Space
Glenair has been providing Space-Grade Interconnect Solutions since the earliest manned space flights. We understand the highly specialised mechanical, electrical and optical performance requirements for data, video and communications in exoatmospheric vehicles.
Space-Grade Connector and Interconnect Cable Solutions
Space-rated connectors, cables and electro-mechanical devices are a unique class of highly-regulated interconnect technologies that utilize specialised materials, processing and testing to insure reliable performance during launch and throughout operation.
Space launch vehicles and payloads are subjected to shock, vibration, and acoustic stress factors which can damage interconnect systems – particularly if material strength, mating retention forces, contact retention technologies or other design elements of connector/cable components are inadequate for peak and/or sustained levels of mechanical stress.
Glenair Space Systems GSS, Salem, Germany Space-Grade Cable Harness Design and Assembly Facility with ESA/NASA IPC Certification
Glenair has been providing Space-Grade Interconnect Solutions since the earliest manned space flights
The overriding concern for space-grade interconnects is reliability. When millions of pounds worth of equipment is at stake—not to mention invaluable human cargo when brave and talented women and men take flight—interconnect components have to work with assured reliability and safety every time.
Micro D Connectors
Glenair’s Complete Micro-D Product Line includes Solder Cup, Pre-Wired or PCB versions. Glenair Micro-D connectors always use TwistPin Contacts for high performance.
Nano D Connectors
The smallest and lightest mil-qualified connector series. The Nano range is ideally suited for rugged defence and aerospace wire-to-board applications.
Ultraminiature Circular Connectors
Save Size and Weight, and Improve Performance with Glenair Micro-Miniature Interconnects, Including Industry-Leading Mighty Mouse and SuperFly Solutions.
Hermetic Connectors
Hermetic connectors are a special class of Mil /Aero interconnect that incorporates glass-to-metal or other highly-engineered sealing technology. Hermetic connectors are specified for applications as divergent as submarines and orbiting satellites.
Filter Connectors
EMI/RFI filter connectors incorporate electronic circuitry (capacitors) to strip line signals of unwanted RF or HRF noise that could potentially impact electronic equipment or system performance.
Connector Backshells
The World’s Most Complete Selection with Lightning Fast (Same-day!) Availability. Nowhere in the world, under one roof, does anyone manufacture and supply such a complete selection of commercial and military backshell connector accessories
Braided Shielding and Ground Straps
The world’s most innovative line of metal, monofilament non-metallic, and microfilament composite and stainless steel braiding solutions for environmental, mechanical, and EMC shielding in interconnect cable assemblies
Wire and Cable
Our line of mil-grade and protocol specific wire and cable includes Mil-Spec and commercial variants of commonly specified M22759 type multi-conductor shielded cabling, as well as a full range of fibre optic, and special-purpose power cables. Best of all, Glenair high-performance wire and cable is offered in short runs with no length or value minimums. Fast turnaround — up to and including stock — is our model.
Electrical Contacts
Glenair brings a new perspective to the supply of high-performance Mil-Spec and commercial electrical contacts: High Availability! Whether you need a standard duty socket contact for a MIL-DTL-28840 connector or a short-run of shielded Quadrax, we have you covered with products that are always in stock
Cable Assembly Solutions
Glenair has been a go-to cable house for high-performance interconnect cable assemblies for more than 50 years. We specialise in delivering terminated, tested cable harnesses and assemblies with 100% reliability and quality control. We offer complete, bespoke cable assembly services from design engineering to fabrication and test.
Flex Assembly Solutions
Flex Circuit Assemblies are an alternative to standard wire in electrical interconnect systems. Designed to reduce size and weight, flex circuits utilise thin layers of polymer film as a dielectric sandwiched between conductive circuit patterns etched into layers of copper foil cladding.
High Speed Datalink Connectors
High-speed connectors and contacts are optimized for compatible performance with popular data transmission protocols.
Circular Connectors
Glenair has been a qualified supplier of MIL-DTL-38999 solutions for over a decade. All our Mil-Aero connector technologies are 100% first world manufactured, with zero material, component part or labour sourced in China, Mexico or other off-shore environments.
Rectangular Connectors
Glenair manufactures all of the popular industry-standard rectangular connectors used in military, aerospace and other high reliability applications, including special high-performance versions of the M24308 D-Sub and our revolutionary Series 79 Micro-Crimp connector.
Fibre Optic Termini
Our fibre optic contacts are universally recognized to provide consistent performance with extremely low dB loss. We are the supplier of choice for some of the world’s most advanced fibre optic systems, including the revolutionary F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
SuperNine® MT Fiber Optic Connectors
Ruggedized, High-Density MT Ferrule Fiber Optics in Aerospace-Grade MIL-DTL-38999 Connectors
MT fiber optic ferrules are super-high-density commercial interconnect inserts that accommodate up to 24 fibers in a compact and lightweight package.
MT fiber optic ferrules are super-high-density commercial interconnect inserts that accommodate up to 24 fibers in a compact and lightweight package.
High-Speed Ultraminiature Rectangular Connectors
Multi-Port Rectangular Connector for High-Speed Wire-to-Board Applications
SuperNine® Advanced Performance MIL-DTL-38999 Series III
The Series 23 SuperNine® advanced performance MIL-DTL-38999 connector series rolls up many of the technology advances Glenair has pioneered in our environmental, hermetic, and filter connectors into a comprehensive high-performance MILDTL-38999 Series III solution.
Glass-to-Metal Seal Hermetic Connectors
Hermetic connectors are a special class of sealed Mil /Aero interconnect that incorporates glass-to-metal or other highly engineered sealing technology. Hermetic seal connectors are specified for applications as divergent as submarines and orbiting satellites. They are deployed to resist moisture ingress in underground applications and to withstand pressure differentials in vacuum chambers, laboratory equipment and commercial and military aircraft.
CODE RED™ Lightweight Hermetic Sealing Connectors
CODE RED™ is an innovative sealing encapsulant and application process — invented by Glenair — that provides durable hermetic sealing in a lightweight aluminium package. CODE RED™ allows for the use of conventional gold-plated copper alloy contacts, significantly improving electrical performance.
Special Hermetic Connectors
Glenair excels in the rapid prototyping and development of custom hermetic connectors from initial concept to finished parts, our factory is fully self-sufficient and can produce highly reliable, rugged interconnects machined from stainless steel, Inconel®, or kovar®. Our expertise extends to the design of high-density interconnects to resolve gas, moisture, and particle ingress problems.
