AC SERIES CHASSIS CONNECTORS
A AND B TYPE FLANGE
AC SERIES XLR PCB
CHASSIS MOUNT
CONNECTORS
The AC series, A and B type XLR chassis
receptacles have been designed and
manufactured with the Original Equipment
Manufacturers’ (OEM) needs in mind. The
compact shell design allows a significant
space saving over the traditional ‘D’ type
shell. Gold plated contacts improve the
performance, ensuring a reliable contact
and the unique grounding link options offer
flexibility in design.
Options
• Vertical PCB contacts
• Horizontal PCB contacts
• Precision Machined Pin contacts
• Cost effective Stamped Socket contacts
• Gold Plated contacts (Standard)
• Silver Plated contacts (Optional)
• Bulk Packaging
• Integrated Switch
Simple steps to guide you
in using this catalogue
1) Identify the product group listed in
Contents on page 1 and go directly to
that page number.
2) Each product group cover page then details
information and options available.
3) Refer to the product detail pages and identify
the product you require pictorially.
4) Read the product description column for the
products standard features.
5) Use variations column to determine
your choice.
6) Identify part number.
7) In the event the particular option you require
is not listed please refer to the part number
breakdown page at the end of each section.
8) Please contact us directly if you have any
further problems.
Features
• A leading first mate last break socket contact
is standard on all female connectors (Pin 1).
• Vertical and Horizontal PCB
versions available.
• Latching and Non-latching
versions available.
• A range of different grounding options are
available including:
- Mating connector shell to Pin 1
- Mating connector shell to Chassis
- Mating connector shell to pin 1
to Chassis
• A type is available in 3 or 5 contacts.
• B type is available in 3 contact only.
• Compatible with all other XLR brands.
• Metal Mounting Flange (B type)
Ordering Codes
We have listed the more common ordering
codes in each section. For further options
please refer to the part number breakdown
charts. Please contact us if you need any
further assistance.
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AC SERIES CHASSIS CONNECTORS
THERMOPLASTIC A -
TYPE FLANGE 3 CONTACT
Features:
• Thermoplastic Shell
• Industry standard PCB footprints.
• Vertical or Horizontal PCB mounting.
• Precision machined pin contacts.
• Gold plated contacts.
• Leading first mate last break socket contact.
• Bulk packed in trays, 100 to a box as standard.
• Positive latch lock system.
Options:
Silver plated contacts, Vertical or Horizontal PCB,
Various grounding methods, Latching or Non-Latching.
Part Number Breakdown: page 44 Specifications: page 47
PCB Footprints: page 48
Panel Cutouts: page 49
Recommended Fastener: page 137
PRODUCT - FIGURE
DRAWING
Dimensions in mm (inches)
DESCRIPTION
XLR 3 pole male,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
GROUND LINK
VARIATIONS
No Ground Link
PART NUMBER
AC3MAH-AU-B
XLR 3 pole male,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
Pin 1 to Chassis to
Mating connector
shell
AC3MAH1-AU-B
XLR 3 pole male,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
Mating connector
shell to Chassis -
Pin 1 sep. Ground
AC3MAH2-AU-B
XLR 3 pole male,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
Mating connector
shell to Pin 1
AC3MAH3-AU-B
XLR 3 pole male,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
Mating connector
shell to Chassis
to PCB, Pin 1 sep.
Ground
AC3MAH4-AU-B
XLR 3 pole male with
integrated switch,
Horizontal PCB,
Gold Plated Contacts,
Bulk Pack
Mating connector
shell to Chassis
to PCB, Pin 1 sep.
Ground
AC3MAH4-SW-B
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ENTERTAINMENT INTERCONNECT CATALOGUE
- Amphenol Australia Pty Ltd
Telephone 61 3 8796 8888 Fax 61 3 8796 8801
www.amphenolaudio.com