Amphenol Aerospace Tri-Start MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors

Amphenol Aerospace Tri-Start MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors perform well for both general-purpose and demanding environmental applications. These connectors are compliant with MIL-DTL-38999 Series III requirements and are available in various materials and finishes, including aluminum, stainless steel, and composites. The connectors feature EMI shielding, moisture and corrosion resistance, and firewall capability. Typical applications of Tri-Start MIL-DTL-38999 series III connectors include defense, unmanned systems, soldier systems, ground systems, and vehicles.

Features

  • 100% scoop-proof connector minimizes potential contact damage
  • Aluminum, stainless steel, and composite shells
  • Firewall capability
  • Improved interfacial seal design
  • Operates under severe high-temperature vibration
  • Solid metal-to-metal coupling, grounding fingers provide superior EMI shielding
  • Stainless steel or cadmium over nickel plating withstand a 500-hour salt spray exposure
  • Stainless steel qualified for BACC63DB and BACC63DC specifications
  • Unique, self-locking, quick coupling connector eliminates lock wiring

Applications

  • Avionics
  • C4ISR
  • Commercial aircraft
  • Ground systems and vehicles
  • Missiles and missile defense
  • Soldier systems
  • Space
  • Unmanned systems

Technical Specifications

Parameters Values
Minimum EMI shielding capability 65dB at 10GHz
Test voltage at sea level 1300VRMS to 2300VRMS
Current rating 5A to 46A
Shell size 9 to 25