Safety is the fundamental requirement for the use of a waterproof Circular Connector. Most Circular connectors require a certain level of flame retardancy because the environments in which they are used inevitably involve potential ignition sources or the possibility of sudden fires. By selecting connectors with flame-retardant properties, the fire resistance of the equipment using these connectors can be improved to a certain extent. Today, let’s discuss the flame retardancy performance of Circular Connectors and how to select them based on different flame retardancy requirements.
Circular Connector for High Flame Retardancy Requirements:
Applications: Textile workshops, petrochemical plants, fire equipment, smart appliances, and other specialized fields.
Recommended connector type: Connectors with a metal shell.
Reasoning: Most solid metals do not come into contact with oxygen atoms, and metals have high ignition temperatures. Moreover, metals are good conductors of heat, making combustion practically nonexistent in daily application environments.
Applications Requiring High Flame Retardancy and Corrosion Resistance:
Applications: Disinfection robots, marine equipment, medical devices, and other fields.
Recommended connector type: Plastic connectors with flame-retardant and corrosion-resistant properties meet the relevant UL94 ratings.
Other: Corrosion resistance to disinfectants, high-saline seawater, acidic solutions, and different environments.
Compliance with the appropriate UL94 flame retardancy ratings. The flame retardancy of a Circular Connector primarily depends on the flame retardancy rating of the plastic material.
UL94 is the most widely used standard for the flammability of plastic materials. It includes four levels: UL94HB, UL94V-2, UL94V-1, and UL94V-0, with flame retardancy increasing sequentially. Among them, UL94V-0 represents the highest level of flame retardancy.
Therefore, when choosing plastic connectors, paying attention to the flammability UL94 rating of the plastic and selecting a flame retardant connector with the corresponding UL94 rating based on the required flame retardancy is essential.
Choosing Between the LP and BD Series Connectors from Shine Industry:
If High Flame Retardancy is a Priority: We recommend the metal versions of the M12 D series connectors. The zinc alloy metal shell provides better fire resistance and flame retardancy.
If High Flame Retardancy and Corrosion Resistance are Both Required: We recommend the plastic versions of the M12 series connectors. On the one hand, they exhibit excellent corrosion resistance. On the other hand, they achieve a flame retardancy rating of UL94V-0, the highest level among the current UL94 flammability ratings, indicating that these plastic connectors from Shine Industry are highly effective in achieving flame retardancy.
Apart from exceptional flame retardancy, these two connector series offer many other advantages, including a comprehensive range of connector types, single-handed operation convenience, excellent environmental adaptability, and interchangeability between metal and plastic versions.
The most significant difference between these two products lies in their exterior designs. The M12 BD series features streamlined bodies and hollow curved tops, providing a visually striking appearance with a strong artistic sense. On the other hand, the M12 4 pin LP series has a more simple and understated design, exuding an air of elegance.
Conclusion:
With their comprehensive advantages in functionality, quality, and exterior design, the LP and BD series connectors have gained a strong following among users. Customers can confidently select the suitable Circular Connector from Shine Industry to ensure safe and reliable connections in various applications by considering the specific requirements for flame retardancy and corrosion resistance.
