Amphenol Socapex PowerSafe MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors

Amphenol Socapex PowerSafe MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors were developed to transfer high power (500V) in harsh environments with full safety for the user. The circular connectors offer an IP28 rating, tested pressure watertight (48h, under 2m water), and allows a finger test for socket contacts and inserts. Depending on the shell and backshell plating option, the PowerSafe connectors operate in a temperature range as low as -65°C and up to +200°C. The Amphenol Socapex PowerSafe MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors are ideal for use in defense, avionics, and harsh industrial markets.

Features

Qualified VG96944
First mate/last break – one protective contact linked to the shell
Last mate/first break – one pilot contact with breaking capacity that allows current flow in the phase and neutral contacts through a relay

In accordance with the standard for power equipment
IP28 rating – finger test for socket contacts and socket inserts, pressure watertight (48h, under 2m of water)
Homogeneity with standard MIL-DTL-38999 III connectors when power is needed on the equipment (same panel drilling)

Applications

I/O power for boxes
Power connectors spread on the field (drums)
Electrical power generator

Specifications

500 cycle durability
3 arrangements, 13/17/25 shell size
60g sine vibrations
≤100mΩ protective contact resistance
Temperature ranges
- -65°C to +175°C for ODC and BZN platings
- -65°C to +200°C for nickel-plated, bronze, or stainless steel options
Pilot contact
- 0.5A contact rating
- 60V AC or DC operating voltage
Phase, neutral, and protective contact
- 16A, 25A, or 63A contact rating
- 250V or 500V AC or DC operating voltage

Materials
- Shell and backshell plating options
  - Olive drab cadmium (ODC)
  - Black zinc-nickel (BZN)
  - Electroless nickel
  - Bronze
  - Inox
- Thermoplastic insert
- Silicone rubber grommet and interface seal
- Crimp removable contacts
  - Gold plating for pilot contact
  - Silver plating for protective, phase, and neutral contacts

Amphenol Socapex PowerSafe MIL-DTL-38999 Series III Connectors

Features

Applications

Specifications

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