What are Mil Spec connectors used for?

Military (MIL-SPEC) connectors are shell-type connectors which are built in accordance with military specifications. Their design takes into account the need to protect the connection from environmental factors, allowing them to be used in military and aerospace applications.

What is a bulkhead connector?

A bulkhead is simply a connector that is installed through the face plate of a GracePort while the cable has one end fixed to the face plate and the other end is typically a 10′ cable that goes inside the cabinet. Bulkheads and cables are offered for a wide variety of our components, including USB, Ethernet, DB9, etc.

What is a 38999 connector?

MIL-DTL-38999 connectors, also called D38999s, are a subminiature high-speed circular connector used for military, aerospace, and other rugged, high-reliability applications. They are rugged and environmentally resistant and feature removable crimp or fixed solder contacts.

Are MIL SPEC connectors waterproof?

Rugged and waterproof (exceeding IP67), yet kinder to the environment – these connectors are fully RoHS compliant and meet all the electrical and mechanical performance requirements of MIL-DTL-5015.

What does Mil Spec mean?

Military Standard
MIL-SPEC (defense specification). The use of “milspec” is just the informal way of signifying that something meets a certain Military Standard (MIL-STD) or Military Specification (MIL-SPEC).

How do I know what size my connector shell is?

Shell size is determined by dividing the shell’s diameter by . 0625 (the increment between sizes). For example, a size 8 shell has a diameter of . 50 and 8 X .

What is a feedthrough connector?

Bulkhead Feedthrough Connectors are the perfect solution for ensuring electrical performance is maintained, especially in high pressure environments where sealing requirements are paramount. Bulkhead Feedthrough Connectors eliminate permanent fixing of cable harnesses through panels or bulkheads.

What is an inline connector?

In-line connectors—This is a pair of male and female connectors that break the cable into two physical cables but maintain signal continuity between them. The connector assembly must have an assembly-level coordinate system on either side representing an entry point and an exit point.

What is a MIL-PRF?

MIL-PRF is a Performance Specification. Performance Specifications outline the compliance requirements of products, as well as the criteria they should meet. Essentially, MIL-PRF defines the following: How the item should function. The type of environment in which it should operate.

What does Mil DTL stand for?

defense detail spec
MIL-DTL (defense detail spec) MIL-PRF (defense performance spec) MIL-SPEC (defense specification). The use of “milspec” is just the informal way of signifying that something meets a certain Military Standard (MIL-STD) or Military Specification (MIL-SPEC).

What does scoop proof connector mean?

Scoop-proof: Scoop-proof connectors feature a nice, long shell on the receptacle which prevents damage to the exposed contact pins during mating.

What is MIL-SPEC wire?

MIL-Spec wire is wire built in accordance with military specifications, specially designed for the harshest environments. MIL-Spec cable performs well in applications requiring absolute-reliability in physical and demanding environments.

How do you read a MIL-SPEC number?

Generally speaking, a military specification reference number takes the form of an agency abbreviation followed by a spec number. For example, “MS35202” is a Military Standard used across multiple agencies, and describes flat countersunk head, aluminum alloy machine screws.

What does connector shell size mean?

Both the connector and accessory manufacturers use the term “shell size” to designate the size of their respective products. Connectors which utilize threads to attach backshells, are usually equal to or within . 062 of the connector shell size.

How do I choose a circular connector?

The body orientation of circular connectors allows for flexibility in similar situations and tight spaces. Contact Gender: One often-confusing point when selecting a circular connect is choosing the correct contact gender. The contact gender is only the gender of the contact, not the connector itself.

What is a bulkhead feedthrough?

Bulkhead Feedthrough Connectors eliminate permanent fixing of cable harnesses through panels or bulkheads. They eliminate the need for cables to be passed through holes, which can lead to chafing, while providing greater flexibility, mechanical integrity, and ease of access for serviceability.

What is the function of feedthrough?

A feedthrough is a conductor used to carry a signal through an enclosure or printed circuit board. Like any conductor, it has a small amount of capacitance. A “feedthrough capacitor” has a guaranteed minimum value of shunt capacitance built in it and is used for bypass purposes in ultra-high-frequency applications.

What is the difference between MIL l and MIL-PRF?

What’s the difference between MIL-PRF and MIL-SPEC? MIL-SPEC is Defense Specification that covers the technical requirements for items that are unique to the military or heavily modified commercial items. MIL-PRF covers the standards and requirements those items must meet in terms of performance.