Cinch launches Johnson AquaConn waterproof connectors and adapters
Designed for underwater applications in mil-aero, transportation, oil and gas, marine and the industrial IoT (IIoT), the Johnson AquaConn family of IP68-rated connectors and adapters have been announced by Cinch Connectivity Solutions, a Bel group company.
The waterproof range is intended for a wide variety of applications including LAN routers, base stations, satellite communication equipment, phased array radar systems, airborne ground radar, multiple input multiple output (MIMO) and active antennas.
The AquaConn family consists of SMA and TNC connectors, along with same series and between series adapters across the SMA, TNC, MCX, and MMCX families. The range includes SMA bulkhead jack connectors with contact options and SMA jack to SMA jack bulkhead adapaters and SMA jack to MCX bulkhead, TNC to SMA bulkhead adapters, together with crimp plugs.
All parts are available in stainless steel and brass are all waterproof in unmated condition. Bel claimed that they provide industry-leading waterproof performance. They are IP68 rated, providing maximum liquid ingress protection and also maximum solid particle protection.
Parts with the SMA designation operate up to 18GHz. TNC parts are larger, more rugged, and operate to 11GHz.
The waterproof connectors and adapters are available from major distributors including Digi-Key, Newark, Farnell, Heilind, and Mouser.
Cinch is a Bel group company which designs, manufactures and markets a broad array of products that include circuit protection, connectors, cable assemblies, discrete components, magnetics and power supplies. The company serves a global market and operates facilities around the world.
