Mini-Clamp Connectors
3M connectors offer a time- and space-saving solution that is ideal for sensor and signal applications requiring field maintenance
The 3M mini-clamp connector series features innovative board-mount and wire-mount plugs and sockets designed for a wide range of industrial applications. Utilizing insulation displacement contact (IDC) technology, invented by 3M in 1961, these connectors allow for quick and reliable termination of multiple wires without the need for wire stripping. This technology not only saves time but also reduces the risk of conductor damage and minimizes waste, making it an ideal choice for efficient field maintenance.
3M mini-clamp connectors offer an 80% reduction in wiring time compared to traditional crimping methods thanks to their easy, quick, and reliable IDC termination process. This efficiency translates into significant labor savings and increased productivity in industrial settings. The connector's compact size is ideal when PCB real estate is at a premium.
- No wire stripping required
- Supports various wire sizes: 30 AWG to 20 AWG
- Simultaneous termination: terminating 3 or 4 wires in a single action
- Compact design: the 2 mm pitch design helps save space
- Visual confirmation: transparent covers allow for easy visual confirmation of proper wire insertion
- High mating cycles
- UL and cUL recognized
- Sensors, switches, and signal device connections
- Power and network connectivity (such as CAN bus or RV-C)
- Industrial automation systems
- Field maintenance and quick installations





