The leader in AEDs required a rugged, simple to use, connector with both power and signal contacts to charge their device and download patient information while being transported in an ambulance.
Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) The leader in AEDs required a rugged, simple to use, connector with both power and signal contacts to charge their device and download patient information while being transported in an ambulance. Their systems are well known with first responders for being extremely reliable and immune to damage during heavy use in the field.
"Smiths Interconnect known for high quality connector solutions was the supplier of choice as the connectors needed to perform under rugged operating conditions."
Smiths Interconnect’s push-button D02 series was perfect for their application, since it can be blind mated by hand and latched by simply rotating the connector until it inserts and locks … great for times when the medical personnel are more focused on their patients than with how a connector works. Since 2 power and 5 signal contacts were required, the design team recommended utilizing the 8A 1.5mm and 2.5A 0.5mm Hypertac® contacts in a new set of D02 insulators. Also, because the cables were often dropped or pulled during rugged use, Smiths designed a metal plug body which would withstand this abuse, and when painted, matched the look of the plastic D02 components.