Vertical Power VP-X J12 Molex connector part ID

[jandetlefsen]

Looking to source the VPX connector from Mouser since i can get free shipping, Stein and Co aren't very economical for small international orders.

The MX150L connector finder on the Molex website gives me 4 options so i need some help.

4 possible J12 connectors

One difference being with or without "CPA" locking mechanism. Always makes sense on a plane to secure things in place but do they work with the connectors on the VP-X?

The other difference is 14-16 AWG vs 18-22 AWG. What do you pick if you have 14,18 and 20 sized wires on the same connector?

 

[GeoffP]

I bought part # 0194180037 from Digi-Key, and it fitted the VP-X I have. I also got the pins in two sizes, the 14-16AWG Part # 0194200001 and 18-22 Part # 0194200002. These both fit the housings, just need to match the wires.

 

[jandetlefsen]

Thanks for the reply, that helps a lot.

 

[jakej]

Mouser p/n 19418-0026 (12way) receptacle worked for me.

 

[jandetlefsen]

Does the locking mechanism work with the VPX?

 

[jakej]

Yes, It’s the same connector as used on the VPX units.

 

[jandetlefsen]

thank you, i know what i need now.

 

[jandetlefsen]

okay so the difference between the wire gauges is the size of the gasket in the back. You can safely opt for the bigger size in a plane environment, probably easier to deal with.