WTA24PD9JL

Overview

The AirBorn WTA24PD9JL is a rectangular MIL-Spec connector from the W Series, manufactured by Molex. It is a straight plug designed for board mount installation with through-hole termination. The component features 24 positions arranged in two rows, utilizing male pin contacts made of copper alloy with gold plating. It operates within a temperature range of -65°C to +125°C and supports a current rating of 5 A at 1 kV. The housing is constructed from Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), offering an insulation resistance of 5 GOhms. The contact pitch is 2.54 mm, compatible with 22 AWG wire.

Feature Summary

• Complies with MIL-DTL-55302 military specifications for high-reliability interconnects.
• Features gold-plated copper alloy pin contacts for durable electrical performance.
• Utilizes Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) housing material for thermal stability.

Applications

• Military aerospace electronic systems
• High-reliability board-to-board interconnections
• Harsh environment industrial control units

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix JL against official Molex/AirBorn documentation to confirm exact contact orientation and hardware configuration. Ensure compatibility with mating receptacles such as the WTA series counterparts. Confirm RoHS compliance status directly with the manufacturer prior to integration into regulated assemblies.

Selection Notes

Select this part for applications requiring a 24-position straight plug with through-hole soldering. Verify that the 2-row layout fits the PCB footprint constraints. Ensure the mating connector utilizes female socket contacts to match the male pin configuration of this plug.

Part Context

This component belongs to the AirBorn W Series, a line of rectangular connectors designed for demanding environments. The series offers various position counts and termination styles, maintaining consistent mechanical interfaces across the family to simplify supply chain management for defense and industrial OEMs.

Replacement Considerations

The part number alias M55302/63B24F indicates potential cross-reference availability under the original MIL-DTL-55302 designation. Verify dimensional and electrical equivalence before substituting with generic equivalents.