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55181 Power Connectors Catalog
55181 Power Connectors Catalog
Cooper Interconnect provides a variety of QPL qualified and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) connectors tailored for military and industrial power needs. These connectors are recognized for their durability and versatility, with over 40 years of proven field use. The product line includes custom shell configurations and weatherproof seals, ensuring reliability in mission-critical applications.
This section offers a comprehensive guide for configuring MIL-DTL-55181 connectors, detailing panel and cable mounts, product configurations, part numbers, contact styles, termination styles, and shell plating options.
These connectors are engineered to meet rigorous standards and endure harsh environmental conditions. They are resistant to dust, dirt, and water, featuring a center-locking screw for enhanced shock and vibration resistance. Available in multiple configurations, they ensure reliable electrical connections.
The COTS 55181 connectors provide similar performance to the QPL versions but at a more economical price. They include cable adaptor designs for various cable sizes, offering flexibility in both field and factory applications.
This section discusses connectors that comply with MIL-DTL-12520 standards, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
Cooper Interconnect offers customized shell configurations, such as stacking, dual header, and dual entry connectors, which provide cost and space savings.
Filtered connectors are available to suppress unwanted frequencies, enhancing the performance of power connectors.
A variety of accessories and tools, including dust caps and spanner wrenches, support the installation and maintenance of the connectors.
The connectors are utilized in various applications, including SINCGARS and JTRS radios, power systems, and control circuits, enabling efficient power distribution to multiple devices.
The document provides detailed specifications for the connectors, including electrical and mechanical properties, materials, and finishes. The connectors are designed to withstand high dielectric strength, insulation resistance, and durability requirements.
The connectors offer dielectric strength up to 2000 Volts RMS and insulation resistance of 1000 Megohms at 500 Volts DC. They are designed to withstand water immersion up to 6 feet for 48 hours and have a durability rating of 500 mating cycles.
Constructed from high-strength aluminum alloy, the connectors feature gold over nickel contacts for efficient electrical connections. They include center-locking screws for secure mating and are designed to resist corrosion and environmental contaminants.
The document outlines different series within the M55181 and GC55181 families, including adaptors and UW connectors, each tailored for specific applications with options for different shell styles, contact types, and mounting configurations.
These connectors are suitable for military communication systems and industrial instrumentation, providing reliable power and control interconnections in demanding conditions.
Custom shell configurations allow multiple radios to draw power from a single M55181 receptacle, eliminating the need for external power splitting apparatus. They feature robust aluminum housing with cadmium plating and olive drab chromate, suitable for harsh environments, and are rated for 500 mate/unmate cycles.
Part numbers are structured with a prefix (CI for Cooper Interconnect), a basic specification, and a cable size designator. The connectors are available in various configurations and cable diameters.
These connectors provide two cable entry points or two mating faces within one connector, offering flexibility in cable routing and a cost-effective alternative to traditional "Y" cables.
Filtered connectors address electromagnetic interference issues using planar capacitors to filter undesirable frequencies, maintaining robust performance and available in all four panel mount configurations.
Cooper Interconnect provides various accessories, including dust caps and custom back shells for panel mount connectors. Tools such as spanner nut wrenches are recommended for assembly and maintenance.
Cooper Interconnect offers a range of audio and data connectors designed for military specifications, providing reliable performance in harsh environments.
GPS connectors are designed for military use, featuring machined T6 aluminum shells and precision contacts for optimal signal strength. They meet military water immersion requirements and are compatible with most military GPS systems.
The document provides information about Cooper Interconnect's range of connectors, including battery, intercom, and antenna connectors, highlighting the company's expertise in providing solutions that protect against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI).
The connectors are made with 6061-T6 aluminum alloy shells with a standard chromate coating. They are non-hermetic and can withstand up to 15 PSI, making them suitable for rigorous applications.
Cooper Interconnect offers a variety of filtered connectors using Planar and Surface Mount technologies in configurations such as C, LC, PI, T, or extended PI, catering to various filtration needs with customizable capacitances and testing protocols.
The document lists multiple locations for Cooper Interconnect across the United States, including addresses and contact numbers for each site, along with customer service, orders, and quotes contact details.
Cooper Interconnect is a trademark of Cooper Industries, Inc., headquartered in Houston, TX. The document includes the company's website and email for further inquiries.
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Harsh Environment Power Connectors Rugged, Reliable, Battle-Field Tested COOPER Interconnect Mid-Range Power
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Mid-Range Power Connectors Innovation You Can Trust In The Most Challenging Conditions 2 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560
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Cooper Interconnect’s line of QPL qualified and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) connectors offer exceptional durability and versatility for many military and industrial mid-range power needs. The QPL versions, designed and built under the WPI General Connector brand, have endured over 40 years of trusted ground support field use. With the acquisition of WPI General Connector, Cooper Interconnect has expanded the line to offer custom shell configurations, including Stackable Power connectors, Dual Entry and Dual Header connectors. These exclusive designs provide cost and space savings in both...
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CONNECTIVITY For your toughest mid-range power connector applications, look to Cooper Interconnect for the right solution. QPL qualified to MIL-DTL-55181, latest version. MW Series follows U.S. government part number designation. COTS version of the M55181 or MW Series. Similar to the GC55181 Standard Series, offers three cable shield adaptors to support a wide range of cables. Meets all the requirements of MIL-DTL-12520. UW Series follows Cooper Interconnect’s part number designation. Custom Shell Configurations The Stacking, Dual Header, Dual Entry and SB Series connectors are Cooper’s customized...
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Markets & Applications Markets The Cooper Interconnect series of mid-range power connectors has been used in rugged, harsh environment applications from the time that we were known as General Connector (GC). The GC designation, remains on many of the old specifications today. The M55181 panel mount pin connectors, long the power connector of choice, are used as the Output power connection for SINCGARS (Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System) and the panel mount socket connectors are used as the Input power connection. The 18-pin M55181 connectors are used as the audio/data connectors....
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Product Configurator Product Configurator Guide Use the Product Configurator Guide below to find the best solution for your specific application. Black text means the product configuration is available with normal lead times. Red text means the product configuration is possible to manufacture. Consult factory for details. PANEL MOUNTS PRODUCT CONFIGURATION QPL Standard PART NUMBER STYLE CONTACTS TERMINATION STYLE SHELL PLATING OPTIONS MATES WITH SHELL PLATING OPTIONS MATES WITH *Alternate plating and shell configurations on a QPL product, makes a non QPL product. CABLE MOUNTS PRODUCT CONFIGURATION...
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Product Configurator Guide 55181 Power Connectors CABLE MOUNTS MATES WITH Dual Entry (75°/90°) Stacking Adaptor Style SHELL PLATING OPTIONS Dual Entry (75°/90°) Adaptor Style Double Header Adaptor Style Double Header Stacking COTS Adaptor Series PART NUMBER NUMBER TERMINATION OF STYLE CONTACTS Product Configurator PRODUCT CONFIGURATION Note: Black Nickel plated parts are RoHS Compliant. 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560
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Product Overview With over 40 years of field-proven reliability, Cooper Interconnect’s MIL-DTL-55181 (MW Series) power connectors are designed to meet the most stringent requirements while withstanding the extreme range of environmental conditions encountered by ground support equipment. Resistant to contamination of dust, dirt and water, these workhorse connectors also are engineered to provide the ultimate resistance to shock and vibration via the center-locking screw, which is easily secured by turning the mechanized fold-down, wing-blade handle. M55181/7-0X The Cooper Interconnect MW series...
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55181 Power Connectors MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors M55181 Power Connectors Features Overview M55181 Plug Shell Grommet Washer Nut 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560
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Specifications The MW connectors meet all requirements of MIL-DTL-55181. MATERIALS AND FINISHES Shells Aluminum alloy body, steel alloy nosepiece 300u” cadmium plate with olive-drab chromate. Brass, 300u” cadmium plate with olive-drab chromate. Alloy steel, 300u” cadmium plate with olive-drab chromate. Brass, olive-drab cadmium plate. Draw Screws Stainless steel. Contacts Socket High-conductivity copper alloy with beryllium copper spring element, 50u” gold over 30-150u” nickel. Yellow brass, 50u” gold over 30-150u” nickel. Glass-filled diallyl phthalate, type GDF-30 F or SDG-F. ELECTRICAL Dielectric...
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MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors 55181 Power Connectors Receptacles are available for all mid-range power connectors. M55181 receptacles support MilSpec and COTS versions of the 55181 power connector family. MW receptacles support the MW Plugs. Consult factory for your specific needs. 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560
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MW RECEPTACLES CI GENERAL PART NUMBER CONTACT TYPE CONTACT SIZE TERMINATION MOUNT MATES WITH PLUGS *Recommended panel thickness 0.125”. Consult factory for additional information. 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560
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MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors 55181 Power Connectors Ordering Information - Part Numbering System M Y Cable Size Designator (01 thru 05) per Table 2 Basic Specification Prefix, M = Military QPL version TABLE 1 CI GENERAL “X” TYPE PART NUMBER VALUE MOUNT CONTACT NUMBER CONTACT AMPS CONTACT TERMINATION MATES WITH TYPE SIZE Configuration per sub-specification sheet per Table 1 *Cable diameter specification not applicable to receptacles (only as an -01). GOVERNMENT DESIGNATION MANUFACTURER’S DESIGNATION CABLE DIAMETER (INCHES) 23 Front Street, Salem, NJ 08079 P: 856-935-7560 The MW connectors meet...
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COTS GC55181 Power Connectors Product Overview For military and industrial power applications in harsh environments where cost containment is more important than government certification. Cooper Interconnect’s Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) version of the M55181 family provides the same performance as the certified version of the M55181 power connectors, but at an economical price. COTS Connectors Features and Benefits Value-Engineered Solution - Same performance standards as Cooper Interconnect’s MILDTL-55181 power connector family, with cost savings built in. Standard COTS GC55181/3-0X Configuration...
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