Glenair Backshells: Outstanding Performance

and Availability

Common Connector Problems and Solutions

Problem

Environmental Damage

Electromagnetic Interference

Mechanical Damage to Conductors

Mechanical Damage to Pins and Threads

Connector-to-Cable Routing

Cable and Conduit Integration

Solution

Cable Sealing Backshells and Protective Covers

EMI/RFI Shield (Screen) Termination Backshells

Strain-Relief Backshells

Protective Covers and Boots

Multiple Angle and Profile Backshells

Transition Fittings and Adapters

Why Connectors Need Backshells

Backshells and Accessories for Every Application

Glenair Circular Connector Backshells and Accessories

Mil-Spec Backshells and Connector Accessories

Rectangular Connector Backshells

Composite Thermoplastic Connector Accessories

Backshell Assembly Tools, Banding Tools and Accessories

Glenair Backshell Product Lines

AS85049, M24758, M28840, M38999 and Other Military Specifications

NO GAPS: Glenair has every QPL with most slash sheets in stock

Use Wall Chart for Scratch Selection Use Part Number Index to Match Part

Number and Catalog Page Use Military Part Number Reference

Guide to Cross Mil-Spec Numbers to Glenair Commercial Series Parts

Internet: QwikCreate Part Number Builder and NSN Cross Reference

Specifying Mil-Spec Backshells

Ref: Big Red Book of Backshells

Glenair Product Code/Product Series System 310 – Shrink Boot Adapter 360 - Non-Environmental Strain-Relief Backshell 370 - Environmental Strain Relief Backshell 380 - Non-Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells 390 - Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells 440 - Banding and Crimp Ring Adapters 450 - Qwik-Ty Strain-Reliefs 620 – Strain-Reliefs 660 – Protective Covers

Glenair Circular Connector Backshell Part Number Systems

Cable Sealing Backshell Designs

Three Basic Options

Submersible: Cable sealing grommet, follower and backshell counterbore provides immersion protection to 2 meters.

Water-Tight: Integrated cable sealing grommet provides immersion protection to one meter.

Splash-Proof: light duty design provides moisture and dust resistance only

EMI/RFI Backshell Designs Glenair Supports Every Industry-Standard Design

Single and Multiple Conical Rings

Crimp Rings

Banding Terminations

Castellated or Splined Rings

Lampbase Thread Rings

Radial Compression Springs

Integrated Shield Socks

Magnaforming

Tinel Lock-Rings

Band-it Shield Termination System

Fast and reliable RFI/EMI/EMP shield termination

No welding, soldering, crimping or magna-forming required - fully field repairable shield terminations

Fast, highly reliable terminations virtually eliminate EMI leakage and pass severe shock, vibration and thermal tests

“One size fits all” tool and band design provides unmatched flexibility

In stock and ready for same-day shipment

Cable Strain-Relief Designs Matching the Technology to the Application

Straight and Angled Designs

Light, Medium and Heavy-Duty Saddle Bars

Qwik-Tys

QwikClamps

Others

Backshell Angle and Profile Critical Step in Cable Routing Design

Standard Profile

Low Profile

Full Radius Profile

Low Profile Split Shell

Ultra Low Profile Split Shell

Straight, 45 and 90 Degree

Backshell-to-Connector Coupling Five Basic Designs

Direct Coupling

Rotatable Coupling

Self-Locking Rotatable Coupling

Positive-Lock (NESTOR) Non-Detent Coupling

Composite “G-Load” Coupling

Complete Backshell Support for All Rectangular Connector Families

MIL-C-24308 MIL-C-81659

Configuration MIL-C-83733 ARINC Series 600 MIL-DTL-83513 Cannon Series 400 MIL-C-83527/A All the Rest

Rectangular Backshells

For advanced weight savings to corrosion protection

Weight savings: 40% over aluminum Corrosion protection: unlimited Inherent shock and vibration dampening Reduced magnetic and acoustic

signatures (stealth) Cadmium free Flame resistant, chemical resistant and

high-temperature tolerant Dimensionally stable Accepts plating for EMI/RFI protection

Composite Thermoplastic Designs

The bread and butter of accessory specification

Product Series Connector Designator Angle and Profile Basic Part Number Finish Symbol Shell Size Cable Diameter Strain Relief Style Length of Part Other: Drain holes,

attachment lengths, special modifications

Part Number Development

Internet-Based Automated Part Number Development

Build or analyze part numbers via a simple menu interface

Generate printable document with all relevant dimensional data

Link to catalog page for additional information

Automatically select for Style 2 cable entry

Link to on-line order entry

QwikCreate

Backshell Assembly and Connector Holding Tools

Full 360o gripping surface of backshell coupling nuts and connector plugs and receptacles

For production and field maintenance Manual and pneumatic hand tools,

strap wrenches and torque wrenches M83507/15-01, TG70 and TG80

circular connector tools Complete kits and/or individual tools

and parts In stock and ready for same-day

shipment

Full-Service, High-Availability Interconnect Solutions

Full Spectrum Product Lines —No Gaps

Fast, Personal Response to RFQ’s Vertically Integrated Factory

No Third World Subs Same Day Availability for 45,000+

Commercial and Mil-Spec Accessories

Worldwide Service and Support

Glenair’s Position in the Marketplace