Amphenol NEXUS Technologies offers 7- and 10-pin waterproof breakaway connectors for equipment operating in demanding environments. These connectors combine water protection, dependable electrical contact, and controlled breakaway performance in several configurations.
Amphenol NEXUS Technologies provides waterproof electrical connectors for applications where moisture and environmental exposure can affect electrical connections. The connectors are watertight to depths of up to 6 feet of water, making them suitable for equipment exposed to wet or harsh conditions.
Molded-in wiping-action contacts provide self-cleaning contact action as the connector is mated. This helps maintain reliable electrical contact during repeated use. Depending on the model, options include different cable diameters, shielding, wire strain relief, and termination styles.
Waterproof Electrical Connectors Built for Harsh Conditions
The connector family combines water resistance with practical connection features for demanding equipment. NEXUS products use materials and construction suited to applications across military, aerospace, medical, telecommunications, commercial, and industrial equipment.
Several configurations are available to help match the connector to the physical requirements of your equipment. Options include solder contacts, insulation-piercing contacts, panel mounting, overmolded construction, and shielded versions.
Breakaway Electrical Connector Performance
The axial push-pull mating design gives these products their breakaway functionality. A breakaway electrical connector can provide a controlled connection that separates when the appropriate pulling force is applied, rather than relying on a threaded connection.
Representative models provide an engagement force of 14 lb or less and a disengagement force between 8 and 12 lb. They can also provide up to 5,000 mating cycles, giving you a practical connection option for equipment that requires repeated connection and disconnection.
- Axial push-pull mating
- Up to 5,000 mating cycles on representative models
- Solder and insulation-piercing contact options
- Shielded and strain-relief configurations
Configuration Options for Different Applications
The 7- and 10-pin product family gives you several ways to specify the connection needed for your equipment. Standard and miniature configurations are available, with options for front- or rear-panel mounting, different cable sizes, overmolded construction, and various contact arrangements.
Field-replaceable contact configurations are also available on applicable products. This range allows you to select a connector based on your wiring, mounting, cable, and installation requirements without limiting your equipment to a single connector format.
Miniature Waterproof Breakaway Connectors
For applications with limited installation space, NEXUS offers miniature waterproof breakaway connectors. Amphenol NEXUS states that its miniature versions can be 50% smaller than standard connectors while retaining many of the same performance characteristics.
The miniature line includes 7- and 10-pin plugs and jacks, along with shielded, locking-ring, and panel-mount configurations. These options give you greater flexibility when fitting reliable connectivity into compact equipment.
Applications for Waterproof Breakaway Connectors
NEXUS 7- and 10-pin connectors are used across a range of demanding applications, including C4I systems, military and commercial aircraft, military ground vehicles, soldier systems, missiles and ordnance, telecommunications equipment, medical equipment, and commercial and industrial equipment.
Their combination of waterproof construction, breakaway operation, and configuration choices makes them a practical option for equipment requiring dependable connections in challenging operating conditions.
Choose the Right Connector for Your Application
Whether your application requires standard or miniature breakaway electrical connector options, Amphenol NEXUS Technologies provides multiple configurations to fit different equipment requirements. Review the available 7- and 10-pin plugs and jacks to find the right connection for your application, or contact NEXUS for product information.