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Secondary Lock



Secondary Lock

- The secondary lock is a housing securing mechanism (second locking mechanism) that secures all wires in one terminal housing. If a secondary lock is installed at a terminal housing, it must always be opened or removed using specified tool before releasing and pulling out individual crimp contacts.
- Secondary lock is distinguished by a different color from the rest of the contact housing. It simplifies recognizing the secondary lock and clarifies its function.
- The shapes of the terminal housings depicted here are only a selection which, as an example, should make clear the various functions of the secondary lock.







Example 1:
- Release housing lock by removing "cam" - arrow -.







Example 2:
- Release housing lock by opening "lid" - arrow -.







Example 3:
- Release housing lock by disengaging "slider" - arrow -.