XY3106A-22-4P: MIL-DTL-5015 Mixed-Contact Cable Plug, 2x#12/2x#8, 46A

The XY3106A-22-4P is a versatile, heavy-duty circular connector designed for applications requiring both high-current power and standard-current signal lines within a single housing. It fully complies with the MIL-DTL-5015 military specification. This connector is a straight cable end plug (equivalent to the MS3106A style) featuring a Shell Size 22 and the 22-04 insert arrangement. The key feature of this part is its mixed-contact configuration: it contains two #12 contacts (rated for 23A) and two #8 contacts (rated for 46A), all with Male (Pin) contacts.

The part number structure, XY3106A-22-4P, breaks down as follows:

• XY: Manufacturer/Series Prefix (User-defined)
• 3106A: Shell Style (Straight Cable End Plug / In-Line)
• 22: Shell Size
• 4: Insert Arrangement (Specific contact layout within the shell)
• P: Contact Type (Pin/Male Contacts)

The connector is designed for free-hanging cable termination and utilizes the proven Screw Lock mechanism for secure mating, making it ideal for power-and-control applications in harsh environments.

Key Features

• Mixed-Contact Versatility: Combines two different contact sizes (#12 and #8) within one Shell Size 22, allowing for simultaneous high-current power and lower-current signal transmission.
• High Current Capability: Features two #8 contacts with a robust 46 Amperes rating, and two #12 contacts rated for 23 Amperes.
• MIL-DTL-5015 Standard Compliance: Adheres to the military specification for heavy-duty circular electrical connectors, ensuring proven reliability and intermateability within the MS 5015 series.
• Rugged Construction: Shell is constructed from Aluminum Alloy with an Olive Drab Zinc plating, providing excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
• Secure Screw Lock Coupling: The reliable Screw Lock mechanism ensures a positive, high-vibration-resistant connection, maintaining circuit integrity in dynamic environments.
• Solder Termination: Utilizes Solder termination for the contacts, providing a permanent, gas-tight, and highly reliable electrical connection method.
• Optional Cable Clamp: Designed to accept a cable clamp, which provides essential strain relief for the terminated cable.

Detailed Specifications

• Part Number: XY3106A-22-4P (Equivalent to MS3106A22-4P / 97-3106A-22-4P)
• Connector Type: Circular Connector, MIL-DTL-5015 Style
• Shell Style: Straight Cable End Plug (In-Line)
• Coupling Mechanism: Screw Lock
• Shell Size: 22
• Insert Arrangement: 22-04
• Number of Positions: 4 Position
• Contact Configuration: 2 x #12 Contacts, 2 x #8 Contacts
• Contact Type: Pin (Male)
• Current Rating: 23 Amperes (#12 contacts), 46 Amperes (#8 contacts)
• Voltage Rating: 500 Volts AC (VAC) / 700 Volts DC (VDC)
• Shell Material: Aluminum Alloy
• Shell Plating: Olive Drab Zinc
• Contact Material: Copper Alloy
• Contact Plating: Silver
• Wire Gauge Compatibility: #12 contacts (14 AWG to 12 AWG), #8 contacts (10 AWG to 8 AWG)
• Mounting Style: Free Hanging
• Mating Connector: XY3100A/3102A-22-4S (Receptacle)
• RoHS Status: N (Non-compliant)

Applications

The mixed-contact capability makes the XY3106A-22-4P ideal for applications requiring combined power and control functions:

• Industrial Robotics: Providing both motor power (via #8 contacts) and sensor/control signals (via #12 contacts) to robotic joints or end effectors.
• Heavy Equipment: Single-cable connection for power and monitoring systems in construction, mining, and agricultural machinery.
• Remote Power/Sensor Stations: Applications where a single, robust connector is needed to supply power and return data from a remote unit.
• Military and Aerospace: Combined power and signal interfaces in ground support and vehicle systems.

What's in the box
1 x XY3106A-22-4P: MIL-DTL-5015 Mixed-Contact Cable Plug, 2x#12/2x#8, 46A