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connectors, or distance to a side wall. To objectively compare the options available, we used an example system requiring a minimum of 20 signal lines of 0.5mm wire, using a jam-nut receptacle. Unfortunately, this requirement excluded the MIL-DTL-55116 option, which offers only a maximum of 6 contacts, so the four remaining options would be: MIL-DTL-38999 Series III with C35 insert. MIL-DTL-38999 Series II with 12-35 insert. Miniature 38999 with 20-contact insert. ODU-AMC Size 3 with 26-contact insert.
All four options satisfy the requirement, but the space envelope is vastly different, with the smallest 30 per cent smaller than the largest. Furthermore, the ODU-AMC has 26 contacts, but the others only 20 or 22.
High-speed data
Military data connectors have historically used commercial inserts such as USB, Quadrax or RJ45, inside a MIL-STD shell. However, ODU chose the more elegant solution of adapting our own multi-pin connectors to transmit the required protocol - resulting in a much smaller connector with all the ruggedness and perfomance of a military connector. The ODU-AMC High
Speed Data series can combine and transmit all high-speed data transmission protocols, with transfer rates currently up to 14.4 Gbits/s, so as to reliably connect all interfaces, such as weapons, comms systems and vehicle connections.
But there‘s a double bonus,
not only are these connectors inherently smaller, but push-pull locking allows much higher panel density, as finger-space for rotation- locking can be eliminated.
Connector locking selection The four sub-types of the Mil-STD 38999 address specific problems facing the military OEM. But there
are difficulties, in that the exact 38999 sub-type of receptacle and mating-plug must be specified at each connection point in the
vehicle, allowing little design flexibility. We wanted to change that, so the latest ODU-AMC
T Series connector allows for a common bulkhead or receptacle for each shell size, with three plug variants. This allows the exact locking method to be determined, at any future time, by the specific choice of connector plug used by the equipment plugged-in. Thread-Lock screw locking for applications
that have to deal with extremely strong vibrations. Push-pull plug reliably locks-in with a ball- lock system. Break-Away (or Snatch) plug releases the connection with a straight pull, allowing quick and easy disconnection in critical situations. Although a new connector design, it is important to stress that it meets, or exceeds the performance requirements of MIL-STD-38999 and also offers additional advantages, being certified to MIL-STD-1472 and MIL-STD-810, withstanding temperature from -65° to +175° C. Standard 38999 crimps and back-shells can be used with this connector. We believe that this 3-on-1 connector could be a game-changer for in- vehicle equipment.
https://odu-connectors.com/uk/ Cinch FIBRECO expanded beam connectors and cable
assemblies now available from Lane Electronics Lane Electronics’ latest franchise distribution agreement is with Cinch Connectivity and provides them with the ability to sell the FIBRECO range of expanded beam fibre-optic connectors and accessories across the UK and Europe.
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he high-performance expanded beam connectors and cable assemblies from FIBRECO provide flexible, cost-effective solutions to critical harsh environment
communication applications such as defence, aerospace, security, offshore, mining, outside broadcast and other industrial applications. Existing UK FIBRECO customers can now be serviced by Lane Electronics who will support existing applications and also develop new business using in-house connector stock, value- added cable assemblies and back-to-back supply from the FIBRECO facility where required. The Fibreco product range includes expanded beam cable assemblies that utilise connectors such as Fibreco Junior, Mini and Senior and D38999, as well as Stratos HMA connectors. Nick Wheeler, sales director of Lane Electronics, said: “This addition to our product portfolio will enhance our fibre-optic and harsh environment connector offering, adding value to a broad range of our existing and new
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customers with access to another prestige and globally recognised manufacturer.” Keeley Jefferies, European distribution manager of Cinch Connectivity Solutions, said: “Cinch are the market leading manufacturer of fibre optic expanded beam connectivity, and partnering with Lane Electronics with our Fibreco product range gives our customers a wide availability of our product portfolio
with short turnaround times, and the ability to service small to large volume requirements.” FIBRECO has over 110 years of fibre optic connector development experience within their engineering team, and in addition to a wide standard connector range is able to work with customers to create bespoke connectors in both large and small production volumes. Projects undertaken include super
heavy-duty connectors for Oil and Gas drilling applications, wet-mate expanded beam inserts for sub-sea connectors, hermetically sealed expanded beam connectors for Mil-Aero applications and hybrid electrical/optical connectors for naval ballistics applications. As a leading franchised distributor for many of the industry’s major electrical and electronic connector manufacturers, Lane Electronics is said to be the preferred connector source across many industry sectors including defence, avionics, motorsport, marine, communications, medical, test and measurement, general industrial solutions and geophysical. A major source for all key connector types, Lane Electronics has a multi-million-pound connector and piece-part stockholding and can offer next-day delivery.
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