Defense
Amphenol is a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of high-performance interconnect systems for harsh environment defense applications including vibration, pressure, humidity, nuclear radiation and severe temperature changes. We have unparalleled product breadth ranging from military specification connectors, customized high-speed board level interconnects, flexible to rigid printed circuit boards, backplane systems and integrated assemblies. Our solutions span most defense end markets including avionics, communications, engines, ground vehicles and tanks, homeland security, naval, ordnance and missile systems, radar systems, rotorcraft, satellite and space programs and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).
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109 Series Connectors®
AFSI’s line of 109 series hermaphroditic connectors offers the ultimate in flexibility and is a direct replacement for the TAC4. The 109 connector line meets or exceeds the pertinent requirements of SMPTE standard 358M on harsh environment multi-channel fiber optic connectors suitable for deployment in demanding outdoor broadcast applications, including HDTV signal transmission.
127/HE801-HE804-HE807
The 127/HE8 series is a medium-density range of multi-contact plug-in connectors for PCB. This range of 2.54 staggered grid, low profile connectors offers the widest range of hardware, guides, and contact terminations, providing more flexibility to PCB designers.
1900SIM connectors
Amphenol Air LB France's 1900SIM is a '3 modules' rectangular connector providing versatility and high density within a small form factor. They come in a composite version for weight-saving applications and are available in plated versions for shielding applications. Many accessories and backshells also available.
2M Caps
A large selection of protective caps for 2M plugs and receptacles.
2M Micro38999 Connectors
Designed for applications that demand size and weight savings without sacrificing the electrical and mechanical performance of a standard MIL-DTL-38999. 70% Lighter and 50% Smaller than Similar MIL-DTL-38999 Connectors. Fully Intermateable, Intermountable, and Interchangeable with Mighty Mouse.
2M Micro Miniature
2M is a micro-miniature circular connector designed for interconnect applications requiring high performance and reduced size and weight in harsh environments. Amphenol offers different 2M connectors to answer all your needs, with Dual-Start Acme Threads, Tri-Start threaded coupling, ¼ turn bayonet, and push-pull quick disconnect versions.
387TV Series
Size 7 connectors dedicated to size 8 high-speed contacts (Coax, Twinax, Quadrax, 1Gb Octomax, 10Gb Octomax coming soon) and fiber optic.
38999 Integral Accessories
D38999 Series III style connectors featuring an integral banding platform or integral strain relief eliminate the need for an additional backshell accessory. The banding platform incorporated into the rear of the connector shell allows the user to attach the shield of their cable directly to the connector, providing superior EMI shielding, enhanced sealing, and ease for overmold applications.
62GB
A range of miniature, multi-contact circular connectors with bayonet coupling and non-removable solder contacts for AC and DC applications.
62IN Series miniature connectors
Amphenol 62IN series connectors are general-purpose, environmental resistant, miniature circular connectors with three-point bayonet coupling & five keyway polarization, design to meet the requirement of MIL-DTL- 26482 series 1 solder type, These connectors are widely used in military & Industrial application, available in a variety of sizes, styles & configuration.
75 OHM D38999 Circular RF Cable Assemblies
SV Microwave just released fixed-length 75 Ohm RF MCX Cable Assemblies for series SMPM, SMPS and BMZ. These cable assemblies have been designed to fit into any D38999 housing and have a true 75 Ohm impedance construction that assures a high fidelity signal in 3G SDI, 4K and 8K video feeds.
75 Ohms Coaxial Contacts
75Ohms Coaxial contacts are ideal for video acquisition. This contact range meets the 3G-SDI. Available in Crimp and PC Tails with three different sizes: 6, 8, and 12. This contact range fits within a standard cavity of MIL-DTL-D38999/EN3645, SIM/EN4165, ARINC, and 2M.
75 Ω VITA 67.3 SMPM Contacts
SV Microwave continues to expand its 75 Ω RF product offering with a new set of SMPM VITA 67.3 Backplane and Plug-In Contacts. The newest revision to the VITA 67.3 spec includes 75 Ω coaxial interfaces to support higher-speed video, which will become increasingly prevalent in embedded systems applications, particularly within the SpaceVPX architecture.
ABS2216 Composite Backshells
ABS2216 is a Composite backshell compatible with MIL-DTL-38999 Series III and EN3645 connectors. It features an anti-decoupling system with 3 angles: straight, 45°, and 90°. EMI and NON-EMI versions are available. The EMI backshell is provided with a band-it to better maintain the EMI sleeve. The composite backshell can handle temperature from -65° to +200°.
AFI Connector Series
The AFI connector series is a solution for board-to-board RF applications, especially for the military and broadband marketplaces. The AFI interface utilizes a proprietary configuration that allows for industry-leading “float” to compensate for the axial and radial misalignment due to packaging tolerances.
Agnostic Media Converters
Media conversion products that work across a variety of protocols.
Alternate to Cadmium Platings
Multiple options for alternate-to-cadmium platings, including Durmalon, Black Zinc Nickel, and the new AP-93 1000-hour salt spray approved plating. Amphenol uses the RoHS requirements and the latest revisions to the MIL-DTL-38999 specification to develop these platings.
AN/PRC 117G & 152 Military Radio Data Cables and Connectors
Amphenol Tactical Communication (ATC) connectors and cable assemblies are designed to interface with the AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-152 military radio 32 pin data connector. The ATC connectors are designed to be used in harsh environment applications and feature a rugged, watertight two (2) piece metal shell design. Enhanced EMI-shielding capabilities ensure superior performance.
AP-93 Plating
AP-93 is a conductive REACH/RoHS compliant finish that outperforms Cadmium. AP-93 exceeds Olive-Drab Cadmium plating by meeting 1000 hours of dynamic salt spray, 500 mating cycles, and meets the millivolt drop shell-to-shell conductivity of nickel (Class F). AP-93 meets a 200° C temperature rating, is compatible with other platings, and is available on all D38999-style Series III connectors.
ARINC 801 Fiber Optic Connectors
Amphenol offers a multi-channel circular connector that complies with the ARINC specification. This connector, available in straight plug and wall mount receptacle, uses the ARINC 801 ceramic termini.
ASNE Relay Sockets
Adaptation device between a Relay and a Cable harness, these Amphenol Air LB France's ASNE relay sockets are widely used by European aircraft manufacturers. They offer sealing and polarization provided by specific contact configurations or polarized mounting devices. Available 8, 14 or 16 contacts size 20 / 16 (ASNE crimp contacts)
Audio Connectors
Amphenol 164 series connectors are water-resistant, polarized, five and six contact electrical connectors for use in low voltage audio frequency circuits and applications. They employ three-point bayonet coupling for quick disconnect and self-wipe contact. Connector meets the requirement of MIL & Qualified to MIL-DTL-55116 standard.
AXOS
The Amphenol AXOS fiber optic expanded beam is a miniature, hermaphroditic, and cost-effective alternative to other expanded beam connectors, offering a robust and protected optical connection in a small size (OD 27 mm).
Backshells as per VG95319-1011
Backshell as per VG95319 as adapter with strain reliever shells for D38999 series 3. This forms a connection to a plug or a socket. This serves to seal or for continuing shielding. The backshells are available in various versions, straight or bent as tape adapters, individual cone adapters or mold adapters.
Black Chrome Connectors
SV Microwave's newest line of cable connectors and accompanying dust cap maintains the same rugged and durable style as our standard SMAs, but is finished in black chrome to ensure a completely non-reflective finish. Available for .085 cable, this product line is ideal for military applications and provides excellent RF performance from DC to 18 GHz.
Board-to-Board RF Connectors
Amphenol RF offers a variety of board-to-board solutions engineered to maximize radial and axial float, eliminating the need for cables between the boards and simplifying designs to eliminate assembly errors.
Breakaway Plugs and Jacks
Watertight, breakaway connectors are designed to meet severe environmental conditions. They are watertight, with wiping-action contacts that self-clean. Shielded versions are available and termination is either solder or insulation-piercing, which is field installable. Miniature versions are also available.
Breakaway / Push-Pull Military Connectors
Amphenol LTW FLOS Y Series Robust Metal Circular Connectors are an advanced and highly reliable solution with Push-Pull or Break-Away locking for military applications.
Cable and Wire Harnesses
Amphenol Borisch Technologies has a long history of manufacturing complex cable and wire harnesses for a broad range of harsh environment defense and aerospace applications. Our capabilities include over-molding, custom backshells, unique cable transitions, braiding for EMI/RFI and mechanical abrasion production, rapid prototyping, live-layup, test, X-ray, and custom fixtures.
CapLock & PlugLock
Amphenol SOCAPEX has launched a series of locking accessories for 38999, RJFTV and USBFTV connectors and caps. These locking accessories
for connectors that help strengthen cybersecurity.
The series includes CapLock, PlugLock and Metal CapLock. These locks prevent manual unlocking of receptacles thereby ensuring additional security.
CAT7 Ethernet Cable
CAT7 Ethernet cable with VG95218T031 Type B001; Type C001 and Type C002 approval for secure data transmission in all defense, marine, aviation and industrial applications. Approved for data connectors up to CAT6A as per VG96912. Available by the meter, starting at 1 m.
Centaur Connectors
Combines our extensive legacy of Mil-Spec connectors with the latest in high-speed technology, providing both a durable and high-bandwidth system that supports data rates up to 56 Gbps in a lightweight, aluminum MIL-DTL-38999 shell.
CF38999 Multi-Channel Fiber Optic Connector
The industry standard for Fiber Optics meets or exceeds MIL-DTL-38999 Series III requirements. Recessed pins in this 100% scoop-proof connector minimize potential termini damage. Shells of stainless steel or cadmium over nickel plating withstand 500-hour salt spray exposure. Operates under severe high-temperature vibration.
CNC Machining
State-of-the-art machine with abilities to machine, coat, inspect, and assemble mechanical solutions for our internal and external customers. Our capabilities include Six 4-Axis Mazak machines, 5-Axis Mazak Integrex, water-jet, and press brake, CMM, vacuum fixturing for thin-walled heat-sinks.
Coaxial Contacts
Reliable interconnection and continued performance in size 8, 12, & 16 crimp termination style. Available for use in MIL DTL 38999 Series I, II, and III Connectors. Also available in PC Tail.
Coaxial Fixed Attenuators
Amphenol RF attenuators are designed to offer flat attenuation over the designated frequency range and feature a microwave grade resistor that consistently reduces power. Hex flats on the body allow this attenuator to be easily torqued to the mating connector.
Coaxial Terminators and Loads
Amphenol RF terminators are available in many common series and genders including; 1.0/2.3, APC-3.5, APC-5.5, BNC, F-type, HD-BNC, N-Type, QMA, and SMA. Amphenol RF terminators reliably prevent RF signals from being reflected along the transmission line to reduce interference.
µCom 10 Gb+
µCom-10Gb+ Series connector is designed to meet the latest market trends of the industry: miniaturization and high speed. µCom-10Gb+ design of 4 twisted data pairs insulated throughout the entire connector results in a performance that exceeds IEEE 802.3an-2006 specifications for 10GBASE-T Ethernet and TIA/EIA-568-C.2 Cat6 standards.
Compact PCI Serial 3U 6-Slot Backplane
Amphenol-BSI’s range of PICMG compliant backplanes includes CompactPCI Serial which modernizes CompactPCI to include high-speed serial Ethernet, PCIe, SATA and USBinterconnects. These high-speed serial interconnects are capable of data rates up to 12Gb/s.
Composite Self-Closing Caps
For PT/451 Series, RJ/USB Field & Amphenol Sine RT360.
μCom USB3.0
Miniature multi-pin USB3.0 connectors for harsh environments.
Concentric Twinax Contacts
The size 8, 10, and 12 concentric twinax contacts were developed for applications that require high-performance interconnect characteristics in multi-pin connectors. Ideal for this application need is the high-performance D38999 Series III connector with its fully scoop-proof feature of recessed pins. The concentric Twinax contact is crimp terminable to twisted shielded cable.
CONEC D-SUB Filter connectors
Conec filtered connectors are available in the D’sub family: sizes 9 thru 50 in the standard density, and 15 thru 62 positions for the
High Density types. In addition, the power versions of 2W2, 3W3, 5W5, and 8W8 are available with much higher capacitor values.
CONEC IP67 D-SUB SlimCon
The most important reasons:
• 1:1 conversion from IP20 to IP67 interfaces possible
• Saving of installation space
• Robust one-piece zinc die-cast housing
• different series available (ST, HD, Combination)
CONEC IP67 Fiber Optic LC Duplex Connectors
CONEC IP67 Fiber Optic LC Duplex connectors offer secure and fastest option for data transmission. Suitable for industry with standard LC interfaces according to IEC 61754-20. Protection class IP67/IP68 Available as Single Mode (SM), Multi Mode (MM) and APC Single Mode (APC-SM).
CONEC IP67 RJ45 series Cat5e & Cat6A
The connector series is designed for Industrial Ethernet wiring with protection degree IP67 and the bayonet locking allows fast, simple and robust connection in harsh environments. The broad portfolio includes connectors in plastic, metalized plastic or full metal.
CONEC IP67 USB series
Data communication is also required in outdoor applications. Whether in traffic engineering, in maritime environments or mobile phone applications, long transmission distances and impacts such as heat, rain, snow, salty mist and dust place high demands on all connectors. The IP67 connectors developed by CONEC provide reliable protection against environmental influences and mechanical stress.
Converge RF Cable Assembly Capability
SV Microwave offers a completely customizable solution to optimize cable assembly flexibility in applications with tight routing requirements while minimizing insertion loss. Our proprietary ConvergeRF capability introduces a direct solder connection that transitions from Ø.047" cable to Ø.085" cable without additional interfaces.
CTOL
CTOL series are robust optical connectors for the rapid deployment of high-speed transmission links under harsh environments. The hermaphroditic mating makes it possible to “daisy chain” cable assemblies without using any interconnect adapters. The specific lens design guarantees a large beam diameter and a low loss connection, less sensitivity to dirt and dust.
CTOS
CTOS is an expanded beam fiber optic connector available in singlemode and multimode. Designed for gloved handling and blind mating in the most extreme conditions, features include up to 4 channels, a hermaphroditic design, a protective window with contactless transmission, and qualification in accordance with NATO/STANAG4290 norms.