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EPX™ - EN 4644

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Introduction
Radiall's EPX® series connectors, standardized by the EN4644 European standard, are designed for aerospace and defense applications. They offer a modular and expandable solution with two insert sizes and various shells and contacts, providing a high-density alternative to circular connectors. The design includes stackable shells for space-saving and keyed inserts to prevent mismating, supporting a wide range of applications including signal, power, coax, data bus, fiber optic, and high-frequency BMA contacts.
Disconnect Applications
EPX® disconnect connectors are tailored for panel integration in EWIS applications, supporting cable-to-cable and PCB-to-cable connections in commercial and business jets. They feature a secure locking device and are available in three shell sizes: EPXA1, EPXB1, and EPXB2, offering modularity and space savings.
Rack & Panel Applications
The EPX® series includes solutions for rack and panel applications, emphasizing modularity and ease of installation to meet stringent OEM requirements for various aerospace applications.
Technical Specifications
The document details the electrical, mechanical, and environmental characteristics of the EPX® series connectors, highlighting their high-density design and cost-effectiveness. It includes information on insert and contact options, such as signal and power crimp contacts, coaxial and fiber optic contacts.
Ordering Information
Instructions for ordering EPX® inserts, shells, and assembly kits are provided, along with details on polarization codes and contact termination options. The document includes dimensions, panel cut-outs, and information on spare parts and accessories.
Environmental Characteristics
EPX® connectors operate within a temperature range of -65 °C to +175 °C, withstand salt spray for 96 hours, and humidity for 10 days with temperature variations. Altitude immersion tests are conducted at 50,000 ft.
Electrical Characteristics
These connectors provide effective EMI shielding and operate at voltages of 400 VRMS or 500 VDC at sea level, designed to withstand lightning strikes.
Mechanical Characteristics
EPX® connectors are tested for vibration and shock resistance, featuring shell-to-shell conductivity and specific mating torque requirements.
Contact and Insert Details
Contacts are available in various sizes and types, with specific current ratings. Inserts are designed for rear-release and rear-removable contacts, with detailed arrangements and keying options.
Optical Performance
LuxCis® fiber optic contacts offer high-speed communication capabilities in harsh environments, with metrics such as insertion loss and return loss for multimode and single-mode fibers.
Sealing and Filler Plugs
Sealing plugs are for environmental insert cavities, while filler plugs are for non-environmental insert cavities, with specified sizes and part numbers.
Product Overviews
Detailed views and descriptions of EPXA1 and EPXB1 connectors are provided, highlighting components like the receptacle shell, socket contact, and locking devices.
Polarization Codes
The document explains the polarization coding system for EPXA1 and EPXB1 connectors, with 16 possible codings based on key positions.
Innovations
Radiall introduces the iEPX, a weight-optimized shell for disconnect panel applications, offering integrated strain relief and EMI backshell for enhanced performance.
Applications
EPXB2 connectors are suitable for cabin interior, EWIS, power distribution, cockpit, and avionics applications, providing high-speed data transmission and robust design.
Key Features
The EPXB2 connectors offer modularity, flexibility, and a comprehensive range of shells and inserts, designed for quick termination and lightweight construction.
Accessories and Tools
A range of accessories, including polarization kits, dust caps, strain reliefs, and EMI backshells, are available to enhance the functionality and reliability of the connectors.
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EPX™ - EN 4644-1

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Section 1 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Introduction 1-3 Disconnect Applications 1-4 Rack & Panel Applications 1-5 EPX® SERIES Disconnect Connectors 1-6 Electrical Characteristics 1-6 Mechanical Characteristics 1-6 Environmental Characteristics 1-6 Rack & Panel Connectors 1-7 Electrical Characteristics 1-7 Mechanical Characteristics

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Section 1 Table of Contents Continued DISCONNECT APPLICATION EPXA Product Overview 1-24 EPXB1 Product Overview 1-25 How to Order EPXA and EPXB1 Shell 1-26 How to Order EPXA and EPXB1 Assembly Kit 1-27 EPXA and EPXB1 Polarization Code 1-28 Contacts Termination for EPXB1 1-29 EPXA Shell Dimensions 1-30 EPXB1 Shell Dimensions 1-31 EPXA and EPXB1 Spare Parts 1-32 EPXA and EPXB1 Accessories 1-33 EPXB2 Product Connectors 1-34 EPXB2 Product Overview 1-35 EPXB2 Range Overview 1-36 EPXB2 Latest Innovations 1-37 How to Order EPXB2 Shell 1-38 How to Order EPXB2 Assembly Kit 1-39 EPXB2 Polarization Code

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INTRODUCTION Radiall is recognized in the aerospace and defense industries for offering one of the broadest innovative product portfolios for connector interconnect solutions. The benefit of our experience with ARINC connectors permits Radiall to provide customers with a strong and global solution. The EPX® series offers a wide range of solutions based on two insert sizes with a large variety of shells and contacts. This product range provides an excellent trade-off between the number of available contacts and the space used. The EPX® series is completely modular and expandable. EPX® connectors...

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EPX™ - EN 4644-6

DISCONNECT APPLICATIONS Specially designed for panel integration on EWIS applications, EPX® disconnect connectors cover cable-tocable and PCB-to-cable links in major commercial and business jet aircrafts. The connector can be easily identified by the locking device located directly on the connector (quarter turn device for A1 and B1 and central screws for EPXB2). This disconnect solution offers secure mating while answering OEM’s most stringent requirements, and provides: • Modularity with three shell sizes: EPXA1, EPXB1 and EPXB2 - available as lightweight shells and compatible with several...

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RACK & PANEL APPLICATIONS In response to the need of system miniaturization and new equipment design, Radiall offers EPX® connector solutions for Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) and Line Replaceable Module (LRM). Discover more about these blind mate connectors: EPXB2 FOR LRU Largely used in distributed architecture, small Line Replaceable Units in an aircraft need compact, lightweight and cost-effective connectors. EPXB2 connectors equipped with centering guide will combine high density, low efforts and lightweight features. Discover the whole range of EPXB inserts offering from signal to power or...

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EPX® Series DISCONNECT CONNECTORS ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS EMI shielding effectiveness EN2591-213 OTHER CHARACTERISTICS Shell-to-shell conductivity: < 2.5 mΩ Operating voltage: 400 VRMS or 500 VDC at sea level, according to EN2591-205 Voltage stability (ground block): Maximum variation 4 mV according to SAE AS 81714 (MIL-T-81714) Lightning stike: - 5 kA - 1,600 V for EPX® connectors in aluminium version - 3 kA - 1,600 V for EPX® connectors in composite version MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS MATING/UNMATING SHELL TYPE VIBRATION For 8 hrs on each of the 3 axis/interruption < 1 µs EN2591-403 EIA 364-28...

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EPX® Series RACK & PANEL CONNECTORS ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS EMI shielding effectiveness EN2591-213 OTHER CHARACTERISTICS • Shell-to-shell conductivity: < 2.5 mΩ, operating voltage: 400 VRMS or 500 VDC at sea level, according to EN2591-205 • Lightning stike: 5 kA - 1,600 V MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS MATING/UNMATING SHELL TYPE The minimum mating forces are described in the EN4644 standard and depends on the connector size and insert arrangement. Consult Radiall for more information. VARIATION & SHOCK SHELL TYPE VIBRATION For 8 hrs on each of the 3 axis/interruption < 1 µs EN2591-403 EIA 364-28...

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EPX™ - EN 4644-10

EPX® Series INSERTS & CONTACT ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Electrical characteristics conform to SAE AS 39029 (MIL-C-39029, type A). Contacts conform to EN3155-076 and EN3155-077. CONTACTS CONTACT SIZE WIRE SIZE CONTACT WITH WIRE SIZE Contact to mounting surface ENVIRONMENTAL INSERTS VOLTAGE (VRMS) NON-ENVIRONMENTAL INSERT VOLTAGE (VRMS) GROUND BLOCK CONTACT 617221050 DIELECTRIC WITHSTANDING VOLTAGE EN2591-207 EIA 364-20 with leakage current < 1mΩ INSULATION RESISTANCE EN2591-206 EIA 364-21 TEMPERATURE INSULATION RESISTANCE Ambient temperature Notes 1. Size 5 contacts are not part of SAE AS 39029...

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EPX® Series INSERTS & CONTACT RETENTION CHARACTERISTICS Retention forces indicated below are valid for terminated contacts (as per EN2591-409 and EIA364-29). CONTACT SIZE RETENTION FORCE Ground block • Insert retention: 400 N (90 lbs) (EN2591-410 EIA 364-35) • Maximum insert displacement in the shell cavity: 0.30 mm (0.012 in.) Visit www.radiall.com for more informati

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INSERT SELECTION TABLE Insert name should be used when ordering EPX® insert. Insert code should be used when ordering EPX® assembly kit Inserts available in Bulkhead class are identified with the following icon: 16 LUXCIS ® FIBER OPTIC POWER IN FIBER OPTIC POWER CAVITY OR COAX QUADRAX OR COAX OR TRIAX POWER TWINAX TOTAL CONTACTS INSERT CODE INSERT NAME CONTACT SIZE & TYPE [1] Notes 1. nly contacts marked with an asterisk (*) are included with EPX® insert kit. All other contacts must be ordered separately (i.e. coax, twinax, quadrax and O fiber optic contacts). Visit www.radiall.com for more information...

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HOW TO ORDER EPX® INSERTS Only crimp contacts can be delivered with insert. EPX SERIES PREFIX INSERT SIZE [1] A: Insert for EPXA B: Insert for EPXB1, EPXB2, EPXB3 or EPXB4 CLASS [2] E: Environmental N: Non-environmental (no rear grommet, no interfacial seal) H: Non-environmental with a rear grommet, available for pin insert only (recommended for crimp contacts) T: Non-environmental with an interfacial seal, available for pin insert only (recommended for PC tail contacts) B: Bulkhead insert with interfacial seal and a Bulkhead rear grommet, available for pin insert only INSERT NAME Refer to table...

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