MT 38999 Fiber Optic Circular Connectors

Amphenol Aerospace offers multi-channel circular connectors with high-density MT fiber optics for use in the harsh environments found in military and aerospace applications. Amphenol Aerospace has established the rugged and reliable MIL-DTL-38999 as a common connector shell platform that houses a wide variety of fiber optic termini, including MT ferrules. Industry-standard, very-high-density plastic ferrules are available in either 12-fiber or 24-fiber versions in multi-mode PC, single-mode PC, and single-mode APC configurations.

Features

• High fiber density in a relatively small circular connector package with all the advantages of the MIL-DTL-38999 series III connector
• Three levels of alignment provide precision fiber-to-fiber interface:
• Shell-to-shell with keying to allow for alternate positions
• Insert plug to insert receptacle
• MT contact guide pins
• Ferrules are available in either 12-fiber or 24-fiber versions in multi-mode PC, single-mode PC, and single-mode APC configurations
• Two arrangements are available: shell size 11 with one ferrule and shell size 21 with four ferrules