WT22PRD8

Overview

The AirBorn WT22PRD8 is a rectangular military specification connector from the W Series, designed as a right-angle plug for board mounting. It features 22 positions arranged in two rows with male pin contacts. The component utilizes through-hole termination and gold-plated copper alloy contacts on a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) shell. It complies with MIL-DTL-55302 standards, operates within a temperature range of -65°C to +125°C, and supports a current rating of 5 A at 1 kV with a 2.54 mm pitch.

Feature Summary

• Compliant with MIL-DTL-55302 military specifications for rugged reliability
• Right-angle board mount configuration for space-constrained PCB layouts
• Gold-plated copper alloy contacts ensure stable signal transmission
• Polyphenylene sulfide housing provides high thermal stability

Applications

• Military avionics systems
• Ruggedized electronic equipment
• Board-to-board interconnects requiring high density

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific datasheet revision and RoHS compliance status directly with Molex/AirBorn before integration. Confirm that the right-angle orientation and through-hole termination match the target PCB footprint design requirements.

Selection Notes

Select this part when a MIL-DTL-55302 compliant right-angle plug is required. Ensure the 22-position count and 2-row layout fit the circuit density needs. Verify compatibility with corresponding receptacles in the same series.

Part Context

This component belongs to the AirBorn W Series, a line of rectangular connectors known for high-density interconnect solutions. The series offers various contact counts and orientations, serving critical applications in defense and aerospace sectors where environmental durability is essential.

Replacement Considerations

M55302/61B22 is a confirmed public substitute part number for this component.