Amphenol AJ-107BR-SP Connector Featuring Watertight Breakaway Style for in Military Ground Vehicles
Amphenol NEXUS Technologies Ruggedized Connectors and Switches
Product Overview
Amphenol NEXUS Technologies specializes in the design and manufacturing of high-quality audio-style connectors, electro-mechanical devices, low voltage connectors, and push-button switches. With over 50 years of experience, the company provides solutions for unique customer needs, often born from rapidly addressing specific issues. Their products are widely specified in OEM headset applications requiring breakaway-style audio connectors and in applications demanding durable, reliable, and cost-effective switching with strong tactile feedback. Amphenol NEXUS Technologies serves diverse markets including Military Radio Systems, Military Ground Vehicles, Commercial and Military Aerospace, Telecommunications, Auto Racing, Powerboat Racing, Simulation Controls, Medical Products, Farm Equipment, and Commercial Aviation Electronics.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Amphenol NEXUS Technologies
- Origin: Stamford, CT
- Certifications: MIL-DTL-9177, MIL-DTL-55116, MIL-S-8805/3, MIL-I-45208, MIL-Q-9858, MIL-STD-45662, MIL-STD-105
- Key Features: Breakaway-style connectors, tactile-feedback switches, watertight designs, miniaturized options.
Technical Specifications
Telephone Plugs and Jacks
| Product Name | Mil-Spec Designation | Conductors | Contact Type | Description | Insertion Force (max) | Withdrawal Force | Contact Resistance | Insulation Resistance | Dielectric Withstanding Voltage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP-120 | 4 | Nickel-Plated Brass | 1-Piece contacts molded into a plastic body. | 13 lbs | 6 -10 lbs | .02 | 1,000 m | 500 V RMS | |
| TP-108 | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | 8-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Plug | ||||||
| TPSJ-101 | 4 | Monel and Nickel-Plated BeCu | Telephone Plug with DPDT slide switch and MJ-101 jack section | ||||||
| TP-101 | U-174/U, M9177/2-1 | 4 | Monel | 1-Piece contacts molded into a plastic body. | |||||
| TP-120-5 | 4 | Nickel-Plated Brass | No plastic housing and strain relief clip; for custom molding directly to cable | ||||||
| TP-105 | U-384/U, M642/14-01 | 5 | Monel | 1-Piece contacts molded into a red plastic body. | |||||
| TP-120-7 | 4 | Nickel-Plated Brass | No plastic housing; for custom molding directly to cable | ||||||
| TP-106 | 6 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | 6-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Plug | ||||||
| TP-102 | U-93A/U, M9177/1-1 | 4 | Nickel-Plated Brass | 1-piece contacts molded into a plastic body; accommodates larger cable diameter | |||||
| TJ-102 | U-92A/U, M9177/3-1 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | In-Line Jack; Contacts molded into a plastic body; accommodates larger cable diameter | |||||
| TJ-105 | U-385/U, M641/22-01 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | In-Line Jack; contacts molded into a red plastic body | |||||
| TJ-106 | 6 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | In-Line 6-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Jack | ||||||
| TJ-108 | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | In-Line 8-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Jack | ||||||
| TJG-120 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Flange Rear-Mounted Jack; with an extra contact added in a normally open circuit with the #1 contact. Insertion of a 4-conductor plug closes the #1-5 contact circuit. | ||||||
| TJT-120 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Threaded Front-Mounted Jack; with an extra contact added in a normally open circuit with the #1 contact. Insertion of a 4-conductor plug closes the #1-5 contact circuit. | ||||||
| TJST-120 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Threaded Front-Mounted Jack | ||||||
| TJ-101 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | In-Line Jack; Contacts molded into a plastic body | ||||||
| TJ-105 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Flange Rear-Mounted Jack | ||||||
| TJ-106 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Flange Rear-Mounted Jack; with an extra contact added in a normally closed circuit with the #1 contact. Insertion of a 4-conductor plug closes the #1-5 contact circuit. | ||||||
| TJ-108 | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | 8-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Jack | ||||||
| TJS-102 | U-94/U, M9177/5-2 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Combines a TJ-102 type jack with a momentary contact push-button switch and clothing clip | |||||
| TJS-105 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Combines a TJ-105 type jack with a momentary contact push-button switch and clothing clip | ||||||
| TJS-106 | 6 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Telephone Jack Switch, Biaxial Shielded, 6 Conductors | ||||||
| TJS-108 | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Telephone Jack Switch, Biaxial Shielded, 8 Conductors | ||||||
| TJSS-106 | 6 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Telephone Jack, 2 Switches, Biaxial Shielded, 6 | ||||||
| TJSS-108 | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Telephone Jack, 2 switches, Biaxial Shielded, 8 | ||||||
| TJT-102 | M9177/4-1 | 4 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Front Panel-Mounted version of TJ-102 | |||||
| TJT-105 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Threaded Front-Mounted Jack; with red plastic body | ||||||
| TJT-125 | 5 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Threaded Front-Mounted Jack; threaded mounting is contact #5 | ||||||
| TJ-106PM | 6 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Panel Mount 6-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Jack | ||||||
| TJ-108PM | 8 | Nickel-Plated Brass and BeCu | Panel Mount 8-Conductor Biaxial Shielded Jack |
M55116 Audio & M55116 Type Audio Connectors
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Shell Material | Stainless Steel, 303, Passivated |
| Mating | Bayonet Coupling |
| Mating Cycles | 3,000 |
| Temperature Range | -55C to +85C |
| Insert Material | Thermoset Plastic |
| Contacts | Gold-plated Brass / Silver-plated BeCu (Springs) |
| Current Rating | 0.5 amperes |
| Voltage Rating | 60V max |
| Contact Depression | 1.25-1.75 lbs per contact |
| Contact Resistance | .050 max |
| Insulation Resistance | 1000 megaohms min (unmated after immersion: not less than 100 megaohms) |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (Sea Level) | 500V RMS |
| Water Immersion | 6 feet of water up to 48 hours (mated & unmated) |
M55116 Type Right-Angle Plug Connectors (AP-RA Series)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Back-end | 90 for cable redirection, saving space |
| Indexing | 13 positions within 180 spectrum |
| Contact Types | Molded-in pin contacts with standard solder cup or crimp-style terminals |
| Self-Cleaning Feature | Contacts provide self-cleaning and eliminate issues with open contacts |
| Wire Strain Relief | Accommodates .165 to .325 cable diameters |
| Options | 5- or 6-contacts (solder or crimp), over-molded versions |
TAC Connectors (Miniature M55116-Type)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Size | 50% smaller than standard M55116 connectors |
| Contact Types | Standard plugs have rigid contacts; jacks have spring-loaded contacts |
| Self-Cleaning Feature | Molded-in spring loaded contacts |
| Wire Strain Relief | Accommodates .125 and .250 cable diameter |
| Shell Styles | In-Line Plug, Panel-Mount Plug, In-Line Jack, Panel Mount Jack |
| Number of Contacts | 6-pin, 7-pin, 10-pin |
| In-Line Rear Accessories | Wire Strain Relief, Over-Molded |
| Contact Types | Solder Cup, PCB |
Watertight Breakaway Connectors (AP- and AJ- Series)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Watertight Depth | Up to 6 feet of water |
| Contact Feature | Molded-on wiping-action contacts (self-cleaning) |
| Available Versions | 7-Pin and 10-Pin, shielded, miniature (50% smaller) |
| Contact Types | Solder-type, insulation-piercing (field replaceable) |
| Shell Material | Aluminum |
| Plating | Black Anodize (standard); Black Chrome (shielded) |
| Insert Material | Thermoset Plastic |
| Contacts | Gold-plated Brass (Jacks) / Gold-plated BeCu (Plugs) |
| Mating | Axial push-pull motion |
| Engagement Force | 14 lbs |
| Disengagement Force | 8-12 lbs. (Standard); 5-12 lbs. (Miniature) |
| Mating Cycles | 5000 (Standard); 3000 (Miniature) |
| Temperature Range | -55C to +85C |
| Contact Current Capacity | 2 amps maximum |
| Contact Resistance | 150 mV |
Microphone Plugs and Jacks
| Product Name | Mil-Spec Designation | Conductors | Contact Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MP-101 | U-173/U | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-pin Microphone Plug; nylon body |
| MP-103 | U-179A/U | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; nylon body with button release |
| MJ-101 | 3 | Nickel-Plated BeCu (x2) Brass (x1) | 2-pin Microphone Plug; nylon body | |
| MJ-102 | U-172/U | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; nylon body |
| MJ-103 | JJ-055 | 3 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; nylon body with button release |
| MJ-112 | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; nylon body with button release | |
| MJ-113 | 3 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 3-conductor Microphone Jack; nylon body | |
| MJ-122 | JJ-055 | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; glass-filled nylon body |
| MJ-132 | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; glass-filled nylon body, used with smaller diameter cable | |
| MJS-103 | 3 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | Microphone Jack Switch - functions as a selector switch to choose either a boom microphone or a gas mask microphone by use of the switch lever. | |
| OMJ-101 | 2 | Nickel-Plated BeCu | 2-conductor Microphone Jack; designed for over-molding |
MIL-C-8805/3 Push Button Switches
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Rating (Resistive) | 10 amps at 115 vac |
| AC Rating (Inductive) | 5 amps at 115 vac |
| AC Rating (Lamp) | 3 amps at 115 vac |
| DC Rating (Resistive) | 10 amps at 28 vdc |
| DC Rating (Inductive) | 5 amps at 28 vdc |
| DC Rating (Lamp) | 3 amps at 28 vdc |
| Type 7 Contact Arrangement Rating | One half amperage |
| Mechanical Life | 500,000 cycles |
| Action | Momentary snap or push-pull (as specified) |
| Plunger Travel | .085 inch (approx.) |
| Operating Force (Ser. 20 & 30 Momentary) | 3 to 5 pounds |
| Operating Force (Ser. 20 & 30 Push-Pull) | 1/2 to 2 pounds |
| Operating Force (Ser. 22 & 32) | 2 to 3 pounds |
| Weight | 050 pound maximum |
| Case Material | Aluminum alloy. 2001 - T3, anodized |
| Plunger Material | Glass filled nylon |
| Body Material | Diallyl phthalate |
| Terminals | Threaded 2-56 NC-2B |
| Terminal Hardware | Solder-type wire terminals, with terminal mounting screws and lockwashers |
| Mounting (Basic) | 1/2-32 UN- 2B nut and internal tooth lockwasher |
| Mounting (with adapter C,F,G or H) | 5/8-24 UNEF-2B nut and internal tooth lockwasher |
Hydro-Switch (MIL-S-8805/3 Type Watertight Switches)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Water Submersion Rating | IP68 |
| AC Rating (Resistive) | 10 amps at 115 vac |
| AC Rating (Inductive) | 5 amps at 115 vac |
| AC Rating (Lamp) | 3 amps at 115 vac |
| DC Rating (Resistive) | 10 amps at 28 vdc |
| DC Rating (Inductive) | 5 amps at 28 vdc |
| DC Rating (Lamp) | 3 amps at 28 vdc |
| Type 7 Contact Arrangement Rating | One half amperage |
| Mechanical Life | 500,000 cycles |
| Action | Momentary snap or push-pull (as specified) |
| Plunger Travel | .085 inch (approx.) |
| Operating Force (Ser. 20 & 30 Momentary) | 3 to 5 pounds |
| Operating Force (Ser. 20 & 30 Push-Pull) | 1/2 to 2 pounds |
| Operating Force (Ser. 22 & 32) | 2 to 3 pounds |
| Weight | 050 pound maximum |
| Case Material | Aluminum alloy. 2001 - T3, anodized |
| Plunger Material | Glass filled nylon |
| Body Material | Diallyl phthalate |
| Terminals | Threaded 2-56 NC-2B |
| Terminal Hardware | Solder-type wire terminals, with terminal mounting screws and lockwashers |
| Mounting (Basic) | 1/2-32 UN- 2B nut and internal tooth lockwasher |
| Mounting (with adapter C,F,G or H) | 5/8-24 UNEF-2B nut and internal tooth lockwasher |
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