170326-1 – TE CONNECTIVITY

Overview

The TE Connectivity 170326-1 is a non-insulated, female quick connect terminal designed for robust 14-18 AWG wire termination via crimp. Its primary function is to facilitate reliable, high-current electrical connections in applications where rapid assembly and disassembly are paramount. A critical design consideration for this component is managing the trade-off between its compact 0.187″ tab width, which enables high-density connector configurations, and the required crimp pressure to ensure consistent low contact resistance across its operational temperature range, especially when dealing with the upper end of the 14 AWG wire gauge.

Key Features

• Terminal Type: Standard Quick Connect Female
• Tab Dimensions: 0.187″ (4.75mm) Width x 0.020″ (0.51mm) Thickness
• Wire Gauge Compatibility: 14-18 AWG
• Termination Method: Crimp
• Contact Material: Brass with Tin Finish
• Overall Length: 0.850″ (21.59mm)

Applications

The component is engineered for deployment in systems requiring high reliability and performance under specific operating conditions. It provides functional stability across the stated design envelope.

• High-current power distribution in automotive harnesses.
• Field-serviceable connections in industrial automation equipment.
• Rapid prototyping and modular design in appliance control systems.
• Secure mating for power input/output on test and measurement instrumentation.