Overview
The Abbatron HH Smith 1275-102 is a standard insulated binding post engineered for panel-mount electrical connections. The post head is molded Lexan polycarbonate, fluted, and available in molded polycarbonate red with #6-32 thread. This connector type is widely used in test equipment, measurement systems, and industrial electrical panels where reliable, insulated connection points are essential.
Key Features
- Molded Lexan polycarbonate fluted post head, captivated to prevent loss
- Brass body with tin plating
- Insulated washers molded from polycarbonate completely insulate post from panel
- Keyed to panel and body to prevent rotation; body mounts in 3/8″ “D” hole for anti-rotation
- Connects with .080″ phone tip plug, 1/4″ spade lug, standard banana plug, alligator clip, or wire (to #14)
- Available in standard red (#102) and black (#103)
Technical Specifications
The Abbatron HH Smith 1275-102 features the following specifications based on manufacturer data:
- Post head material: Molded Lexan polycarbonate (fluted)
- Body material: Brass with tin plating
- Washer material: Molded polycarbonate insulation
- Thread size: #6-32
- Panel mounting hole: 3/8″ round or “D” hole
- Color: Red (standard for -102 suffix)
- Connection types: Phone tips, banana plugs, spade lugs, alligator clips, wire
- Wire gauge range: Up to #14 AWG
Typical Applications
The 1275-102 binding post is commonly specified in:
- Test and measurement instrument panels
- Laboratory equipment and bench-top setups
- Industrial control cabinets requiring insulated connection points
- Electrical chassis and enclosure assemblies
- Power supply and amplifier chassis
- Service and maintenance panel interfaces
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard banana plugs (0.080″ tips)
- 1/4″ spade lugs
- Phone tip plugs
- Alligator clips
- Solid wire up to #14 AWG
- Any panel with 3/8″ round or “D” mounting hole
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The 1275-102 is the Abbatron/HH Smith standard configuration. Other color variants (#103 for black) are available using the same base part number with color suffix. Verify exact replacement compatibility with your equipment documentation or system integrator before ordering.
Works With
- Test equipment chassis assemblies
- Measurement instrument front panels
- Standard electrical panel enclosures
- Laboratory power supplies and amplifiers
- Industrial control systems with insulated connection requirements
