Rugged and reliable connectors designed specifically for defence
30 May 2007
Interconnection
As defence equipment designers and manufacturers continue the development and integration of increasingly involved electronic systems into air, land, and sea-based applications, so demand for small, lightweight and robust interconnect systems grows.
Fischer Connectors offers products ideally suited for applications in the defence and security industry.
According to Fischer Connectors, many armed and security forces around the world have chosen its connectors for their ruggedness, reliability, small size and lightweight characteristics. Navy video equipment, night vision systems, artillery calculators, rugged computer, soldier harnesses, intrusion detectors, surveillance equipment and personal role radios are examples of mission-critical applications, for which Fischer supplies a high level of interconnection engineering.
The range has evolved from vacuum sealed plugs and receptacles to a range of over 30 000 products. Thanks to its compact size and high density pin configuration (available with up to nine pins), the 102 series particularly suits demanding military applications. Operating temperatures go from -50 to 150°C and standard environmental sealing is IP68 when both halves are mated. In addition, the sealed socket benefits from hermetic sealing between the contacts so, if a cap or plug is misplaced, no leaking occurs into the back of the unit.
Options include front and back panel mount sockets, direct PCB mounting versions, plus coaxial connectors which, for example, are used in covert radios and rescue beacons.
Fischer Connectors generally supply push-pull connectors, but specific applications - like communication headsets where cables are likely to be snagged in undergrowth - require its Clic-Loc connectors, whose locking mechanism is designed for quick release through a sharp tug.
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