Switchcraft Page 1 of 4 Previous Page | Return to Index | Next Page Q-G(R) CONNECTORS (R) Q-G AUDIO CONNECTORS A, AA, AND QGP SERIES click here to download a schematic drawing (you will need to have Adobe Acrobat installed on your system to do this) (R) QGP connectors (3 contacts only) feature Vel-Tone non-reflective finish, gray TPR flex relief and plated pins/contacts for the most demanding applications. (R) (R) Preferred by audio professionals the world over, Switchcraft QG connectors feature unsurpassed durability and a choice of finishes and contact platings. Features include: (R) * High performance inserts in traditional Switchcraft green or black. * Solder terminals rotated for easier access and soldering. 05/02/2006 Switchcraft Page 2 of 4 * All metal housing. AA Series Only * Rugged 1-piece cable clamp to relieve pulling and twisting stresses on terminations. * No Screws flex relief retention system. * Integral bump shell grounding system. SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL Contact Resistance: 50 milliohm maximum, per pole. Current Rating: 3 pole - 15A, 4 pole - 10A, 5 and 6 pole - 7.5A, 7 pole - 5A @ 125VAC. Insulation Resistance: 1,000 M(omega), minimum. Dielectric Withstanding Voltage: 1,000 V (rms). Capacitance: 2 pF between pins and 4 pF between pins and shell, maximum (AA3M and AA3F). MECHANICAL Insertion/Withdrawal Forces: 7 pound maximum, 5 pound nominal, insertion; 7 pound maximum, 5 pound nominal, withdrawal. Wire Size: #12 wire gauge solid; #14 wire gauge stranded (3 contact). #14 wire gauge solid; #16 wire gauge stranded (4 contact). #16 wire gauge solid; #18 wire gauge stranded (5 and 6 contact). #18 wire gauge solid; #20 stranded (7 contact). (Q-G and QGP). MATERIAL Q-G Connectors (A and AA Series) Shell: Die-cast zinc. Satin nickel finish, black velvet. Insert Insulation: Molded thermoplastic. Socket Contacts: Silver-plated copper alloy tarnish-resistant; bifurcated on 3-contact type. Gold is available Pin Contacts: Silver-plated copper alloy. Resists tarnishing, and provide excellent electrical conductivity. Gold is available. http://www.switchcraft.com/products/connectors-4.html 05/02/2006 Switchcraft Page 3 of 4 Latchlock: High-strength die-cast zinc. Latch Release: Steel, nickel-plated. Latch Detent: Formed stainless steel. Insert Screw: Stainless steel. Flex Relief: TPR (thermoplastic rubber). QGP Connectors (R) Shell: Die-cast zinc, non-reflective gray Vel-Tone finish. Socket Contacts: Gold-plated copper alloy Pin Contact: Gold-plated copper alloy PART NUMBERS - FEMALE CORD PLUGS Advanced Q-6® Cord Plugs, Series AA(*)F and AQGP AA3F AA3FB AA3FBAU AA3FD AA3FL - - AQGP322 3 - AA3FLD - 3 AA4F AA4FB - AA4FD AA4FL - 4 AA5F AA5FB - AA5FD AA5FL - 5 AA6F AA6FB - AA6FD AA6FL - 6 AA7F AA7FB - AA7FD AA7FL - 7 Available on special order only; contact Switchcraft for price and delivery. PART NUMBERS - MALE CORD PLUGS Advanced Q-6® Cord Plugs, Series AA(*)M and AQGP AA3M AA4M AA3MB AA3MBAU AA3ML - AQGP323 3 - AA4ML - 4 AA5M AA5MB - AA5ML - 5 AA6M - - AA6ML - 6 AA7M - - AA7ML - 7 http://www.switchcraft.com/products/connectors-4.html 05/02/2006 Switchcraft Page 4 of 4 Available on special order only; contact Switchcraft for price and delivery. All above part numbers have black flex relief installed. Contact Switchcraft for color flex relief. Previous Page | Return to Index | Next Page To search a category please click on the corresponding icon: | Connectors | Jacks and Plugs | | Patch Panels, Patch Kits & Jackfields | Cable Assemblies and Patch Cords | Switches | All products shown are covered by Switchcraft's limited lifetime warranty. | Switchcraft home | About Us | Products | What's New | Search | Contact Us http://www.switchcraft.com/products/connectors-4.html 05/02/2006