Description
Dynatech Communications DPC-12-1 2ft Pogo Pin Patch Cable 2930000001 Rev A
The Dynatech Communications DPC-12-1 is a 2-foot patch cable fitted with cylindrical pogo-pin (spring-contact) connectors on both ends. Each connector uses a row of gold-plated spring pins mounted on a white substrate, housed in a black cylindrical body with a strain-relief boot. The cable carries US Patent Nos. 3665129, 4080040, and 4140918, and is manufactured in the USA by Dynatech Communications.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Dynatech Communications
- Model / Part Number: DPC-12-1
- Assembly Part Number: 2930000001
- Revision: Rev A
- Cable length: approximately 2 ft (24 inches)
- Connector type: Cylindrical pogo-pin (spring-contact) — both ends
- Contact finish: Gold-plated pogo pins (approximately 14–16 pins per connector)
- Cable jacket: Gray, flexible
- Strain-relief boots: Black molded, with set-screw retention
- Country of manufacture: USA
- US Patent Nos.: 3665129, 4080040, 4140918
- Included: Cable assembly only
Applications
Pogo-pin patch cables like the DPC-12-1 are used to make temporary or semi-permanent electrical connections between circuit boards, test fixtures, and equipment assemblies where conventional screw-terminal or plug connectors are impractical. The spring-loaded contact design allows quick mating and separation without mechanical wear from repeated insertions, making these cables common in automated test equipment (ATE), bed-of-nails test fixtures, data acquisition systems, and proprietary equipment interconnects. Dynatech Communications produced a range of spring-contact interconnect products primarily for industrial, military, and communications test environments. The DPC-12-1 designation follows Dynatech's patch cable naming convention and dates from an era — roughly the 1970s through 1980s — when pogo-pin interconnects were widely adopted in high-reliability test and instrumentation setups. These cables are still sought by technicians maintaining legacy test fixtures and proprietary equipment that uses this specific connector style.
This Dynatech Communications DPC-12-1 pogo pin patch cable has been inspected and is in good used condition. The gold pogo-pin contacts on both connector ends appear clean and intact with no visible damage. The gray cable jacket shows minor surface scuffing consistent with normal use. The molded strain-relief boots and cable markings are legible and intact. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Dynatech Communications |
Model: |
DPC-12-1 |
MPN: |
DPC-12-1 |
Secondary Model: |
2930000001 |
Type: |
Pogo Pin Patch Cable |
Revision: |
Rev A |
Cable Length: |
2 ft (approx. 24 inches) |
Connector Type: |
Pogo Pin / Spring Contact (both ends) |
Number of Pins: |
Approximately 14-16 gold pogo pins per connector |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Patent Numbers: |
US 3665129, 4080040, 4140918 |
SKU: |
39497 |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected and in Good Condition |
Seller Notes: |
Cable only; inspected and in good condition. |
Condition Notes: |
Dynatech Communications DPC-12-1 pogo pin patch cable. Inspected and in good used condition. Gold pogo-pin contacts appear clean and intact. Cable jacket shows minor scuffing from normal use. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |
