APC Series Expansion: Enhanced Circular Connector Options for Industrial Applications

APC Series expansion continues Amphenol Industrial Operations’ commitment to delivering lightweight, cost-effective circular connector solutions for today’s industrial equipment. This latest expansion broadens the APC platform with new APC Standard configurations. These updates provide OEMs with greater flexibility when selecting fast-coupling, IP67-rated connectors for industrial automation, energy storage, heavy equipment, HVAC systems, instrumentation, communications, lighting, and other demanding applications.

Expanding the APC Platform

The APC Series is a family of lightweight, IP67-rated circular connectors designed for industrial, automation, and energy applications. Designed as a rugged alternative to traditional metal circular connectors, the APC Series combines lightweight thermoplastic housings with stamped-and-formed contacts to reduce weight, lower installed cost, and simplify assembly. This expansion adds more options to the product family, allowing engineers to better match connector size, contact arrangements, and installation requirements across their systems.

New APC Standard Configurations

The APC Series expansion adds a new 18-10 insert arrangement to the APC Standard family. The new front-mount receptacle, rear-mount receptacle, and straight plug configurations provide OEMs with additional flexibility when designing equipment that requires 10-position connectivity in a compact circular interface. These options help support different panel, enclosure, and harness layouts while maintaining the APC family’s proven sealing system, lightweight construction, and fast-coupling design.

Designed for Modern Industrial Applications

The expanded APC Series is engineered to support a wide range of industrial equipment requiring dependable circular connectivity. Typical applications include energy storage systems, factory automation, welding equipment, heavy equipment, HVAC systems, industrial machinery, instrumentation, communication equipment, and commercial lighting. Lightweight thermoplastic housings eliminate corrosion concerns while reducing overall system weight, making APC connectors well suited for equipment that demands long-term durability with lower installation costs.

• Energy storage systems
• Factory automation
• Heavy equipment
• Industrial machinery
• HVAC systems
• Instrumentation
• Communication equipment
• Lighting
• Welding equipment

Key Features Across the APC Series

Whether selecting APC Mini, APC Standard, or APC Power, customers benefit from a common platform designed for reliable performance and simplified installation. Key features include:

• Lightweight thermoplastic housings
• Fast-coupling threaded and bayonet interfaces
• Stamped-and-formed contacts
• IP67 environmental sealing
• UL94 V-0 flammability rating
• F1-rated UV resistance
• UL and CSA certifications
• Robust vibration resistance
• Corrosion-resistant construction

Fast Installation with Rugged Performance

Across the APC family, engineers can choose from multiple fast-coupling options, including triple-start threaded coupling, double-start threaded coupling, and APC Mini’s two-way bayonet mechanism. Combined with stamped-and-formed contacts, waterproof IP67 sealing, UL94 V-0 flammability, F1 UV resistance, and UL and CSA certifications, the APC platform delivers dependable performance for challenging industrial environments while reducing assembly time.

One Platform, More Design Possibilities

With the addition of APC Standard configurations, the APC Series now offers greater flexibility for OEMs seeking cost-effective circular connector solutions. Whether designing compact control systems, industrial machinery, energy storage equipment, HVAC systems, or heavy equipment, engineers can choose from a broader range of connector sizes, insert arrangements, and coupling styles while remaining within a single product family.

Learn More About the APC Series Expansion

Visit the APC Series product page to explore the complete product family, review technical specifications, and find the right connector for your next industrial application. Contact Amphenol Industrial Operations to discuss your application requirements, request additional product information, or connect with our team for product selection guidance.