Souriau D38999 Series III Connectors

Souriau D38999 Series III Connectors are also called 8D series and are highly reliable connectors compliant with the main MIL-spec standards (MIL-DTL-38999 series III, EN3645, BACC63, CECC) and are suitable for most stringent requirements in harsh environments. These connectors are available in 5 high-end materials and 5 platings (8D aluminum, 8D composite, 8D titanium, 8D stainless steel, and 8D bronze). The connectors have a patented self-locking mechanism, visual mating indication, scoop proof, quick screw coupling, and 360° shielding. D38999 backshells and connectors find applications in civil aviation, defense turret weapon, and ground army equipment.

Feature

  • 8D part numbering for commercial cost-effective solution
  • 54 QPL layouts are available in accordance with MIL-STD-1560
  • Available in 5 high-end materials and 5 platings
  • Compliant to the main standards (MIL-DTL-38999 series III, EN3645, BACC63, CECC)
  • Concrete RoHS alternative to cadmium
  • Contact protection
  • D38999, EN3645 or BACC63 standard part numbering
  • EMI shielding
  • Quick coupling - 11/4 turn to mate
  • Self-locking coupling mechanism
  • Visual mating indication

Applications

  • Civil aeronautics
  • Civil aviation
  • Defense
  • Defense turret weapon
  • Ground military
  • Industrial railway
  • Marine
  • Military aeronautics

Technical Specifications

Parameters Values
Operating temperature range -55°C to +175°C
-55°C to +200°C
Endurance 500 mating/unmating cycles
Shell continuity  1mΩ, 2.5mΩ
Insulation resistance at 500VDC ≥5000mΩ
Contact resistance 2mΩ to 14.6mΩ