Key facts
- Brand
- SOURIAU
- Model
- 8STA
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-07
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Souriau 8STA Circular Miniature Connector Manual
The 8STA circular miniature connector offers an ultra‑compact design with a rugged aluminium body, positive locking mechanism and colour‑coded keyways for easy identification. Various shell styles are available, including oval flange receptacle, in‑line receptacle, PCB‑contact versions and plug configurations.
Technical characteristics cover mechanical and electrical data such as aluminium construction, conductive black zinc plating, gold‑plated copper‑alloy contacts, 500 mating cycles endurance, shock resistance of 300 g for 3 ms, and vibration tolerance up to 147 m/s². Detailed dimensions, contact layouts, crimping tools and shrinkable termination options are also provided.
SOURIAU 8STA specifications
| Material | Aluminium version |
|---|---|
| Shell plating | Conductive black zinc |
| Insulator | Thermoplastic |
| Grommet and seal | Liqguid silicone rubber |
| Contact material | Copper alloy |
| Contact plating | Gold |
| Endurance | 500 mating/unmating operations |
| Shock resistance | 300 g for 3 ms |
| Vibration tolerance | 147 m/s², 10‑2000 Hz |
| Contact retention (size 26) | 35 N |
All SOURIAU 8STA documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the endurance rating of the 8STA connector?
The connector is rated for 500 mating/unmating operations.
What shell styles are available for the 8STA size 02 connector?
Available shell styles include oval flange receptacle, in‑line receptacle, oval flange receptacle with PCB contacts, and plug.
What shell styles are available for the 8STA shell size 04?
The available shell styles are Oval flange receptacle, In‑line receptacle, Oval flange receptacle with PCB contacts, Plug, and Jam nut receptacle.
What temperature range can the 8STA shell size 04 operate in?
It can operate from –55 °C up to +175 °C.
What is the maximum test voltage for the 8STA connector?
The connector is rated for a test voltage of 1300 Vrms.
From: Souriau 8STA Circular Miniature Connector Size 06-05 Datasheet
What IP protection does the 8STA connector provide when mated?
Mated connectors achieve an IP67 sealing rating.
From: Souriau 8STA Circular Miniature Connector Size 06-05 Datasheet
