Product News

Amphenol Industrial Operations (AIO), continues to expand its SurLok Plus series and cabling system to fulfill the increasing demand for higher voltage interconnections within the energy storage, electric vehicle and battery charging markets. The 3.6mm SurLok Plus right angle connector, in 1500VDC voltage range, is an industry-leading product for 70A application power connections for battery and related control box applications. In order to meet 1000VDC voltage range application requirements, AIO added 5.7 and 8.0mm inline type connectors. These connectors feature a quick connect and locking system design that is ideal for power system connection applications.

Used to meet energy storage requirements

SurLok Plus is a single pole connector that can be used to meet energy storage requirements for high power connections and transfers. EMI shielding function is available for high voltage and current connections in the 1000V, 8.0mm size.

In addition to being ideal for use in energy storage, this new compact connector can also be used in electric vehicles, hybrid electric and/or EV within the heavy equipment market. Surlok Plus 3.6mm right angle 1500VDC and 5.7 and 8.0mm inline 1000VDC are reliable alternatives to common compression lugs.

Easy to mate and unmate

These robust, cost-effective connectors are easy to mate and unmate, featuring a keyway design to prevent incorrect mating. The SurLok Plus 3.6mm is rated 70A, while the 5.7mm and 8.0mm inline are rated to 120A, and 200A respectively.

The SurLok Plus offers a flexible, quick lock and press-to-release design to accommodate various dimensional constraints. The R4 RADSOK connector significantly increases amperage, while reducing insertion force, temperature rise and voltage drop. The Surlok Plus 3.6mm 1500VDC conforms to UL4128, while the 5.7mm and 8.0mm inline 1000VDC conforms to UL1977; a standard set for safety component connectors for use in data, signal, control and power applications.

For more information about the SurLok Plus™ visit Amphenol Industrial Operations.

Thyez, France, October 12, 2021 – Amphenol SOCAPEX new Display Solutions are designed to transmit video data & information in harsh environment for equipments such as C5ISR, Ground Vehicles and Navy.

These new connectors are designed and built to last to ensure a reliable transmission between display screens, cameras, computers.   The new Rugged Display Solutions range covers protocols including: DisplayPort, HDMI.

Implementing these new connectors is really quick and easy. Any standard DisplayPort or HDMI plugs or cordsets can be converted into a military-grade solution for harsh environments with high level of sealing and durability.

More details regarding the technical features of each connector:

MDP FTV - Mini DisplayPort 1.4 rugged interconnect system

MDP FTV connectors can support 8K UHD (7680 × 4320) at 60 Hz or 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) at 120 Hz. They feature a Tri Start Thread coupling mechanism (MIL-DTL-38999 series III type) with anti-decoupling device and use display 1.4 protocol. The transmission bandwidth is 32.4 Gbit/s with 8.1 Gbit/s per lane.

HDMI FTV - HDMI 2.0 protocol rugged interconnect system

HDMI FTV connectors can  support 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) at 60 Hz. They are based on the norm MIL-DTL-38999 series III using HDMI 2.0 protocol. The transmission bandwidth goes up to 18 Gbit/s with 6 Gbit/s per lane.

« This is a great new product range to bring under the Amphenol SOCAPEX product offering in order to respond better to the needs of the military markets. The Rugged Display Solutions range enlarges our core offering and further defines our footprint in video transmission applications. » comments Kevin Zerr, Amphenol SOCAPEX C5ISR Product Manager.

In order to adapt to harsh environmental constraints, the connectors are available in different materials and surface treatments such as cadmium, zinc, black nickel, or nickel.

These new connectors are available now through our network of distributors (see the detailed list on our website https://www.amphenol-socapex.com/en/find-a-distributor).

If you need any help to specify or select the right connector for your application, please contact our Technical Support team who will help you. Go to https://www.amphenol-socapex.com/en/technical-support

Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers EMI Wind-Lok, a reverse bayonet connector designed to deliver high power from source to load. This heavy-duty connector with EMI shielding is used in a variety of different markets, including wind turbines, offshore windfarms, electrical generators, charging systems, as well as offshore petroleum production.

Amphenol’s EMI Wind-Lok is a single pole, high-power connector that features a 1/3 turn reverse bayonet coupling design with secondary coupling that allows for audible, tactile and visual confirmation of secure mating. Its double-dead front, finger-proof inserts help to protect the pin as well as the socket.

With a shell size of 40, this heavy-duty connector can fit a wide range of wire sizes. Its 18 mm RADSOK socket contact provides an amperage rating up to 800 A at 2,500 VDC.

EMI Wind-Lok features rugged corrosion resistant plating with a hard coat anodized finish that can withstand 300 days of continuous salt spray. The connector offers crimp or two-hole busbar termination and features silver plated contacts. It is RoHS and REACH compliant, providing more protection for insert and contact assembly. The connector is also vibration resistant.

The new connector has an operating temperature of -40˚C to +125˚C and can withstand up to 2,000 mating cycles. 

For more information about the EMI Wind-Lok® visit Amphenol Industrial Operations.

PCB Mounted Jam Nut Receptacles for Heavy Duty, Harsh Environment Applications

Available in 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 Shell Sizes and 18 Insert Arrangements

Amphenol Sine Systems’ ecomate® Aquarius™ PCB Mounted Jam Nut Receptacles are designed specifically for mounting to Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) or Flex Circuits. As part of the ecomate® Aquarius Waterproof Connector series, they provide an IP67/69K waterproof rating when in a mated condition for industrial applications, and incorporates the latest technology in high impact thermoplastic design, offering advantages of lightweight, lower-cost, sealed connector systems on the market today. ecomate® Aquarius Waterproof Connectors are ideal for Indoor/Outdoor applications and the MIL-DTL-26482 based design provides a quick, reliable, 1/3 turn bayonet coupling.

Additional ecomate® Aquarius™ connectors include optional In-Line, Jam-Nut, Square-Flanged, and End Cap configurations. Their pin and socket contacts are available on reels, in strip form, for high volume, low cost, automatic machine terminations. They are also available in loose piece, machined, contact forms and can be shared with the ecomate® RM Rugged Metal Connectors multi-way connector series.

Key Features

• Built-In Stand-Off’s for consistent height off PCB for ease of cleaning
• Optional Locking Posts for secure mounting for harsh environments
• Lower Profile than industry standard Jam Nut receptacles
• Bayonet Rapid Coupling System
• Colored Rings for Visual Identification Available

Applications: Solar Energy – Power; Off-Road – Mining, Railway, Marine; Instrumentation – Measurement, Water Metering; Building Automation - HVAC, Lighting, Closed Circuit TV; Telecom – Data Infrastructure, Traffic Control

Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers a connector with high-speed contacts that provide datalink solutions for critical applications. The Amphe-Lite Quadrax provides high data transfer rates, lower power consumption and excellent EMI compatibility.

This new connector, designed for high-speed signal applications in ruggedized and high vibration environments includes two pairs (4 pins) of high-speed contacts with bandwidth up to 3.125 GHz, Ethernet 10G Base-T-100 Ohm and a data rate up to 6.5 Gbps.

USED IN THE RAIL MASS TRANSIT, HEAVY EQUIPMENT, OIL AND GAS, AND MINING MARKETS

Ideal for use in rail mass transit for WTB, MVB and PIS systems; datalink for network, sensor, audio and video in heavy equipment; as well as datalink and signal in the oil and gas mining markets, these connectors offer high bandwidth, excellent EMI shielding, a ruggedized shell and robust design for extreme environments.

VERSATILE CONNECTORS

These versatile connectors are shock and vibration resistant and can withstand 500 hours of salt spray. They are compatible with MIL-DTL-38999 shell and have excellent adaptability in a modified size 8 cavity to accommodate keyed contacts. They are also compatible with Cat 5E or Cat 6A cable systems.

Amphe-Lite Quadrax is available in size 8 crimp termination or PC tails, with high density (up to 99 contacts) hybrid signal and power. 

For more information about the Amphe-Lite Quadrax visit Amphenol Industrial Operations.

The DuraMate™ AHDM environmentally-sealed, multi-pin, heavy duty, metal, circular connector series provides an economical quick-connect bayonet locking system manufactured to withstand the challenges and complexities of harsh environment off-road applications.

In addition to the wide variety of backshell options available, we now offer a Cable Clamp Backshell in Size 18 and 24. Made of Aluminum Alloy and Nickel Plated with Stainless Steel screw and lock washers, as well as EPDM bushings.

Amphenol Industrial Operations has enhanced its Max-M12 product line to include an X coding, high-speed connector with support for 10Gb/s (1000M Ethernet with CAT6 cable) data transmission and S coding for a safer connection with First Mate Last Break. These new connectors are ideal for use in the rail and mass transit (RMT), heavy equipment vehicles, industrial automation and robotics markets.

Used on RMT door systems, on camera and communication systems, as well as on HVAC systems, the Max-M12 can easily transmit high speed data in environments where there is high vibration, moisture, salt, dirt and debris. It can also be used for off-road vehicles, ruggedized factory automation and robotics signal applications.

The Max-M12 family of connectors is based on IEC 61076-2-101 and SAE J2839. They are backward compatible and can be mated with any standard M12 connector with the same indexing. The Max-M12 features several different mounting options, including front or back lock/flange and wire termination styles, including solder, crimp and printed circuit tails.

The Max-M12 is rated to 4A and can endure extreme temperatures ranging from -55˚C to 125˚C. All Max-M12 connectors have an IP67 rating making them dust and waterproof. They are resistant to high pressure wash downs and water immersion. To ensure high performance in harsh environments, Amphenol has plating solutions designed to endure salt spray testing for up to 240 hours.

Amphenol’s Max-M12 connector in-line mated pair can withstand 444 N of connector-to-cable retention forces and contact retention forces to 110 N. Housed in an HDM 12 EX impact resistant metal or plastic shell, the in-line mated pair is available as a 90˚ right angle or straight versions. When shielding is required the Max-M12 metal version is available in multiple shell styles for a variety of interconnect requirements. Both the 4-and 5-pin configurations are available with A, B and D polarity codes. 

For more information about the Max-M12 visit Amphenol Industrial Operations.

Our A Series™ Family of heavy duty, multi-pin, thermoplastic, rectangular connectors encompass a wide range of products, serving a variety of industries, and come in a variety of color modifications, as well as custom options, for your specific needs.

Colors are often used to help differentiate between keying options, but we also offer color modifications across a large number of our A Series™ product lines for your specific project needs.

Available colors are: Grey, Brown, Black, Blue, White, Yellow, Green, Red and Orange

Custom colors are also available. Contact your Sales Representative or Customer Service Representative for more information.

Amphenol Sine Systems’ PRM Series™ (Panel Rack Mount) Connectors, available in 2 position, both in Plugs and Receptacles, are a quick-connect power connector solution for use in panel rack mount network aplications. Our quick-connect design enables denser installations, faster deployments and upgrades.

Market Applications: Telecommunications Infrastructure, Data Centers, Broadband

Features & Benefits

• Field Installable w Standard Crimpers
• Stackable / Reduced Footprint / In-Line Wire Design
• Faster Installations / Replacements
• Keyed to prevent mis-mating/reverse polarity
• RADSOK®* and SureSocket™ Contacts
• Panel receptacles can be customized to your specific application

Amphenol Industrial Operations now offers the high speed contact that can be implemented in Amphenol’s GT series connectors and used in hazardous environments. Quadrax contacts offer more reliable rail mass transit (RMT) application requirements on inter-vehicle connections and database applications than multi-pole connectors without individual shielding.

This new combination of a reverse bayonet connector and Quadrax contacts results in a connector system that offers one outer contact with four inner contacts spaced to form two 100 to 150 Ohm controlled impedance differential pairs. The GT Quadrax is an excellent alternative to the more expensive DTL-38999 Series III and ARINC-type connectors for harsh environment applications, including Ethernet 100 Bas-T-100 Ohm, Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Base-T-100 Ohm, Fiber Channel-150 Ohm and IEEE1394B FireWire-110 Ohm.

Ideal for rolling stock manufacturers, factory automation solution providers and control device manufacturers, these contacts feature high EMI shielding performance, reverse bayonet locking for ease of use, high shock and vibration resistance for up to 500 mating cycles and quick positive coupling.

Quadrax contacts have a bandwidth up to 1.25 GHz, a data rate exceeding 2.5 Gbps, a maximum voltage rating of 500 Vrms at sea level and 1000 VAC rms between all inner contacts at sea level, as well as 500 VAC rms between inner and outer contacts at sea level.

Available in size 8 crimp termination style or with PC tails, these robust contacts are gold plated and supplied with gold over nickel on mating parts. The outer contact has a rugged wall section for durability.

According to EN60068-1, Quadrax contacts are rated IP67-IP69K in mated condition. With proper plating from Amphenol Industrial, they are RoHS and REACH compliant.

For more information about the GT Quadrax visit Amphenol Industrial Operations.