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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Filtered Connectors
EMI and EMP filters can be implemented into all Amphenol Canada connectors. Planar capacitors and diodes can provide the protection that your sensitive electronics require.
Filtering can be on lines or select lines.
Arinc 600, 404, & M83527 = 485 series.
M83733 = 458 series
M24308 = 308 series or FD308 series
M83513 = M13 series
Fixed Length Cable Assemblies
Amphenol RF offers a full line of pre-assembled, fixed-length cable assemblies. Fixed length assemblies are offered in all of our most popular connector series and are available in over 1400 standard configurations and lengths.
FLOS & FLOS+ Push-Pull Connectors
Amphenol LTW’s FLOS & FLOS+ Series Push-Pull Connectors are designed to offer a reliable connection for data, signal, and power transmissions in indoor and outdoor environments (such as industrial automation, military, marine, and broadband wireless). These push-pull connectors feature a push-pull mechanism, corrosion-resistant coating, excellent 360° shielding.
Front Face Panel
Front Face Panel are ergonomically & optically designed to match cockpit requirements. It includes a Light-Plate and Touches that we design & manufacture. Light-Plate integrates LED circuitry lighting painted legends. Touches are available in dome-switch and capacitive versions. We hold Part21G and PART145 certificates for production and maintenance. We support product design and certification.
FS12 Pierside 12-Channel Fiber Optic Connector
The AFSI FS12 fiber optic connector is for harsh environment, broadcast, and pierside applications with a design that provides flexibility for current and future Navy communication requirements both afloat and ashore It is also ideal for high fiber count tactical broadcast networks with removable termini, it enables quick connector reconfiguration and field maintainability.
FS34
These connectors are precision machined to stringent tolerances and designed to provide superior optical performance in extreme environmental conditions. FS34 offers rugged military and industrial multichannel fiber optic connectors with a captivation system developed by AFSI and Quickloc™ backshells.
FSBDC Series Bayonet Duplex Connector
The FSBDC is rugged, has a tri-mating bayonet locking mechanism, and is sealed ensuring high environmental and optical performance for a variety of applications in harsh environments.
The FSBDC is based on the proven Pattern 105 size 10 series of electrical connectors. The bayonet coupling offers simplistic and quick mating/de-mating. The shell material can be brass, aluminum, or marine bronze.
FSHDM Series
FSHDM is hermaphroditic which allows the daisy-chaining of cable assemblies, therefore, eliminating the need for polarising the assemblies or in-line adaptors. There is a bayonet locking mechanism, it is sealed and ensures high environmental and optical performance in a variety of applications ranging from land tactical to broadcasting applications.
Generator control Units Power Supplies (GCU)
Our Generator Control Units are setting the Gold Standard by using precision to harness perpetual power in Compliance with strict standards for unmatched performance in permanent Magnet-Fed Power Supply Systems.
Gladiator
APCD’s newest, small, lightweight, and flat connector is designed for soldier-worn applications, including data sharing, battery charging, and peripheral connectivity. Plugs and receptacles fit through MOLLE pack straps. Receptacles are designed for panel mounting, clipped into MOLLE, or sewn into place.
Ground Plane Connectors
MIL-DTL-38999 type connectors with metal inserts to maintain a common ground plane with the shell for all the shielded contacts contained in the connector. For High Speed Data Bus, LAN and Coax, Triax and Twinax Data Transmission. Applications for ground plane connectors include MIL-STD 1553B data bus as well as video, signal and multiplex transmission.
HD38999
The HD38999 family of connectors is designed to work with existing mil-specified 38999 shells.
To the end-users familiar with standard 38999 connectors, this family of high-density connectors will look, feel and perform just like MIL-qualified connectors.
HD38999 High Density
Features 30% more contact density than standard MIL-DTL-38999 inserts while utilizing the same connector dimensions and shell sizes. This connector design benefits users who need to increase the number of contacts in their application, allowing them to do so without increasing the size of their connector. Qualified to MIL-DTL-38999 Series III.
HDB3/HSB3
Incorporates a higher density contact pattern and lower mated height than Amphenol’s standard low mating force rectangular connectors. HDB3 connectors utilize the same durable and reliable B3 brush contact in a tighter .070” X .060” staggered grid pattern. Up to 160 brush contacts with data rates up to 6.250 Gb/s via 100 ohms matched impedance differential pairs. 100,000 mating cycles.
HD-BNC Connector Series
The HD-BNC product series features the trusted, push and turn interface of a traditional BNC, providing tactile feedback and a positive lock for quick and guaranteed mating.
HDMI FTV
HDMI FTV is a complete ruggedized solution around HDMI standard using a Tri-Start Thread coupling mechanism (MIL-DTL-38999 series III type) to connect the plug and the receptacle. This solution allows you to insert a standard HDMI cordset into a metallic plug which will protect it from shocks, dust, and fluids.
Headset and Soldier Accessory Cables
Soldier-worn and ruggedized tactical communication cable assemblies. Our overmold technology withstands harsh environmental conditions. Our design team works closely with customers to assist them to achieve SWAP (Size, Weight, And Power).
HF Antennas
Amphenol manufactures HF Wire Antennas for short, medium, and long-range communications. The antennas are designed for tactical, emergency, and fast reaction situations. Wires are Kevlar-cored, copper braided and PVC coated with a no-kink feature. They are numbered for accurate set-up and are designed for the military environment with the soldier in mind.
High Density D-Sub
Positronic offers a variety of standard and high-density D-subs, as well as accessories and ComboD-sub connectors. Highly reliable with precision-machined contacts, our connectors meet various industrial and military performance levels for applications from basic power supplies to advanced weapon systems and flight. Explore our design features including package size, contact, and mating variants.
High Performance RF PCB Thru-Hole Connectors
As part of our commitment to continuous quality improvement, SV has re-designed a line of thru-hole PCB connectors with current design standards to improve performance at higher frequencies. These connectors feature a contact that goes through the PCB and can launch directly to transmission lines on the opposite side. Current configurations include straight and right-angle SMP male connectors.
High Pin Count Backplane Connectors
The HPC connector is a traditional backplane interface providing rugged mechanical and electrical performance. It enables 3 and 4-row daughter cards to the backplane interface. On-board connector guiding and keying are available to control and discriminate daughter-card engagement with the backplane card slot.
High Speed Backplane (Customised)
Amphenol BSI (ABSI) are the trusted technology leader for more than 30 years in the Backplane & Midplane business. We design, build and test customised Backplane & Midplane solutions for most of the global leaders in IT Datacom and Telecoms technology systems. We have products performing to 56gb/s today in the production environment with speeds up to 112 Gb/s PAM4 in development.
High Speed RF Cable Assemblies
Amphenol SV Microwave offers a complete line of fixed length, high-frequency Ø.047" and Ø.085" cable assemblies in series: SMA, 2.92mm, 2.4mm, 1.85mm, SMP, & SMPM. These assemblies feature low solder wicking, and the high flexibility allows for tight bends behind the cable ferrule. Our low loss is your gain!
High Temperature Series Five Connectors
High Temperature Series Five connectors are the ideal solution for interconnect and electrical wire assemblies near engines, firewalls, and other high-heat sources. Built for applications with higher temperatures such as hyper-sonic weapon systems, small module nuclear reactors, space launch vehicles, and other advanced aircraft.
Iguana 38999
Iguana is intermateable with MIL-DTL-38999 Series III and is waterproof up to IP68 in both mated and unmated conditions. The series is optimised for PCB applications and is pre-loaded with pin-tail contacts and includes integrated moulded stand-offs to facilitate inspection and cleaning. Optional integral ground pins provide low-impedance shell-to-ground connections for improved EMI performance.
InstaBend 086
INSTABEND™ are flexible, coaxial microwave assemblies designed for interconnects between RF circuit cards, modules, and enclosure panels. The cable can be bent very closely behind the connector, simplifying cable routing.
JT - D38999 Series II
The JT connectors are in accordance with the MIL-DTL-38999 Series II standard. These connectors were developed to meet the needs of the aerospace industries. They offer a large variety of contact arrangements and shell styles, with maximum weight/space savings and reliability.
LC Field
The patented RJStop® system allows the use of a standard LC patch-cord in a metallic plug,
which will protect it from shock, dust, and fluids. There is no need for field termination.
This metallic plug connects to a receptacle, using a Tri-Start Thread coupling mechanism
(MIL-DTL-38999 Series III type) with an anti-decoupling device for high vibrations.
Leap-AHRD
The 300Gb/s Leap-AHRD High-Speed Optical Module is faster, smaller, more cost, and power-efficient than most conventional data center interconnects. The on-board transceiver rugged device is capable of speeds up to 25Gbps and distances up to 100 meters. The optical cable can be routed above and around other components in the integrated heat-sink design.
Lightweight Ground Modules
New, lightweight grounding modules are suitable for a wide variety of military and airframe power distribution and grounding system applications. A convenient footprint for mounting on airframe or vehicle frames. High altitude operating specifications, low outgassing, and a high degree of salt spray resistance make the modules suitable for space & near-space applications.
LJT/HE308 - D38999 Series I
Amphenol Socapex is a MIL-DTL-38999 series I standard QPL and HE308 qualified manufacturer. The LJT product range was developed to meet the needs of the aerospace and military industries. It offers bayonet coupling connectors with a large variety of contact arrangements and shell types, maximum weight/space-saving, and 100 % contact protection.
Low Profile RF Cable Assemblies
SV Microwave just released a new line of Low Profile RF cable assemblies that incorporate a unique ferrule design that protects the cable from overbending while maintaining a shorter distance from the front of the coupling nut to the back of the cable bend than standard offerings. The ferrule radius prevents the cable's overbending, which can cause defects that can lead to rework.
Lux-Beam #12
Lux Beam is a single expanded beam termini compatible with multi-source connectors (38999, EN4165, EN3645). Featuring ball lens technology with an expanded beam superior to 50X in multimode, this solution is ideal for head-up display, tactical communication, avionics communication, equipment with hybrid connection in harsh environments.
Lux-Beam #16
Lux Beam is a single expanded beam termini compatible with multi-source connectors (38999, EN4165, EN3645). Featuring ball lens technology with an expanded beam superior to 50X in multimode, this solution is ideal for head-up display, tactical communication, avionics communication, equipment with hybrid connection in harsh environments.
M55116 Plugs and Jacks
Complete line of qualified MIL-DTL-55116 audio connectors which are used throughout military and commercial radio systems and intercom systems for ground, vehicle, airborne, and naval communications. Custom M55116-type connectors with options such as PCB contacts, grounded and shielded connectors, and right-angle plug connections.
M81714-Style Electronic Splices and Modules
M81714 Style Splices/Electronic Splices are designed to provide a quick and efficient solution to application design wiring requirements and are highly resistant to temperature and fluids. Supplied with a wide variety of diodes, resistors, capacitors, and fuses. These solutions allow customers to incorporate system modifications into a wire bundle, avoiding changes in panels or boards.
M83522 MIL-ST Connector
The M83522 connector is qualified for military applications and features a higher spring force than commercial ST connectors, allowing it to meet the shock requirements of MIL-DTL-83522. COTS ST connectors provide the same robustness with a spring force more consistent with commercial ST connectors, enabling them to connect effectively with other ST connectors and ancillary electronics.
MACH-D
Positronic MACH-D connectors are built with precision machined shells providing superior EMI shielding, which protect against electronic disruptions, guard against data loss, & defend against system failure. They offer standard & high density signal contact arrangements as well as hybrid versions, combining power & signal in a single connector body. A wide variety of accessories are available.
Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensors
Temposonics is recognized as an industry leader in sensing technologies and solutions. These sensors permit precise and dynamic position and speed measurement in advanced automation and safety-relevant applications. With a versatile and ever-increasing product portfolio, Temposonics works closely with customers, to optimize performance and reduce downtimes.
Matched Impedance Coaxial Contacts
The matched impedance coax contact is available in size 12 for use in 90-degree angle or bent cable applications. It incorporates a captivated inner contact which “snaps into” the outer contact preventing displacement or pull-back of the inner contact in situations where the cable may be bent. Provides 50 Ohm and 750 Ohm matched impedance resulting in low VSWR and low insertion loss.
MCX Connector Series
The MCX (Micro Coaxial) series is a 50 Ω series with broadband capability ranging from DC to 6 GHz. In addition, the MCX series features secure, fast and easy snap-on/ snap-off coupling.
MDP FTV
Amphenol SOCAPEX rugged Display solutions are designed to transmit video data & information in harsh environments for applications such a C5ISR, ground vehicles, navy. It ensures a reliable transmission between display screens, cameras, computers. Any standard Displayport plug or cordset is converted into a military-grade solution for harsh environments with high level of sealing and durability.
MDP FTV
MDP Field is Mini DisplayPort interconnect system for harsh environments. MDP FTV is a complete ruggedized solution around Mini DisplayPort to allow you to insert a standard Mini DP cordset into a metallic plug which will protect it from shocks, dust and fluids.
Media Converter RES-GMC-1M-FORC with Fiber Remote control
Amphenol’s RES-GMC-1M-FORC is a MIL-STD rugged, unmanaged-military-grade Media converter, offering Gigabit communication. Developed for network deployment in harsh environment applications, the RES-GMC-1M-FORC series serves as a robust solution to extend your Tactical Gigabit Ethernet network over fiber.
Media Converter RES-GMC - Expanded Beam Technology
Amphenol’s RES-GMC is a MIL-STD rugged, unmanaged-military-grade security gateway, offering up to 2 Gigabit security gateways per device for unidirectional and data diodes solution for total isolation between two networks with different security classifications. The unit supports PoE on 2 ports (IEEE802.3af and IEEE802.3at).
Media Converter RES-GMC-with Butt Joint Fiber Connector
Amphenol’s RES-GMC is a MIL-STD rugged, unmanaged-military-grade security gateway, offering up to 2 Gigabit security gateways per device for unidirectional and data diodes solution for total isolation between two networks with different security classifications. The unit supports PoE on 2 ports (IEEE802.3af and IEEE802.3at).
Media Converter RJS-BKN-2UG with Butt Joint Fiber Connector
With industrial EMI compliancy
Media Converter RJS-GMC with Expanded Beam Technology
Amphenol’s RJS-GMC is a rugged, military-grade Ethernet media converter. Developed for military and harsh environment applications, the RJS-GMC features mechanical packaging enhancements designed for MIL-STD-810F ground environmental compliance and high reliability.
Metallic Backshells
A large range of backshells for all series to provide mechanical retention, EMI shielding, or sealing performances (M85049 series and proprietary series).
Micro-D
Amphenol micro connectors provide small inter-connect solutions, which will meet or exceed the requirements of the Mil-DTL-83513 for both Mil style and commercial products.
Can be filtered. See our M13 series. Custom solutions can easily be engineered to ensure exact performance in any application.