As it continues to fine-tune its GT Connector line of products, Canfield Connector, a div. of Canfield Industries, has seen the use of its series of molded receptacle and plug connectors replace more traditional Deutsch designs, particularly in mobile machinery.
Canfield’s Gatormate products are available in 2, 3 and 4 pin selections.
Through investigation and product development, Canfield has come to market with molded versions in 2, 3 and 4 pin selections to address current industrial applications.
“Initially popular within the mobile section of our industrial market, the design has grown acceptance into general industry as this connector offers superior vibration resistance, sealing capabilities and has proven to be judged as a robust and reliable product,” said Todd Harmon, VP of Canfield. “As many valve and pressure switch manufacturers migrate to this connection option on their products, Canfield is poised to support the mating cord sales with our distribution and sales network.
A GT2 connector from Canfield Industries for use on a molding machine
“The GT connector is growing in popularity within primarily hydraulic (mobile) applications. Many of the hydraulic valve manufacturers now offer this GT (Deutsch) connector as standard on their product lines. It is crossing boundaries from strictly mobile to automation as well,” Harmon continued. “The value of our connection is that we offer a molded solution in place of the hand-wired that requires labor and tools. In addition, we can provide options for indicator lights and surge protection as well. These are both popular options and cannot be achieved with the field wire product.”
The GatorMate GT 2-, 3- and 4-pin series molded connectors are available as either receptacle and plug designs, to enhance the wired section of the connectors accommodating a molded-jacketed cable with indicator lights. They are rated to IP67 and are shock, vibration, moisture, and dust resistant. The design allows users to see that power is applied and holds transient voltage/current within the connector.
Canfield’s GT 2-pin connector in use on a valve block
The included cables are the Canfield Connector flooded jacketed cable. Special version of the GT connector can include high-flex, media compatible, special use, or high-temperature wire upon request.
Along with standard pin configurations, value-added indicator lights and surge protection are available in most configurations. Because of its molded design, added benefits include less labor required than field-wire version, and no special crimping tools needed and a variety of options to boot.
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