BIRNS Millennium
BIRNS Millennium™ miniature, high-density metal shell connectors set the benchmark for elevated bandwidth delivery—they are the most advanced connectors of their type, and are meticulously qualified and tested. Created for rigorous use, the BIRNS Millennium series provides versatile, high-performance solutions, delivering maximum data and power for extreme depth applications. Tailored for demanding power or challenging signal applications and electromechanical applications (to 3 tons), the series is rated to 500V, and can be configured for high voltage. Hybrid electro-optical options can include both high voltage (≤ 3.6kV) and low voltage (≤600V) conductors, and all non-coax configurations can be rated to withstand high open face pressure to 6,000m. BIRNS’ new coax contacts have a maximum insertion loss of 0.7 dB at signal frequencies of 3GHz, with an associated maximum SWR of 1.7:1, and withstand open face hydrostatic pressure to depths of 1433m so far in initial testing protocols, with more testing currently underway. This new design provides incredible ease of assembly and connects directly to a standard MIL-STD-348 SMA connector.
Features:
- Can be rated for open-faced high pressure to 6km
- High contact density for maximized payload efficacy
- Unmatched performance with extreme data signal loads
- 15° lead-in angle construction for dual o-ring longevity and reliability
- Replaceable inserts, with BIRNS’ exclusive solder pot features
- Thick gold plating of contacts per MIL-G-45204, Type II, Class 1 (50 microns of hard gold)
Click on any of the pin configurations in the chart below.
PIN CONFIGURATIONS
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| M |         |
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| P |           |
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Additional Features:
- Heat-treated BeCu sockets
- Positive stainless steel stops preclude over-tightening
- Dual stainless steel keys/keyways for positive indexing
- Square “Acme” threads resist mechanical damage
- Redundant dual o-rings for effective sealing
- Configurable for both “solid” and “oil-filled” cables
- Available in competitors’ mounting configurations to facilitate replacement
- Permit the use of 22, 20, 16, 14, and 10 AWG contacts in the same connector, without the need for cumbersome incompatible “Regular and Long” shell sizes
The series can be made with special mounting configurations that can be designed to conform to MIL-C-24217/4-005 specs, to provide a seamless upgrade option for legacy equipment. For creating complete cable assembly systems, all of BIRNS’ expert electrical technicians are Certified IPC Specialists per J-STD-001 Class 3, and BIRNS’ optical technicians are ETA-I certified.
