Matters needing attention in the selection of spring thimble connector
1. Spring thimble connector working stroke selection
When choosing a spring thimble connector, you must make a choice according to the actual use of the product space, and choose the one within the working stroke range. Because the space is too small, the spring of the spring thimble connector will be excessively compressed, thereby reducing the service life. If the space is too large, the contact will not be in place, resulting in unstable impedance and instantaneous fracture.
2. Selection of plating materials
Plating materials play the role of improving conductivity, avoiding oxidation, and anti-wear in spring thimble connectors. Due to different materials, their functions are also different. For example, gold has good electrical conductivity. Therefore, electroplated gold is usually used for high-current connectors or products with high impedance requirements.
3. The influence of plating film thickness
The spring thimble connector will have a certain amount of friction during the working process, and it will wear out once a long time, and the thickness of the electroplating film will have a great impact on the service life of the product. When it is used to a certain limit, it will be electroplated. If the layer is worn away, the resistance will increase and the impedance will be unstable. Therefore, the electroplating requirements must be determined according to the actual needs when selecting the product.
4. The influence of elasticity
The contact force of the spring thimble connector comes from the internal spring, and the magnitude of the spring force will directly affect the impedance and stability of the spring thimble. If the elasticity is too large, it will increase the coefficient of friction, thereby reducing the service life of the spring thimble.
The above four aspects are the things that need to be paid attention to when choosing a spring thimble connector, so choose suitable products and prices for different user environments. We have been specializing in high-quality spring thimble connector solutions for many years, which can meet various needs and choices. Welcome to consult if you need it.