WTA44PD9JTB

Overview

The WTA44PD9JTB is a rectangular MIL-DTL-55302 series board connector manufactured by AirBorn. It features a straight receptacle design with 44 positions arranged in two rows. The component utilizes through-hole solder termination and contains male pin contacts. Constructed with a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) housing and copper alloy contacts, it supports a current rating of 5 A and a voltage rating of 1 kV. The unit operates within a temperature range of -65 C to +125 C, maintains an insulation resistance of 5 GOhms, and employs a 2.54 mm pitch suitable for 22 AWG wire.

Feature Summary

• Compliant with MIL-DTL-55302 military specifications for rugged interconnect applications
• Features gold-plated copper alloy contacts housed in high-performance PPS material
• Designed for direct board mounting using standard through-hole soldering techniques

Applications

• Military avionics systems requiring standardized rectangular connectors
• Ruggedized electronic equipment operating in extreme environmental conditions
• High-density circuit board interconnections in defense communication hardware

Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix configuration against official AirBorn documentation to ensure correct contact type and termination style. Confirm RoHS compliance status as manufacturing variations may exist. Cross-reference the manufacturer part number with equivalent MIL-DTL-55302 codes such as M55302/63B44H for compatibility checks. Ensure sourcing channels provide valid traceability certificates for military-grade components.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a straight-mount receptacle with male pins is required for MIL-DTL-55302 applications. Verify that the 44-position layout matches the target PCB footprint and that the 2.54 mm pitch aligns with mating plug requirements. Consider the thermal limits and current ratings relative to the specific circuit load before finalizing the design integration.

Part Context

This part belongs to the AirBorn W Series, which provides a comprehensive range of rectangular connectors compliant with MIL-DTL-55302 standards. The series offers various contact counts and configurations to support diverse military and aerospace interconnect needs. Components in this family are engineered for reliability in harsh environments, featuring robust materials and precise mechanical tolerances.

Replacement Considerations

Equivalent parts include M55302/63B44H. Verify dimensional compatibility and electrical ratings before substitution.