Backshells & Protective Caps for Connectors

Backshells & Protective Caps for Connectors

LPA supply a range of connector backshells, protective covers and related accessories.

The backshell range includes:

  • Circular backshells
  • Rectangular backshells

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Circular backshells

Backshells are threaded onto the rear of the connector and provide screening, environmental sealing, strain relief and EMI/RFI protection for cable terminations.

This range includes straight and R/A single / double screen cone, cone and cable clamp, CFS, heat shrink boot, band, PG, dummy receptacle, caps, blanking covers, shorting cans etc.

The product is available in all standard materials and plating / finishes including the new high-performance hybrid finish and is RoHS, REACH and VG approved.

Rectangular backshells

Backshells are available in various styles and configurations including straight, 45° & 90°, split-type or one piece body.

Backshells for d-sub, micro d-sub, ARINC 600 rank and panel connectors.

Protective dust covers

LPA supply an extensive range of protection caps to suit most MIL spec circular connector series including, MIL-C-D38999 series 1, 2 & 3, MIL-C-26482 series 1 (pat 105) & 2, MIL-C-5015 (VG 95234) and others.

The metal protective caps are available in all shell sizes in plug and receptacle bayonet, screw and acme thread styles with interfacial seal.

Threaded onto the back of the connector, the backshell provides strain relief, EMI/RFI shielding, environmental protection and repairability to connector/cable terminations.

  • Two main components make up the backshell – threaded coupling nut & grooved body with teeth to mate securely with the corresponding connector
  • O ring is supplied to efficiently seal the connector-backshell interface and offers environmental protection
  • The grooved body of the backshell secures a heat shrink boot which protects the cable terminations

Termination styles:

  • Memory ring
  • Band
  • Crimp ring
  • Spring
  • Thread lock
  • Cone

Wide range of backshell options available for different applications.

Configurable items include:

  • Connector interface
  • Coupling ring option
  • Angle – straight, 45 and 90° to suit the cable wiring application and reduces strain
  • Material and finish
  • Shell size
  • Cable entry size
  • Cable clamp type – different types for light, medium and heavy duty clamps
  • Length – extended lengths can be supplied

Suitable for use in aerospace, marine, military, land systems and commercial applications.

Features and Benefits

Circular backshells

Backshells are threaded onto the rear of the connector and provide screening, environmental sealing, strain relief and EMI/RFI protection for cable terminations.

This range includes straight and R/A single / double screen cone, cone and cable clamp, CFS, heat shrink boot, band, PG, dummy receptacle, caps, blanking covers, shorting cans etc.

The product is available in all standard materials and plating / finishes including the new high-performance hybrid finish and is RoHS, REACH and VG approved.

Rectangular backshells

Backshells are available in various styles and configurations including straight, 45° & 90°, split-type or one piece body.

Backshells for d-sub, micro d-sub, ARINC 600 rank and panel connectors.

Protective dust covers

LPA supply an extensive range of protection caps to suit most MIL spec circular connector series including, MIL-C-D38999 series 1, 2 & 3, MIL-C-26482 series 1 (pat 105) & 2, MIL-C-5015 (VG 95234) and others.

The metal protective caps are available in all shell sizes in plug and receptacle bayonet, screw and acme thread styles with interfacial seal.

Range

Threaded onto the back of the connector, the backshell provides strain relief, EMI/RFI shielding, environmental protection and repairability to connector/cable terminations.

  • Two main components make up the backshell – threaded coupling nut & grooved body with teeth to mate securely with the corresponding connector
  • O ring is supplied to efficiently seal the connector-backshell interface and offers environmental protection
  • The grooved body of the backshell secures a heat shrink boot which protects the cable terminations

Termination styles:

  • Memory ring
  • Band
  • Crimp ring
  • Spring
  • Thread lock
  • Cone

Wide range of backshell options available for different applications.

Configurable items include:

  • Connector interface
  • Coupling ring option
  • Angle – straight, 45 and 90° to suit the cable wiring application and reduces strain
  • Material and finish
  • Shell size
  • Cable entry size
  • Cable clamp type – different types for light, medium and heavy duty clamps
  • Length – extended lengths can be supplied

Applications

Suitable for use in aerospace, marine, military, land systems and commercial applications.

LPA Channel Electric are a leading stockist and distributor of electrical components. With access to 1000’s of products, we prides ourselves on supplying the right product for the application. Working in the aerospace, defence and rail sectors since 1967, we offer knowledgeable sales engineers and excellent customer support. With LPA Channel Electric you are working with more than a distributor; you are dealing with a product supply specialist who can help identify sector specific solutions. Whether single spares, production build, obsolescence management, JIT, Kanban or Kitting, LPA Channel Electric are your one stop shop.

LPA Channel Electric are part of the LPA Group, a world leader in the design, build and supply of LED lighting, electrical connectors/connector systems, and high performance electrical components.

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