TE Connectivity Quadrax DSub User guide

1 of 13
© 2014 TE Connectivity family of companies
All Rights Reserved
*Trademark
TE Connectivity, TE connectivity (logo), and TE (logo) are trademarks. Other logos, product, and/or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
TOOLING ASSISTANCE CENTER 1-800-722-1111
PRODUCT INFORMATION 1-800-522-6752
This controlled document is subject to change.
For latest revision and Regional Customer Service,
visit our website at www.te.com.
Application Specification
114-13233
11 APR 14 Rev B
NOTE
All numerical values are in metric units [with U.S. customary units in brackets]. Dimensions are in millimeters [and inches].
Unless otherwise specified, dimensions have a tolerance of ±0.13 mm [±.005 in.] and angles have a tolerance of ±2°. Figures
and illustrations are for identification only and are not drawn to scale.
1. INTRODUCTION
This specification covers the requirements for application of Quadrax DSub Connectors and Quadrax Contacts.
The Quadrax DSub Connectors consist of a four-position free hanging/ panel-mount plug, a right-angle printed
circuit (pc) board mount receptacle, and a free-hanging receptacle.
The Quadrax Pin and Socket Contacts shall be applied to appropriate Quadrax cables. The contact assembly
contains an outer shell, a one-piece dielectric, and four signal contacts. An inner crimp ferrule is included with
the cable applied contacts, and an optional sealing boot/plug is also available. These Quadrax Contacts may
also be used in other connector systems such as ARINC 600 Connectors, and MIL-DTL-38999 style
connectors. Contact TE Connectivity Product Engineering for specific application requirements for these other
product lines.
When corresponding with TE Personnel, use the terminology provided in this specification to facilitate inquiries
for information. Basic terms and features of this product are provided in Figure 1.
Figure 1
Quadrax DSub Connectors
and Quadrax Contacts
NOTE: Figures and illustrations are for
reference only and are not drawn to scale.
Pin Shell
Pin Insert Dielectric
Slot
Pin Contact
Inner Ferrule
Cable Not
Included in Kit
Socket Insert
Dielectric
Positioning Key
Socket Contact
Slot
Wire Sealing
Boot (Optional)
Socket Shell
Wiring Key (Index Line)

114-13233
Rev B
2 of 13
2. REFERENCE MATERIAL
2.1. Revision Summary
Updated document to corporate requirements and updated text in Paragraph 2.2
2.2. Customer Assistance
Reference Product Base Part Numbers 1445692, 2000314, and Product Code H723 are representative
numbers of Quadrax DSub Connectors and Contacts. Use of these numbers will identify the product line and
help you to obtain product and tooling information. Such information can be obtained through a local TE
Representative, by visiting our website at www.te.com, or by calling PRODUCT INFORMATION or the
TOOLING ASSISTANCE CENTER at the numbers at the bottom of page 1.
2.3. Drawings
Customer Drawings for product part numbers are available from the service network. If there is a conflict
between the information contained in the Customer Drawings and this specification or with any other technical
documentation supplied, the information contained in the Customer Drawings takes priority.
2.4. Manuals
Manual 402-40 is available upon request and can be used as a guide to soldering. This manual provides
information on various flux types and characteristics with the commercial designation and flux removal
procedures. A checklist is included in the manual as a guide for information on soldering problems.
2.5. Specifications
Product Specification 108-2131 and Qualification Test Report 501-574 provides product performance and test
information for the Quadrax Contacts. Test Specification 109-11 provides solderability requirements and
evaluation methods. The DSub connectors are tested to Product Specification 108-2311. Application
Specification 114-13123 provides crimping procedures and requirements for the pin and socket contacts.
2.6. Instructional Material
The following list includes available instruction sheets (408-series) that may provide assembly procedures for
product, operation, maintenance and repair of tooling.
Document Number Document Title
408-2766 Coaxial Cable Stripper Cable Kits 603995
408-7424 Checking Terminal Crimp Height or Gaging Die Closure
408-7516 Application Tooling for Screw-Machine Contacts
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1. Safety
Do not stack product shipping containers so high that the containers buckle or deform.
3.2. Limitations
The connectors are designed to operate within a temperature range of -65° to 125°C [-85° to 257°F].
NOTE
Temperature rating of the cable must be considered when determining operating temperature of the connector and cable
assembly.
3.3. Storage
A. Ultraviolet Light
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light may deteriorate the chemical composition of components used in
the contacts or connectors.

114-13233
Rev B
3 of 13
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light may deteriorate the chemical composition used in the product
material.
B. Shelf Life
The contacts and connector kits should remain in the shipping containers until ready for use to prevent
damage. These products should be used on a first in, first out basis to avoid storage contamination.
C. Chemical Exposure
Do not store product near any chemical listed below as they may cause stress corrosion cracking in the
material.
Alkalies Ammonia Citrates Phosphates Citrates Sulfur Compounds
Amines Carbonates Nitrites Sulfur Nitrites Tartrates
NOTE
Where the above environmental conditions exist, phosphor-bronze contacts are recommended if available.
3.4. Cable Selection and Preparation
Special considerations must be adhered to in the cable stripping operation.
A. Selection
The pin and socket contacts will accept a wire size of 24 and 26 AWG in a 4-conductor (Quad) cable
configuration in 100 Ohm and 150 Ohm. Cable suppliers such as Raychem* and TENSOLITE may be
used. Contact TE to confirm all cable sizes and compatible contacts.
B. Preparation
CAUTION
Reasonable care must be taken not to nick, scrape, or cut any conductors during the stripping operation.
NOTE
Dimensions and procedures for stripping the cable may be found on TE Application Specification 114-13123.
3.5. Crimped Contact Requirements
NOTE
Dimensions and procedures for crimping the contacts may be found on TE Application Specification 114-13123.
3.6. Pin Contact Assembly
NOTE
Dimensions and procedures for assembling pin contacts and pin shell may be found on TE Application Specification
114-13123.
3.7. Socket Contact Assembly
NOTE
Dimensions and procedures for assembling the socket contacts and socket shell may be found on TE Application Specification
114-13123.
3.8. Contact Cavity Numbering
Figure 2 provides information on contact cavity numbering with regards to standard and reverse number
assignments for the pin and socket connector assembly per ARINC 600 Supplement 14.
NOTE
The same specific part number can be used as either a standard or reverse pin assignment. Cavity numbers 2 and 4 are the
same for either standard or reverse assignment. On standard wiring assignment, position 1 will be adjacent to the wiring key
(index line). On reverse assignment, position 3 will be adjacent to the wiring key. Standard verses reverse assignments are
dependent on the location of cavity numbers 1 and 3.
TENSOLITE is a trademark.

114-13233
Rev B
4 of 13
Figure 2
3.9. Installation of Quadrax Contacts into Plug and Receptacle Connector Assemblies
The following paragraphs provide information on assembly procedures for the pin and socket contact
assemblies installed in the receptacle and plug connectors.
Positioning Key
Wiring Key (Index Line)
Standard Cavity Number Assignment
Socket Contact Mating Face
Pin Contact Mating Face
Socket Contact Mating Face
Pin Contact Mating Face
Positioning Key
Wiring Key (Index Line)
Reverse Cavity Number Assignment
Socket-to-Socket Arrangement
Pin-to-Pin Arrangement
Socket Contact Mating
Face with Reverse Cavity
Number Assignment
Socket Contact Mating
Face with Standard
Cavity Number Assignment
Pin Contact Mating
Face with Reverse Cavity
Number Assignment
Pin Contact Mating
Face with Standard Cavity
Number Assignment

114-13233
Rev B
5 of 13
A. Installation of Quadrax Pin Contact Assemblies in Receptacle Connectors
Line up the positioning key with the internal key on the connector. Install the pin shell sub-assembly into
the receptacle assembly until the pin shell snaps in place. Insert wire seal until flush with rear surface of
housing. Refer to Figure 3.
Figure 3
B. Installation of Quadrax Socket Contact Assemblies into Plug Connectors
Line up the positioning key with the internal key on the connector. Install the socket shell sub-assembly in
the plug assembly until the socket shell snaps in place. Insert wire seal until flush with rear surface of
housing. Refer to Figure 4.
Figure 4
Pin Shell Assembly
Shown with Wire Seal
Align Contact Key with
Internal Housing Key
Socket Shell Assembly
Shown with Wire Seal
Align Contact Key with
Internal Housing Key

114-13233
Rev B
6 of 13
3.10. Installation of Backshell Assembly (See Figure 5)
Place one side of the backshell on the back of the connector aligning the rib on the housing with the
groove in the backshell. Make sure that the backshell is on top of the last gland of the sealing boot/plug.
NOTE
Make sure the screw threads are recessed into the strain relief clamp to prevent interference with the housing during
assembly.
Repeat step 1 with the other half of the strain relief clamp.
Using a 5/64-in. Allen wrench, tighten the captive screws.
Apply two cable ties through the backshell as shown.
Figure 5
Captive Screws
Recessed for
Assembly
Seal Gland
Under Backshell
Backshell
Retention Rib
Cable Ties (Customer Supplied)
Captive Screws Thread
into Housing
Retention Rib in
Backshell Groove

114-13233
Rev B
7 of 13
3.11. Removal of Quadrax Contacts from Plug and Receptacle Connector Assemblies (RR/RR)
Use recommended Extraction Tool 1738894-1 for removal of the pin or socket contacts from the plug or
receptacle connector assemblies. Refer to Figure 6.
Cut wire tie and remove backshell by loosening the captive screws.
Slide sealing boot back up the cable and out of the way.
Insert extraction tool over wire insulation and bottom the tool in the cavity hole.
Pull up while holding the tool and cable. Contact should easily come out.
Figure 6
3.12. Mounting Hardware
A. Assembling Screw Retainer Kit (211883-5) (Figure 7)
Align the oval (flat) side of the retainer with the front of the connector flange.
Slide the retainer onto the flange and align holes.
Thread the retainer screw through the retainer from the back of the flange.
B. Assembling Screwlock Kits (212447-1)
a. Right-Angle Receptacle (Figure 7)
(1) Pass the screwlock through the panel and thread it into the threaded flange of the connector.
NOTE
Recommend torque for the screwlock assembly to be 0.45 N●m [4 in.-lb].
Socket Shell
NOTE: Plug Connector Shown, Process
is Same for Receptacle Connector
Recommended Extraction
Tool 1738894-1

114-13233
Rev B
8 of 13
Figure 7
NOTE
Panel thickness is 1.52-1.65 mm [.060-.065 in.].
b. Free Hanging Plug (Figure 8)
(1) Install two flat washers on the screwlock and insert the screwlock through the front of the
connector flange.
(2) Secure the assembly with a lockwasher and a nut.
Figure 8
Screw Retainer Kit
211883-5
Screwlock
Right-Angle PC
Board Receptacle
Cable Plug
Screwlock Kit 212447-1
Male Jackscrew
(Supplied with
Connector
Cable Receptacle
Cable Receptacle

114-13233
Rev B
9 of 13
3.13. PC Board Connectors
A. PC Board Material and Thickness
PC board material may be glass epoxy (FR-4, G-10), or other TE Engineering approved substrates.
The pc board contact can be installed on various thickness of pc board. Board thickness may vary
depending upon the application, however, contact tail length through the pc board becomes important for
wave soldering operations. A recommended minimum of 1.27 mm [.050 in.] of the contact solder tail
should protrude through the pc board.
Contact the Product Information Center or the Tooling Assistance Center number listed at the bottom
of page 1 for suitability pc board materials or thicknesses.
B. PC Board Layout
The contact holes in the pc board must be located as shown to ensure proper placement and
performance of the connector. Design the pc board using the dimensions provided in Figure 9. The layout
shows the top (component) side of the board.
Figure 9
C. Contact Holes
The contact holes in the pc board must be precisely located to ensure proper placement and optimum
performance of the connector, and must be prepared to the requirements provided in Figure 10.
3.14. Connector Spacing
Care must be taken to avoid interference between adjacent connectors and/or other components. There is no
required spacing between connectors, however spacing may be dependent on variable hardware used and the
clearance required for mating connectors.

114-13233
Rev B
10 of 13
Figure 10
3.15. Placement
CAUTION
Connectors should be handled only by the housing to avoid deformation, contamination, or damage to the contacts.
When placing connectors on the pc board, make sure that the contacts are aligned and started into the
matching holes before seating the connector onto the pc board.
3.16. Soldering Connectors
The PC Board Quadrax Connector can be soldered with wave, vapor phase, or infrared reflow processes,
provided the temperatures and exposure time are within the ranges specified in Figure 11. TE recommends the
use of SN60 or SN62 solder for the connectors. Refer to Paragraph 2.4 for instructional material that is
available for establishing soldering guidelines.
SOLDERING PROCESS
TEMPERATURE
TIME (At Max Temperature)
Wave
260°C [500°F] (Wave Temperature)
5 Seconds
Vapor Phase
215°C [419°F]
5 Minutes
Infrared Reflow
230°C [446°F]
5 Minutes
Figure 11
A. Flux Selection
Contact solder tines must be fluxed prior to soldering with a mildly active, rosin base flux. Selection of the
flux will depend on the type of pc board and other components mounted on the board. Additionally, the
flux must be compatible with the wave solder line, manufacturing, health, and safety requirements. Call
the Product Information phone number at the bottom of page 1 for consideration of other types of flux.
Some fluxes that are compatible with these connectors are provided in Figure 12.
FLUX TYPE
ACTIVITY
RESIDUE
COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION
KESTER
ALPHA
Type RMA
(Mildly Activated)
Mild
Noncorrosive
186
611
Figure 12
B. Cleaning
After soldering, removal of fluxes, residues, and activators is necessary. Consult with the supplier of the
solder and flux for recommended cleaning solvents. The following is a listing of common cleaning solvents
that will not affect the connectors for the time and temperature specified. See Figure 13.
KESTER AND ALPHA are trademarks of their respective companies.
Board Thickness 1.60 [.063] Nominal
Pad Diameter (As
Required)
Tin or Tin/Lead Thickness (As Required)
Dia of Finished Hole After Plating 1.07 [.040] Min●
Drilled Hole Diameter (As Required)
Copper Thickness (As Required) (Maximum
Hardness of Copper to be 150 Knoop)
●Ground Legs 1.65 [.065] Min.

114-13233
Rev B
11 of 13
DANGER
Consideration must be given to toxicity and other safety requirements recommended by the solvent manufacturer. Refer to the
manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for characteristics and handling of cleaners. Trichloroethylene and
Methylene Chloride can be used with no harmful effect to the connectors; however TE does not recommend them because of
the harmful occupational and environmental effects. Both are carcinogenic (cancer-causing) and Trichloroethylene is harmful
to the earth's ozone layer.
NOTE
If you have a particular solvent that is not listed, contact the Tooling Assistance Center or Product Information number at the
bottom of page 1.
CLEANER
TIME
(Minutes)
TEMPERATURE
(Max)
NAME
TYPE
ALPHA 2110
Aqueous
1
132°C [270°F]
BIOACT EC-7
Solvent
5
100°C [212°F]
Butyl CARBITOL
Solvent
1
Ambient Room
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
5
100°C [212°F]
KESTER 5778
Aqueous
KESTER 5779
Aqueous
LONCOTERGE 520
Aqueous
LONCOTERGE 530
Aqueous
Terpene
Solvent
Figure 13
C. Drying
When drying cleaned connectors, make certain that temperature limitations are not exceeded: -40° to
105° C [-40° to 221°F]. Excessive temperatures may cause degradation.
3.17. Checking Installed Connector
All solder joints should conform to those specified in Test Specification 109-11. The connector must seat on the
pc board to within the tolerance of 0-0.25 mm [.000-.010 in.].
3.18. Panel Cutouts
Recommended panel cutout is shown in Figure 14. Panel thickness range is 1.52-1.65 mm [.060-.065 in.].
Figure 14
3.19. Mating/Unmating
To properly mate and unmate the two halves of a connector system, align the keystone keying and fully mate
the connectors. Engage and tighten the retainer screws/jack screws to 0.40-0.45 Nm [3.5-4.0 in.-lbs] to ensure
the seal is compressed and the shells are bottomed.
ALPHA, BIOACT, CARBITOL, LONCOTERGE, and KESTER are trademarks of their respective owners.
10°±2°
3.05 ±0.05
[.120 ±.002]
2 Plc
R 3.35 [.132] 4 Plc
11.40 [.449]
47.04 [1.852]
42.52 1.674]

114-13233
Rev B
12 of 13
NOTE
Connector shells must bottom for full engagement and seal compression.
3.20. Repair/Replacement
CAUTION
Damaged components must not be used. If a damaged component is evident, it must be removed and replaced with a new
one. Terminated contacts and ferrules must not be re-terminated.
4. QUALIFICATION
Quadrax DSub Connectors and Quadrax Contacts are not required to be agency evaluated and tested.
5. TOOLING
Quadrax Contacts and ferrules can be terminated using hand crimping tools that accommodate the wire size
specified. Military (DANIELS) tool, positioner, and die sets are available to crimp the screw-machine pin or
socket contact, and ferrule. See Figure 15 for recommended tooling.
WIRE SIZE
(AWG)
CONTACT
TYPE
CONTACT TERMINATION TOOLING
FERRULE TERMINATION
TOOLING
RECOMMENDED
EXTRACTION
TOOL
HAND
TOOL
POSITIONER
OR DIE SET
SELECTOR
SETTING
HAND TOOL
DIE SET
26
Pin or Socket
M22520/2-01
K709
4
M22520/5-01
or 608650-1
5-45
1738894-1
24
Pin or Socket
M22520/2-01
K709
5
M22520/5-01
or 608650-1
5-45
1738894-1
Figure 15
Recommended
Extraction Tool
1738894-1
Ferrule Termination
(Military) DANIELS
Tool and Die Set
Signal Contact Termination
(Military) DANIELS Tool
and Positioner
Ferrule Insertion Tool
1976593-1 (Socket 1445693)
and 1976593-2 (Pin 1445692)

114-13233
Rev B
13 of 13
6. VISUAL AID
The illustration below shows a typical application of Quadrax DSub Connectors and Contacts. This illustration
should be used by production personnel to ensure a correctly applied product. Applications which DO NOT
appear correct should be inspected using the information in the preceding pages of this specification and in the
instructional material shipped with the product or tooling.
FIGURE 16. VISUAL AID
WIRE MUST BE VISIBLE
IN INSPECTION HOLE
CONTACT MUST BE
VISUALLY STRAIGHT
AND NO DAMAGE TO
MATING END
WIRE MUST BE VISIBLE
IN INSPECTION HOLE
WIRE SEALS
ORIENTED
CORRECTLY
WIRE SEALS
FULLY SEATED
PIN CONTACTS
FULLY BOTTOMED
IN PIN DIELECTRIC
TWO 0.79 MM [.031 IN.] THICK
WASHERS OR 1.57 MM [.062 IN.]
PANEL TO ENSURE PROPER
HARDWARE ENGAGEMENT
STRAIN RELIEF SECURELY
FASTENED TO HOUSING
TIE WRAPS TIGHT TO
SECURE STRAIN
RELIEF HALVES