Circular connectors are used in a wide range of applications across a diverse range of industries, including, but not limited to Defence, Aerospace, Rail and Industrial.
Meeting a diverse range of specifications, both commercial and military, and manufactured in a range of styles, coupling methods, and insert arrangements, they are used in applications as diverse as Power, Signal, Data and Fibre Optic.
These connectors are manufactured from a diverse range of materials and finishes to meet the most demanding of applications.
Filter Connectors
Designing interconnect systems which deliver clean data streams, undistorted by electromagnetic interference or pulses (EMI/EMP) is an enormous challenge. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) requirements have been established to insure that the performance of an individual electronic device is not degraded due to its proximity to high-frequency electromagnetic interference, and also to prevent the device itself from becoming a potential source of EMI.
Sensitive electronic devices also need to be protected from voltage spikes generated during transient states or static discharges in the overall system.
Glenair is perhaps the best equipped and staffed filter connector manufacturer in our industry, The depth of experience in our technical staff, combined with our complete in-house filter planar array manufacturing capability, allows us to offer the fastest lead-times available — up to and including same-day availability on Pi and C MIL-DTL-38999 type filter connectors.
Technical description
- Available in a range of connector series:
- MIL-DTL-38999 Series I Type
- MI:L-DTL-38999 Series II Type
- MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Type
- MIL-DTL-38999 Series IV Type
- MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2 Type
- MIL-DTL-83723 Series III Type
- Series 80 Mighty Mouse
- ITS Series Reverse Bayonet
- Available with both Filter and Transient Supression packaging
- Filter Types available are:
- Pi
- L-C
- C-L
- C
- Standard operating temperature is -55 to +125°C. although some designs are capable of higher operating temperatures.
- Manufactured in the standard range of materials and finishes applicable to the various connector specifications, as well as the complete range of Glenair’s materials and finishes.
Hermetic Connectors (MIL-QPL & Commercial)
Hermetic connectors are designed for use in harsh application environments. Hermetic connector devices interconnecting the vacuum sealed black box equipment are selected for their ability to protect the controlled equipment environment by maintaining an air-tight seal between severe flight conditions and aircraft’s sensitive payload.
Glenair is a QPL supplier of MIL-DTL-38999 Series I, II, III and IV Hermetic class connectors, and they manufacture and stock these products for immediate same-day shipment. They offer a wide variety of standard contacts, including thermocouple contacts and they also provide hermetic solutions in virtually every other circular and rectangular MS type connector series in use today.
Technical description
- Manufactured in a range of Connector styles:
- MIL-DTL-38999
- MIL-DTL-26482
- MIL-DTL-83723 Series III
- MIL-DTL-5015
- Series 80 Mighty Mouse
- Series 22 Geo-Marine
- Rugged Connectors for Geophysical and Offshore
- Typically manufactured from:
- Stainless Steel
- Titanium
- Kovar
High-Performance Connector Contacts
A wide range of contacts are available, to suit both commercial and military connectors
A range available that is qualified to SAE-AS39029
They include standard, high power, shielded, quadrax , concentric twinax, fibre optic pneumatic, thermocouple and PC tail
Technical description
- Qpl to SAE-AS39029
- Available to suit the folowing applications:
- Standard
- High power
- Coaxial
- Twinaxial
- Quadrax
- Pneumatic
- Thermocouple
- PC Tail
- Fibre Optics
MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1
MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1 connectors are a series of general purpose bayonet coupling connectors, used in Military and Industrial applications.
They have both solder and crimp termination options, and come with an option of grommet seal or strain relief backshells.
Only available in Aluminium with a Olive Drab Cadmium finish
Technical description
- Bayonet Coupling
- Comes with Backshell
- Available with Solder Termination and Front Release Crimp contacts
- Operating temperature range -55°C to +125°C
- Contact Sizes 20 & 16
- Can accommodate wire sizes 24 AWG to 16 AWG (0.2mm² to 1.4mm²) (Crimp Version) and up to 16 AWG (1.4mm²) (Solder Version)
- Current rating 7.5 to 13 Amps
- 20 = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- Available in the following styles:
- Plug
- Jam Nut
- Cable Mount Receptacle
- Wall Mount Receptacle
- Box Mount Receptacle
- Manufactured from Aluminum with Olive Drab Cadmium finish
MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2
MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2 connectors is a series of general purpose bayonet coupling connectors, used in Military and Industrial applications.
They are a crimp termination connector, and do not come with backshells.
Material options are Aluminium and Stainless Steel.
A wide range of accessories are available to compliment this connector series
Technical description
- Bayonet Coupling
- Rear Release Crimp contacts
- Operating temperature range -65°C to +200°C
- Improved EMI performance
- Contact Sizes 20,16 and 12
- Insert arrangements ranges from 3 to 61 contacts
- Can accommodate wire sizes 24 AWG to 12 AWG (0.2mm² to 3mm²)
- Current rating 7.5 to 23 Amps
- 20 = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- Available in the following styles:
- Plug
- Plug with RFI Grounding Fingers
- Jam Nut
- Cable Mount Receptacle
- Wall Mount Receptacle
- Box Mount Receptacle
- Manufactured from:
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- Available with the following finishes:
- Black Anodized
- Electroless Nickel
- Cadmium, Olive Drab
- Passivated (Stainless Steel)
- A wide range of backshells are available to complement this connector range.
MIL-DTL-28840
MIL-DTL-28840 connectors were developed for the Navy for use in shipboard applications. They are a high density, environmental, circular connector series utilizing a high shock, threaded coupling system with front release crimped contacts.
Features RFI/EMI shielding, scoop-proofshells and corrosion resistant materials and finishes.
Technical description
- Threaded Coupling
- Scoop Proof
- EMI/RFI
- Operating Temperature -55°C to +200°C
- Front Release crimp contacts
- Multiple keyways
- Available with and without backshells
- Available in 9 different insert arrangements from 7 to 155 contacts
- Contact Size 20-20, 20-22 & 20-28
- Wire range 20 to 30 AWG
- 20-20 accomodates 20-24AWG
- 20-22 accomodates 22-26AWG
- 20-28 accomodates 28-32AWG
- Current range is 1.0A to 7.5A (depending on the wire size)
- Available in the following constructions:
- Plug
- Wall Mount Receptacle
- Cable Mount Receptacle
- Box Mount Receptacle
- Jam Nut Receptacle
- Plug C/W Strain Relief Backshell
- Plug C/W 90° Strain Relief Backshell
- Plug C/W 45° Strain Relief Backshell
- Plug C/W Environmental Backshell
- Plug C/W 90° Environmental Backshell
- Plug C/W 45° Environmental Backshell
- Wall Mount Receptacle C/W Environmental Backshell
- Cable Mount Receptacle C/W Environmental Backshell
- Manufactured in the following materials and finishes:
- Aluminium with Olive Drab Cadmium over Electroless Nickel Finish
- Stainless Steel with Black Cadmuim finish
MIL-DTL-38999 Series I
Due to their design, MIL-DTL-38999 Series I Connectors are widely used connectors, for high density applications across a range of industries.
They are a quick disconnect, bayonet connector, designed for high density applications. Their insert arrangements range from 3 to 128 contacts, with a range of mixed contact layouts.
A wide range of backshells and accessories are available to compliment this connector series.
Technical description
- Bayonet Coupling
- Rear Release Crimp Contacts
- Scoop proof, which enables the connector to mate before contacts engage
- Operating temperature range -65°C to 200°C
- Contact Sizes 22D, 20, 16 & 12
- Can accommodate wire sizes 28 to 12 AWG (0.08mm² to 3.0mm²)
- Current rating 5.0 to 23 Amps
- 22D = 5.0A
- 20 = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- EMI grounding fingers, provide improved performance
- Coaxial contacts available
- Fibre Optic contacts available
- Hermetic versions available
- Filtered versions available(non Mil-Spec)
- Available in the following styles
- o Plug
- Jam Nut
- Flange Mount
- Flange Rear Wall Mount
- Flange Box Mount
- Flange Rear Box Mount
- A variety of materials available,including;
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- A range of finishes available, including;
- o Cadmium, Olive Drab
- Electroless Nickel
- Zinc Nickel, Olive Drab
- PTFE
MIL-DTL-38999 Series II
Due to their design,MIL-DTL-38999 Series II Connectors are widely used connectors, for high density, low profile applications across a range of industries.
They are a quick disconnect, bayonet connector, designed for high density, low profile applications. Their insert arrangements range from 3 to 128 contacts, with a range of mixed contact layouts.
A wide range of standard and low profile backshells and accessories are available to compliment this connector series.
Technical Description
- Bayonet Coupling
- Low Profile
- Rear Release Crimp Contacts
- Operating temperature range -65°C to 200°C
- Contact Sizes 22D, 20, 16 & 12
- Can accommodate wire sizes 28 to 12 AWG (0.08mm² to 3.0mm²)
- Current rating 5.0 to 23 Amps
- 22D = 5.0A
- 20 = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- Optional EMI grounding fingers, provide improved performance
- Coaxial contacts available
- Hermetic versions available
- Filtered versions available(non Mil-Spec)
- Available in the following styles
- Plug
- Plug with Grounding Fingers
- Jam Nut
- Flange Mount
- Flange Rear Wall Mount
- Flange Box Mount
- Flange Rear Box Mount
- A variety of materials available, including;
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- A range of finishes available, including;
- Cadmium, Olive Drab
- Electroless Nickel
- Zinc Nickel, Olive Drab
- PTFE
MIL-DTL-38999 Series III
Due to their design, MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors are one of the most widely used connectors, across a range of industries. They are a quick disconnect, threaded connector, designed for high density applications. Their insert arrangements range from 3 to 128 contacts, with a range of mixed contact layouts. They have extremely good EMI performance, and are particularly suitable for SWAMP areas.
A wide range of backshells and accessories are available to compliment this connector series.
Technical Description
- Tri-Start Acme Threaded Coupling
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Rear Release Crimp Contacts
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Scoop proof, which enables the connector to mate before contacts engage
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Interfacial seal
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Operating temperature range -65°C to 200°C
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Contact Sizes 22D, 20, 16 & 12
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Can accommodate wire sizes 28 to 12 AWG (0.08mm² to 3.0mm²)
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Current rating 5.0 to 23 Amps
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22D = 5.0A
-
20 = 7.5A
-
16 = 13.0A
-
12 = 23.0A
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- Excellent EMI performance
- Coaxial contacts available
- Fibre Optic contacts available
- Hermetic versions available
- Filtered versions available(non Mil-Spec)
- Available in the following styles
- Plug
- Jam Nut
- Flange Mount
- A variety of materials available, including;
- Aluminum
- Composite
- Stainless Steel
- A range of finishes available, including;
- Cadmium, Olive Drab
- Electroless Nickel
- Zinc Nickel, Olive Drab
- PTFE
MIL-DTL-5015 Series 1(Solder)
The MIL-DTL-5015 Series Solder connectors are a general purpose threaded connector, used mainly in power applications in Aerospace, Defence, Commercial and Industrial applications.
Can accommodate wire size up to 0 AWG
Only available in Cadmium plated Aluminium.
Technical Description
- Threaded Coupling
- Comes with Backshell
- Solder Termination
- Operating temperature range -55°C to +125°C
- Contact Sizes 16, 12, 8, 4 and 0
- Can accommodate wire sizes up to 0 AWG (60mm²)
- Current rating 13 to 150Amps
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- 8 = 46.0A
- 4 = 80.0A
- 0 = 150.0A
- Available in the following styles
- Plug
- Right Angled Plug
- Cable Mount Receptacle
- Wall Mount Receptacle
- Box Mount Receptacle
- Manufactured from Aluminum with Olive Drab Cadmium finish
MIL-DTL-5015 Series 2 (Front Release Crimp)
The MIL-DTL-5015 Series 2 Front Release crimp connectors are a general purpose threaded connector, used mainly in power applications in Aerospace, Defence, Commercial and Industrial applications.
Can accommodate wire sizes from 26 to 0 AWG.
A comprehensive range of backshells and accessories compliment this connector series.
Technical Description
- Bayonet Coupling
- Low Profile
- Rear Release Crimp Contacts
- Operating temperature range -65°C to 200°C
- Contact Sizes 22D, 20, 16 & 12
- Can accommodate wire sizes 28 to 12 AWG (0.08mm² to 3.0mm²)
- Current rating 5.0 to 23 Amps
- 22D = 5.0A
- 20 = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- Optional EMI grounding fingers, provide improved performance
- Coaxial contacts available
- Hermetic versions available
- Filtered versions available(non Mil-Spec)
- Available in the following styles
- Plug
- Plug with Grounding Fingers
- Jam Nut
- Flange Mount
- Flange Rear Wall Mount
- Flange Box Mount
- Flange Rear Box Mount
- A variety of materials available, including;
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- A range of finishes available, including;
- Cadmium, Olive Drab
- Electroless Nickel
- Zinc Nickel, Olive Drab
- PTFE
MIL-DTL-5015 Series 3 (Rear Release Crimp)
The MIL-DTL-5015 Series 3 Rear Release crimp connectors are a general purpose threaded connector, used mainly in power applications in Aerospace, Defence, Commercial and Industrial applications.
Can accommodate wire sizes from 20 to 0 AWG.
A comprehensive range of backshells and accessories compliment this connector series.
Technical Description
- Threaded Coupling
- Rear Release Crimp Termination
- Operating temperature range -55°C to +200°C
- Contact Sizes 16, 12, 8, 4 and 0
- Can accommodate wire sizes 20 to 0 AWG (0.5 to 60mm²)
- Current rating 13 to 150Amps
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- 8 = 46.0A
- 4 = 80.0A
- 0 = 150.0A
- Available in the following styles:
- Plug ” Plug, Self Locking
- Jam Nut Receptacle
- Cable Mount Receptacle
- Wall Mount Receptacle
- Box Mount Receptacle
- Manufactured from:
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- Available in the following finishes:
- Cadmuim, Olive Drab
- Electroless Nickel
- Anodised
- Passivated
Mining Connectors
Special Mine Services are a major manufacturer of connectors used in the Mining Industry. All their connectors are interchangeable with other manufacturers. They have been instrumental in the development of a new lever action connector design which has become the industry standard in Canada and is making in roads in the United States.
Special Mine Service does not require a minimum order nor any special charges for special make items. They have their own in-house machine shop and do all molding in-house. Capabilities from small single pole to large round multi-pole connectors to connectors accepting 500 MCM, 3 conductor, GGC and SHD type cable.
Technical Description
UNI-LOCK Lever-Action Connectors
- All rubber connector
- Engages mechanically
- Silver plated contacts
- Available with or withour pilot pins
- Water and dust tight when engaged
- Available as jumper assemblies
Lever Action In-Line Connector
- All rubber construction
- Grounded outer metal handles
- 3 phase
Mag Series Electrical Connectors
- Manufactured from high-density rubber
- Colour coded by Amps range
- Rated to 1000V
- 30, 60 and 100 Amps (colour coded)
- 3 Phase
Change-Out Connectors
- Available in Aluminium or Nylon
- Environmentally sealed
- Small in size
- Positive locking
Ramp Power Connectors
- Easy to install
- All metal parts are neoprene insulated
- 4 AWG to 4/0 AWG
- 600V
- 180 Amps
Series 80 Mighty Mouse
The Series 80 Mighty Mouse connector was initially designed for high reliability aerospace and defence interconnect applications requiring robust environmental performance combined with reduced size and weight. This connector series offers virtually identical performance to MIL-DTL-38999 connectors, with up to 71% weight and 52% size savings for similar contact layouts.
Today, this series of connectors is used in defence, medical, industrial and geo-physical applications.
Product Range consists of:
- Series 800 Light Duty UN Thread
- Series 801 Heavy Duty Double-Start
- Series 802 “Aqua Mouse” Harsh Environment
- Series 803 Bayonet Series 804 Quick-Disconnect
- Series 805 Triple-Start
Speciality Products include:
- High Speed Data
- Fibre Optics
- EMI/EMP Filtered
Cord sets are available across the entire range.
Technical Description
- Reduced size and weight
- A range of coupling options:
- UN Thread
- Double-Start Thread
- Bayonet
- Quick-Disconnect
- Triple-Start Thread
- Available with the following contacts:
- Solder Termination
- Rear Release Crimp
- PCB Tail
- Interfacial seal
- Operating temperature range -55°C
to 150°C - Contact Sizes 23, 20,20HD, 16 & 12
- Can accommodate wire sizes 28 to 12 AWG (0.08mm² to 3.0mm²)
- Current rating 5.0 to 23 Amps
- 23 = 5.0A
- 20 and 20HD = 7.5A
- 16 = 13.0A
- 12 = 23.0A
- Coaxial contacts available
- Fibre Optic contacts
available - Pneumatic contacts available
- Hermetic versions available
- Filtered versions available
- Available in the following styles
- Plug
- Jam Nut
- Flange Mount
- Available with Integral Banding platform or
accessory threads - A range of backshells and accessories are available to compliment this connector series
- Cord sets are available across the range
- A variety of materials available, including;
- Aluminum
- Composite
- Stainless Steel
- Marine Bronze
- A range of finishes available, including;
- Anodised
- Cadmium, Olive Drab and Black
- Electroless Nickel
- Zinc Nickel, Olive Drab and Black
- Zinc Cobalt, Olive Drab and Black
- Nickel-PTFE
Series 970 PowerTrip Connectors
The Glenair Series 970 PowerTrip™ connector fills the need for a military-grade harsh environment power connector with improved mechanical, environmental and electrical perfirmance.
Features triple-start mating threads, crimp rear-release contacts, upgraded material and finish options and improved EMI performance.
deal for power distribution units, hybrid electric drivesd, motors and other high current applications.
Technical Description
- Fast, easy mating, with triple-start ACME thread.
- 360° turn for full mating
- 5 polarising keys
- Reduced size and weight
- Louverband sockets for improved ampacity and longer life
- High conductivity copper alloy contacts
- Crimp, rear release contact system
- Splined backshell for improved EMI performance
- Ratcheting coupling nut for secure mating
- Temperature rating -65°C to +200°C
- Contact sizes 8, 4 and 1/0
- Max current rating 225A
- Available in a range of material and finish options
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