Rhino 38999 connectors Rhino 38999 military off-theshelf ( MOTS ) connectors combine the benefits of field proven MIL-DTL-38999 series III circular connectors with low resistance RADSOK ® power contacts . This makes them ideal for high power and high voltage applications in harsh environments .
These connectors encompass many key features required in the military sector , such as shock and vibration in accordance with DEF-STAN 00- 35 Iss 4 Ch2 01 , a Black Zinc Nickel plating that is compliant with restriction of hazardous substances ( RoHS ) requirements and provides over 500 hours of salt spray endurance and IP68 mated and unmated .
Rhino 38999 MOTS connectors feature a hyperbolic contact design that results in low contact
Electrical connectors used in military applications , such as manned ground vehicles and unmanned autonomous guided vehicles , must often tolerate extreme and harsh conditions .
resistance and high contact endurance , while delivering a high current carrying capacity of up to 1,000 A . Furthermore , Rhino 38999 connectors offer IP2X finger protection in accordance with BS EN 60529 mechanical finger and deliver 360˚ screening facilitated with straight or 90˚ EMC backshell . The superior EMC performance of
Rhino 38999 connectors compared to traditional connector solutions enables equipment to meet the requirements of military EMC specifications such as DEF STAN 59- 411 and MIL-STD-461 .
All of these features combine to offer reliable performance in the most challenging environments and ensure operational success , which are the key requirements of the military sector .
PEI-Genesis supplies Amphenol Rhino connectors and can support customers in the military sector who need guidance on connector specification for a given application . To find out more about PEI-Genesis ’ Mil-Spec and rugged military connectors , visit www . peigenesis . com / en / military / military-connectors . html or contact its UK team on + 44 ( 0 ) 23 8062 1260 .
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