MIL-C-26500 Cylindrical Connectors

Connector Part Builder

Class “K” Part Builder

QPL Document

Description

High quality and dependability are the earned reputations of MIL-C-26500 series of connectors. Serving such diverse fields as avionics, missile systems, aircraft general-purpose applications, aircraft engines and firewalls, the MIL-C-26500 connector family meets the myriad of problems with innovative connector solutions.

These are medium sized connectors with a rugged design, lightweight construction and continuously dependable performance. This product family provides design features and options which are listed below in the order of the sections of this catalog.

Features & Benefits

Aluminum Shells in threaded or bayonet coupling to military classes R and G

• general purpose, environmentally resistant
• square flange or single hole receptacles, and straight plug shell styles
• ratchet lock plug style, which eliminates the need for safety wiring, and a mating threaded receptacle
• black anodize non-conductive finish for class R and a conductive finish in class G that provides a minimum
• resistance path through the shell for grounding purposes
• coupling nuts are hardcoat treated for added protection against wear
• rear accessory threads accommodate standard MS27291 series cable supports or related accessory hardware

Stainless Steel Shells in threaded or bayonet coupling supplied to military class E

• machined from 300 series stainless steel providing superior strength and wear characteristics
• at elevated temperatures, 204°C (399°F), shells experience a less than 10% loss in yield strength
• shell hardware resists corrosion for the life of the connector without the need of additional finishes
• same shell styles offered as in aluminum
• a variety of stainless steel accessories are available

Wire splice connector

• space saving, single contact, wire splice module

Firewall Capability Connectors meet the fireproof requirements of MIL-C-5015, Class K.

• non-magnetic stainless steel shells designed for superior strength and elevated temperatures up to 460°F for extended periods
• same shell styles as stainless steel and aluminum versions

Contacts and Accessories for MIL-C-26500 connectors

• MIL-C-39029 qualified contacts and special application contacts including thermocouple, printed circuit board and shielded/coaxial types
• Aluminum and stainless steel cable supports; aluminum dummy receptacles
• Contact crimping/ installation/removal tools available