Amphenol MIL-DTL-5015 and MIL-5015 Type Standard Cylindrical Connectors are durable, field-proven connectors designed for medium to heavy weight applications requiring environmental resistance. They feature resilient inserts, threaded couplings, and single key/keyway shell polarization, offering a cost-effective solution for demanding environments. These connectors are suitable for military ground support equipment, ordnance, and shipboard installations, providing well-proven electrical capability where durability is important. Amphenol offers the largest selection of MS/Standard cylindrical connectors in the market, with various class designations, shell styles, sizes, and contact arrangements to meet diverse application needs.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | Up to 3000 VAC (RMS) at sea level |
| Shell Styles | Five |
| Shell Sizes | Nineteen |
| Contact Arrangements | 305 available (from 1 to 104 circuits) |
| Contact Sizes | 16-0 (accepting 22-0 AWG) |
| Contact Types | Solder or crimp contacts; Coaxial and thermocouple options |
| Class Designations | A, C, E, F, R |
| Alternate Insert Positioning | Available |
| Hermetic Configurations | Available |
| Plating Options | Zinc alloy plating (cadmium-free) available |
| MIL-DTL-5015 Compliance | MS connectors meet the latest performance requirements of MIL-DTL-5015. |
| Class A Description | Solid Shell for general, non-environmental applications. |
| Class C Description | Pressurized for use on pressurized bulkheads or pressure barriers; limits air leakage. |
| Class E/F Description | Environmental Resisting with Strain Relief designed for applications exposed to moisture, vibration, and rapid changes in pressure and temperature. |
| Class R Description | Lightweight Environmental Resisting shorter and lighter than E/F classes, offering high reliability under adverse conditions; recommended for new design applications. |