Defense


Product Range Overview Catalogue

AB05 (Mil-C-26482 Series 1 Type)

Mil-C-26482 Series 1 Type (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

Mil-C-26482 Series 1 type, Conforms to BS 9522 F 00017, CECC 75201003, Miniature 3 Pin Bayonet Lock (also Push pull types), Polychloroprene Inserts,-55°C to + 125°C, 1 to 61 contacts, 7.5 to 13amps.

Miniature Bayonet Lock Connector .

AB05 Series. AB05 connectors conform to the stringent requirements of BS9522 F0017, and US specification Mil-C-26482, series 1 solder and CECC 75 201 003.

These connectors feature 3 pin bayonet coupling or an alternative "push-pull" version in shell sizes 10 and 12 for quick release applications.

AB05 connectors offer economical lightweight solutions for interconnection needs in commercial and industrial applications.

Insulators are polychloroprene and provide excellent solvent and insulation resistance and environmental sealing.

Accessories include straight outlets, cable clamps, grommet sealing nuts, general duty adaptors and protective caps.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium free plated with olive drab passivation. Alternative finishes and colours available on request.

Insulators: Polychloroprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 Pin Bayonet "push-pull" available in shell sizes 10 and 12.

Polarisation: 5 Key/Keyway or insert orientation.

Contact type: Solder, crimp or p.c.tails.

Contact Arrangements: 2 to 61 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 7.5 to 13 amps.

Voltage Rating: Working AC or DC peak. Size 20 contacts 700V. Size 16 contacts 1200V.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C

AB06 (Mil-C-26482 Series 1 Type)

Product Details:

Mil-C-26482 Series 1 Type (Defense, Communications)

Mil-C-26482 Series 1 type, Tinsel Cordage, Clansman/Bowman (10-76 Variants), Polychloroprene Inserts, -55°C to + 125°C, 2 to 13 contacts, 7.5 to 13amps.

Audio Miniature Bayonet Lock Connector.

AB06 Series. AB06 connectors are a development of the established AB05 range and are particularly suitable for tinsel cordage applications in audio equipment.

Designed to the requirements of the Royal Signals and Radar Establishments, AB06 connectors are available in shell sizes 8, 10 and 12, and offer all the performance characteristics and design features of AB05 (Pattern 105) connectors. An alternative "snatch" type coupling nut for quick release applications is available in shell size 10.

Accessories include straight polychloroprene sleeves for tinsel cordage, 90°outlets, and protective caps.

The Bowman 10-76 connector range is now available.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium free plated with olive drab passivation. Alternative finishes and colours available on request.

Insulators: Polychloroprene

Contacts: Copper alloy, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Bayonet ("snatch" available in shell size 10).

Polarisation: 5 Key/Keyway.

Contact type: Solder, crimp or p.c.tails.

Contact Arrangements: 2 to 10 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 7.5 to 13 amps.

Voltage Rating: Working AC or DC peak. Size 20 contacts 700V. Size 16 contacts 1200V.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C

ABAC D38999 (QPL)

QPL (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation)

QPL Approved Product, Rigid Plastic/Silicone Rubber Insert, -65°C to + 175°C, 5 to 46amps, 1 to 128 contacts, Zinc Nickel to be available early 2010.

MIL aerospace connector.

The MIL-DTL-38999 Series III range of connectors are designed & approved to meet the most stringent requirements of the Military and Aerospace Industries.

The rugged design of these connectors offers a high performance when subjected to vibration, shock and EMI/RFI environments.

This range has a quick mate threaded coupling system combined with a high performance anti-vibration mechanism.

The stub acme style threads on the coupling nut and receptacles avoid the possibility of cross threading. This feature also improves the ease of blind mating.

The EMI/RFI performance is enhanced by the grounding spring mechanism.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium

Insulators: Rigid plastic silicone rubber

Contacts: Copper alloy

STANDARD PLATING FINISHES

Aluminium parts: Cadmium Olive drab (W)

Contacts: Gold over nickel plated

* Consult factory for alternative finishes.

ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS

Temperature range: -65˚C to + 175˚C

Shock: 300g, 3 ms according EN 2591-D2 method A

Vibration (sine): 10 to 2000 Hz, 3x12 hrs (60g, 140-2000 Hz) with temperature cycling

Vibration (random):
50 to 2000 Hz , 2x8 hrs (1g² / Hz, 100-2000Hz) at Tº max.
25 to 2000 Hz , 2x8 hrs (5g² / Hz, 100-300Hz) (at ambient Tº)
Test with accessories in acc. with EN 2591-D3

Sealing: Mated connectors meet altitude immersion requirements of MIL-DTL-38999

Salt spray: 500 hrs

Resistance to fluids:
Gasoline: JP5 (OTAN F44)
Mineral hydraulic fluid: MIL-H-5606 (OTAN H515)
Synthetic hydraulic fluid: Skydrol 500 B4
Mineral lubricating: MIL-L-7870A (OTAN 0142)
Synthetic lubricating: MIL-L-23699 (OTAN 0156), MIL-L7808
Cleaning fluid: MIL-DTL-25769 diluted
De-icing fluid: MIL-A-8243
Extinguishing fluid: Chlorobrométhane
Cooling fluid: Coolanol

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 start stub acme thread

Contact termination: Crimp

Sealing: Dynamic sealing ring & individual wire seal grommet. IP67 rated.

Endurance: 500 mating / unmating operations

ABBMS (Mil-C-5015 Type)

Mil-C-5015 Type (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

Mil-C-5015 type, Approved to VG 95234, Conform to BS9522-F0032, Reverse Bayonet Connector, Polychloroprene Inserts , 7.5 to 500amps, -55°C to + 125°C, 1 to 61 contacts. Also in Stainless Steel Shells (ABSB).

Mil-C-5015 Bayonet Lock Type Connector.

ABBMS Series. ABBMS Bayonet connectors are based on Mil-C-5015 and conform to BS9522-F0032, and to VG 95234 (Germany).

AB Connectors feature bayonet lock coupling, crimp or solder contacts, protection against water ingress and excellent shielding and continuity characteristics between mated connectors.

The connectors are available with standard polychloroprene insulators which remains flexible at temperatures up to 125°C during a 1000 hour test programme.

A limited number of contact arrangements are available with high temperature insulators which operate between -40°C to +190°C. (HTABBMS)

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium free plated with olive drab passivation.

Insulators: Polychloroprene or Fluoro-carbon (high temp).

Grommet: Polychloroprene or Fluoro-carbon (high temp).

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver or gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 Pin Bayonet.

Polarisation: Insert orientation. Colour identification.

Contact type: Crimp, solder or p.c.tail.

Contact Arrangements: 1 to 61 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 7.5 to 500 amps.

Voltage Rating: Between 350V and 1750V AC or DC working.

Contact Resistance: 5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C, -40°C to +190°C (high temp).

ABCIRH (Mil-C-5015 Type)

Mil-C-5015 Type (Defense, Transportation, Industrial)

Mil-C-5015 type, Approved to VG 95234 type, Conforms to LUL standards, Reverse Bayonet Connector, Low Fire Hazard, Halogen Free Rubber Inserts, 7.5amps to 500amps, -55°C to +200°C, 1 to 85 contacts.

Halogen Free Bayonet Lock Connector.

ABCIRH Series. The AB Connectors Industrial Range is a development based on the ABB MS Series.

To minimise wear caused by vibration and frequent coupling, the bayonet lock coupling method features stainless steel pins at the critical wear points on the cam track of the fixed connector.The connectors are supplied with low fire hazard halogen free insulators as standard. This material has been independently tested and conforms to the most stringent requirements.

ABCIRH connectors meet all the electrical, mechanical and environmental requirement of BS9522-F0032 and VG 95234.

A range of accessories is available which meet the requirements of industrial applications including those of the Mass Transportation market.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy with cadmium free plating and choice of passivation colour.

Insulators: Low Fire Hazard.

Grommet: Low Fire Hazard.

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver or gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 Pin Bayonet.

Polarisation: Insert orientation. Colour identification

Contact type: Crimp or p.c.tail

Contact Arrangements: 1 to 85 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 7.5 to 500 amps.

Voltage Rating: Between 350V and 1750V AC or DC working.

Contact Resistance: 5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +200°C

ABMC (Push / pull)

Product Details:

Push / pull (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation)

A high Density push / pull positive lock connectors. It has both a positive coupling nut and application specific mating forces.

Push / pull connector.

A high Density push / pull positive lock connectors. It has both a positive coupling nut and application specific mating forces.

Up to 60ft sealing, pcb & solder contacts, scoop proof, blind mating, braid trap and suitable for heatshrink or overmoulded applications.

Salt resistant and over 2000 matings.

SPECIFICATIONS

Not Available

Full technical information can be obtained by contacting the AB Interconnect's Sales Office.

ABPC (Power Connectors)

Power Connectors (Defense)

3 start coarse thread/Anti Vibration Device/Plastic Body Power Distribution Connector, Conforms to CECC 75-201-007, Polychloroprene Inserts, -55c to +100C (also to +125C), 7.5 to 100amps, 1 to 37 contacts.

Plastic Body Power Distribution Connector.

ABPC Series. The AB Power Connector range of heavy duty electrical connectors is designed for general purpose use and to meet the requirements of power distribution in harsh environments (can also accommodate low halogen inserts where suitable in the ABCIRH range).

The outer shell components are manufactured from a tough thermo-plastic to ensure full insulation and high corrosion resistance. Inner shell components are plated aluminium for strength and provide electrical continuity for screening purposes.

The connectors feature bonded leading earth contacts and pilot pins for "earth loop monitoring".

The AB Power Connectors have contact arrangements suitable for both single or three phase power supplies.

The connectors conform to specification CECC 75-201-007.

Please contact factory for detail of additional versions with signal contacts.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Outer Body: Thermoplastic (Black).

Inner Shells: Aluminium alloy. Cadmium free plated with olive drab passivation. (Alternative finishes available).

Insulator: Polychloroprene.

Grommet: Polychloroprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver plated. Pilot contact, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 start coarse thread with anti-vibration device.

Polarisation: Key/Keyway.

Contact type: Solder.

Contact Arrangements: 3 shell sizes, 3 to 6 contacts

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: Up to 100 amps.

Voltage Rating: 750V AC or DC peak.

Contact Resistance: 5 Milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +100°C

ABSC (Push / pull)

Product Details:

Push / pull (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

A High Density push / pull connector. It has variable mating forces to meet specific applications.

Push / pull connector.


This product is a push pull connector that has been specifically designed for military communications applications. In comparison to other connectors of the same type it offers easier orientation alignment, greater sealing performance both mated and un-mated, variable un-mating force and simpler assembly. In addition this connector range is fully RoHS compliant.

A High Density push / pull connector. It has variable mating forces to meet specific applications.

Up to 60ft sealing, pcb & solder contacts, scoop proof, blind mating, braid trap and suitable for heatshrink or overmoulded applications.

Salt resistant and over 2000 matings.

FIXED CONNECTOR
  • Colour coded Key location
  • Castellated Lock nut
  • Printed circuit tail contacts with ground pin to shell
  • Variable mating force
FREE CONNECTOR
  • Colour coded Key location
  • Scoop proof contacts
  • Quick screen trap termination
  • Blind mating
  • Suitable for overmoulding or heatshrink boot
COUPLER CONNECTOR
  • Colour coded Key location
  • Quick screen trap termination
  • Variable mating force
  • Suitable for overmoulding or heatshrink boot

SPECIFICATIONS

MATERIALS

Shells: Nickel Aluminium Bronze & Brass

Insulators: Rigid plastic (PBT)

Contacts: Copper alloy

STANDARD PLATING FINISHES

Metal parts: Chemically blackened

Contacts: Gold

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: push pull, blind mating, variable pull off loads

Contact type: Solder and PCB pins

Contact Retention: Moulded in position with a positive lock

Sealing: Dynamic sealing o-ring, internal inter contact seal o-ring for panel mounting

Endurance: 500 operations minimum

ENVIRONMENTAL RATINGS

Temperature Range: -40°C to +100°C

Vibration: 16hrs random

Sealing: 1.96 bar mated (20 metres) Mated and un-mated

Salt Spray: 500 Hours

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Insulation resistance: 5000M ohms

Dielectric withstand voltage: 500 V

Current rating: 5amps @ 40°C

ABSP (Intervehicle Connectors)

Product Details:

Intervehicle Connectors (Defense)

Mono pin connection, capable of carrying high current at high temperatures. Connection is retained by a binding clamp allowing quick fit and release for ease of assembly. The ABSP range employs a superior insulator material that gives excellent impact resistance even at low temperatures. All the materials used in the ABSP range are Low toxicity, Low Smoke. Temp range +150°C to -40°C. Current 300amp continuous , 1200MP FOR 1 MIN

High Current/ High Temperature Connectors.

AB Connectors ABSP range of High Current/ High Temperature Connectors is ideally suited to applications where High Impact resistance is necessary. The Connector can accommodate temperatures between +150°C to -40°C and will perform perfectly at 300amp continuous and 1200amp for 1min. Please see the catalogue for further details.

SPECIFICATIONS

General Specifications

Temperature Rating: +150°C to -40°C Continuous Operating

Current Rating: 300A Continuous 1200A for 1 Minute Based on 0000 cable

Operating Voltage: 50V

Voltage Proof: 3kV

Clamp Screw Torque: 5.6Nm (50lb/in)

Panel Mounted Terminal Thread: 3/8" x 24 UNF

Backshells (and Accessories)

and Accessories (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

Full range of Backshells for Mil-C-5015, Mil-C-26482, D38999 series III, VG95234, MK18 and MK35 types available in various plating finishes including RoHS compliant ranges. Specialist Screening Backshells for all connector series.

Backshells for all series of Connectors.

AB Connectors manufacture their own ranges of Backshells for all series of Connectors including Mil-C-5015, Mil-C-26482, D38999 series III, VG95234, MK18 and MK35 types. We specialise in screening versions for all types, including several unique ranges for the Avionics Industry. AB Connectors has now combined the NCE (New Chapel Electronics) superior range of screened backshells into it's own product portfolio to create a very specialist and high performing product range.

SPECIFICATIONS

TYPES GROUPED BY MIL STANDARDS

MIL-C-5015: ABCIRP, ABCIRH, ABBMS

MIL-C-26482: AB05, AB06

MK 18

MIL-DTL-38999 Series III

New Chapel Electronics: Screen Wrap Adaptors, Screen Wrap Adaptors Angled Accessories, Screen Trap Adaptors for Circular Connectors, Screen Trap Adaptors for D-Sub-Miniature Connectors, Boot Lip Adaptors

Cable Harnesses (Cable Harnesses)

Product Details:

Cable Harnesses (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

We produce power / signal / overmoulded / fully screened / Intervehicle Power harness for the Militatry / Rail / Aerospace / Comms & Industrial markets.

Cable Harnesses.

AB Interconnect is an experienced manufacturer of many different electrical harnesses. We produce power / signal / overmoulded / fully screened / Intervehicle Power harness for the Militatry / Rail / Aerospace / Comms & Industrial markets.

SPECIFICATIONS

Not Available

Full technical information can be obtained by contacting the AB Interconnect's Sales Office.

Canbus / Databus (MilCanbus)

Product Details:

MilCanbus (Defense)

Mil Canbus parts are available with various connector / interconnect solutions. The boxes are generally EMC shielded and are IP67 sealed.

Canbus / Databus.


Mil Canbus parts are available with various connector / interconnect solutions. The boxes are generally EMC shielded and are IP67 sealed.

The boxes are can be manufactured from solid giving an inherently strong unit.

Common options are D38999 connectors.

SPECIFICATIONS

Not Available

Full technical information can be obtained by contacting the AB Interconnect's Sales Office.

Filtered Connectors (Special Purpose Connectors)

Product Details:

Special Purpose Connectors (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

We can filter all our ranges of connectors to meet customer requirements. Our range of EMI/EMP protection connectors offers the same versatility of standard connectors together with providing EMI/EMP protection for sensitive circuits. Please contact the Factory for standard and specific needs.

EMI/RFI Filtered Connectors.

Filter Connectors. The concern over interference in sophisticated electronic equipment, now operating on lower power levels, has seen an increase use of in-line filter devices to suppress either the effect of externally generated interference, or to reduce emissions from the equipment itself.

AB Connectors have engineered solutions which can be adapted to many of the market standard connector ranges, making retro-fitting to existing equipment a quick and effective solution, to EMI/RFI problems.

As an alternative, AB Connectors produce Interface Filter Adaptors which simply plug in between existing connectors, thereby making modification in the field a simple and cost effective option.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Connector Types: MIL-C-5015, MIL-C-38999, MIL-C-26482 Series 1

Coupling: Bayonet & Screw.

Contact Type: Non-Removable, solder or p.c. tail.

Filter Type: "C" or Pi.

Technology: Planer or tubular.

Full technical information can be obtained by contacting the AB Connectors Sales Office.

HT ABBMS (Mil-C-5015 Type)

Product Details:

Mil-C-5015 Type (Aerospace, Defense)

Mil-C-5015 type, Approved to VG 95234, Conform to BS9522-F0032, Reverse Bayonet Connector, Fluoro-Carbon Inserts, -55°C to +190°C, 1 to 61 contacts.

BS Approved Bayonet Lock Connector.

ABBMS Series. ABBMS Bayonet connectors are based on Mil-C-5015 and conform to BS9522-F0032, and to VG 95234 (Germany).

ABB Connectors feature bayonet lock coupling, crimp or solder contacts, protection against water ingress and excellent shielding and continuity characteristics between mated connectors.

The connectors are available with standard polychloroprene insulators which remains flexible at temperatures up to 125°C during a 1000 hour test programme.

A limited number of contact arrangements are available with high temperature insulators which operate between -40°C to +190°C. (HTABBMS)

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium free plated with olive drab passivation.

Insulators: Polychloroprene or Fluoro-carbon (high temp).

Grommet: Polychloroprene or Fluoro-carbon (high temp).

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver or gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: 3 Pin Bayonet.

Polarisation: Insert orientation. Colour identification.

Contact type: Crimp, solder or p.c.tail.

Contact Arrangements: 1 to 61 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 7.5 to 500 amps.

Voltage Rating: Between 350V and 1750V AC or DC working.

Contact Resistance: 5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C, -40°C to +190°C (high temp).

HT SBMS (Mil-C-5015 Type)

Product Details:

Mil-C-5015 Type (Aerospace, Defense)

Mil-C-5015 type, Fine Screw Coupling, Fluoro-Carbon Inserts, Conform to BS 9522-F0030, RARDE 5MS, -40°C to + 190°C, 2 to 37 contacts.

BS Approved Fine Screw Coupling Connector.

SBMS Series. SBMS (MS-E/5MS) connectors conform to the environmental requirements of US Specification MIL-C-5015 and BS9522-F0030.

SBMS connectors are approved to the requirements of the RARDE (CH) 5MS specifications.

SBMS connectors reduced overall size and improved sealing characteristics of contemporary MIL-C-5015 connectors, whilst still providing intermateability and interchangeability features.

SBMS connectors are shock and vibration proof, and are environmental and pressure sealed.

Insulators are polychloroprene.

A limited number of contact arrangements are available with high temperature insulators which operate between -40ºC to +190ºC. (HTABBMS)

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium plated with olive drab passivation. Alternative finishes and colours available on request.

Insulators: Polychloroprene or Flourocarbon (high temp)

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver plated, gold optional.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Fine thread.

Polarisation: Insert orientation.

Contact type: Solder non-removable.

Contact Arrangements: 2 to 37 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 4.5 to 92 amps.

Voltage Rating: Between 350V and 750V AC or DC working.

Contact Resistance: 5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to + 100°C, or -40ºC to +190ºC (high temp)

Extended temperature range: -40ºC to +190ºC

MK18 (Marine Connectors)

Marine Connectors (Defense)

Mil-C-26482 Series 2 type, Conforms to BS 9522 F 00020, Nickel Aluminium Bronze with Anti-Glare finish, Polychloroprene Insert, -55°C to + 125°C, 5 to 50amps, 2 to 61 contacts.

2-Start, Coarse Screw Coupling Connector.

Mk18 (Pattern 608). A complete system of medium density connectors and accessories designed to withstand extreme environmental conditions. Meeting the requirements of BS9522-F0020, Mk18 connectors are particularly suitable for exposed areas in marine and land based equipments. The nickel aluminium bronze shells provide excellent corrosion resistance coupled with high strength.

The quick start threaded coupling nut with anti-vibration device gives positive controlled compression of the interface seal in a metal to metal condition, resulting in a screening performance of 75dB at 100MHz typical and 55dB at 1000MHz.

Mk 18 connectors are available in 9 shell sizes with planforms, based on Mil-C-26482 accommodating from 2 to 61 contacts.

Sealed outlets accommodate jacketed screened multicore cables and provide a cable entry which is watertight to a depth of 12 feet.

We are temporarily suspending manufacture on the following MK 18 crimp plan forms:
14-19; 16-26; 18-32; 20-41; 22-55; 24-61

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Nickel aluminium bronze - antiglare finish.

Insulators: Polychloroprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Quick start threaded, with audible anti-vibration feature.

Polarisation: 5 Key/Keyway.

Contact type: Crimp removable. Solder and pc tail - non removable.

Contact Arrangements: 2 to 61 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 5 to 50 amps.

Voltage Rating: Working AC or DC peak between 700V and 1500V.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C

MK22 (Marine Connectors)

Product Details:

Marine Connectors (Defense)

Approved to VG96930, Fine Screw threaded, Naval connector, Aluminium or Stainless Steel & Hard Anodised Aluminium, Polychloroprene Insert, -55°C to + 125°C, 13 to 150amps, 1 to 108 contacts.

Fine Screw Coupling, Medium Density Connector.

MK 22. Low to medium density connectors with sealed cable outlets designed for marine applications. Materials, finishes and construction have been engineered to meet the severe environmental and mechanical demands encountered in above and below deck applications. MK22 connectors are approved to VG96930 specification.

A feature of the range is a two part outlet fitting which simplifies wiring of multicore jacketed cables. Coupling is achieved by a fine threaded coupling nut which gives positive sealing and screen continuity.

The current range covers 26 contact arrangements accommodating a maximum of 108 contacts in the largest shell size.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Aluminium alloy cadmium plated, olive drab passivation. For harsher environments, a combination of stainless steel and hard anodised aluminium.

Insulators: Polychloroprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Fine thread.

Polarisation: Insert orientation.

Contact type: Crimp or solder removable.

Contact Arrangements: 1 to 108 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 13 to 150 amps.

Voltage Rating: Working AC or DC peak between 500V and 2800V.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +125°C

MK35 (Marine Connectors)

Product Details:

Marine Connectors (Defense)

D38999 series III product , Naval applications, Marine Bronze Shell, Rigid Plastic/Silicone Rubber Insert, -65°C to + 175°C, 5 to 46amps, 1 to 128 contacts.

High Density Screw Coupling Connector.

Mk35 Series. The AB Connectors Mk35 Connector series is derived from the American Mil-C-38999 Series III specification.The connectors intermate and can be interchanged with the standard Series III connector, but to ensure optimum performance in the most severe environments, Mk35 connectors feature nickel aluminium bronze as the material for shells, coupling nuts and other major components.

Mk35 connectors feature 100% "scoop proof" design and coupling is achieved by a triple start course thread. The connectors also feature a self locking anti- vibration mechanism for secure mating in high vibration environments.

Contacts which conform to Mil-C-39029 are crimp rear insertion, rear extraction and the socket is protected from probe damage by using a restricted entry design.

Sealing between mating connectors is by compression of a interfacial seal and around each individual contact.

A comprehensive range environment/plain backshells and accessories is available.

AB Mk35 connectors conform to the requirements of CECC75 201 002 Specification.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Marine bronze, self finish

Insulators: Assembly of rigid plastic/silicone rubber

Contacts: Copper aalloy, gold plated

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Triple start course thread

Polarisation: 5 key/keyway

Contact type: Crimp, rear insertion, rear release, rear removable

Contact Arrangements: 1 to 128 contacts

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 5 amps to 46 amps

Voltage Rating: Working 550V to 1250V DC/AC Peak

Contact Resistance: 5 m ohms max

Temperature Rating: -65ºC to +175ºC

MK38 (Marine Connectors)

Product Details:

Marine Connectors (Defense)

D38999 Series 1, conform to BS 9522-F0034, Nickel Aluminium Bronze with Anti-Glare finish, Rigid Plastic/Silicone Rubber Insert, -65°C to + 200°C, 3 to 24amps, 3 to 128 contacts.

3-Start, High Density Screw Coupling Connector.

Mk38. The Mk38 system of connectors conform to BS9522-F0034 and can withstand the toughest conditions found in the military ground and marine equipment fields.

The range features a high density 100% scoop proof design with a coupling mechanism featuring a quick start thread with an anti-vibration device within a course ribbed nut. This provides positive metal to metal bottoming between connector halves, resulting in a typical screening performance of 75 dB at 100MHz and 65dB at 1000MHz.

MK38 connectors are available in shell sizes accommodating from 3 to 128 contacts in a comprehensive range of platforms compatible with MIL-C-38999 Series 1.

Crimp rear insertion, rear release contacts conform to MIL-C-39029.

The connector range is available with a full complement of sealed outlets and accessories.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Nickel aluminium bronze with antiglare finish.

Insulators: High grade plastic/silicone rubber.

Contacts: Copper alloy, gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: Quick start threaded with audible anti-vibration feature.

Polarisation: 5 Key/Keyway.

Contact type: Crimp removable.

Contact Arrangements: 3 to 128 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 3 to 24 amps.

Voltage Rating: Working AC or DC peak between 550V and 1250V r.m.s.

Temperature Rating: -65°C to + 200°C

SBORD Inter-Vehicle (Power Connectors)

Product Details:

Power Connectors (Defense)

Inter-Vehicle, Nato Slave Start range of Fixed and Free Connectors, 1000amp for 6mins, -55°C to +100°C, Single Pole Coaxial Contacts.

Inter-vehicle, Slave Start Connector

Intervehicle Connectors. SB-ORD. Intervehicle connectors fully conform to NATO approved standards and provide a quick, foolproof method of restarting electrically disabled military vehicles in the field through a vehicle-to-vehicle battery jumper system where a 1000 amp maximum current rating is required.

Intervehicle connectors are capable of withstanding severe battle environments and are of single piece, rubber moulded construction impervious to engine fuel and lubricants, shock proof and dirt proof through the use of tight seal protective caps.

An SB-ORD. Intervehicle adaptor is available for interfacing between the previously accepted system of parallelling two lengths of cable with two connectors each and NATO single twin cable and coaxial contact system.

A fully harnessed system is also available.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Single piece polychloroprene moulding.

Insulators: Neoprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy coaxial, tin plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: "Push-pull" friction.

Contact type: Solder or crimp with straight bolt on lugs for size 0000 AWG to 4 AWG cable.

Contact Arrangements: Single pole coaxial construction.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 1000 amps for 6 minutes.

Voltage Rating: 110V DC.

Contact Resistance: 0.5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +100°C

SBORD Trailer (Special Purpose Connectors)

Special Purpose Connectors (Defense)

Heavy Duty Nato/UK Mod Trailer Connectors, Fixed (with or without Rat Trap) and Free with Heavy moulded Body, Shell Size 28, -55°C to + 100°C, 5 to 92amps, 5 to 37 contacts.

Heavy Duty Trailer Connector.

SB-ORD. Trailer connectors were designed for electrical coupling applications between military vehicles and towed trailers where rough handling, environmental sealing and ease of coupling is required.

Trailer connectors feature a heavy rubber moulded body with a brass inner shell, and offer 7 contact arrangements in shell size 28.

Accessories include protective caps, grommets, grommet nuts, and sealing gaskets.

A fully harnessed system as above is also available.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MATERIALS & FINISHES

Shell: Brass, cadmium plated with olive drab passivation, black rubber covered plug.

Insulators: Polychloroprene.

Contacts: Copper alloy, silver or gold plated.

MECHANICAL FEATURES

Coupling: "Push-pull" friction.

Polarisation: Insert Orientation.

Contact type: Solder non-removable.

Contact Arrangements: In shell size 28 only 7 platforms from 5-37 contacts.

ELECTRICAL DATA

Maximum contact Current Rating: 5 to 92 amps.

Voltage Rating: Between 350V and 750V AC or DC working.

Contact Resistance: 5 milliohms max.

Temperature Rating: -55°C to +100°C

Systems and Boxes (Systems and Boxes)

Product Details:

Systems and Boxes (Aerospace, Defense, Communications, Transportation, Industrial)

Electrical system boxes which include power, power conversion, distribution, signal processing, active component and Power Monitoring Units for Military, Aerospace, Transportation, Comms & industrial Markets.

Systems and Boxes.

AB Interconnect is an experienced manufacturer of many different electrical system boxes for our served market places. These include power, power conversion, distribution, signal processing, active component and Power Monitoring Units for Military, Aerospace, Transportation, Comms & industrial Markets.

SPECIFICATIONS

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Full technical information can be obtained by contacting the AB Interconnect's Sales Office.



AB Interconnect, 2500 Business Highway 70 East, Smithfield, NC. 27577. Tel: 919-934-5181 or Email: sales@abinterconnect.com