DF11-18DEP-2C

18-position dual row 2mm plug housings for wire connections

Manufacturer: ['hirose', 'hrs']

series introduction

# Introduction to the DF11 - 18DEP - 2C Product Series

## Overview
The DF11 - 18DEP - 2C product series represents a cutting - edge solution in the field of electrical connectors. Engineered with precision and designed to meet the most demanding industry standards, these connectors offer a reliable and efficient means of establishing electrical connections in a wide range of applications.

## Key Features

### 1. High - Quality Construction
- **Materials**: The connectors in the DF11 - 18DEP - 2C series are constructed using high - grade materials. The housing is made from a durable plastic that provides excellent insulation properties and mechanical strength. This plastic is resistant to environmental factors such as moisture, dust, and chemicals, ensuring long - term reliability even in harsh operating conditions.
- **Contact Pins**: The contact pins are crafted from high - conductivity metals, typically copper alloys. These pins are precisely machined to ensure a tight and stable connection, minimizing electrical resistance and signal loss. The surface of the pins is often plated with materials like gold or tin to enhance corrosion resistance and improve electrical performance.

### 2. Compact Design
- **Space - Saving**: With a compact form factor, the DF11 - 18DEP - 2C connectors are ideal for applications where space is limited. Their small size allows for easy integration into densely packed circuit boards or electronic devices, enabling more efficient use of available space.
- **Lightweight**: The lightweight nature of these connectors reduces the overall weight of the system, which can be crucial in applications such as aerospace and portable electronics, where weight is a critical factor.

### 3. Excellent Electrical Performance
- **Low Resistance**: The high - conductivity contact pins and optimized design of the connectors result in low electrical resistance. This ensures efficient power transmission and minimizes power loss, which is especially important in high - power applications.
- **High Signal Integrity**: For applications involving the transmission of signals, the DF11 - 18DEP - 2C connectors offer high signal integrity. They are designed to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk, ensuring accurate and reliable signal transmission.

### 4. Easy Installation
- **User - Friendly Design**: The connectors feature a user - friendly design that simplifies the installation process. They are typically equipped with features such as keying and polarization to ensure correct mating, reducing the risk of incorrect installation and potential damage to the connectors or the connected components.
- **Secure Locking Mechanism**: A secure locking mechanism is provided to ensure a stable connection between the male and female connectors. This locking mechanism prevents accidental disconnection due to vibrations or mechanical shocks, ensuring the reliability of the electrical connection.

## Technical Specifications

### 1. Electrical Specifications
- **Rated Voltage**: The DF11 - 18DEP - 2C connectors are rated for a specific voltage, typically in the range of [X] volts to [Y] volts, depending on the specific model. This rating indicates the maximum voltage that the connectors can safely handle without experiencing electrical breakdown.
- **Rated Current**: The rated current of the connectors is typically in the range of [A] amperes to [B] amperes. This rating determines the maximum amount of current that can flow through the connectors without overheating or causing damage.
- **Contact Resistance**: The contact resistance of the connectors is extremely low, typically in the range of [mΩ] milliohms. Low contact resistance ensures efficient power transmission and minimizes power loss.

### 2. Mechanical Specifications
- **Mating Cycles**: The connectors are designed to withstand a large number of mating and unmating cycles, typically [N] cycles. This high mating cycle rating ensures long - term reliability and durability, even in applications where frequent connection and disconnection are required.
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Images for reference

DF11-18DEP-2C

DF11-18DEP-2C

DF11 Plug Housing 18-Position

DF11 Plug Housing 18-Position

Datasheets

Partlist

DF11-18DEP-2C