø1.2-1.6 mm | 3710y-2165-000 FL | Blue | ||||
| Ø1.6-2.0mm | 3710y-2206-000 FL | Grey |
3M™ Link Connectors
| Size of Conductor | Cable Style | Wire Jacketing Outside Diameter | Detachable 2-Piece Type 2 position | Detachable 2-Piece Type 4 position | Branch Mini-Clamp Type | One Piece Branch (OPB) Type Standard | One Piece Branch (OPB) Type Splash-proof (IPX4) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22AWG (0.3 mm²) | Round | Ø1.1 - 1.4 mm | 38102-W022-W00 FL | 38104-H022-K00 FL | - | ||
| Round | Ø1.8 - 2.1 mm | 38102-F020-H00 FL | 38104-F020-H00 FL | ||||
| 20AWG (0.5 mm²) | Round | Ø2.1 - 2.4 mm | 38104-E020-G00 FL | 38A04-0020-100 FL | |||
| Flat | Ø2.54 mm | 38104-0020-100 FL | 38A04-0020-100 FL | ||||
| 18AWG (0.75 mm²) | Round | Ø1.8 - 2.1 mm | 38104-F018-F00 FL | ||||
| Round | Ø2.1 - 2.4 mm | 38104-E018-E00 FL | 38A04-0018-000 FL | ||||
| Flat | Ø2.54 mm | 38102-0018-000 FL | 38104-0018-000 FL | 38A04-0018-000 FL | |||
| 16AWG (1.25 mm²) | Flat | Ø2.54 mm | 38102-0016-200 FL | 38A04-0016-200 FL | 38A04-0016-200 FL |
Main Line Cable
| Branch Line Cable | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 18AWG (0.75 mm²) | 18AWG (0.75 mm²)/Flat | 38704-FF880 | 38704-FF880-PA-C |
| 20-16AWG (0.5 - 1.25 mm²)/Flat | 20-16AWG (0.5-1.25 mm²)/Flat | Custom option | Custom option |
| Thinner gauges/Discrete |
Note 1: Don't mate to PCB connector. Note 2: Ask 3M for splice type. Note 3: Splash-proof end cap is available for sale. Need to use IDC Termination Tool 38900-10 for Splash-proof type.
Related accessories include: 3M™ 4-wire Cable, 18AWG/0.75 mm² 79100-075-4F1; 3M™ OPB Splash-proof Cable Cap 38700-C01; 3M™ IDC Termination Tool for OPB 38900-10.
3M™ Power Clamp Connectors
| # Positions | Size of Conductor | Wire Jacketing Outside Diameter | Wiremount Socket | Wiremount Plug (x: 0=Standard, P=Panel Mount) | Related Products |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20AWG (0.5 mm²) | Ø1.6 - 2.0 mm | 35505-6200-A00 GF | 35805-6200-A×0 GF | Termination Resistor 35T05-6M00-B0M GF | Branch Connector: Type H: 35720-L200-A00 AK Type Y: 35715-L010-A00 AK |
| 5 | 18AWG (0.75 mm²) | Ø2.0 - 2.3 mm | 35505-6180-A00 GF | 35805-6180-A×0 GF | |
| Bar Terminal Diameter Ø1.05-1.15 mm | 35A05-60S0-A00 GF | 35805-60S0-A×0 GF | |||
| 4 (CC-Link) | 20AWG (0.5 mm²) | Ø2.2 - 3.0 mm | 35505-6000-B0M GF | 35805-6000-B×M GF | |
| Bar Terminal Diameter Ø1.05-1.15 mm | 35A05-60S0-B0M GF | 35805-60S0-B×M GF |
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