company blog about Amphenol Automotive Connectors_MINI-MSDF000F_MINI MSD Socket, Front Mounting

Mingjiada Electronics offers the Amphenol MINI-MSDF000F, a miniature manual service disconnect (MSD) socket specifically designed for high-voltage systems in new energy vehicles. It features a front-mounted installation design. The MINI-MSDF000F serves as a ‘safety gate’ for high-voltage maintenance disconnects, playing a critical role in ensuring safety protection within the high-voltage battery systems of electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles.

MINI-MSDF000F Product Description
The MINI-MSDF000F is a miniature manual service disconnect female connector from the Amphenol Mini MSD series, specifically designed for front-mounted installation in EV/PHEV high-voltage battery packs. The MINI-MSDF000F features a two-stage lever operation, first disconnecting the HVIL and then the main circuit, ensuring maintenance personnel can safely disconnect high voltage without special tools, completely eliminating the risk of arcing and short circuits. The MINI-MSDF000F's flange-mounted front-mounted structure can be directly fixed to the battery box panel, enabling quick plug-and-play and compact layout, widely applicable to battery packs, PDUs, quick-change systems, and service interfaces.

MINI-MSDF000F Key Features
• Rated current: 170 A, rated voltage: 1 kV DC
• Two-stage lever mechanism: HVIL disconnects first, followed by the main power circuit
• Dual protection ratings: IP67 & IP69K, operating temperature range: −40 °C to +85 °C
• Flange-mounted front installation, saving internal space in the enclosure
• Compliant with LV215, USCAR-2, and USCAR-37 standards

Key Parameters
Model: MINI-MSDF000F
Pole count: 1
Installation method: Panel-mounted flange locking
Terminal type: Copper busbar M8 stud
Suitable wire gauge: 25 mm² – 50 mm²
Dimensions: 98 mm × 75 mm × 76.65 mm
Interlock: HVIL built-in microswitch
Plugging life: ≥100 cycles

Typical Applications
The MINI-MSDF000F, as a high-voltage battery ‘safety switch,’ is widely used in:
EV/PHEV battery pack maintenance windows
High-voltage busbar maintenance disconnects in energy storage cabinets
Quick-change battery module interfaces in battery swapping stations
Safety isolation between motor controllers and PDUs

Mingjiada Electronics Supply Advantages
Shenzhen Mingjiada Electronics Co., Ltd. maintains a steady stock of MINI-MSDF000F connectors, ensuring genuine products. We welcome sample and small-batch orders and offer the following services:
Professional selection support
Quick delivery from stock
Volume purchase discounts
Technical support services

Contact Information
Contact Person: Mr. Chen
Phone: +86 13410018555
Email: sales@hkmjd.com
Website: www.integrated-ic.com