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RAST Connectors

The UL-94V0-rated, glow wire capable RAST Connector System delivers a range of current ratings to offer design flexibility for a variety of home appliance and automotive lighting applications.

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Current Compliance Mating Cycles
Up to 16.0A Glow Wire, Hot Wire and Various Approvals 10 Minimum

RAST 2.5

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RAST 5

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RAST Power

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RAST R-Power

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RAST R5

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Features and Benefits

Consumer OEMs need reliable connectors because an unreliable connection can result in end-product failure. With 4 points of contact at the mating interface, RAST 2.5 and RAST 5 IDT design is an extremely reliable power connector.

Regulations vary across countries and regions, with some having to meet glow wire compliance and other needing to be UL-94V0 rated. In order to sell in Europe, for instance, connectors need to be glow wire compliant, while end product connectors in the U.S. require a UL-94V0 rating. RAST 2.5, 5 and Power Connectors offer both glow wire compliant and UL-94V0-Rated versions.

RAST 2.5 Connector System

Glow wire capable and hot wire compliant (V2 and V0)
Meets European safety standard IEC-60335-1 4th Edition and US safety standards

Multiple keying and polarization options
Prevents mis-mating with PCB

Color stripe marking
Provides easy identification when multiple parts are used

Direct and indirect mating
Provides an overall cost savings

Pip-lock, side-lock and internal-lock latching
Increases PCB retention for direct mating

IDT terminations / double IDT slot
Provides reliable daisy chain mating and improved wire termination and retention

RAST 5 Connector System

Glow wire capable and hot wire compliant (V2 and V0)
Meets European safety standard IEC-60335-1 4th Edition

Multiple keying and polarization options
Prevents mis-mating with PCB

Color stripe marking
Provides easy identification when multiple parts are used

Indirect mating with RAST 5 headers
Provides an overall cost savings

External-locking latch
Provides secure retention to mated part Provides secure retention of female component on PCB header

Terminal and IDT
Reliable mating and wire retention specification

RAST Power Connector System

Glow wire capable and hot wire compliant (V2 and V0)
Meets European safety standard IEC-60335-1 4th Edition

Multiple keying and polarization options
Prevents mis-mating with PCB

Color stripe marking
Provides easy identification when multiple parts are used

Direct and indirect mating directly to PCB
Provides an overall cost savings

Internal-locking latch
Provides secure mating when connecting directly to PCB

High current ratings up to 16.0A
Delivers design flexibility for high- and mid-current applications

RAST R5 Connector System

Ensures performance, safety and compliance with material specifications
because it is UL CSA-and VDE-approved and glow wire capable

Provides overall cost savings
due to direct- and indirect-mating options to the PCB

Ideal for a variety of home appliance applications
as these connectors offer a wide range of current ratings

Provides polarization on the PCB
with headers that have a staggered footprint 

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Applications by Industry

Air conditioners
Countertops
Coffee machines
Dishwashers
Clothes Dryers
Hair dryers
HVAC
Irons
Microwaves
Ovens
Refrigerators
Toasters
Washing machines
Vacuum cleaners

This is not a definitive list of applications for this product. It represents some of the more common uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can RAST R5 Connectors be mated with RAST 5 headers?
Yes! The R5 connectors can be mated with RAST 5 headers for an indirect connection.

What is the main difference between RAST R5 and RAST 5 Connectors?
We created the RAST R5 series to offer customers a lower-cost alternative to our RAST 5 series. We achieve this by reducing the size of the connector but keeping the same electrical features.