XA2.5 Cable

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JST XA 2.5mm Cable Assemblies The JST XA series is a 2.5mm pitch wire-to-wire and wire-to-board crimp connector rated for 3A per contact and 250V AC/DC, operating from -25°C to +105°C . It is the only JST 2.5mm connector that meets IEC 60695-2 glow wire testing standards — a mandatory certification for connectors used in household appliances, lighting equipment, and industrial control gear in EU and IEC markets. Unlike the JST XH series (friction-fit, wire-to-board only, +85°C max), the XA uses a secure lock mechanism with retainer compatibility, supports wire-to-wire connections, and is available in a panel-mount receptacle configuration. Cable Types Available Single-Headed Cables — XARP plug housing on one end, bare tinned leads on the other Both-Sided Cables — XARP plug housing on both ends (wire-to-wire) Pre-Crimped Terminal Cables (Without Connector) — Bare crimped terminals on both ends for custom assembly Silicone Cable Assemblies — 22AWG UL3239 silicone wire, 200°C heat resistant, 3KV rated, for high-temperature applications Connector Kits — XARR/XARP housings + SXAM terminals + pre-crimped cables Key Specifications Pitch: 2.5mm | Pin count: 2 to 15 pins Wire: 22AWG UL1007 PVC (standard) / 22AWG UL3239 silicone (high-temp variant) Current: 3A per contact | Voltage: 250V AC/DC Operating temperature: -25°C to +105°C Glow wire certified: IEC 60695-2-10/11/12/13 Locking: Secure lock + inner contact lance (XARP plug) / Panel lock option (XARR receptacle) RoHS2 compliant JST XA vs JST XH — Key Differences Glow wire certified : XA ✅ | XH ❌ Max temperature : XA +105°C | XH +85°C Wire-to-wire support : XA ✅ | XH ❌ Panel mount option : XA ✅ | XH ❌ Retainer compatible : XA ✅ (XMS-NNV) | XH ❌ Not interchangeable — different housing geometry and mating interface Common Applications Household appliances requiring IEC 60695-2 glow wire compliance (EU/IEC markets) LED drivers, ballasts and luminaire internal wiring Industrial control panels with panel-mount receptacle requi