Continuous System Wiring with PCB connectors MCS
The MULTI CONNECTION SYSTEM (MCS) is WAGO’s versatile pluggable connection system, which provides leading solutions for your wiring applications. The system includes seven product lines with pin spacings from 2.5 mm to 10.16 mm (0.98 inch to 0.4 inch) and terminates conductors ranging from 0.08 to 25 mm2 (28 to 4 AWG), offering a wide range of possible applications.
The Benefits for You:
- Versatile pluggable connection system for continuous system wiring
- Easy cable pre-assembly and on-unit wiring via vertical and horizontal actuation for the CAGE CLAMP® variants
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of both solid conductors and fine-stranded conductors with ferrules
- 100 % protection against mismating that’s easy to implement
- Compact and versatile designs
- Easy-to-customize coding options
Product Overview
Discover Our MCS Product Line
MCS MICRO
Saves application space: WAGO's smallest MCS MICRO Connector is offered with 2.5 mm (0.098 inch) pin spacing and is designed for applications where space is at a premium. This connector terminates conductors ranging in size from 0.08 to 0.5 mm2 (28–20 AWG).
Advantages:
- 100% protected against mismating
- Easy cable pre-assembly and on-unit wiring via vertical and horizontal actuation for the CAGE CLAMP® variants
- Wire-to-board and wire-to-wire connections Custom coding options
- Rated voltage up to 320 V for pin spacing as low as 2.5 mm (0.984 inch)
- THR (Through-Hole Reflow) male headers available in tape-and-reel packaging for automated SMT assembly
MCS MINI
The compact connectors for signaling applications: WAGO's compact MCS MINI Connectors are offered with 3.5 mm (0.138 inch) and 3.81 mm (0.15 inch) pin spacing for conductors ranging from 0.08 to 1.5 mm2 (28–14 AWG).
Advantages:
- 100% protected against mismating
- Versions available with both vertical and horizontal CAGE CLAMP® actuation
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of solid and ferruled conductors – with integrated push-buttons Wire-to-board, wire-to-wire, board-to-board and board-to-wire connections
- Custom coding options
- THR (Through-Hole Reflow) male headers available in tape-and-reel packaging for automated SMT assembly
- Versions with press-in pins provide solder-free connection to PCB
MCS MINI HD
High-density connections in very confined spaces: WAGO's double-row MCS MINI HD Connector is designed for control circuit applications (e.g., I/O interfaces) in compact spaces. This connector is offered with 3.5 mm (0.138 inch) pin spacing and is designed for conductors ranging from 0.08 to 1.5 mm2 (28–14 AWG).
Advantages:
- 100% protected against mismating
- Universal CAGE CLAMP® connection for all conductor types and external operating slots that are easily accessible – even when wired Double-row pole arrangement allows high-density, wire-to-board connections in very confined spaces
- Optional locking levers prevent accidental disconnection
- Custom coding options
- Strain relief plates mount in center position for optimal handling
- THR (Through-Hole Reflow) male headers available in tape-and-reel packaging for automated SMT assembly
MCS MINI SL
Ultra-low profile for high-density wiring: WAGO's MCS MINI SL Connector is just 7.8 mm (0.307 inch) tall, accommodates conductors from 0.2 mm2 to 1.5 mm2(24–14 AWG) and offers 3.5 mm (0.138 inch) pin spacing.
Advantages:
- Extremely low profile – just 7.8 mm (0.307 inch)
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of solid and ferruled conductors – with integrated push-buttons
- Wire-to-board connections
- Testing parallel to conductor entry
- Custom coding options
MCS MIDI
Versatile connectors with additional safety: WAGO's MCS MIDI Connectors are available with 5 mm (0.197 inch) and 7.5 mm (0.295 inch) pin spacing and offer additional connection safety and reliability. Only mating halves with the same number of poles can be combined. Custom coding options ensure 100% protection against mismating. Mismating is also prevented by selecting the same number of poles. Connect all conductor types ranging in size from 0.08 to 2.5 mm2 (28–12 AWG).
Advantages:
- 100% protected against mismating Versions available with both vertical and horizontal CAGE CLAMP® actuation
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of solid and ferruled conductors – with integrated push-buttons
- Wire-to-board, wire-to-wire, board-to-board and board-to-wire connections
- Custom coding options
- Long contact pins connect to rail-mount terminal blocks
- Versions with press-in pins provide solder-free connection to PCB
MCS MIDI Classic
Standard connectors for device connections: WAGO's versatile MCS MIDI Classic Connectors are available with 5, 5.08, 7.5 and 7.62 mm (0.197, 0.2, 0.295 and 0.3 inch) pin spacing. Included universal CAGE CLAMP® connection is suitable for all conductor types from 0.08 to 2.52 mm2; (28–12 AWG). Connectors equipped with locking levers or screw flanges secure connections by preventing accidental disconnection.
Advantages:
- Easy cable pre-assembly and on-unit wiring via vertical and horizontal actuation for the CAGE CLAMP® variants Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of solid and ferruled conductors – with or without integrated push-buttons
- Group arrangement of female connectors in a single header without loss of pin spacing
- Wire-to-board, wire-to-wire, board-to-board and board-to-wire connections
- Custom coding options Long contact pins connect to rail-mount terminal blocks
- Mechanically reinforced via optional strain relief plates or housings
- THR (Through-Hole Reflow) male headers available in tape-and-reel packaging for automated SMT assembly
MCS MAXI 6
WAGO’s new MCS MAXI 6 Pluggable Connection System extends the power electronics family with levers. Accommodating conductors ranging from 0.5 to 10 mm2 (20–8 AWG), the MCS MAXI 6 Connectors have increased current carrying capacity, making them ideal for higher current requirements. Their intuitive levers allow conductors to be wired directly in-hand. MCS MAXI 6 is available with 7.62 mm (0.3 inch) pin spacing.
The Benefits for You:
- Easy in-hand wiring via lever actuation
- Tool-free, intuitive lever operation
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination
- Wider conductor range and higher current carrying capacity
- Wire-to-board and wire-to-wire connections
- 100 % protected against mismating
- Based on UL 1059, both male headers and female connectors can handle up to 600 V
- Mechanically reinforced via optional strain relief plates
MCS MAXI 16
The pluggable connection system with a lever for power electronics – the only one of its kind in the world: The MCS MAXI 16 Pluggable Connection System with its innovative lever is ideally suited for your power electronics with a conductor cross-section range of 0.75 to 25 mm2 (18–4 AWG). MCS MAXI 16 is available with 10.16 mm (0.4 inch) pin spacing.
The Benefits for You:
- Easy in-hand wiring via lever actuation
- Tool-free, intuitive lever operation
- Wider conductor range and higher current carrying capacity
- 100 % protected against mismating
- Push-in CAGE CLAMP® termination of both solid conductors and fine-stranded conductors with ferrules
- Wire-to-board and wire-to-wire connections
- Coding and locking options available
New Products
Connect 2.5 mm² in the Field with the Lever
The MCS MIDI single-wire female connector is also available with a lever for conductor cross-sections from 0.14 to 2.5 mm² (26 to 12 = AWG) and 5 mm pin spacing. It offers the ideal combination of high performance, compact design and convenient lever operation.
Maximum Security Without Losing PCB Space
WAGO's MCS MAXI 16 PCB Connector offers additional locking options with a central front lock.
The MCS MAXI 16 PCB Connector with a center locking mechanism provides more security against unintentional disconnection in particularly tight spaces. This locking variant features front actuation from above the conductor entry, allowing the connector to be placed directly next to other components. The MCS MAXI 16 with Push-in CAGE CLAMP® connection reliably transmits high currents up to 101 A, for conductor cross sections up to 25 mm² and is ideal for applications in drive technology, inverters or battery storage systems. The lever technology provides tool-free wiring. This means that MCS MAXI 16 with a center locking device perfectly combines power, size and effortless operation.
Item numbers:
832-1102/320-000
832-1103/320-000
832-1104/320-000
832-1105/320-000
832-1106/320-000
Available: in stock
Your benefits:
Central front lock for particularly tight spaces
Incredible simplicity thanks to clear, tool-free and intuitive snap-in locking with one hand
Ideal for high currents up to 101 A
Tool-free wiring thanks to lever technology
Maximum Safety in Minimum Space
WAGO’s MCS MAXI 6 PCB Connection System offers tremendous design flexibility with three new connection locking systems.
Maximum safety in minimal spaces and greater flexibility for device design – this is what the three MCS MAXI 6 locking systems offer, giving electronics developers the perfect locking option to protect their applications from unintentional connector disconnection.
All three locking solutions are intuitive and can be operated with one hand. The side locking lever is optimized for applications where there is sufficient space next to the connector for actuation. The center locking lever is particularly well-suited to applications where connectors are placed directly next to each other on a device front because it locks compactly without additional grid width. However, if there’s no space left, an additional center locking mechanism that is front-actuated above the conductor entry will secure connections in extremely space-restricted conditions.
Frontline personnel worldwide benefit from readily understandable and quick operation thanks to a straightforward design and tool-free, automatic latching that provides both audible and haptic feedback when mated properly.
Your Benefits:
- Maximum safety and flexibility for device design
- Three space-saving models for compact and robust designs
- Incredible simplicity thanks to clear, tool-free and intuitive snap-in locking with one hand
Item Numbers:
831-1102/038-000 to 831-1109/038-000
831-1102/322-000 to 831-1109/332-000
831-1102/306-000 to 831-1106/306-000
Available: March 2021
Screw Locking Mechanism Maximizes Protection
WAGO’s MCS MAXI 6 Pluggable Connection System offers a screw locking mechanism for protection and extra stability.
Maximum protection against accidental disconnection and greater mechanical stability for power electronics connectivity: This is what WAGO’s new screw locking system for MCS MAXI 6 Female and Male Connectors with Push-in CAGE CLAMP® offers to users across all industries.
With this new screw locking system, WAGO's 1-conductor male connectors have an additional surface-mounting option, allowing flying leads to be easily secured to a panel. Additionally, the optional board screw connection provides extra stability to WAGO’s angled THT male headers. As a result, users benefit from maximum reliability when connecting their power electronics.
THE BENEFITS FOR YOU:
- Maximum protection against accidental disconnection
- Screw locking mechanism for extra stability
- Easily secure flying leads to a panel
Item Numbers:
831-3102/107-000 to 831-2109/107-000
831-3202/109-000 to 831-3209/109-000
831-3602/108-000 to 831-3609/108-000
831-3622/108-000 to 831-3629/108-000
Flexible Mounting Adapters for Secure DIN-Rail and Panel Mounting
Secure and flexible mounting: This is what WAGO's new mounting adapters bring to the MCS MAXI 6 and 16 PCB Connection Systems with levers. These mounting adapters allow you to easily secure flying leads with cross-sections up to 25 mm2 to a DIN-35 rail or panel.
FIELD CONNECTIONS ARE NOW CONVENIENT – EVEN FOR SMALL CROSS-SECTIONS
WAGO's MCS MINI PCB Connector with a lever and push-in connection technology offers greater wiring convenience for conductor cross-sections up to 1.5 mm2.
Maximum Safety in Minimum Space
The center locking lever and strain relief plate for WAGO MCS MAXI 16 Pluggable PCB Connectors offer safety in the most compact design.
Your Benefits:
- The most compact center locking lever on the market for pluggable PCB connectors for power electronics
- Intuitive mechanism allows easy locking and unlocking with one hand
- The strain relief plate secures the connected conductors and serves as a gripping surface to facilitate installation
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