HyperGrip® connectors from Smiths Interconnect are designed for medical applications where mechanical security, environmental sealing, and long-term durability are critical to system performance.
These connectors utilize a push-pull coupling mechanism that provides audible and tactile confirmation of full engagement, reducing the risk of partial mating or accidental disconnects during use. The design supports high mating cycles, making it suitable for devices that are frequently connected, disconnected, and cleaned.
HyperGrip® connectors offer ingress protection options, helping safeguard signal integrity and power delivery in environments where exposure to fluids, disinfectants, and repeated handling is common.
Typical Applications
Patient monitoring systems, diagnostic equipment, imaging devices, and life-support systems.
Key Applications
- Patient monitoring systems
- Diagnostic and laboratory equipment
- Medical imaging systems
- Life-support and critical care devices
- Portable and wearable medical devices
- Hospital bedside and point-of-care equipment
Key Reliability Considerations
- Secure push-pull locking for vibration and handling resistance
- Environmental sealing to reduce ingress-related failures
- Stable electrical performance over repeated mating cycles
“In medical device design, connector reliability is part of the safety system — secure mating and environmental protection are fundamental to risk mitigation.”
— Senior Applications Engineer, Interconnect Systems
Design Considerations
- Verify ingress protection requirements based on cleaning agents and fluid exposure
- Evaluate mating cycle life for devices with frequent connect/disconnect use
- Confirm tactile/audible locking feedback aligns with clinical handling workflows
- Assess material compatibility with sterilization and disinfection processes