High-Current Contact Probes · Battery Contacting
HCB280 High-current Probe
HCB280 is a high-current probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under Battery Contacting. It is 75 mm long overall and offers 4 mm of working travel.
Its datasheet values are a rated current of 600 A and an operating range of -45 °C to +200 °C. There are 3 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 1 tip or head style such as 6. The plunger is beryllium copper with gold plating.

Specifications
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +200 °C |
|---|---|
| Total length | 75 mm |
| Protrusion height | 5 mm |
| Tip style diameter | 1.8 mm |
| Tip style | 6 |
| Plunger material | Beryllium copper |
| Plunger plating | Gold |
| Spring material | High-grade steel |
| Spring plating | Uncoated |
| Preload | 7000 cN |
| Spring force | 24500 cN |
| Nominal travel | 4 mm |
| Maximum travel | 5 mm |
| Continuous current | 600 A |
| Block material | Aluminium |
| Block plating | Silver |
| Tip style material | Beryllium copper |
| Tip style plating | Gold |
Values as listed for this series. Confirm the exact data for your part number with your quotation.
Applications
- Power electronics and inverter testing
- Battery cell, module and pack contacting
- Testing of plug connectors and charging interfaces
- End-of-line and burn-in stations that need high continuous current

Part numbers (3)
| Part number | Additional definition | Plunger material 2 | Plunger plating 2 | Tip style 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCB280A6ALS245 | A | – | – | – |
| HCB280B6ALS245 | B | Beryllium copper | Gold | 29 |
| HCB280D6ALS245NTC | D | Beryllium copper | Gold | 29 |
FAQ
What pitch and length is HCB280?
HCB280 has a total length of 75 mm and protrusion height of 5 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can HCB280 carry?
The rated continuous current is 600 A.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for HCB280?
3 part numbers are listed, for example HCB280A6ALS245, HCB280B6ALS245, HCB280D6ALS245NTC. Tip or head styles include 6. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is HCB280 rated for?
HCB280 is specified for -45 °C to +200 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for HCB280?
Send the part number, quantity and your application to sales@emsglob.com or call +91-7383235369, or use the enquiry form on the contact page. Prices are quoted per enquiry.
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Enquire / Request a quote
Tell us the HCB280 part number, the quantity and your pitch, travel and current requirements, and the EMSGLOB team will reply with availability and a quotation. Drawings in STEP, IGES, PDF, DWG, DXF or ZIP are welcome.