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ODU AMC® – Catalog

ODU AMC® – Catalog
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ODU AMC® – Catalog

Product catalog summary
Introduction
ODU AMC® connectors are rugged, miniature circular connectors designed for demanding applications, compliant with IEC 61984:2008 standards and UL-listed. They support data transmission protocols like HDMI® and USB®, though they are not standard connectors for these protocols.
Applications
These connectors are used in communication systems, rugged computers, power supplies, unmanned systems, optical devices, night vision systems, software-defined radios, and defense and security sectors.
Features
ODU AMC® connectors are lightweight, compact, watertight, blind mateable, robust, and provide high data transmission with EMC shielding. They withstand extreme conditions such as dust, temperature, humidity, corrosion, radiation, and shock vibration.
Product Range and Solutions
The product line includes various locking mechanisms like Push-Pull and Break-Away, offering a range of configurations for different applications.
Technical Information
Specifications include protection classes from IP50 to IP69, current load capacities, operating voltage, and contact configurations. They are designed for high durability with mating cycles scalable from 10,000 to over 100,000.
Certifications and Approvals
ODU AMC® connectors are certified under ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001, with various UL, CSA, VG, and VDE approvals.
ODU Group Overview
ODU has nearly 80 years of experience in connector technology, with over 2,300 employees worldwide, offering comprehensive design, development, and manufacturing capabilities.
Conclusion
ODU AMC® connectors provide reliable and durable solutions for a wide range of applications, backed by extensive expertise and global presence.
Circular Connectors
ODU offers circular connectors with robust housings, suitable for medical, industrial, and military applications, featuring different locking systems and protection classes ranging from IP50 to IP69.
Modular Connectors
These connectors provide a flexible, modular construction suitable for various transmissions, offering scalable mating cycles from 10,000 to over 100,000 cycles.
Electrical Contacts
ODU's electrical contacts offer high current-carrying capacity up to 2,400 A and very high vibration resistance, suitable for customer-specific high-volume solutions.
Application and Customer-Specific Solutions
ODU provides custom solutions for testing PCBs and electronically assembled units, featuring innovative engagement options and high flexibility.
Cable Assembly
ODU offers complete system solutions including cable assembly, overmolding, and customer-specific labeling, with rapid prototyping and production capabilities.
ODU AMC® Connectors
The ODU AMC® series is designed for extreme environments, offering waterproof and EMI-shielded connectors with various locking mechanisms, suitable for defense, security, and industrial electronics.
Configuration Guidelines
ODU provides a step-by-step configuration guide to help customers select the right connector components for specific applications.
Protection Against Foreign Objects and Water
ODU connectors offer various levels of protection against foreign objects and water, ensuring no harmful effects under specified conditions.
Technical Information on Turned Contacts
Turned contacts are available in various diameters with high durability and specific material compositions.
Current Load and Derating
The document explains the nominal single contact current load and derating factors for multi-core cables.
Operating Voltage and Safety
Operating voltage is calculated as a fraction of the breakdown voltage, with safety precautions emphasized.
AWG and Wire Specifications
The document provides detailed specifications for various AWG sizes, including diameter, cross-section, weight, and resistance.
Technical Terms and Definitions
Definitions for technical terms are provided to ensure proper application and safety.
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ODU AMC® – Catalog-1

ODU AMC® Rugged miniature circular connector PUSH-PULL BREAK-AWAY ODU AMC® ODU AMC® EASY-CLEAN   ODU AMC® HIGH-DENSITY    ODU THREADED CONNECTOR

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ODU AMC® FEATURES APPLICATIONS • Low weight and compact design • Easy handling • Blind mateable • High data transmission • Robust mechanical and optical coding • Resist all kinds of extremes like dust, temperature, humidity, corrosion, radiation and shock vibration Communication systems (PTT, PRR) Rugged computers and hand-helds Power supply Unmanned systems Optical devices Nightvision systems Software defined radions Defence and security Data transmission protocols These ODU specific connectors can transmit common data transmission protocols such as HDMI®, USB® 2.0 and USB® 3.2 Gen1x1, but they...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Clickable page numbers THE ODU CORPORATE GROUP PRODUCT INFORMATION CONFIGURATION GUIDELINE AMC® TECHNICAL INFORMATION For assembly instructions please refer to our website: www.odu-connectors.com/downloads Table of cont

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Creating connections, building alliances, collaborating into the future: Whether two technical components come together to form a unit or people come together to strive for great results - the key is to aspire to achieve superb results. This goal drives our work. Perfect connections that inspire and deliver on the promises. • Almost 80 years of experience in connector technology • ISO 9001 • Over 2,300 employees worldwide • Sales subsidiaries in China, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Romania, Sweden, UK and the US as well as 5 production and logistics sites • All technologies...

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WORLDWIDE CUSTOMER PROXIMITY ODU Scandinavia AB ODU-USA Inc. ODU North American Logistics Inc. Headquarters ODU GmbH & Co. KG Otto Dunkel GmbH ODU (Shanghai) International Trading Co., Ltd. ODU (Shanghai) Connectors Manufacturing Co., Ltd. ODU Korea Inc. ODU Japan K.K. ODU (HK) Trading Co., Ltd. ODU Romania Manufacturing SRL ODU Italia S.R.L. ODU-France SARL ODU-UK Ltd.

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CONNECTIONS THAT LIVE UP ELECTRICAL CONTACTSCIRCULAR CONNECTORS • Versatile contact technologies • Outstanding reliability and durability • Rugged and universal contact systems • Stamping technology for customer-specific high volume solutions • Very high vibration resistance • Low, stable contact resistance • Circular connector series in robust metal or plastic housing • Contacts for soldering, crimping and PCB termination • Different locking systems available: Push-Pull and Screw-Locking options or Break-Away function for quick release • Autoclavable for medical applications • Hybrid inserts...

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MODULAR CONNECTORS MASS INTERCONNECT SOLUTIONS • Application-specific hybrid interface • For manual mating and automatic docking • Flexible modular construction and highest packing density • For the transmission of signals, power, high current, high voltage, HF signals (coax), media, high-speed data or fiber optics • Variety of locking options available • Mating cycles scalable as required from 10,000 to over 100,000 (1 million) • Including cable assembly - system solution from one source • For testing printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronically assembled units • Innovative engagement option:...

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OUR KNOW-HOW FOR YOUR SUCCESS Customers rely on ODU technology wherever first-class, high-performance connector solutions are required. All our skills go into our products to ensure your success. In addition to the top quality, reliable stability and maximum flexibility our products also stand for dynamics, reliability, safety, precision, efficiency and sustainability. HIGH PERFORMANCE CONNECTOR TECHNOLOGY FOR DEMANDING KEY MARKETS

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MORE THAN A CONNECTION DEVELOPMENT OF CUSTOM SOLUTIONS Contacts, connectors and cable assembly system Demands that can’t be pigeon-holed call for creative solutions meeting the most demanding technical specialists who think outside the box. ODU offers the market requirements – ODU’s connector solutions and type of expertise that focuses solely on the specific value-added services are characterized by their exclusive focus on meeting the customer’s needs. For every development order we get, we not only perform • Precise implementation of application-specific a thorough check to make sure it’s...

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ODU AMC® Table of contents

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PRODUCT INFORMATION PRODUCT INFORMATION ODU AMC® introduction ODU AMC® product features

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PRODUCT INFORMATION ODU AMC® is a rugged miniature connector solution for extreme environments. The connectors are waterproof when mated and unmated, offer robust mechanical coding with a visual indicator, and are EMI shielded. The connectors have been designed and tested to survive many of the factors detrimental to the performance of connectors in harsh environments, including: sand and dust, extreme temperatures, humidity, corrosion, solar radiation, shock, vibration and torque. Whether in extreme environments or under high mechanical stress, ODU connectors ensure reliable electrical communication,...

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PRODUCT INFORMATION PRODUCT INFORMATION RELATED PRODUCTS IN THE ODU CIRCULAR CONNECTOR SERIES • Pogo pin contacts can be easily cleaned and are resilient against damage caused by dirt and debris ingress • Break-Away function • International protection class IP6K8 and IP6K9K Small and compact design High-contact density High-speed data transmission capable Break-Away function International protection class IP6K8 With dual-locking option High reliability for harsh Screw locking with ratchet mechanism half turn to fully High vibration resistant International protection class IP6K8 More mating cycles...

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PRODUCT INFORMATION ODU AMC® LOCKING MECHANISMS – THE PERFECT CONNECTION ODU offers you high-quality connectors and comprehensive service for the complete assembly. From connectors to submersible overmolded cable assemblies, we provide the complete system as a one-stop solution. PUSH-PULL LOCKING The proven Push-Pull locking principle ensures reliable mechanical mating and demating in less than a second. During the mating process, locking tabs on the plug align with corresponding grooves in the receptacle and form a robust, resilient connection between shell bodies. The connection can only be...

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