Blade Type Power Connectors

Blade Type Power Connectors - Contacts

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
908-BK Anderson Power Products	SB350A CONTACT4/0 AWG-B00418P1	228
5915-BK Anderson Power Products	PP75-CONTACT-#10-12 AWG-B00387P1	3604
320-1095 Anderson Power Products	PIN CONTACT 95MM	117
1377G4 Anderson Power Products	POWERPOLE PCB STRAIGHT CONTACT 1	13737
PC5933S Anderson Power Products	POW.CLAW MINI.VERT.SIL.	192
5900 Anderson Power Products	PP75-CONTACT-#6 AWG	155
1307-BK Anderson Power Products	PP75/SB50-CONTACT#6-LO-D 1C0608P	1024
1317G12 Anderson Power Products	HD POWERPOLE PCB CONTACT .40/.95	250
6384G1-BK Anderson Power Products	CONTACT1/0 SBEX160/175 BC0608P6	425
1339G2 Anderson Power Products	SBS50 CONTACT 6AWG L-D 1=2PC	11
1339G3-BK Anderson Power Products	#10/12CONTACT SBS50 LOW D.B01853	4682
1377G2-BK Anderson Power Products	RIGHT ANGLE PCB CONT .40/1.295 B	1569
1317G2 Anderson Power Products	HD PP PCB.40/1.295 RT.ANG.CNT.	972
180BBS Anderson Power Products	PP180/SB175 BUS BAR CONTACT	91
1339G4 Anderson Power Products	SBS80 CONTACT 4AWG L-D 1=2PC	98
1336G1 Anderson Power Products	45A HORIZ. (BOT) RA LP CONTACT	3641
1341G2-BK Anderson Power Products	CONTACT 70MM SBEX320/350 B01804P	143
5900-BK Anderson Power Products	PP75-CONTACT-#6 AWG (B00376P1)	0
1323G1-BK Anderson Power Products	POWERPOLE/SB120 CONTACT FOR #1 C	965
1328G1 Anderson Power Products	PP180 CONTACT FOR 2/0 CABLE	36

Blade Type Power Connectors - Contacts

1. Overview

Blade Type Power Connectors - Contacts are electrical components designed to establish secure, high-current connections in power transmission systems. Featuring flat, blade-shaped conductive elements, these connectors enable efficient energy transfer while maintaining safety and reliability. They play a critical role in modern electrical infrastructure, supporting applications from industrial machinery to renewable energy systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Single Blade Contact	Simplex design for low-to-medium current (up to 30A), quick-disconnect capability	Consumer electronics power supplies
Double Blade Contact	Dual-contact interface for higher current capacity (50-100A), improved thermal stability	Industrial motor controllers
Insulated Piercing Blade	Self-piercing design for cable connections without pre-stripping, IP67 rating	Outdoor lighting systems
High-Density Blade Array	Multi-pin configuration with 0.8mm pitch, signal/power hybrid transmission	Telecom equipment racks

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes:

Contact Blade: Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper substrate with gold-plated surface (thickness: 0.1-0.3 m)
Insulation Body: High-temperature resistant thermoplastic (UL94 V-0 rating), operating temperature range: -40 C to +150 C
Retention Mechanism: Spring-loaded locking arms with 0.5N-2.0N normal force control
Termination Interface: Solder tabs (reflow compatible) or screw terminals (M3-M6 threads)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value Range	Importance
Rated Current	10A - 200A per contact	Determines power transmission capacity
Contact Resistance	5m (initial) - 20m (aged)	Impacts thermal performance and energy loss
Dielectric Strength	1kV - 10kV AC	Ensures electrical safety isolation
Temperature Rise	30K at rated current	Complies with IEC 60998 standards
Mating Cycle Life	500 - 10,000 cycles	Dictates maintenance intervals

5. Application Fields

Energy Sector: Solar inverters, wind turbine control cabinets
Automotive: EV charging stations (Type 2/CCS interfaces)
Industrial: CNC machine tool power distribution
Telecom: 48V DC power systems for base stations
Consumer: Smart home energy storage systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Specifications
TE Connectivity	MicroBlade+ 2.5mm	19A rating, 0.22N contact force, automotive qualified
Amphenol	PWRBlade HD	100A per contact, quick-mate polarization design
Molex	Mega Blade	IP69K sealed variant, 150A capacity
Weidm ller	BLADEcontrol	Condition monitoring integrated contacts

7. Selection Guidelines

Key consideration factors:

Current/voltage requirements with 20% safety margin
Environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, vibration)
Compliance with regional standards (UL/CSA/IEC)
Termination method compatibility (solder vs. screw)
Service life vs. maintenance cost trade-off

Recommended derating: Operate at 80% of rated current for industrial applications

8. Industry Development Trends

Miniaturization: 0.5mm pitch blade arrays for compact electronics
Smart Integration: Embedded current sensing and temperature monitoring
Material Innovation: Graphene-enhanced copper alloys for reduced resistance
Sustainability: Halogen-free insulation materials and RoHS compliance
Automotive Focus: 800V high-voltage blade connectors for EV platforms

Application Case: Renewable Energy System

A 50kW solar inverter design implemented double blade contacts with silver-plated copper material, achieving 98.5% power transmission efficiency. The connectors met IP65 requirements and demonstrated 5,000+ mating cycles in accelerated life testing.