High frequency contacts Amphenol 21-033101-027 suitable for C4ISR systems requiring electrical performance
Amphenol Aerospace High Frequency Contacts
Amphenol Aerospace offers a comprehensive range of high-frequency contacts designed for superior electrical performance and reliable interconnection in demanding applications. These contacts provide high-speed data transfer, operate in high-frequency conditions, and offer excellent EMI capability. They are ideal for integration into MIL-DTL-38999 circular connectors, as well as other Amphenol connector series. Typical markets include Military & Commercial Aviation, Military Vehicles, Missiles & Ordnance, and C4ISR.
- Brand: Amphenol Aerospace
- Certifications: MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-22992
- Material: Gold plated over nickel on mating parts (standard)
Product Categories:
- Coaxial Contacts: Available in sizes 4, 8, 12, & 16. Offer RF/microwave performance and shielding. High-frequency variants are available up to 40 GHz with "Float Mount" technology. Matched impedance options are available for 50 and 75 Ohm applications.
- Concentric Twinax Contacts: Available in sizes 8 & 12. Designed for protection from magnetic and electrostatic interference, including nuclear electromagnetic pulse. Suitable for MIL-STD-1553B data bus applications.
- Triax Contacts: Available in sizes 8, 10, & 12. Provide additional shielding for triax cable applications.
- Quadrax Contacts: Available in size 8. Feature four inner contacts forming two 100 or 150 Ohm matched impedance differential pairs. Suitable for high data rates and protocols like Ethernet and Fibre Channel. New "Split-Pair" Quadrax contacts offer enhanced bandwidth up to 6.5 Gbps per pair.
- Differential Twinax Contacts: Available in size 8. Feature two inner contacts forming one 100 or 150 Ohm matched impedance differential pair. Suitable for high data transfer rates.
- Transition Adapters: Available for Quadrax and Differential Twinax contacts to facilitate launching controlled impedance signals to printed circuit boards. Styles include straight and 90 receptacles, threaded, and cable-to-board options. Micro D-Twinax transition adapters feature a push-pull quick disconnect.
- PC Tail Contacts: Available for Coax, Twinax, and Triax applications, providing direct PCB attachment.
Technical Specifications
| Contact Type | Size | Impedance | Frequency Range | Typical Applications | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Frequency Coax | 8, 12, 16 | 50 Ohm | DC to 40 GHz | Microwave transmission lines | "Float Mount" technology; MIL-STD-348 interfaces |
| Matched Impedance Coax | 12 | 50 Ohm | DC to 3 GHz | RF/Microwave, High Frequency | Captivated inner contact; suitable for 90-degree cable bends |
| Quadrax | 8 | 100 / 150 Ohm | Up to 1.25 GHz (standard) / Up to 6.5 Gbps (Split-Pair) | Ethernet (100 Base-T, 1000 Base-T, 10GBASE-T), Fibre Channel, USB 2.0/3.0, PCI-Express 2.0, HDMI 1.3a, SATA 2.0 | Two differential pairs; requires modified MIL-DTL-38999 connector |
| Differential Twinax | 8 | 100 / 150 Ohm | Up to 1.25 GHz | High speed data transfer | One differential pair; requires modified MIL-DTL-38999 connector |
| Concentric Twinax | 8, 12 | N/A | 030 MHz (Size 12) / 020 MHz (Size 8) | MIL-STD-1553B Data Bus | Protection from magnetic and electrostatic interference |
| Triax | 8, 10, 12 | N/A | Size 12: 0-30 MHz; Size 10: 0-300 MHz; Size 8: 0-500 MHz | Triax cable applications | Three conductors for enhanced shielding |
| Coax (Standard MIL-DTL-5015/22992) | 4, 8, 12 | N/A (non-impedance matched) | Varies by size and cable | General duty and environmentally resistant applications | Pre-installed in connectors |
Contact Amphenol Aerospace for more information at 800-678-0141 or visit www.amphenol-aerospace.com.
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