coaxial contacts Amphenol 21-033385-031 engineered for RF microwave shielding and harsh environments
Product Overview
Amphenol Aerospace offers a comprehensive range of high-frequency contacts designed for demanding applications in military and commercial aviation, military vehicles, missiles, and C4ISR systems. These contacts, including coaxial, twinax, triax, quadrax, and differential twinax types, are engineered for superior electrical performance, high data transfer rates, and excellent EMI compatibility. They are primarily designed for integration into MIL-DTL-38999 circular connectors but are also compatible with other Amphenol connector series and meet stringent industry standards for harsh environments.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Amphenol Aerospace
- Certifications: MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-22992, SAE AS39029
- Material: Gold plated over nickel on mating parts (standard)
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Description | Contact Sizes | Impedance | Frequency Range | Data Rate | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coaxial Contacts | Shielded contacts for RF/microwave and shielded wire applications. Offer shielding protection and RF/microwave performance. | Sizes 4, 8, 12 & 16 | 50/75 Ohm (matched impedance variants available) | DC to 40 GHz (specific variants) | N/A | Shielding integrity, space and weight savings, may be mixed with power contacts. "Float Mount" technology for consistent microwave performance. |
| Concentric Twinax Contacts | Designed for protection from magnetic and electrostatic interference, including nuclear electromagnetic pulse. Maintain shield integrity. | Sizes 8 & 12 | 77-100 Ohm | 030 MHz (Size 12), 020 MHz (Size 8) | N/A | Scoop-proof pins, crimp terminable to twisted shielded cable, suitable for MIL-STD-1553B applications. |
| Triax Contacts | Provide additional shielding when terminated to triax cable. Features three conductors separated by dielectric insulation for isolated ground planes and improved shielding. | Sizes 8, 10 & 12 | 50/75 Ohm | Size 12: 0-30 MHz, Size 10: 0-300 MHz, Size 8: 0-500 MHz | N/A | Crimp termination, can be mixed with coax, twinax, and power contacts. |
| Quadrax Contacts | Four strategically spaced inner contacts form two 100 or 150 Ohm matched impedance differential pairs. Ideal for high data transfer rates and low power consumption. | Size 8 | 100/150 Ohm | Up to 1.25 GHz (standard), up to 6.5 Gbps per pair (Split-Pair) | Exceeding 2.5 Gbps (standard), up to 6.5 Gbps per pair (Split-Pair) | Controlled impedance, excellent EMI compatibility, available in crimp or PC tail termination. Requires modified MIL-DTL-38999 connector. |
| Differential Twinax Contacts | Two strategically spaced inner contacts form one 100 or 150 Ohm matched impedance differential pair. Designed for high data transfer rates and low power consumption. | Size 8 | 100/150 Ohm | Up to 1.25 GHz | Exceeding 2.5 Gbps | Controlled impedance, excellent EMI compatibility, available in crimp or PC tail termination. Requires modified MIL-DTL-38999 connector. |
| PC Tail Contacts (Coax, Twinax, Triax, Quadrax) | Designed for direct connection to printed circuit boards, offering a cost-effective packaging solution for limited space applications. | Coax: 8, 12, 16; Twinax: 8, 10, 12; Triax: 8 (socket only); Quadrax: 8 | N/A | Up to 500 MHz (Coax/Triax), 0-20 MHz (Twinax) | N/A | Factory pre-assembled, standardized termination to PCB. |
| Transition Adapters (Quadrax, Differential Twinax) | Facilitate launching of controlled impedance signals to printed circuit boards. Available in threaded or cable-to-board styles, 90 or straight receptacles. | N/A | 100/150 Ohm | N/A | N/A | Matched impedance, push-pull quick disconnect options available for Micro D-Twinax adapters. |
| Matched Impedance Coaxial Contacts | Specifically designed for RF/microwave, high-frequency, and high-performance requirements. Feature a captivated inner contact for durability in bent cable applications. | Size 12, 8 | 50/75 Ohm | 03 GHz (up to 40 GHz for specific variants) | N/A | Low VSWR, low insertion loss, ideal for MIL-STD-1760 applications. |
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