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

The XY3106A-22-4S 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 Socket (Female) contacts.

The key distinction of this part is its Socket (Female) contacts, making it the mating half for the male receptacle.

The part number structure, XY3106A-22-4S, 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)
• S: Contact Type (Socket/Female 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-22-4S (Equivalent to MS3106A22-4S / 97-3106A-22-4S)
• 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: Socket (Female)
• 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-22-4P (Receptacle)
• RoHS Status: N (Non-compliant)

Applications

The mixed-contact capability makes the XY3106A-22-4S 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-22-4S: MIL-DTL-5015 Mixed-Contact Cable Plug, 2x#12/2x#8, 46A