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TINI Q-G® MINIATURE CONNECTORS
U.S. Patent No. 4,361,375, 4,316,647, 4,921,431
Series TA(*)F, TA(*)FB, TA(*)FL and TA(*)FLB -
Straight female cord plug
Series TA(*)M, TA(*)MB, TA(*)ML and TA(*)MLB -
Straight male cord plug
Series TB(*)M and TB(*)MB - Chassis/panel mount
male receptacle
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Series TY(*)F and TY(*)FPC - Chassis/panel, female
receptacle, choice of solder lugs or P.C. terminations.
Series TLP - Looping Plugs
Series TBA(* *) - Audio Adapters
Series TRA(*)M - PC Mount Male Receptacles
MICROPHONES
Ideal for live performances, recording sessions, and audio pickups. Available in black
chrome finish for use on camera or where reflected light is a problem. Disconnecting
plugs from lavaliere or clip-on mikes is quick and easy...press the release button and pull
the plug free. Either shielded or unshielded cables can be used up to 0.115 inches (2.92
mm) in diameter (standard). Cable shield may either be connected to a pin/contact through
circuit or may be connected to the cable clamp strain relief. This alternate connection
permits using the metal housings of plugs to completely shield internal connections and
pins/contacts.
Receptacle
Series Panel Mounting Termination
Front Rear P.C. Solder
TB(*)M X X 1X
TY(*)F X X X
TY(*)FPC X X X
TRA(*)M X X
1 P.C. board termination is recommended alternate method
INSTRUMENTATION
Tini Q-G ® plugs and receptacles have the quality and versatility of functions and features
for the most demanding compact connections in industrial, R and D and production
instrumentation of all kinds. The 4, 5, and 6-pin/contact versions are especially suited to
multi-circuit connections.
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DESIGN FEATURES
STYLE - Streamlined, miniaturized with nickel-plated metal and contrasting black plastic
parts. Designed for light weight and unobtrusiveness. Also available in conductive black
chrome finish.
CONSTRUCTION - Metal parts are rugged die-cast or precision machined with nickel-
plating; plastic parts are molded of high dimensional-stability thermoplastic. Advanced
design assures minimum weight consistent with strength and durability of cord plug
housings of .413 inch (10.5 mm) diameter Weight: Series TA(*)F plug = .25 ounce (7 g);
Series TA(*)M = .3 ounce (8.5 g).
INSERTS - Precision molded of thermoplastic for high mechanical and dielectric
strength. Contacts and terminals are precision formed and plated for intimate contact and
low resistance connections. Terminal numbers are molded on rear of male insert and on
face of female insert for easy identification (except 6-pin male insert). Inserts can be
supplied for OEM installation in microphones and instrumentation for optimum
connecting reliability. For cord plugs, inserts can also be supplied for replacements.
LATCHLOCK - Positive latch system assures high integrity, vibration-resistant mating
and transfer of shielding connection between housing, combined with simple, easy
fingertip release.
STRAIN RELIEF - Rugged internal clamp holds cable tightly, while making a secure,
low resistance connection between cable shield and housing.
FLEX RELIEF - Protects by minimizing cable bending stress at point of cable entry.
Maximum recommended cable diameter is .115 inch (2.92 mm) when flex relief is used.
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By omitting flex relief (Series T(*)FL and T(*)ML only), cable up to .170 inch (4.32 mm)
diameter can be used.
ASSEMBLY - Connector parts are mechanically keyed for simple assembly.
POLARIZATION - Mating male and female connectors are also mechanically keyed
(latch and groove) so that it is impossible to mate them incorrectly.
"SCOOP-PROOF" FEATURE - Fully recessed pins on
male plugs and receptacles cannot be "scooped", bent or damaged by accidental
mismating with mating connector.
COLOR ESCUTCHEONS - Attractive color escutcheons, Series TYEF, are
recommended for use with Series TY(*)F and TY(*)FPC receptacles (when rear mounted)
for attractive panel trim, as well as color coding one or more connectors. Colors are: red,
black, gray, green, blue, white and yellow.
CUSTOM Tini Q-G® CABLE ASSEMBLIES -
On special order where production quantities warrant, Switchcraft can supply assembled
and tested Tini Q-G® cables.
MOUNTING
Panel/Chassis Thickness:
Series TB(*)M: .25 inch (6.35 mm)
maximum
Series TY(*)F:
Front--.375 inch (9.5 mm) maximum
Rear--.093 inch (2.3 mm) maximum
Series TY(*)FPC:
Front--.312 inch (7.9 mm) maximum
Rear--.093 inch (2.3 mm) maximum
SPECIFICATIONS: (all Tini QG, except 6 pin)
ELECTRICAL
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Contact Resistance: .010 ohms maximum after life (and after salt spray).
Current Rating (Carry Only): 5 A, 125 V AC (4 A, 125 V AC on 5 circuit) based on 30°
C maximum.
Insulation Resistance: 510,000 megohms minimum @ 500 V DC (initial); 10,000
megohms minimum (after humidity test).
Dielectric Strength: 1,000 V (rms).
MECHANICAL
Life: 5,000 operations minimum
Insertion/Withdrawal Forces (after life): 6.1 lb./2.77 kg after life, insertion; 5.6 lb/2.54
kg, withdrawal.
Solderability Standard: Meets EIA RS-186-9E.
Mechanical Shock: Meets MIL-STD-202, method 213B.
Vibration: Meets MIL-STD-202, method 201A.
Wire Size: #22 wire gauge solid; #24 wire gauge stranded.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Range: -55°C to + 85°C.
Humidity: Meets MIL-STD-202, method 106D.
Thermal Shock: Meets MIL-STD-202, method 107D.
Salt Spray: Meets MlL-STD-202, method 101.
MATERIAL
Housing, Plugs and Male Receptacles: Copper alloy, nickel-plated. Female Receptacle-
Die-cast zinc, nickel-plated.
Black Tini Q-G® Housing: Copper alloy, black chrome-plated.
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Pin and Socket Contacts: Copper alloy, silver-plated.
Flex Relief: Molded black thermoplastic elastomer.
Latch Button: Molded black thermoplastic.
Release Lever and Mounting Washer: Steel, nickel-plated.
Standoff/Ground Terminal and Cable Clamp: Steel, electrotinned.
Inserts and Insulating Spacer: Molded, high strength thermoplastic.
Latch (Female): Copper alloy, nickel-plated.
Mounting Nut: Copper alloy, nickel-plated.
SPECIFICATIONS: (6 Pin Plugs, Receptacles
and Adapters)
ELECTRICAL
Contact Resistance: .010 ohm maximum after life.
Current Rating (Carry only): 1.5A, 125 VAC, based
on 30° maximum
Insulation Resistance: 510,000 M(omega) minimum
@ 500 VDC (initial).
Dielectric Strength: 250 V rms.
MECHANICAL
Life: 2,000 operations
Insertion/Withdrawal Forces (after life): --13 pound
insertion; --13 pound maximum withdrawal
Solderability Standard: Meets EIA RS-186-9E.
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Wire Size: 28 wire gauge stranded.
MATERIAL
Housings, Plugs and Male Receptacles: Copper alloy,
nickel-plated.
Socket Contacts: Copper alloy, silver-plated.
Pin Contacts: Copper alloy, electrotinned.
Flex Relief and Latch Button: Molded thermoplastic.
Ground Terminal: Copper alloy, electrotinned.
Inserts and Insulating Spacer: Molded high strength
thermoplastic, UL 94 V-0.
Latch (Female): Copper alloy, nickel-plated.
Mounting Nut: Copper alloy, nickel-plated.
Ferrite: 43 material, shielded head.
Frame: Molded thermoplastic, UL 94 V-0.
TINI Q-C® CONNECTOR PART NUMBERING SYSTEM
Series Number of
Contacts Gender Options
CORD
PLUG 3 M MALE B BLACK CHROME
FINISH
FRONT
PANEL
MOUNT
USING
NUT
(MALE
ONLY)
4F
FEMALE L LARGE HANDLE
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RIGHT
ANGLE PC/
REAR
PANEL
MOUNT
(MALE
ONLY)
5 AU GOLD CONTACTS
FRONT/
REAR
PANEL
MOUNT
(FEMALE
ONLY)
6
OPTIONS SHOWN IN ORDER OF
APPEARANCE
NOTE 1:
1. TRA SERIES AVAILABLE IN 3 AND 6 PIN VERSIONS ONLY.
2. TY SERIES AVAILABLE IN 3, 4, AND 5 PIN VERSIONS ONLY
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