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Rugged Solutions
to Withstand
Extreme Temperatures
and Vibration
Engines
Powering a missile is hot and hazardous. Propulsion systems include rocket
and jet engines, turbofans, and ramjets—sometimes with multiple engines for
multistage missiles. Catapult systems or even an explosive charge
are also employed.
Connecting In Extreme Environments
The engine system presents severe connectivity challenges to withstand the
extreme temperatures, potential exposure to harsh chemicals, and the shock and
vibration of an engine delivering thousands of pounds of thrust.
TE offers a range of connectors to meet the pyrotechnics needs of engines, with
temperature ratings as high as 350°C and firewall capabilities to help isolate the
engine section.
Typical Applications
• Surface to Air
• Cruise
• ICBM
• Anti-Ship
• Anti-Aircraft
DEUTSCH Pyrotechnic Connectors
DEUTSCH 983 Series Connectors These ultra-rugged connectors for copper and
Our EN2997- and M83723-compatible fiber optic cable are designed to withstand harsh
connectors are designed for engines and environmental factors like extreme vibration and
boosters. Variations include shell-to-shell shock, and the high temperatures generated by
bottoming, anti-rotation, self-locking, ignition and propulsion
260°C continuous operating temperatures,
500-hour salt spray capability, and
EN2591-318 flammability capability
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