Rectangular industrial connectors by Hirschmann
We continually expand our range of industrial connectors to provide you with the most commonly used connectors, including those for electromagnetic valves and other actuators. Thanks to our long-standing and direct relationship with the manufacturer, Hirschmann, we can offer you expert technical support for your projects, quality products at favorable prices, and a manufacturer's open approach to special customer requirements.
Hirschmann as a part of Belden
A brief mention of their history: Belden, originally an American company founded in 1910, specializes in cable manufacturing. Today, it is a large multinational corporation that owns numerous globally recognized brands.
Originally founded in 1924 as a German company, Hirschmann initially focused on manufacturing bases for light bulbs. Their current portfolio of solutions for network installation and connection meets virtually all requirements for modern, comprehensive industrial network infrastructures. Additionally, they offer a wide range of industrial connectors designed for demanding conditions.
Valve connectors by Hirschmann
Rectangular industrial connectors from Hirschmann, often referred to as valve or solenoid connectors, are used not only for electromagnetic valves but also for other actuators, such as powering servo motors or sensors. Valves for pneumatic and hydraulic systems are most often operated by a solenoid, i.e. an electromagnet, but they can also be operated by an electric motor with a gearbox.
"Their main advantages include good IP protection, operational reliability, and affordable prices. They are also characterized by high resistance to dust, water, and vibrations. They may also contain an electronic circuit with an LED, varistor, or diode," says František Ďuríšek, a product specialist from SOS electronic.
3 basic sizes of Hirschmann valve connectors:
- Form A – contact spacing is 18 mm according to DIN 43650 (standard design: DIN EN 175301-803-A, ISO 4400)
- Form B – contact spacing is 11 mm, or according to DIN 43650 (standard design: DIN EN 175301-803-B, ISO 4400) the contact spacing is 10 mm.
- Form C – contact spacing is 9.4 mm, or according to DIN 43650 (standard design: DIN EN 175301-803-C, ISO 4400) the contact spacing is 8 mm.
"When selecting the appropriate connector type and its mating counterpart, be cautious that not all connector types within a given group, for example, type C, are compatible with all counterparts of that type or size. Therefore, verify the correctness of your selection in the technical drawing," František Ďuríšek continues.
For example:
The rectangular industrial connector type C GSSA 200 black is a connector with pins 2 + PE for the panel, and its mating counterpart can be type GDS 207 black or the connector GDS 307 black. Conversely, it will not be compatible with the connector GDSN 207 black or GDSN 307 black. The difference between the GDS and GDSN types lies in the contact spacing, similar to the difference between the GSSA and GSSNA types.
Advantages and features of valve connectors by Hirschmann:
- number of pins: 2 + PE, 3 + PE
- for voltages from 230 to 400 V, AC and DC
- for current capacity up to 16 A (depending on the type)
- for temperatures from –40 to +125 °C
- variants with indicator and protection circuits
- connector protection ratings from IP65 to IP69
- encapsulated connectors with cable are also available
- various types of seals and other accessories that can be ordered separately
- 3 sizes: A, B, C
- wide variety of different types and designs
In the category of industrial rectangular connectors, Hirschmann valve connectors are very competitively priced and can thus represent an affordable solution for your projects. Directly from our warehouse, we offer you the most commonly used types of valve connectors, accessories for industrial connectors, as well as frequently used cables.
If you want to get a basic overview of various types of valve connectors, cables with connectors, their basic parameters, or how they are labelled/marked, browse through this comprehensive brochure from Belden.
From our extensive range of industrial connectors, we also recommend our selection of Hirschmann industrial connectors with cables, specifically the assortment of encapsulated connectors with cables. These may have different lengths and designs, so we have them available for order, such as the valve adapter type A with a 2m cable VAD 1A-1-3-226/2 M | HIRSCHMANN (227930).
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