Electrical Connectors Reference

Insert-Extract Values
The typical average force observed when inserting/extracting a standard NEMA DC2 male test tab into a standard ETCO disconnect while using an ETCO insertion/extraction force gauge to standard operating procedures.
UL 486, UL 1659, UL 310
Test currents per UL 486, UL 1659 and UL 310 are detailed.
Wire Sizes
Wire Sizes in AWG and mm2 to CMA
Stud and Stud Hole Sizes
Stud diameters and stud holes sizes are detailed in both decimal inch and metric measurements.
Crimping Diagrams
Detailed drawings illustrate both acceptable and unacceptable crimping of wire terminals.
Crimp Photo Gallery
Detailed cross sectional photographs of acceptable and unacceptable crimps.
Fraction Conversions
A table of fractional inches converted to decimal inches and millimeters.
Conversions & Formulas
Formulas for calculating areas and volumes. Conversion tables for calculating length, area, mass and liquid volumes to and from English and metric measurements.
Glossary
A glossary of terminology commonly used in the electronics industry.