Power connectors from Lane Electronics for demanding military and aerospace applications

Souriau’s D38999 Series III DC power connectors are housed in the circular MIL-DTL-38999 platforms and have been designed to be resistant to fluid and severe vibration. With current ratings, based on the D38999 specification to 600A and to 750A for ground level applications, these connectors can be supplied in various body materials with a wide range of contact arrangements and finished with a choice of Zinc Cobalt, Zinc Nickel or Nickel plating.



The Weald Electronics LMV range is approved to IEQC-CECC spec BS/CECC 75201-004 which includes the safety requirements of BS EN 60950 for safe use in mains applications and CE marked assemblies.



Maximum current capability ranges from 7.5 to 32A depending on shell size. Accessories to suit standard mains cables and multicore cables with inner collective screening that require a 360º screen termination are also available.



LMV can be supplied in various finishes and shell styles and the two available shell sizes are suitable for direct connection in mains applications. The shells are earthed and the connectors feature finger proof and leading earth contacts.



Weald’s LMH Series has been designed to perform to the requirements of MIL-C-26482 Series 1 and Patt 105. The connectors are also approved to IECQ-CECC spec BS/CECC 75201-003 and BS 9522 F0017.



Available in nine shell sizes and 33 shell styles, LMH Series connectors can be supplied from stock with 2 to 61 contacts in 20 contact arrangements. They can also be specified in a RoHS compliant olive drab finish.



Peak working voltages can be as high as 1200V – DC or AC at up to 45 Amps. A 360ºC screen termination option provides full EMC protection. Free shells with grounding fingers and PCB contacts for fixed styles are also part of the LMH Series.



Lane is an ideal source for all key connector types including circular, filtered, RF, coaxial, sub – miniature, backshells and adaptors, D connectors, aerospace, test & measurement, IDC, PCB connectors, edge connectors and connectors for rack and panel applications.

Editor’s Note

Lane Electronics Ltd – also widely known as FC Lane Electronics Ltd – is part of the Lodge Group which includes high reliability circular and military connector manufacturer Weald Electronics.



Lane Electronics is a franchised distributor for many of the industry’s leading electrical and electronic connector manufacturers including HUBER+ SUHNER, Souriau, Radiall and ITW McMurdo.



With a strong commitment to quality with IECQ – CECC, BS9000, ISO and QPL approvals, Lane Electronics has a policy of holding large stocks and is also franchised to assemble connectors to customer specific requirements.