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Amphe-Lite™ | Commercial 38999 Connector

Commercial 38999 Performance in a Lightweight Composite Design

Description

Amphe-Lite is a commercial 38999 connector platform designed for communications equipment manufacturers that need dependable signal, power, RF, or fiber optic interconnects in harsh environments. The series is well suited for communication towers, outdoor and rooftop installations, while also supporting manufacturing process control and medical equipment applications. As a Series III type composite connector family, Amphe-Lite gives engineers a proven circular interconnect format for demanding industrial and communications systems.

Commercial 38999 Connector Performance

For engineers evaluating a commercial 38999 connector, Amphe-Lite delivers the familiar advantages of a Series III type design in a composite construction that balances rugged performance with application flexibility. The product family is built for severe environment use, yet it also supports general-duty and non-environmental applications where OEMs want a cost-effective, high-performance circular interconnect. This makes Amphe-Lite a strong option for designers looking for a commercial 38999 connector that can support both demanding outdoor installations and broader industrial deployment.

Designed for Harsh Industrial and Communications Environments

Amphe-Lite supports applications where reliability, compact size, and environmental durability all matter. Its composite construction and threaded coupling design make it well suited for equipment exposed to vibration, moisture, outdoor installation conditions, and electrical noise. For OEMs developing communications hardware, control systems, and other industrial platforms, Amphe-Lite provides a commercial 38999 connector solution that aligns with recognized circular connector design expectations while supporting long-term field performance. For general reference on the connector family this commercial design is associated with, engineers can review the MIL-DTL-38999 specification overview.

Flexible Signal, Power, RF, and Fiber Optic Integration

One of the strengths of the Amphe-Lite family is its ability to support multiple interconnect requirements within a common commercial 38999 connector architecture. The series supports signal, power, RF, and fiber optic configurations, helping engineers standardize around a familiar connector platform across varied equipment designs. This flexibility is especially valuable in communications systems and control platforms where different transmission and power needs must be addressed without moving to entirely different connector families.

Applications and Market Fit

Amphe-Lite is a strong fit for Datacom/Telecom, Factory Automation, Heavy Equipment, and Power Distribution applications where rugged circular interconnects are needed. It is also relevant for telecommunications equipment, control systems, medical instrumentation, vehicle signal interconnects, commercial aircraft, and high-performance test equipment. For customers comparing circular connector options for high-speed data applications, you can also explore our Amphe-Lite Quadrax solution.

Compact Circular Connector Strategy for Modern Equipment

The Amphe-Lite platform also supports compact equipment design strategies where packaging efficiency and interconnect reliability must work together. For space-constrained systems, this gives OEMs a way to align around a commercial 38999 connector platform while supporting smaller-footprint designs across industrial and communications equipment. That makes Amphe-Lite particularly useful for modern equipment where durability, layout efficiency, and connector versatility all play a role in overall system performance.

Features & Benefits

Nickel Plating
Unplated Non-Conductive Shell
Acme Threads
Recessed Pins (100% Scoop Proof)
Integral Interfacial Seal and Grommet bonded to insert
Robust Composite Construction
PC Tails, Coax and FO Contacts Available
UL Recognized Connector
Excellent EMI Shielding (F Class)
Up to 128 size 22D contacts in one connector

Specifications

Electrical
Voltage
900V AC max/1250V DC max
Current Rating
Size 10@33A max, Size 12@23A max, Size 16@13A max, Size 20@7.5A max, Size 22D@5A max
Number of contacts
128 Contacts max
Mechanical
Coupling
Self-lock nut
Contact termination
Wire wrap/PC tail
Contact size
8(Coax)/8(Twinax)/10(Power)/12//16/20/22D
Insert arrangments
9-()/11-()/13-()/15-()/17-()/19-()/21-()/23-()/25-()
Shell size
9/11/13/15/17/19/21/23/25
Shell style
Wall mount receptacle, Straight plug, Jam nut receptacle
Mating cycles
500 cycles max
Keyway
N/A/B/C/D/E
Material
Contacts
Copper alloy
Contact plating
Gold
Insert
Rubber
Shell
Plastic/Metal
Finish
Nickel
Environmental
Temperature range
-55°C to +125°C/-55°C to +150°C
RoHS
Yes
REACH
Yes
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