wiredInUSA September 2017

A new series of vacuum-rated TVAC connectors from MilesTek

Vacuum-rated connectors

MilesTek has released a new series of vacuum-rated TVAC connectors, designed and manufactured with materials that meet NASA’s total mass loss (TML) or out-gassing requirements. The new series consists of five models that can be terminated to 0.129″ diameter cable. Available connector styles include TCS, TRB, TRS and TTM.

temperature ranging from +55°C to +200°C.

“These new vacuum-rated connectors were designed for use in thermal vacuum chamber research and development applications involving high performance satellites and space vehicles, where there is zero margin for error. [They] can be used to build new assemblies or as replacement connectors to repair existing assemblies,” said Mark Hearn, MilesTek product manager.

The 78 ohm connectors are designed for applications with an operating

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