Amphenol Aerospace MIL-DTL-38999 Connectors
For Military, Aerospace and Harsh Environments
Heilind Electronics is an authorized distributor for Amphenol Aerospace, which manufactures the largest selection of MIL-DTL-38999 connectors in the world. Fully QPL’d, these robust subminiature connectors are designed to meet the most stringent requirements of the military and aerospace industry.
Our Amphenol Aerospace MIL-DTL-38999 line includes Series I, II, and III, as well as a wide range of tailored and derivative products. We offer value-added assembly on all of our MIL-DTL-38999 connectors.
We also offer Amphenol Aerospace MIL-DTL-38999 Series I, II & III connectors with PC tail contacts. These high-density PCB connectors are lightweight, compact, and environmentally resistant. Series III is available with clinch nuts for fast and secure mounting.
MIL-DTL-38999 Series I - LJT Connectors
Amphenol® MIL-DTL-38999 Series I Connectors were developed to meet the needs of the aerospace industry and provided the impetus for the development of the MIL-C-38999 specifications, which later was superseded by MIL-DTL-38999. Amphenol’s MIL-DTL-38999 Series I and commercial LJT series connectors meet or exceed the Mil-Spec requirements and are available in aluminum or stainless steel as well as several different finish options.
Part Prefix: MS27*, LJT*, JT
Key Features & Benefits:
- Lightweight, Space Saving Design
- Contact Protection – 100% scoop-proof design prevents bent pins and short circuits during mating
- Quick Positive Coupling – 3 point bayonet lock system
- Mismating Eliminated – with 5 key/keyway design
- Error Proof Alternate Positioning – insured by different key/ keyway locations
- EMI Shielding – grounding fingers standard
- Nine Shell Sizes and a Variety of Shell Styles
- Contact Options – size 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 22M and 22D Crimp, Solder, PCB, Wire wrap, Coax, Twinax, Triax, Thermocouple, Fiber Optic and Filter
- Fixed Solder Contacts – Amphenol MIL-DTL-38999 Series I LJT are available in solder versions as both Commercial and Military qualified to MIL-DTL-27599
- “Breakaway” Lanyard Release Style – available in LJT plugs. Provides quick disconnect of the connector plug and receptacle with axial pull on the lanyard.
- Inventory Support Commonality – uses standard MIL-DTL-38999 contacts, insert arrangements and application tools.
- RoHS Compliant Product Available – Consult Amphenol Aerospace Operations.
MIL-DTL-38999 Series II - JT Connectors
Amphenol® MIL-DTL-38999 Series II Connectors were developed to meet the needs of the aerospace industry and provided the impetus for the development of the MIL-C-38999 specifications, which later was superseded by MIL-DTL-38999. Amphenol’s MIL-DTL-38999 Series II and commercial JT series connectors meet or exceed the Mil-Spec requirements and are available in aluminum or stainless steel as well as several different finish options.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Lightweight, Space Saving Design
- Quick Positive Coupling – 3 point bayonet lock system
- Mismating Eliminated – with 5 key/keyway design
- Error Proof Alternate Positioning – insured by different key/ keyway locations
- EMI Shielding – grounding fingers optional
- Nine Shell Sizes and a Variety of Shell Styles
- Contact Options – size 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 22M and 22D Crimp, Solder, PCB, Wire wrap, Coax, Twinax, Triax, Thermocouple, Fiber Optic and Filter
- Fixed Solder Contacts – available in solder versions as both Commercial and Military qualified to MIL-DTL-27599
- Inventory Support Commonality – uses standard MIL-DTL-38999 contacts, insert arrangements and application tools.
- RoHS Compliant Product Available – Consult Amphenol Aerospace Operations.
Tri-Start MIL-DTL-38999 Series III - TV Connectors
Amphenol® Tri-Start MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors offer the highest performance capabilities for both general duty and severe environment applications. Meeting or exceeding MIL-DTL-38999 Series III requirements, Amphenol’s Tri-Start connector is available in aluminum, stainless steel or composite with several finish options.
Plating options include cadmium olive drab, zinc cobalt, electroless nickel, and RoHS-compliant black zinc nickel
Part Prefix: D38999*, TV*, CT*, MTV*
Key Features & Benefits:
- Aluminum, Stainless Steel, and Composite shells
- EMI Shielding: solid metal-to-metal coupling, grounding fingers provide superior EMI shielding
- 100% scoop-proof connector minimizes potential contact damage – Improved interfacial seal design
- Stainless steel or cadmium over nickel plating withstand a 500-hour salt spray exposure
- Operates under severe high-temperature vibration, through 392 °F (200 °C)
- Firewall Capability
- Unique, self-locking, quick coupling connector eliminates lockwiring
- Stainless Steel qualified to BACC63DB and BACC63DC specifications
MIL-DTL-38999 Class G Space Grade Connectors
Heilind now has the capability to value-add outgassed connectors for Amphenol D38999 series III.
These connectors are “space grade” as they are baked in a high temperature, high vacuum oven to remove potentially harmful substances before being launched into space. These connectors meet NASA and military specifications.
Applications:
- LEO Satellites
- Manned/Unmanned Space Vehicles
- Robotics
- Launch Systems
- Mission Control
Part identification and lead time:
- Military part numbers – D38999/*G, otherwise known as “G Class”
- Commercial part numbers beginning LJT, JT, or TV ending with a suffix of “453” or “467”
- Lead time for stock to build connectors is 15 days
