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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Octonet Contacts
Size 8 Octonet Contacts for MIL-DTL-38999 Series III connectors. Available in size 8 crimp termination style, including PC tails. Can be installed in existing size 8 Quadrax cavities. Meets performance specifications of CAT-6A cable. Overall higher bandwidth than standard CAT5E Quadrax-supports up to 4.0 Gbps per pair. 10G Ethernet compliant.
Optron Hybrid DS
Amphenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) offers the Optron line of circular, hybrid (fiber optic/ electrical) connectors using proven M28876 technology. The high-precision engineered polymer insert provides optical performance superior to that of other hybrid connectors, particularly in high channel count configurations.
Over-Braided & Rugged Ethernet Cables
Over-braided cable assemblies for the Military and Commercial Aerospace markets. Braiding material, which improves overall EMI performance, includes Stainless Steel, Tinned Copper, and Aluminum. Braiding materials such as Nylon and Nomex are used for cable jacketing and vary based on operating temperature.
Panel Assemblies
Control panel assemblies for on-road and off-road specialty vehicles and military ground vehicles. Production volumes range from low to medium volume. Often our wire harnesses attach to and/or are internal to the panel assemblies we build. Applications include power distribution modules, instrument panels, switch panels, and many other types of sub-assemblies.
PCB Contacts
PCB Tail contacts are best for applications that have limited space and connectors that are attached to printed circuit boards. Three standard tail lengths (.15 inches, .25 inches, .35 inches). Custom designs available. Gold plated or pre-tinned.
PhaseTrack®-047
PT-047 is a low-loss, highly flexible, foam-core micro coaxial cable. Originally designed for space satellite programs, this high-performance cable has many applications across multiple markets.
Power Distribution Units (PDU)
Our Power Distribution Units (PDU) ensure advanced load balancing, surge protection, and seamless integration of crucial systems, with control and diagnostics via CAN bus, RS-485, and/or Ethernet, offering a robust foundation for military operations in challenging conditions from 28V to 600V.
PowerSafe
PowerSafe MIL-DTL-38999 Series III is developed to transfer high power (500 V) in harsh environments, with full safety for the user.
PowerSafe as per VG96944
Circular connectors, TV of aluminum, stainless steel, marine bronze, approved as per MIL-DTL-38999 Series III. Versions available as power plugs from 250V to 500V, Powersafe, with pre-mated mass contacts.
Promi
Promi is a miniature optical cable adaptor for reduced space. It features a compact removable splice for easy installation & maintenance, a split nut for easy installation, and a boot for sealed connection.
Protective Caps
Protective caps are available for many of our products, with options for chains and mounting hardware.
Protective Caps for Circular Connectors
Amphenol India protective caps were developed to meet the environmental protection needs of circular connectors in Threaded & Bayonet version. These caps were designed on the basis of MIL standards & qualified to QPL product requirements.
PT/451 Series
Amphenol PT/451 connectors are in accordance with American MIL-DTL-26482 Series I standard in crimp, solder, wire wrap, and PCB contacts versions, which are used in aeronautics, military, and industrial applications. PT/451 Series offers a multitude of options through their different backshell possibilities, contact terminations, and insert arrangements.
PT as per VG95328
Circular connector, PT, with bayonet locking, up to 61 contacts, approved as per VG95328 as per MIL26482 Series I, for crimp, solder, single solder, and wire-wrap contacts. An HF-sealed version is also available. The connectors of the PT series are also available in marine bronze (VG95328 version B) and Zinc-Tin (VG95328 version J) versions.
Push-Button Switches
Wide variety of momentary and push-pull switches. Switches can be combined with other connector options. The switches are qualified to MIL-S-8805/3 or MS25089 specifications. Custom switches are available including our IP-68 Hydro Switch.
Pyle 26500
Medium-sized connectors with a rugged design, lightweight construction, and continuously dependable performance serving such diverse fields as avionics, missile systems, aircraft general-purpose applications, aircraft engines, and firewalls. Aluminum, stainless steel, firewall versions. Wire splice connectors are also in this family.
Pyle 26500 Hermetic Connectors
Amphenol/Pyle Commercial 26500 Connectors are qualified to Military Specification MIL-DTL-26500, as well as numerous high-performance customer specifications. Available in Stainless Steel receptacle, with bayonet or threaded coupling. Amphenol/Pyle is an experienced supplier of highly reliable hermetic connectors for the aircraft industry and our ZZL and ZZB series of hermetics.
QMA Connector Series
The QMA connector is a quick disconnect version of the SMA connector and shares the same internal construction, which allows the connector to have excellent performance up to 6 GHz.
QN Connectors
Amphenol RF’s QN connector is a quick disconnect version of the N-Type connector with similar internal construction, which enables fast and easy matings with minimum space requirements.
QWL Connectors
QWL Series Connectors are tailor-made for compact, heavy-duty industrial use. The outstanding performance of this series makes it well suited for shipboard installations and ground support power distribution applications where physical strength and dependability are key requirements. The QWL Series is a versatile, economical alternative to military qualified designs.