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SPACE-RATED CONNECTORS

[Class-S Space Rated Connectors]

SPACE-RATED CONNECTORS

BREECH COUPLING, MIL-C-38999 SERIES IV TYPE

QUALIFICATION STATUS:	Approved for Space Flight by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Satellite Servicing Project. Flown on EUVE, UARS, and Hubble Space Telescope PRT.
MAJOR DESIGN FEATURES:	Breech design and highly visible stripes result in effortless connector alignment during IVA/EVA Simple 90° Twist-to-lock Breech-Lok® Feature Optional wing nuts facilitate EVA action Available in 30 standard contact patterns and additional special arrangements rugged lightweight construction Polarization available in five keyway patterns
PERFORMANCE	Durability 500 mate/demate cycles minimum Total Mass Loss <1% Volatile Materials <0.1% Temperature Range -55°C (-67°F) to 200°C (+392°F) EMI Protection (>90dB at 100 MHz and >65dB though 10GHz
OPERATIONAL FEATURES:	Pin to Pin Mating Protection Scoop Proof contact Protection Shell Housings Ground Prior to Contact Engagement Low Torque Easy initial insertion

SPACE USE

These lightweight connectors meet all of the physical and electrical requirements of MIL-C-38999 Series IV using space-rated materials as well as special weight-saving techniques

They are superior products suitable for a wide variety of space applications. G&H Series IV connectors are rugged easy-to-use coupling mechanisms that can be mated and unmated through IVA, EVA, and robot manipulation. They have been used on the Space Shuttle and numerous satellites and payloads.

The Breech-Lok® mechanism uses internal drive threads to provide maximum mechanical advantage. It locks firmly into place and will not back off or be loosened by shock or vibration. Astronauts find them extremely easy to align and mate. Plugs are available with wing nuts for added leverage.

The connectors feature complete environmental sealing. All elastomeric materials are space-compatable and out gassing is minimized.