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Glenair Military/Defense Connectors
Quick Overview
Glenair provides military-grade interconnects for a range of applications including ground soldier systems, military vehicles, guided missile systems, and aerospace. Glenair’s solutions, including mil-qualified and Glenair Signature connectors, undergo rigorous testing and are designed to withstand harsh conditions. They offer resistance to high levels of vibration, shock, altitude, moisture ingress, and RF and EMP interference. Qualifications include MIL-DTL-38999, SAE-AS39029, and other standards.
Details
Glenair Ruggedized Connectors and Cables for Military-Defense and Aerospace Applications
Glenair’s connectors ensure reliable transmission of signals, data, and power in various modern aircraft. Glenair uses advanced manufacturing processes, strict testing protocols, and high-grade materials to ensure durability in extreme conditions. Our products are engineered to endure extreme temperatures, pressure, shock, heavy vibration, and fluid intrusion, providing high-quality, performance, and reliability in commercial, space, and military aerospace applications.
Glenair is committed to meeting the demands for lighter, faster, and more robust sub-assemblies. For decades, we have served defense customers and various applications, from ground vehicles to military aircraft, naval marine, and space systems. Our portfolio includes the latest in high-performance materials, military-grade technology, and design standards.
As a leading provider of advanced electronic components, subsystems, microwave and RF products, Glenair serves critical applications in commercial aviation, defense, space, medical, rail, semiconductor testing, wireless telecommunications, and industrial markets.
Our ruggedized connectors offer features like overmolding, cable braiding, and shielding, which enhance performance in demanding conditions. Connectors are secured with mechanical and chemical methods, and backshells provide protection against moisture, dust, and mechanical stress. Strain relief in assemblies further enhances durability.
Markets and Applications
Glenair products are used in military and aerospace, transportation, and industrial markets. Applications include commercial aviation, military avionics, ground vehicles, battlefield communication (C5ISR), marine and offshore equipment, medical instrumentation, and defense and industrial connectors.
Shell Material Specifications
We offer various shell materials including passivated stainless steel for harsh environments, lightweight aluminum for sealed versions, and composite shells for weight reduction and corrosion resistance. Plating options include black anodized, nickel, olive drab, and cadmium.
Military / Defense Interconnect Solutions
: Glenair Signature Interconnect Innovations for Land, Sea, Air, and Space Applications
Missile and Loyal Wingman (UCAV) Interconnect Solutions: Glenair Advanced Connectors for Missile Systems and Unmanned Loyal Wingman Drones (Collaborative Combat Aircraft)
RF, Microwave, and mmWave Interconnects: Glenair Integrated RF Interconnect Assemblies built from Aerospace-Grade Connectors, Contacts, Adapters, and Coax Cable
