Ultra Electronics Precision Air & Land Systems supplies innovative solutions to meet the environmental and operational requirements of the aerospace and defence industries.
Ultra asked Martec to design a prototype connection assembly for a new weapon ejection system.
Manufacturing Challenges
Martec was asked to create a high pressure electrical feedthrough with a integral connector to interface with the client’s hardware and provide the polarisation required for an insertable plug.
The client wanted the new assembly to use the smallest possible military-grade standard connector and to be capable of withstanding significant levels of design and burst pressure.
Designed
We identified the most suitable connector form for the job and put together a concept design for the client’s consideration. Once our concept was approved, Ultra provided Martec with detailed interface drawings to enable us to design and create the prototype connector assembly using advanced 3D CAD and CNC machining techniques.
Tested
- Extended high pressure
- Hermetic performance by helium leak
- Electrical
- Dimensional checks
Delivered
Material: Shell – Stainless Steel 316L
Insert – Custom designed PEEK connector
Pin count: 4 way
Plating: MIL-DTL-26482
Insert arrangement 8-4
Key facts
Custom design
Harsh/hostile environment
Match existing interface
Advance production and sealing
Non-destructive testing
Pressure testing
Design team support