Glenair Backshells: Outstanding Performance
and Availability
Common Connector Problems and Solutions
Problem
Environmental Damage
Electromagnetic Interference
Mechanical Damage to Conductors
Mechanical Damage to Pins and Threads
Connector-to-Cable Routing
Cable and Conduit Integration
Solution
Cable Sealing Backshells and Protective Covers
EMI/RFI Shield (Screen) Termination Backshells
Strain-Relief Backshells
Protective Covers and Boots
Multiple Angle and Profile Backshells
Transition Fittings and Adapters
Why Connectors Need Backshells
Backshells and Accessories for Every Application
Glenair Circular Connector Backshells and Accessories
Mil-Spec Backshells and Connector Accessories
Rectangular Connector Backshells
Composite Thermoplastic Connector Accessories
Backshell Assembly Tools, Banding Tools and Accessories
Glenair Backshell Product Lines
AS85049, M24758, M28840, M38999 and Other Military Specifications
NO GAPS: Glenair has every QPL with most slash sheets in stock
Use Wall Chart for Scratch Selection Use Part Number Index to Match Part
Number and Catalog Page Use Military Part Number Reference
Guide to Cross Mil-Spec Numbers to Glenair Commercial Series Parts
Internet: QwikCreate Part Number Builder and NSN Cross Reference
Specifying Mil-Spec Backshells
Ref: Big Red Book of Backshells
Glenair Product Code/Product Series System 310 – Shrink Boot Adapter 360 - Non-Environmental Strain-Relief Backshell 370 - Environmental Strain Relief Backshell 380 - Non-Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells 390 - Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells 440 - Banding and Crimp Ring Adapters 450 - Qwik-Ty Strain-Reliefs 620 – Strain-Reliefs 660 – Protective Covers
Glenair Circular Connector Backshell Part Number Systems
Cable Sealing Backshell Designs
Three Basic Options
Submersible: Cable sealing grommet, follower and backshell counterbore provides immersion protection to 2 meters.
Water-Tight: Integrated cable sealing grommet provides immersion protection to one meter.
Splash-Proof: light duty design provides moisture and dust resistance only
EMI/RFI Backshell Designs Glenair Supports Every Industry-Standard Design
Single and Multiple Conical Rings
Crimp Rings
Banding Terminations
Castellated or Splined Rings
Lampbase Thread Rings
Radial Compression Springs
Integrated Shield Socks
Magnaforming
Tinel Lock-Rings
Band-it Shield Termination System
Fast and reliable RFI/EMI/EMP shield termination
No welding, soldering, crimping or magna-forming required - fully field repairable shield terminations
Fast, highly reliable terminations virtually eliminate EMI leakage and pass severe shock, vibration and thermal tests
“One size fits all” tool and band design provides unmatched flexibility
In stock and ready for same-day shipment
Cable Strain-Relief Designs Matching the Technology to the Application
Straight and Angled Designs
Light, Medium and Heavy-Duty Saddle Bars
Qwik-Tys
QwikClamps
Others
Backshell Angle and Profile Critical Step in Cable Routing Design
Standard Profile
Low Profile
Full Radius Profile
Low Profile Split Shell
Ultra Low Profile Split Shell
Straight, 45 and 90 Degree
Backshell-to-Connector Coupling Five Basic Designs
Direct Coupling
Rotatable Coupling
Self-Locking Rotatable Coupling
Positive-Lock (NESTOR) Non-Detent Coupling
Composite “G-Load” Coupling
Complete Backshell Support for All Rectangular Connector Families
MIL-C-24308 MIL-C-81659
Configuration MIL-C-83733 ARINC Series 600 MIL-DTL-83513 Cannon Series 400 MIL-C-83527/A All the Rest
Rectangular Backshells
For advanced weight savings to corrosion protection
Weight savings: 40% over aluminum Corrosion protection: unlimited Inherent shock and vibration dampening Reduced magnetic and acoustic
signatures (stealth) Cadmium free Flame resistant, chemical resistant and
high-temperature tolerant Dimensionally stable Accepts plating for EMI/RFI protection
Composite Thermoplastic Designs
The bread and butter of accessory specification
Product Series Connector Designator Angle and Profile Basic Part Number Finish Symbol Shell Size Cable Diameter Strain Relief Style Length of Part Other: Drain holes,
attachment lengths, special modifications
Part Number Development
Internet-Based Automated Part Number Development
Build or analyze part numbers via a simple menu interface
Generate printable document with all relevant dimensional data
Link to catalog page for additional information
Automatically select for Style 2 cable entry
Link to on-line order entry
QwikCreate
Backshell Assembly and Connector Holding Tools
Full 360o gripping surface of backshell coupling nuts and connector plugs and receptacles
For production and field maintenance Manual and pneumatic hand tools,
strap wrenches and torque wrenches M83507/15-01, TG70 and TG80
circular connector tools Complete kits and/or individual tools
and parts In stock and ready for same-day
shipment
Full-Service, High-Availability Interconnect Solutions
Full Spectrum Product Lines —No Gaps
Fast, Personal Response to RFQ’s Vertically Integrated Factory
No Third World Subs Same Day Availability for 45,000+
Commercial and Mil-Spec Accessories
Worldwide Service and Support
Glenair’s Position in the Marketplace