Datasheet
NON-MAGNETIC AMPHE-LITE CONNECTORS
A new product offering from Amphenol is the non-magnetic Amphe-Lite style
which is made of a durable corrosion resistant composite material for harsh envi-
ronments.The same triple start thread used on standard Amphe-Lite connectors
allows for complete mating in a single turn of the coupling nut. IP67 sealing grom-
mets and interfacial seals are standard. It is an ideal solution for MRI equipment in
the medical market, and in other test equipment where a 100% non-magnetic
multi-conductor connector is required.
With up to 128 size 22D contacts in one connector, the Amphenol non-magnetic
Amphe-Lite is one of the few 100% non-magnetic connectors available today. It is
available in a straight plug and three receptacle shell styles: wall mount, in-line
and jam nut. Non-magnetic styles are available with many of the standard Amphe-
Lite inserts. A wide variety of contact styles can be incorporated, and it can also
be assembled with Amphenol ACT flex circuits.
GROUND PLANE CONNECTORS
Amphenol offers Amphe-Lite connectors for data bus, LAN and coax/triax/twinax transmission lines
with conductive inserts that ground the outer conductor of the coax, triax or twinax contact to the
shell. These connectors are sold “less contacts”. They will accommodate size 8 coax, triax or twinax
contacts or size 12 and 16 coax contacts.
The insert availability chart on page 3 indicates the patterns that are available in a ground plane
version, (see those designated with a star symbol), and consult Amphenol, Sidney NY for ordering
procedures.
CONNECTORS WITH CONCENTRIC TWINAX CONTACTS
The size 8 concentric twinax contact was developed for use in MIL-
STD-1553 Airborne multiplex data bus applications which require
high performance interconnect characteristics in multi-pin connec-
tors. The Amphe-Lite Series with concentric twinax contacts are ideal
for communication data bus applications. The concentric twinax con-
tact is crimp terminable to twisted-shielded cable.
For further information on concentric twinax contacts ask for Amphe-
nol Catalog 12-130.
CONNECTORS WITH REDUCED COMPONENT TWINAX
(RCT) CONTACTS
The RCT (Reduced Component Twinax) contact meets MIL-C-
39029/90 and /91 requirements for intermateability and performance
while reducing the number of user-assembled components from
seven to three. The inner conductors and outer barrel of the RCT are
each terminated to the cable by a crimp joint, so no costly assembly
soldering operations are required. Features include:
• Three user assembled components
• Available in size 8 and size 10 contacts
• MIL-C-17/176-00002 cable termination
• For installation in Amphe-Lite connectors
• Termination completed in only two crimping operations
• Inner conductors stripped to common length, eliminating
multiple measurements
For further information on RCT contacts ask for Amphenol Catalog
12-130.
Amphe-Lite Series – capabilities
non-magnetic connectors, ground plane
connectors, twinax contacts, power contacts
Non-Magnetic Amphe-Lite Connector with
Power Contacts, Fiber Optics and Flex Circuitry
Ground Plane Connector with
Metallic Insert and
Concentric Twinax Contacts
Concentric Twinax Contacts Qualified to M39029/90 and /91
RCT (Reduced Component Twinax) Contact
Cable Crimp Intermediate Outer Pin
Ferrule & Inner Assembly Assembly
CONNECTORS WITH POWER CONTACTS
Size 10 power, size 12 and size 16 contacts are available in
many standard insert arrangements. These contacts provide a
wide range of power transmission capabilities. Standard con-
tacts are gold plated to maintain a superior conductive surface.
For further information on insert patterns that contain power
contacts refer to the insert availability chart on page 3.
See catalogs online at
www.amphenol-industrial.com
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