Automatic Connector Insertion & Extraction Force Testing
Connector mating performance is a critical factor in the reliability and usability of cable assemblies and electronic connectors. To ensure stable connector engagement and proper mechanical fit, our testing laboratory uses the 1220S Automatic Insertion & Extraction Force Tester. This equipment is designed to measure the mating force and extraction force of connectors, providing precise data to evaluate connector durability, retention strength, and insertion performance. The automated testing system allows consistent measurement across repeated cycles, ensuring reliable verification of connector quality.
Equipment Overview
The 1220S Automatic Plug Test Machine, manufactured by Dongguan JieKe (捷科), is an automated force testing system used to measure the mechanical interaction between mating connectors. The system uses a motorized testing platform combined with a high-precision load cell to measure the force required to insert and remove connectors. Automated motion control ensures stable test conditions and repeatable measurements. This testing capability allows engineers to analyze connector performance across multiple insertion and withdrawal cycles.
Key Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Equipment Model | 1220S |
| Equipment Type | Automatic Connector Insertion & Withdrawal Force Tester |
| Manufacturer | Dongguan JieKe (捷科) |
| Measurement Type | Insertion & Withdrawal Force |
| Load Cell Capacity | 50 kg |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±0.02% |
| Power Supply | 15V |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Motion Control | Automated vertical motion system |
| Test Modes | Insertion/Extraction force testing |
The high-precision load cell ensures accurate measurement of connector mating force and separation force, which are key parameters for connector design validation.
The automatic plug test machine is used to evaluate the mechanical characteristics of connectors and cable assemblies. Typical tests include connector insertion force measurement, connector withdrawal force testing, mating cycle durability testing, connector retention force verification, and mechanical performance evaluation of plug-and-socket systems. During testing, the system automatically inserts and removes the connector while recording the force applied throughout the entire motion cycle.
Connector mating performance directly affects the usability and reliability of electronic systems. Excessive insertion force can cause assembly difficulties, while insufficient retention force may lead to loose connections or intermittent electrical contact.
Insertion and withdrawal testing helps verify:
• Proper connector mating force
• Stable connector locking mechanisms
• Mechanical durability during repeated connection cycles
• Reliable electrical stability
By validating connector mechanical performance, manufacturers can ensure that cable assemblies perform reliably throughout their operational lifetime.
Connector mechanical testing supports verification according to industry practices used in electronic and cable assembly manufacturing, including:
• EIA connector testing methods
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 cable assembly requirements
• Customer-specific connector durability specifications
Testing helps confirm that connectors meet the required insertion force and retention strength limits defined by product design standards.
At Everbiz Industrial, connector performance verification is part of our comprehensive quality control process. Using equipment such as the 1220S Automatic Insertion & Withdrawal Force Tester, we can measure connector mating performance under controlled conditions. This capability helps ensure that every cable assembly we manufacture delivers consistent connection reliability, stable mechanical performance, and long-term durability in real-world applications.
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