1. Outstanding Performance and Availability
Glenair Backshells:
Outstanding Performance and Availability

2. Why Connectors Need Backshells
Common Connector Problems and Solutions
Problem
Environmental Damage
Electromagnetic Interference
Mechanical Damage to Conductors
Mechanical Damage to Pins and Threads
Connector-to-Cable Routing
Cable and Conduit Integration
Solution
Cable Sealing Backshells and Protective Covers
EMI/RFI Shield (Screen) Termination Backshells
Strain-Relief Backshells
Protective Covers and Boots
Multiple Angle and Profile Backshells
Transition Fittings and Adapters

3. Glenair Backshell Product Lines
Backshells and Accessories for Every Application
Glenair Circular Connector Backshells and Accessories
Mil-Spec Backshells and Connector Accessories
Rectangular Connector Backshells
Composite Thermoplastic Connector Accessories
Backshell Assembly Tools, Banding Tools and Accessories

4. Specifying Mil-Spec Backshells
AS85049, M24758, M28840, M38999
and Other Military Specifications
NO GAPS: Glenair has every QPL with most slash sheets in stock
Use Wall Chart for Scratch Selection
Use Part Number Index to Match Part Number and Catalog Page
Use Military Part Number Reference Guide to Cross Mil-Spec Numbers to Glenair Commercial Series Parts
Internet: QwikCreate Part Number Builder and NSN Cross Reference

5. Glenair Circular Connector Backshell Part Number Systems
Ref: Big Red Book of Backshells
Glenair Product Code/Product Series System
310 – Shrink Boot Adapter
360 - Non-Environmental Strain-Relief Backshell
370 - Environmental Strain Relief Backshell
380 - Non-Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells
390 - Environmental EMI/RFI Backshells
440 - Banding and Crimp Ring Adapters
450 - Qwik-Ty Strain-Reliefs
620 – Strain-Reliefs
660 – Protective Covers

6. Cable Sealing Backshell Designs
Three Basic Options
Submersible: Cable sealing grommet, follower and backshell counterbore provides immersion protection to 2 meters.
Water-Tight: Integrated cable sealing grommet provides immersion protection to one meter.
Splash-Proof: light duty design provides moisture and dust resistance only

7. EMI/RFI Backshell Designs
Glenair Supports Every Industry-Standard Design
Single and Multiple Conical Rings
Crimp Rings
Banding Terminations
Castellated or Splined Rings
Lampbase Thread Rings
Radial Compression Springs
Integrated Shield Socks
Magnaforming
Tinel Lock-Rings

8. Band-it Shield Termination System
Fast and reliable RFI/EMI/EMP shield termination
No welding, soldering, crimping or magna-forming required - fully field repairable shield terminations
Fast, highly reliable terminations virtually eliminate EMI leakage and pass severe shock, vibration and thermal tests
“One size fits all” tool and band design provides unmatched flexibility
In stock and ready for same-day shipment

9. Cable Strain-Relief Designs
Matching the Technology to the Application
Straight and Angled Designs
Light, Medium and Heavy-Duty Saddle Bars
Qwik-Tys
QwikClamps
Others

10. Backshell Angle and Profile
Critical Step in Cable Routing Design
Standard Profile
Low Profile
Full Radius Profile
Low Profile Split Shell
Ultra Low Profile Split Shell
Straight, 45 and 90 Degree

11. Backshell-to-Connector Coupling
Five Basic Designs
Direct Coupling
Rotatable Coupling
Self-Locking Rotatable Coupling
Positive-Lock (NESTOR) Non-Detent Coupling
Composite “G-Load” Coupling

12. Rectangular Backshells
Complete Backshell Support for All Rectangular Connector Families
MIL-C-24308
MIL-C Configuration
MIL-C-83733
ARINC Series 600
MIL-DTL-83513
Cannon Series 400
MIL-C-83527/A
All the Rest

13. Composite Thermoplastic Designs
For advanced weight savings to corrosion protection
Weight savings: 40% over aluminum
Corrosion protection: unlimited
Inherent shock and vibration dampening
Reduced magnetic and acoustic signatures (stealth)
Cadmium free
Flame resistant, chemical resistant and high-temperature tolerant
Dimensionally stable
Accepts plating for EMI/RFI protection

14. Part Number Development
The bread and butter of accessory specification
Product Series
Connector Designator
Angle and Profile
Basic Part Number
Finish Symbol
Shell Size
Cable Diameter
Strain Relief Style
Length of Part
Other: Drain holes, attachment lengths, special modifications

15. Internet-Based Automated Part Number Development
QwikCreate
Internet-Based Automated Part Number Development
Build or analyze part numbers via a simple menu interface
Generate printable document with all relevant dimensional data
Link to catalog page for additional information
Automatically select for Style 2 cable entry
Link to on-line order entry

16. Backshell Assembly and Connector Holding Tools
Full 360o gripping surface of backshell coupling nuts and connector plugs and receptacles
For production and field maintenance
Manual and pneumatic hand tools, strap wrenches and torque wrenches
M83507/15-01, TG70 and TG80 circular connector tools
Complete kits and/or individual tools and parts
In stock and ready for same-day shipment

17. Glenair’s Position in the Marketplace
Full-Service, High-Availability Interconnect Solutions
Full Spectrum Product Lines —No Gaps
Fast, Personal Response to RFQ’s
Vertically Integrated Factory No Third World Subs
Same Day Availability for 45,000+ Commercial and Mil-Spec Accessories
Worldwide Service and Support