SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Mercotac connectors contain a small amount of liquid
mercury and should be disposed of properly through
recycling. Mercotac, Inc. offers a recycling service for this
purpose. When shipping spent units to Mercotac Inc., insert
6195 Corte del Cedro, #100
products into a plastic bag and package items being returned
Carlsbad, California 92011, USA
for UPS Ground shipment . Please state on paperwork "For Ph 760 431 7723 Fax 760 431 0905
Recycling", and identify shipments with company name and e-mail: info@[Link]
Phone / FAX numbers. (Do not send through USPS.)
1. Mercotac connectors can be used both horizontally and
vertically. However the "UP" arrow on the body of the
connector should not point below horizontal. It is preferable
to store units upright (arrow up). <Fig 1>
2. The connector can be held or mounted by the body or the Fig 1 Fig 2 Receptacle press-fit Dimensions
receptacle <Fig 2>, and was not designed to carry mechanical
loads. One end should be allowed to float, attached only by
the connecting wires. In horizontal applications mount the
connector with the body rotating to reduce mechanical loads
on the bearing . (Model 110 may be excepted). There is a
spring tension fit between the cap or receptacle and the
contacts. The cap is usually mounted to the bearing end.
<Fig 3>. Never rigid mount both ends of the connector.
This will cause connector failure. Limit mounting
eccentricity to .005" (.13mm).
3. The connectors are reversible (except model 110), so they
Fig 3 110-T Mounting Fig 4 110 Mounting
need not be installed upside down <Fig 4>.
4. Do not solder to the connector as such misuse may
cause connector failure and voids the warranty.
5. Use stranded wires of ample length and flexibility to avoid
mechanical loads. Avoid taut wires that pull on the connector.
The wires should have enough free play to allow the connector
end to rotate approximately ¼ turn. Wires that allow too
much free play could wrap around the connector.
Fig 5 Thermal Insulation
6. Provide current protection (fuse) on wires attached to
connector. Over-current conditions can cause failure of
connector. CAUTION: The aluminum body may be
electrically "hot" after failure. Disable power source before
handling a suspected failed connector.
7. The connector contains plastic materials that are sensitive
to heat. Over-heating will cause reduced life or connector
failure. Provide thermal insulation where necessary to prevent
temperature of the unit from exceeding 140°F (60°C). <Fig 5>
Fig 6 Vibration Isolation
8. Vibration and mechanical shock will reduce life or cause
connector failure. Some installations may require a shock
isolating mounting, such as rubber tubing. <Fig 6>
9. In food and packaging applications:
Mercotac connectors contain liquid mercury and other
fluids. Isolate connector from the food processing area by
using a protective housing. Short circuit failure at or in
connection with a Mercotac connector rarely but
occasionally may result in leakage. The use of a protective
housing may be advisable in these applications. <Fig 7>
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COAX SERIES
6195 Corte del Cedro #100, Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA
MODEL Ph 760 431 7723 / Fax 760 431 0905
e-mail: info@[Link]
110
1 pole
MODEL
205
ORDER 2 pole
ACCESSORIES
SEPARATELY ORDER
ACCESSORIES
SEPARATELY
MODEL
110-T & 105
1 pole
TWO CONDUCTOR ACCESSORIES
MODEL
SINGLE CONDUCTOR ACCESSORIES 305
3 pole
TOLERANCES [Link] ([Link]) ±0.001 (±0.025) ORDER
ACCESSORIES
INCHES (mm) [Link] (x.x) ±0.010 (±0.25) SEPARATELY
WARRANTY: Units are guaranteed for one year from
date of purchase against defective materials and
workmanship. Replacement will be made except for
defects caused by abnormal use or mishandling. All
statements and technical information contained
herein, or presented by the manufacturer or his
representative are rendered in good faith. User
must assume responsibility to determine suitability
of the product for intended use. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage,
direct or consequential arising out of the use, or
attempt to use the product.
THREE CONDUCTOR ACCESSORIES
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER
105 110 /-T 110-L/TL 205 205-H 205-L 305
CONDUCTORS 1 2 3
VOLTAGE RANGE (V) AC/DC n/a 0 – 250
CURRENT RATING (A @ 240VAC) 4 10 4
MAXIMUM FREQUENCY (MHz) 200
MERCURY CONTACT RESISTANCE < 1 milliohm
MAXIMUM ROTATING SPEED (RPM) 7500 3600 1200 2000 3600 1200 1800
MAXIMUM BODY TEMPERATURE °F (°C) 212 (100) 140 (60)
MINIMUM OPERATING TEMP. °F (°C) 45 (7) -20 (-29) 45 (7) -20 (-29) 45 (7)
CIRCUIT SEPARATION n/a > 25 megohm
TYP. ROTATIONAL TORQUE (NmX10-4) < 10 35 10 75 35 20 100
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