JST Wire-to-Wire Connectors
This document provides an overview of various JST wire-to-wire connectors, detailing their specifications and features.
TCS Connector
Pitch: 1 mm
Type: With secure locking device
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #26)
Voltage Rating: 50 V
Features a secure locking structure and countermeasures for unexpected prying insertion.
ACH Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 1.2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: 2 A
Voltage Rating: 50 V
This is a wire-to-wire connector for DC power supply.
RWM Connector
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Drawer connector, Double-row, Crimp style, Disconnectable type
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V
This connector is a dual-row type drawer connector with combined signal to connect units and absorbs misalignment between units. It is suitable for applications with infrequent insertion and withdrawal cycles.
TZ/TZW Connector
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Convertible unit into Wire-to-Wire connection, Matable with CZ receptacle, With panel locking device
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #26)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
These are single-row/dual-row units that connect sockets among insulation displacement type CZ/CZW connectors or crimp type CZH/CZHW connectors with a 1.5 mm pitch. They improve design freedom in wiring inside equipment.
ZIM Connector
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device, Inertial lock structure
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #24)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This is a wire-to-wire connector with a 1.5 mm pitch dual-row construction. It is resistant to external forces and prevents the lock from coming off.
ZM Connector
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 0.7A (AWG #28)
Voltage Rating: 50 V
This is a space-saving 1.5 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector that mates with both crimp and IDC type sockets. Its fully shrouded structure is resistant to irregular external forces such as prying during insertion and withdrawal.
ZND Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, Double-row, With secure locking device; Crimp style, Compact type
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #24)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This is a 1.5 mm pitch dual-row wire-to-wire connector with a secure locking device, suitable for high-density equipment design. A good mating feel helps suppress incomplete mating.
JWPF Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2 mm
Type: Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #22)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This JWPF connector is suitable for applications requiring waterproofing, offering water ingress protection with an IPX7 rating per IEC 60529 (grade 7 per JIS C 0920).
PAL Connector
Pitch: 2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With secure locking device
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #22)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This is a plug-type crimp style connector for wire-to-wire connections in the 2.0 mm pitch PA family, featuring a secure locking device. It mates with both crimp and insulation displacement style PAF connector sockets. Available in panel lock with retainer mountable and free hanging types.
ZWP Connector
Pitch: 1.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device; Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #24)
Voltage Rating: 50 V
This is a waterproof type 1.5 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector with an inner lock structure.
JWPF Connector (Wire-to-Wire, Panel lock type)
Pitch: 2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With panel locking device; Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #22)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This is a panel lock type 2.0 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector with water ingress protection (IPX7 rating per IEC 60529), suitable for applications where waterproofing is essential.
PNI Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With secure locking device; Crimp style, Inertial lock structure
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #22)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
This connector is a 2.0 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector with an incomplete mating prevention mechanism.
TR/TRW Connector
Pitch: 2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With panel locking device
Current Rating: 1.0A (AWG #26)
Voltage Rating: 100 V
Features panel lock devices applicable to 0.8 mm to 2.0 mm thick panels. Crimp style PHN and insulation displacement KR/CR connector receptacles can be accommodated.
HM Connector
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Mates with crimp style/IDC style HR receptacle
Current Rating: Insulation displacement HR/2A, Crimp style HR/3A
Voltage Rating: 250 V
Introducing a 2.5 mm pitch plug-styled wire-to-wire HM connector that supports both HR crimp and HR insulation displacement receptacles, offering cost-efficiency and high reliability.
RCY Connector
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: MAX 3A
Voltage Rating: MAX 250V
A space-saving and low-profile 2.5 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector. The free spring in the socket contact ensures excellent insertion/withdrawal operation and stable contact performance.
JFA Connector J1000 Series (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2.2 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 6.4A (3 circuits/AWG #18)
Voltage Rating: 125V (J1100 series), 250V (J1800 series)
Connectors for signal or power supply circuits, applicable to factory automation, heavy electric machinery, and general industrial equipment. Contacts are common across various housings, and applicable tooling can be standardized.
JFA Connector J2000 Series (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: MAX 4.6A (3 circuits/AWG #20)
Voltage Rating: 250 V
Connectors designed for miniaturization of electronic equipment. Center locking and side locking options are available. Receptacle and tab contacts are common with all JFA connector J2000 series.
SM Connector
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: MAX 3A
Voltage Rating: MAX 250V
Features high contact pressure, a secure lock mechanism, and tool-less panel mounting. Contacts are individually surrounded by housing walls.
THR Connector
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Mates with HR receptacle
Current Rating: Insulation displacement HR/MAX 2A, Crimp style HR/MAX 3A
Voltage Rating: MAX 250V
Mates with HR sockets. Both crimp style and insulation displacement HR connector sockets can be accommodated. Features a secure lock mechanism and tool-less panel mounting.
XAD Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, Double-row, With secure locking device
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #20)
Voltage Rating: 250 V
This is a dual-row panel-mountable wire-to-wire connector for the XAD connector for printed circuit boards (wire side).
XMA Connector
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: 3A (AWG #22)
Voltage Rating: 250 V
This is a 2.5 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector where the socket is common with the XA connector for wire-to-board connections. Available in free hanging, panel mount, and retainer compatible types.
XM Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 2.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device
Current Rating: 3A
Voltage Rating: 250 V
The inner-housing lock secures the plug to the receptacle and prevents accidental disconnection. Secondary retainers provide added protection. Features housing lances and tool-less panel mounting.
HIL Connector
Pitch: 3.3 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inertia force mechanism with secure locking device
Current Rating: 5A (2 circuits/AWG #18)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
This HIL connector is a 3.3 mm pitch wire-to-wire connector with a mechanism to prevent incomplete mating.
BHS Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 3.5 mm
Type: For LCD back light lamps, Compact type
Current Rating: 1.0A
Voltage Rating: 1400 V
Wire-to-wire connectors designed for connecting liquid crystal display back light lamps to their starters.
BL Connector
Pitch: 3.96 mm
Type: Crimp style, For short-circuit connection
Current Rating: MAX 7A/line
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Contacts for short-circuit connection are mounted in the housing. Features housing lances, secondary retainers for enhanced safety, and a panel lock designed to prevent tangling and breakage.
SL Connector
Pitch: 3.96 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device
Current Rating: MAX 7A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Low insertion force contacts reduce surface finish wear and stress relaxation. Features housing lances and an inner-housing lock that secures the plug to the receptacle.
JFA Connector J300 Series (Wire-to-Wire 3.81 mm pitch)
Pitch: 3.81 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 15A (Single circuit/AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: 250 V
Available in wire-to-board and wire-to-wire configurations, applicable to a wide range of applications from signal to output circuits.
HL Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 3.96 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device
Current Rating: MAX 7A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Low insertion force contacts reduce surface finish wear and stress relaxation. Features an inner-housing lock that secures the plug to the receptacle and housing lances. The panel lock prevents tangling and breakage.
BHM Connector (4.0 mm pitch, Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 4 mm
Type: For LCD back light lamps
Current Rating: 1.0A
Voltage Rating: 600 V
Connectors for liquid crystal display back light lamps. Features contact lances and a box-shaped housing construction that prevents distortion during mating/unmating. Withstanding voltage is also considered.
JWPS Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 4 mm
Type: Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: 4A (AWG #22), 5A (AWG #20), 6A (AWG #18)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
This JWPS connector is suitable for applications requiring waterproofing, with a grade 7 ingress protection rating (JIS C 0920 / IEC 60529 IPX7).
YL Connector
Pitch: 4.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device
Current Rating: 10A (7A when retainers are mounted)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
The inner-housing lock secures the plug to the receptacle and prevents accidental disconnection. Secondary retainers enhance safety. Features housing lances.
WPJ Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 5 mm
Type: Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: 7A (AWG #18)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
Compact, water-resistant, and durable. This connector can be used in both water-resistant and non-water-resistant conditions.
EL Connector
Pitch: 4.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: MAX 10A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Contacts for the compact EL connector can be easily inserted into housings. The plug and receptacle housings mate smoothly even when mechanically distorted.
YLN Connector
Pitch: 4.5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inertia force mechanism with secure locking device
Current Rating: 10A (7A when retainers are mounted)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
The YLN connector offers variations in shape and color for improved identification. It features a mechanism to prevent incomplete mating using inertia force, ensuring complete mating.
XL Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: MAX 10A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Box-shaped contacts serve as socket contacts for various applications from low-voltage, low-current signal circuits to power supply circuits. The contacts are individually surrounded by housing walls, providing sufficient electrical creep distances and dielectric spacing to meet safety requirements.
ZL Connector
Pitch: 5 mm
Type: Crimp style, With locking device
Current Rating: MAX 10A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Box-shaped contacts serve as socket contacts for various applications. Features housing lances, secondary retainers, and tool-less panel mounting.
BHT Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 5.1 mm
Type: For LCD back light lamps
Current Rating: 1.0A
Voltage Rating: 1500 V
Designed for connecting liquid crystal display back light lamps to their starters. Offers high voltage rating due to sufficient creep distance. Applicable to wire-to-wire or board-to-wire connections. Pin contact is interchangeable with BHS connectors.
VL Connector (HIGH CURRENT TYPE) (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 6.2 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 23A (1, 2 circuits/AWG #12)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
This VL connector is a 6.2 mm pitch wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connector designed for high current applications, utilizing highly conductive material.
JFA Connector J300 Series (Wire-to-Wire 5.08mm pitch)
Pitch: 5.08 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 15A (Single circuit/AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
Available in wire-to-board and wire-to-wire configurations, applicable to a wide range of applications from signal to output circuits.
JFA Connector J300 Series (Wire-to-Wire 5.4mm pitch)
Pitch: 5.4 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 5A (AWG #16, When applying to all circuits.)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
Leverages the low insertion force of JFA connectors for simple construction, enabling collective connection of multi-circuit power supply lines.
VL Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 6.2 mm
Type: Crimp style, With inner type secure locking device
Current Rating: MAX 20A
Voltage Rating: MAX 600V
This VL connector is a 6.2 mm pitch wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connector designed for high current up to 20A. Secondary retainers can be used to prevent insufficient insertion or contact coming off, ensuring safe connection of high current circuits.
MWP Connector
Pitch: 7 mm
Type: Crimp style, Waterproof connector
Current Rating: MAX 7A
Voltage Rating: MAX 300V
Low insertion force contacts reduce surface finish wear and stress relaxation. Features housing lances and an inner-housing lock that secures the plug to the receptacle.
JFA Connector J5000 Series (Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 11 mm
Type: Crimp style
Current Rating: 50A (Single circuit/AWG #8)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
This connector corresponds to large current up to 50A. The 4 and 6 circuit dual-row types of the J5200 series offer a choice between bulk insertion of the receptacle housing or module types.
FAH Connector (Screw Lock Type)
Pitch: 16 mm
Current Rating: 90A (AWG #4)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
This wire-to-wire connector has a current rating of 90A capability in 2-circuit and connects a crimp style terminal and bus bar with screws.
BHM Connector (8.0 mm pitch, Wire-to-Wire)
Pitch: 8 mm
Type: For LCD back light lamps
Current Rating: 1.0A
Voltage Rating: 600 V
Connectors for liquid crystal display back light lamps. Features contact lances and a box-shaped housing construction that prevents distortion during mating/unmating. Withstanding voltage is also considered.
FAH Connector
Pitch: 16 mm
Current Rating: 50A (AWG #8)
Voltage Rating: 600 V
One-touch connection and disconnection connector for high current. This wire-to-wire connector has a current rating of 50A capability in 2-circuit, with male and female contacts of the same shape.
CL Connector
Type: IDC style, Branch/Short-circuit connection
Current Rating: MAX 7A (CL-2218T, CL-2218S), MAX 15A (CL-1814T, CL-1814S)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
The CL is a low-voltage insulation displacement connector that can be applied using simple tools.
DAC Connector
Type: I/O connector, Hybrid connector
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.5A (AWG #27, #26), Power supply circuit/6A (AWG #18)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/300V
Hybrid type I/O connector with combined signal and power supply circuits.
RFC Connector (Wire-to-Wire)
Type: I/O connector, Drawer connector
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #27, #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
Signal/hybrid type drawer connector for unit connection. The RFC connector absorbs misalignment between units and excels in durability.
RIY Connector
Type: Drawer connector, Double-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/2A (AWG #24), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
This is a hybrid type double-row drawer connector with combined signal and power supply circuits for connecting units. In the signal part, the number of parts is reduced by connecting the crimping contact directly.
OTZ Connector
Type: I/O connector, Hybrid connector
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/5A (AWG #20)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/300V
This OTZ connector is a hybrid type I/O connector with combined signal and power supply circuits. Features a molded spring structure for component reduction, space-saving design, and a lever lock function.
RIC Connector
Type: Drawer connector, Double-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
This is a hybrid type double-row drawer connector for connecting units, absorbing misalignment, and excelling in durability. The RCZ connector with a lever locking device is adopted as the applicable socket to prevent socket coming off and incomplete mating.
RIZ Connector
Type: Drawer connector, Single-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
In unit connection, this RIZ connector is a hybrid type connector with combined signal and power supply circuits, absorbing misalignment and excelling in durability. The signal circuit pitch is 1.5 mm. Single row design realizes a slim profile of 9.0 mm and space reduction.
RIZ Connector L-Type
Type: Drawer connector, Single-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
This connector is a hybrid type single-row drawer connector combining signal and power supply circuits for unit connection, absorbing misalignment and excelling in durability. The RIZ connector with a lever locking device is adopted as the applicable socket to prevent incomplete mating.
RPZ Connector
Type: I/O connector, Drawer connector
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14), Tab/10A (PS connector AWG #16)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
Power supply circuit and signal circuit integrated hybrid type drawer connector. Features a low insertion force mechanism with a mating/unmating life of 20,000 cycles. Both plug and receptacle have ESD shielding shells. A #110 tab is equipped for grounding.
RWZ Connector
Type: Drawer connector, Double-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
In unit connection, this RWZ connector is a hybrid type double-row drawer connector with combined signal and power supply circuits, absorbing misalignment and excelling in durability. The 1.5 mm pitch for signal circuits realizes space reduction.
RPJ Connector
Type: For rack & panel, Compact type
Current Rating: 2A (AWG #24)
Voltage Rating: 250 V
Pin and socket are adopted for use as a small rack panel connector. Compact design achieved through pin and socket contacts. Floating function in receptacle housing (26 circuits) and plug housing (20 circuits) absorbs misalignment.
RVE Connector
Type: I/O connector, Drawer connector
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
This connector is a hybrid type drawer connector for unit connection, absorbing misalignment. Panel lock can be installed on the plug side. Suitable for applications with infrequent insertion and withdrawal cycles.
RWZ Connector (L-type)
Type: Drawer connector, Double-row
Current Rating: Signal circuit/1.0A (AWG #26), Power supply circuit/15A (AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: Signal circuit/50V, Power supply circuit/250V
This connector is a hybrid type double-row drawer connector combining signal and power supply circuits for unit connection. The RWZ connector with a lever locking device is adopted as the applicable socket to prevent incomplete mating.
RWZ Connector (Power supply system structure reinforced T-BX Connector)
Type: Drawer connector
Current Rating: 15A (6-circuit AWG #14)
Voltage Rating: 300 V
This is a power supply system drawer connector with excellent toughness and durability, achieved by secure guide and positioning when mating with an assembled metal pin to the receptacle. It offers robustness in equipment connections, providing safety and security.
TSD Connector
Type: Hybrid type drawer connector
Shares a single design contact between signal and power lines. The signal contact can be used for both power and signal connections. Features misalignment correction and highly reliable contact performance.
WPK Connector
Type: Compact, Waterproof, Durable
This connector is compact, excels in waterproofness and durability, and can be used where waterproofing is especially required. Its waterproof grade is 7 ingress protection of JIS C 0920 (IEC 60529 IPX7).
