Amphenol NEXUS Technologies manufactures microphone plugs and jacks for audio and communication equipment used in demanding commercial and military applications. A microphone plug connects to a compatible microphone jack to provide an electrical interface between a microphone, headset, cable, or audio system. NEXUS offers connector configurations suited for applications including military communications, commercial aviation electronics, telecommunications, and medical equipment.
Microphone Plugs for Audio and Communication Equipment
A microphone plug provides the male connection that mates with a compatible jack. Selecting the correct plug requires attention to conductor count, physical dimensions, body material, and contact construction. NEXUS offers microphone plugs in configurations suited to different equipment requirements.
The MP-101 is a 2-conductor microphone plug with a nylon body and nickel-plated beryllium copper contacts. It measures .328 inches in width, .469 inches in height, and .826 inches in length. The connector is specified for ruggedized commercial and military applications and has the alternate part number U-173/U.
The MP-103 provides three conductors and uses a nylon body with nickel-plated beryllium copper and brass contacts. Its dimensions are .469 inches wide, .422 inches high, and .969 inches long. These specifications give you the information needed to check physical and electrical compatibility with your equipment.
Microphone Jacks and Matching Connections
A microphone jack serves as the female connection point for a compatible microphone plug. NEXUS offers several jack configurations, giving you options based on conductor requirements, mechanical dimensions, and connection features.
Available models include MJ-101, MJ-102, MJ-103, MJ-112, MJ-113, MJ-122, MJ-132, MJS-103, and OMJ-101. The product range includes standard and locking configurations for different equipment designs.
For example, the MJ-101 is a 2-conductor microphone jack with a nylon body and nickel-plated beryllium copper contacts. It measures .328 inches in width, .469 inches in height, and .719 inches in length. The MJ-102 is also a 2-conductor jack and incorporates a button-release locking mechanism with a nylon body.
Technical Features and Configuration Options
NEXUS microphone connectors are available with specifications that can be matched to the requirements of your application. Review conductor count, overall width, height and length, contact materials, body materials, alternate part numbers, and locking or release mechanisms before selecting a component.
- 2- and 3-conductor configurations for different microphone and communication requirements
- Nylon connector bodies on selected models
- Nickel-plated beryllium copper contacts on selected plugs and jacks
- Locking and button-release configurations for specific applications
These details can help you identify a compatible connector and confirm that the selected component fits your equipment.
Ruggedized Microphone Connector Applications
NEXUS microphone plugs and jacks are specified for ruggedized commercial and military applications. The product line supports communication equipment used in military systems, commercial aviation electronics, telecommunications, and medical applications.
NEXUS also serves the commercial and military headset and helmet markets. If your application requires a compact microphone connection with specific conductor, material, or locking requirements, the available product configurations give you practical options to consider.
Selecting the Right Microphone Plug or Jack
Start with the connector configuration required by your equipment, then confirm the mating plug or jack, conductor count, dimensions, materials, and connection mechanism. Product drawings and specifications should be reviewed before final selection to verify mechanical and electrical compatibility.
Amphenol NEXUS Technologies can provide microphone connector options for specialized audio and communication equipment. Review the available products and contact NEXUS to discuss your application or request additional product information.