Power Connector Inc. (PCI) manufactures electronic components. The Company offers cable and panel mount power, audio plug, contact audio, dust caps, and other related accessories. Power Connector serves customers in the State of New York. Located in Suffolk County, New York, Power Connector LLC (PCI), has established itself as a leader in the design and development of standard and custom TacCom connectors. With a strong focus on quality and performance, PCI offers an extensive range of products for the defense industry. Power Connector is a Defense Logistics Agency QPL manufacturer of MIL-DTL-55181 and MIL-DTL-55116 connectors which complement our other product offerings of power connectors, audio connectors and interconnect components for hand-held and mounted radio systems, specialty connectors, cable and conduit assemblies, box builds and electro-mechanical hardware.  PCI’s commitment to excellence and innovation is demonstrated by our top-notch equipment, our stringent quality standards and our skillful, dedicated employees.

At Power Connector Inc, integrity, dependability, and quality are part of our DNA. From our innovative products to our custom solutions.  PCI can help design and manufacture your custom filtered and un-filtered Tactical Communication (TacCom) connector needs. PCI offers both military-spec QPL and commercial adaptations, We serve a wide range of markets and applications, and our vast product line includes our QPL MIL-DTL-55181 series cable mount power connectors,  QPL MIL-DTL-55116 series audio plugs and receptacles, specialty connectors, adapters and dust covers with emphasis on solving EMI/RFI application requirements.

Jan 2022 – Trexon has completed the acquisition of Power Connector Inc. (PCI), a leading provider of Tactical Communications interconnect for military applications.  Founded in 1987 and based in Suffolk County, NY, PCI is a Defense Logistics Agency QPL manufacturer of MIL-DTL-55181 and MIL-DTL-55116 connectors.  Designed into hand-held and mounted radio systems, PCI’s power connectors, audio connectors and other interconnect components complement Trexon’s existing specialty connectivity offerings for mission critical applications.  PCI’s commitment to excellence and innovation is demonstrated by its high performance equipment, stringent quality standards, and skillful, dedicated employees.

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An Expansive Product Line With Customization Capability

Power Connector LLC (PCI) has established itself as a leader in the manufacturing of standard and specially designed tactical communications products. Offering both military-spec QPL’d and commercial adaptations, PCI embodies completeness and innovation in its vast array of products.

Precision Products to Strengthen Tactical Communications

PCI has expertise in value-added manufacturing for any subsystem or turnkey product. Committed toward sustaining itself as a one-stop solution for all tactical communication interconnect manufacturing needs, PCI offers the following products with several customization possibilities:

• Cable Mount Power (MIL-DTL-55181 and MW10-series commercial) and Panel Mount Power (MIL-DTL-55181 and MW20-series commercial)
  PCI manufactures cable mount and panel mount mid-power connectors for military and commercial usage. PCI also develops specialty power connectors for panel and bulkhead installation, allowing for increased design flexibility and optimal mechanical performance.
• MIL-DTL-55116 Audio Plug and MIL-DTL-55116 Audio Receptacle
  PCI’s audio plugs and receptacles are developed to deliver clean and clear communications for tactical operations in the most demanding conditions. In addition to offering standard products, PCI specializes in upgrading standard connectors with various customization options, including filtration, high-density contact patterns, and exclusion of back-end shells for custom overmolding.
• Multipurpose Medium Power/Audio U-Type
  These versatile connectors enhance operator usage with quick- disconnect capabilities. Multipurpose for medium power or audio/signal applications, these cable or panel mount connectors are intermateable within their series and adhere to MIL-C-55243 specifications.
• 10 Contact Audio
  These audio plugs (U77 and U78) and receptacles (U79 and U126) maximize durability in any tactical communications environment. Featuring either rigid or spring-loaded contacts, these connectors fully adhere to MIL-C-10544.
• 18 Pin U-345 and U-344 Power Tray (Boat) Connectors
  PCI manufactures Power Tray (Boat) Connectors for usage in ground mobile tactical radios, such as Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio Systems (SINCGARS) and its derivatives.
• Specialty Connectors (NBE’s, ON24, U393/U Right Angle, 27-Pin Harris)
  PCI has expanded its product line to include the development of specialty connectors. These unique, hard-to-find connectors offer various customization upgrades to meet specific end-user needs.
• Accessories (Dust Caps, Adapter Kits, Tools, Spare Parts)
  PCI manufactures accessories that maximize efficiency, durability and versatility for power and audio connectors.

Power Connector’s Longevity in the Industry

PCI has maintained its technical and manufacturing facility in the same location for years—in fact, longer than any other competitor in the tactical communications interconnect industry. This unique level of stability proves PCI’s commitment to its customers, expanding technological boundaries and strengthening tactical communications.

When it comes to electronics, power is essential. Power connectors act as the vital link between a device and its source of power. In consumer electronics, power connectors are what you plug into the wall receptacle. For the purposes of this discussion, these are not the type of power connectors that interests us. Our focus and attention will be given to power connectors for use in non-consumer equipment.

POWER CONNECTORS DEFINED

power connectors

Power connectors are devices that allows an electrical current to pass through it for the exclusive purpose of providing power to a device (not a data stream, for example, or anything more complex). Although it can be used with many different types of electronics, customers must find the specific type of connector that best matches their electronics’ geometry and electrical needs.

Power connectors can carry either an alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC). AC plugs and sockets allow devices to be connected to the primary power supply of a building. These types of plugs and sockets differ in voltage, current rating, size, and design, depending on the national standards of the country you are in. DC connectors have more standard types that are not interchangeable, which prevents users from accidentally attempting to connect an incompatible plug and socket. They can be found on electronic devices, automotive accessories, and battery packs, among a myriad of other products. Although not an objective measurement, a “high power” connector is a connector typically capable of carrying over 30 amperes of current.

USES

Although it comes in all shapes and sizes and with various abilities, options, and accessories, the purpose of a power connector always comes back to one all-important thing: power. These connectors are used primarily for energy transfer and it’s a task they perform admirably.

PRODUCTS

Positronic offers a variety of connector series so you can find the power connectors you need. All Positronic power connectors boast low contact resistance, an environmentally conscious feature that saves energy by reducing the amount of energy converted to heat during operation.

If you’re looking for a perfectly tailored connector to your application, design one yourself with our Scorpion series. Adjust each detail to make it exactly the connector you need. The Scorpion connector can be configured as a power connector, a signal connector, or both, and it offers nearly limitless combinations. Perfect to achieve that ideal blend of size, weight, and power (SWaP), these connectors are so versatile, you’ll be able to create the perfect power connector for your needs.

If you want a power connector for use in applications that require excellent blind mating (learn more about the blind mate connector), check out the Goldfish, Infinity, Great Golden and Scorpion series. These connectors are perfect for the task and include options for AC/DC input, signal and DC output connections in a single package. Some power connectors have recessed female contacts making them “touch safe.”

Or if you’re in the electronics industry and need a ultra-high power interface, consider the Infinity, Great Golden or Sumo power connector families. Developed to reflect the system design challenges created by increasing power consumption, these series offer the user multiple variations, features and sizes.

Finally, let’s look at the AutoShunt connector system (PLZ Series), an innovative alternative to current transformer (CT) shorting blocks. Although designed for a clear purpose, this power connector can also be used in any application that requires circuits to be shorted together. It features machined contacts available in a wide range of wire sizes and has current ratings at 15 amperes per contact. It’s quick, easy and reduces operating costs.
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