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January 10, 2014

SubConn Micro Connector Range Streamlined

Photo: SubConn

Photo: SubConn

As a part of continuous efforts to accommodate market demand for ever more flexible, dependable and cost efficient underwater connectivity solutions, SubConn has introduced SubConn Micro ‘G2’ connectors to streamline its proven range of micro connectors. The SubConn Micro ‘G2’ connectors have enhanced sealing capability and utilize a uniform pin size and design. The entire range of SubConn connectors, is globally available through MacArtney Group operations and regional representatives.

Streamlined connectivity solutions for compact underwater applications
Based on the original SubConn circular series, SubConn micro connectors were developed to suit the increasingly more compact design of underwater instruments, equipment and systems. This way, SubConn micro connectors represents an ideal solution for ROV, ocean science, defense, diving, underwater camera, lighting and leisure applications with several thousand currently in use worldwide.

SubConn micro connectors are available with 2 to 21 contacts in the standard in line version and in bulkhead versions, while low profile connectors available with 3, 7 and 9 contacts. The streamlining of the range entails that all connector types are now available with a uniform pin size and design, featuring extensive rubber sealing of each pin along with three o-rings in all female connector sockets - for optimal water sealing capability.

Flexible materials, configurations and accessories
SubConn micro connectors are manufactured from high grade neoprene and a variety of body material options and feature a high ocean depth rating. The connectors are available in four standard shell sizes with contacts rated for 300 V at 5 to 10 A. All SubConn Micro bulkhead connectors come with numbered or color coded Teflon leads.

For easy integration with systems and equipment, SubConn micro connectors are often delivered with dedicated cables, locking sleeves and pressure proof dummy connectors. SubConn cables are of the flexible and water resistant neoprene type. The characteristic SubConn locking sleeves are manufactured from injection molded POM with stainless steel retaining snap rings.

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