Glenair Swing-Arm Flex Composite 3-in-1 Backshells provide lightweight and corrosion-free termination of EMI / RFI cable shielding in electrical wire interconnect cabling. Glenair Swing-Arm Flex Composite 3-in-1 Backshells are the standard shield termination device for weight reduction in military and commercial airframe applications. Made from temperature-tolerant composite thermoplastic, rugged Swing-Arm backshells offer easy installation, long-term performance, and outstanding weight and SKU reduction. These backshells are performance tested to AS85049 mechanical and electrical standards and are available for all commonly-specified mil-standard and commercial cylindrical connectors, including MIL-DTL-38999 and Glenair series 80 Mighty Mouse.
Glenair Glenair Swing-Arm Flex Composite Backshells
Features
- Straight, 45°, and 90° configurable backshell
- Significant weight reduction: composite, no saddle bars or hardware
- Rapid assembly: cable self-centers on bundle, little or no wrapping tape required
- Braid sock and drop-in band termination follower versions for EMI / RFI applications
- Accommodates lacing cord or tie wrap for strain relief and wire bundle management applications
- Patents
- Flex Arms US Patent No. 9627800
- Drop-In Ferrule US Patent No. 9413116
- Supports wide range of cable bundle diameters
- Available in variety of interfaces:
- Drop-in-follower (DIF)
- Direct interface FLEX
- Braid sock
Applications
- Military
- Commercial Airframe