Radio and Audio Connectors and Cables

Industry-Standard QPL M55116 Solutions plus HiPer 55116 MCOTS versions with Superior Electrical, Environmental, and Mechanical Performance

MIL-DTL-55116 QPL and High-Performance MCOTS

Series 151Series 152

The MIL-DTL-55116 audio frequency connector has been used in tactical radio systems for generations. Now, this reliable, field-cleanable interconnect has been specified for use in the Joint Tactical Radio System — the next generation voice and data radio for U.S. military field operations, ensuring its continued use and service to soldiers, sailors and airmen. Glenair manufactures two versions of the MIL-DTL-55116 audio connector: a standard-performance QPL solution, and an intermateable advanced-performance MCOTS derivative with:

Low contact resistance: less than 10 milliohms
IP68 rated sealing in mated and unmated condition
1,000 hour+ salt spray corrosion resistance
Integrated EMI ground spring provides improved 2.5 milliohm shell-to-shell conductivity performance
Integrated cable shield termination band porch
Superior 100 pound cable pull test rating

Reference

MIL-DTL-55116 Catalog Selection Guide

Series 152 (Glenair HiPer 55116)

Series 151 (Standard MIL-DTL-55116)

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MIL-DTL-55116 QPL and MCOTS Radio Connectors and Cables

M55116 Product Datasheet

QPL and HiPer 55116 Audio Connectors

Radio and Audio Connectors and Cables

Industry-Standard QPL M55116 Solutions plus HiPer 55116 MCOTS versions with Superior Electrical, Environmental, and Mechanical Performance

Series 151 and Series 152

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Series 152 / HiPer 55116

	152-001 Audio plug with wire strain relief HiPer 55116
	157-009 Audio Plug with wire strain relief, crimp-removable contacts HiPer 55116
	152-006 Audio Plug Cordset with Wire Strain Relief HiPer 55116
	152-002 Audio Plug with termination porch and overmolding adapter HiPer 55116
	157-010 Audio Plug with band/overmold adapter, crimp-removable contacts HiPer 55116
	152-005 Overmolded Audio Plug Cordset HiPer 55116
	152-004 In-Line Audio Receptacle HiPer 55116
	157-011 In-Line Audio Receptacle with crimp-removable contacts HiPer 55116
	152-007 Overmolded In-Line Audio Receptacle Cordset HiPer 55116
	152-003 Radio-Mount Jam Nut Audio Receptacle HiPer 55116
	152-013 Radio Mount Audio Receptacle with PC tails HiPer 55116
	152-012 Radio Mount Audio Receptacle with PC tails and 3 ground pins HiPer 55116
	240-152-003 Filtered Audio Receptacle, Radio Mount with Solder Cup Contacts HiPer 55116
	240-152-013 Filtered Audio Receptacle, Radio Mount with PC tails HiPer 55116

Series 151 / MIL-DTL-55116

	151-001M55116/3 - /4U-229 Field-Serviceable Audio Plug with Wire Strain Relief Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 QPL audio plugs are designed for high-reliability, severe environment radio communications equipment. They are available in both 5 pin and 6 pin configurations, with either crimp sleeve (COTS) or solder cup terminals (QPL). All feature versatile wire strain relief to protect cable conductors from damage. Shells are made of nylon overmolded passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Plug connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	151-002M55116/7 - /8U-182 Molded Audio Plug Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 QPL molded audio plugs are designed for overmolding in cable cordsets for high-reliability, severe environment radio communications equipment, and are not field-serviceable. They are available in 5 pin and 6 pin configurations, with crimp sleeve (COTS) or solder cup (QPL) terminals. Shells are made of nylon overmolded passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Plug connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	151-003M55116/9 - /10U-183 Radio-Mount Jam Nut Audio Receptacle Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 QPL panel mount jam nut receptacles are designed for high-reliability, severe environment communications equipment. They are available in either a 5 pin or 6 pin configuration. Receptacles are equipped with solder cup spring terminals and a jam nut for panel mounting. Shells and nuts are made of passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Receptacle connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	151-004M55116/13 - /14U-228 In-Line Audio Receptacle with Wire Strain Relief Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 QPL in-line audio receptacles are designed for high-reliability tactical communications equipment. They are available in both 5 pin and 6 pin configurations, with either crimp sleeve (COTS) or solder cup (QPL) pogo pin terminals. All feature wire strain relief to protect cable conductors from damage. Shells are made of passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Receptacle connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	151-015 All-Metal Audio Plug with Wire Strain Relief Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 type all-metal audio plugs are designed for high-reliability, severe environment radio communications equipment. They are available in both 5 pin and 6 pin configurations, with either crimp sleeve (COTS) or solder cup terminals (QPL). All feature versatile wire strain relief to protect cable conductors from damage. Shells are made of passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Plug connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	157-008 Audio Plug with 8-Position Configurable 90° Cable Entry MIL-DTL-55116 type audio plugs feature 90° cable entry with an integrated, configurable 8-position backshell. 6 conductors accommodation with max Ø .045" insulation each. Available in both 5 pin and 6 pin configurations. Shells are made of passivated stainless steel, contacts are gold plated copper alloy. Plug connector contacts are sealed in the unmated condition.
	151-005 Jam Nut Audio Receptacle with PC Tails MIL-DTL-55116 type receptacles available in 5 or 6 pin configuration, equipped with PC tails. Shell and nut is stainless steel with passivated/light sand blasted finish IAW MIL-F-14072 type F300. Also available with Nickel-PTFE finish. Contacts are gold plated copper.
	151-010 Jam Nut Audio Receptacle with PC Tails and 3 Ground Pins MIL-DTL-55116 type receptacles available in 5 or 6 pin configuration, equipped with PC tails and 3 shell ground contacts. Shell and nut are stainless steel with passivated/light sand blasted finish IAW MIL-F-14072 type F300. Contacts are gold plated copper.
	157-005 Audio Connector Feed-Thru Adapter, 55116 to D38999 Wall/panel-mount, square-flange feed-thru adapter. MIL-DTL-55116 type receptacle on one side, MIL-DTL-38999 Series III threaded plug on the other, shell size 09, insert arrangement 09-35. Stainless steel passivated shells, gold-plated copper alloy contacts.
	157-012 Audio Connector Feed-Thru Adapter, 55116 to Mighty Mouse 157-012 jam nut adapter mates to any M55116 /2, /4, /6, or /8 audio plug on one end, and a Series 804 Mighty Mouse push-pull connector with a 6-6 arrangement on the other, such as 804-001 or 804-002, Z1 material/finish code. Stainless steel passivated shell/jam nut, gold-plated copper contacts and copper alloy contact springs.
	657-098 Dummy Receptacle for Series 151 and 152 Plugs 657-098 Dummy receptacle mates with all Glenair series 151 and 152 MIL-DTL-55116 plugs. Stainless steel construction with black oxide finish per MIL-C-13924, Class 4.
	667-374 and 667-355 Protective Covers for 151 and 152 Series Plugs/Receptacles Protective Covers are designed for high-reliability, severe environment communications Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 Type Connectors and meet the interface configurations and specifications of MIL-DTL-55116C.
	151-008 Rubber Protective Cover for Sr. 151/152 Receptacles Rubber Protective Covers are designed for high-reliability, severe environment communications Series 151 MIL-DTL-55116 Type receptacles, and meet the interface configurations and specifications of MIL-DTL-55116C.
	Nano Banding Tool and Bands for Series 151 and 152 Connectors with Banding Platforms The 601-108 Band-Master ATS® Nano Tool with Counter for Nano Ban Weighs 1.15 lbs., and is designed for nano flat .075" width clamping bands in a tension range from 20 to 50 lbs. Calibrate at 50 lbs. ± 3 lbs. for most shield terminations. Tool and band should never be lubricated.