High-Current Contact Probes · Battery Contacting
HCF340 High-current Probe
HCF340 is a high-current probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under Battery Contacting. It is laid out for 4.00 mm / 157 mil centre spacing, has an overall length of 50 mm and offers 6.4 mm of working travel.
On the electrical side you get a rated current of 16 A, a typical resistance of 10 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +200 °C. There are 11 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 5 tip or head styles such as 05, 07, 09, 6-point crown stepped. The plunger is steel, and the barrel is bronze with uncoated plating.
Specifications
| Structure | Basic Contact Probe |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 4.00 mm / 157 mil |
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +200 °C |
| Total length | 50 mm |
| Barrel diameter | 2.4 mm |
| Press ring diameter | 2.6 mm |
| Collar diameter | 2.6 mm |
| Plunger material | Steel |
| Barrel material | Bronze |
| Barrel plating | Uncoated |
| Spring material | High-grade steel |
| Spring plating | Uncoated |
| Nominal travel | 6.4 mm |
| Maximum travel | 8 mm |
| Pointing accuracy | ± 0.1 mm |
| Continuous current | 16 A |
| Typical contact resistance | 10 mΩ |
| Protrusion height (range) | 22 – 22.2 mm |
| Tip style diameter (range) | 2.5 – 3.5 mm |
| Preload (range) | 80 – 300 cN |
| Spring force (range) | 260 – 540 cN |
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 (11)
| Part number | Tip style | Tip style diameter | Spring force | Preload | Plunger plating | Additional definition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCF34005A300U400 | 05 | 3 mm | 400 cN | 150 cN | Nickel | – |
| HCF34005S350L260 | 05 | 3.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
| HCF34005S350N260 | 05 | 3.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Nickel | – |
| HCF34007S350L260 | 07 | 3.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
| HCF34009S250L260 | 09 – 6-point crown stepped | 2.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
| HCF34009S350L260 | 09 | 3.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
| HCF34009S350L400S1 | 09 – 6-point crown stepped | 3.5 mm | 400 cN | 150 cN | Longtime Gold | S1 |
| HCF34009S350L540 | 09 | 3.5 mm | 540 cN | 300 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
| HCF34009S350N260 | 09 – 6-point crown stepped | 3.5 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Nickel | – |
| HCF34017A300U400 | 17 | 3 mm | 400 cN | 150 cN | Nickel | – |
| HCF34017S280L260 | 17 | 2.8 mm | 260 cN | 80 cN | Longtime Gold | – |
FAQ
What pitch and length is HCF340?
HCF340 has a pitch of 4.00 mm / 157 mil, total length of 50 mm and protrusion height of 22 – 22.2 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can HCF340 carry?
The rated continuous current is 16 A, with a typical resistance of 10 mΩ.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for HCF340?
11 part numbers are listed, for example HCF34005A300U400, HCF34005S350L260, HCF34005S350N260. Tip or head styles include 05, 07, 09, 6-point crown stepped, 17. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is HCF340 rated for?
HCF340 is specified for -45 °C to +200 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for HCF340?
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 HCF340 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.