LPA supply a range of connector backshells, protective covers and related accessories.
The backshell range includes:
- Circular backshells
- Rectangular backshells
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Backshells & Dustcaps for connectors
1720 / 3357 Connectors – ABS 0364 / ABS 1019
The 1720 / 3357 push-pull connectors are reliable and easy to use.
The 1720 connectors have a push-pull locking system and for fixing on to structures. The connector receptacle is fixed on to the appropriate structure using 3 locking pods (one of which is spring loaded) which are inserted into 3 pre-positioned fixing holes. This ensures installation, maintenance and use is quick and easy.
The 1720 / 3357 connectors are used by the commercial aviation industry.
1900 Rectangular Connectors – EN3545
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ASR Snap Rectangular Connectors
A new concept in miniature connectors, the ASR connector is designed for performance, has a compact footprint and is easy to mate.
The ASR connector series features a simple self locking snap mechanism and with the ability to use in a blind mating situation. They connect and disconnect with two fingers!
It is lightweight, durable and environmentally sealed. The ASR connector is polarised in several aspects to prevent mis-mate, accepts standard mil spec contacts, RF contacts and can be supplied with PCB contacts.
Accessories including cable clamps and backshells are also available.
ARINC 404 Connectors
Arinc 404 rack and panel connectors are designed to meet or exceed the requirements of MIL-C-81659 and ARINC Specification 404.
The series is a multi-purpose connector used in aerospace, military, and computer periphery applications and others. These connectors are available in five shell styles with up to four insert cavities. Insert arrangements are available utilising a single type contact or a combination of standard and coaxial contacts.
Application specific designs including transient protection are available.
ARINC 600 Connectors
ARINC 600 Connectors are a recognised standard rack and panel connector for aircraft applications.
The ARINC 600 is the successor to the ARINC 404 for many of the new avionics designs. Compared to the ARINC 404, the ARINC 600 features lower mating force contacts, increased contact count and a front release, floating keying system.
The extensive product offering will meet the most demanding needs our of customers. At the design-in stage, we will work with you to select a connector from our standard product line or co-ordinate the design of an application specific connector.
The ARINC 600 rack and panel connectors are designed to meet all relevant ARINC 600 connector specifications.
Filter Connectors
Filter connectors have been used for many years as a cost effective and space saving solution to EMI issues in a wide range of aerospace, defence type applications.
A low pass filter connector incorporates capacitors and ferrite inductors generally within a standard connector body. Most filter types L, C, LC, Pi and T filters can be incorporated. In addition to this, more specific configurations using Diodes, Metal Oxide Veristors (MOV’s) and various Transient Voltage Suppression (TVS) devices to provide protection against EMP/ NEMP/ LEMP/ HEMP and ESD threats.
In conjunction with our partners we can offer an extensive range of standard and customised filtered connectors including EMC and EMP protection for sensitive circuits used on a wide range of applications within military and civil aerospace, C4i systems, Vetronics, industrial and power distribution systems.
LPA can also supply filtered versions of application specific products as well as custom and integrated system solutions.
Hermetic Connectors D38999
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Hermetic connectors are a proven glass to metal seal technology and satisfy those applications that require much more than a simple watertight capability. This includes high pressure to high temperature variations. As well as stocking many standard QPL qualified mil spec qualified products, LPA Channel Electric can support customer’s specific requirements, from a shell or contact change to a more complex integrated solution.
Micro-D Connectors M83513
The Amphenol Micro-D connector series (M83513) offers proven military spec performance and reliability in rectangular and stripline micro connectors. The Micro-D connectors are available in rectangular D, strip and custom card edge configurations, with contacts on .050 (1.27) centres.
Inserts in Micro-D miniature connectors with signal and coax/power are also available. The socket contact is a precision fabricated tube. Pin and socket contacts are epoxy retained in high-grade thermoplastic insulators. The contact system has proven reliability, exceeding the performance specifications of MIL-DTL-83513.
Terminations are available in a broad range including solder cup, terminated to wire harness, vertical and right angle PCB. Plastic and metal shell versions are available in Micro-D series, in a broad range of shell finishes. A board range of mounting hardware is available (jackscrews, posts, guide pins), as well as straight and angled back-shell.
Rhino 38999 Power Connector
Rhino is like its name, a very strong and reliable method of connecting high current. It combines the proven technology of Mil-DTL-38999 with the low resistant hyperbolic RADSOCK technology.
The Rhino series is ideally suited for high power and voltage harsh environments.
SIM / EN4165 Multi Modular Rectangular Connectors from Amphenol Air LB
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Terminal Junction Modules
Removable distribution modules type 1755, 1756 and 1765 provide high density wiring modular connections, very high performance, along with easy and fast installation. They can be inserted and extracted without special tools, individually or all along the rail which locks each module in place.
The modules can be changed at any time without removing the adjacent modules and the rail is available in metal or lightweight composite material. All modules have the same pitch of .5551 inch.
These modules can be assembled on the same rail with feedback modules, mixed modules, with inserted diodes and terminal junction blocks (BJT).
We can supply multiple types suitable for different environments and contaminants.
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VG95234 / GCB-B Series Circular Connectors
VG95234 and GCB-B Connector
A circular connector series, offering high reliability and versatility. These connectors with reverse bayonet coupling conform to and, where appropriate, are approved to VG95234 standard. They are interchangeable with MIL-C-5015 product using the same dimensions & contact arrangement.. They are an improvement on the 5015 series.°
They are waterproof and provide exceptional wear and anti-vibration characteristics.
The proven reverse bayonet coupling with nodular washer guarantees a fast and effortless locking/unlocking action but avoids an unintentional unlatch due to heavy vibrations.
All VG95234 designs are equipped with an individual wire sealing grommet.
If VG95234 connectors are required with modifications, e.g. with solder contacts or other shell or contact plating, they are to be ordered with GCB-B designation.
GCA-B Series
The GCA-B connectors are fully interchangeable and intermateable with GCB-B connectors and offer a variety of additional arrangements that are not described in the VG95234 specifications.
They have the same technical features as GCB-B series except the contacts arrangements that have a special design.
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Hydraulic & Pneumatic Pipe Clamps
LPA supply many different types of fixings for pipes.
ABS1339 Light Cable Clamps
The ABS1339 Light (ABS1339L) series is a range of lightweight cable clamps for all applications from Aerospace to Industrial, and are available in composite and silicone. They are designed to keep the cable harness securely positioned on a structure, with a significant 50% weight saving over standard metallic clamps.
The ABS1339L allows structures to be installed with the clips prior to the harness being fitted. The harness is secured quickly to the structure with the use of a simple cable tie. Removal of the cable tie enables quick removal of the harness.
Robust and flexible, the ABS1339L clamps absorb shocks, vibrations and offer unequalled protection of bundles against pinching, crushing or mechanical wear thanks to the silicone cushion.
The series is available in 8 different sizes for cable bundles of 5mm to 48mm diameter.
| Part Number ABS |
Clamp Size | Admissible Bundle Diameters (mm) |
A (mm) |
B (mm) |
ØC (mm) |
D (mm) |
E (°) |
F (mm) |
G (mm) |
| ABS1339 D 01 L | 01 | 5 to 8 | 17 | 5.5 | 8 | 1.7 | 15 | 7.4 | 3.5 |
| ABS1339 D 02 L | 02 | 8 to 11 | 18.5 | 7.15 | 11 | 1.8 | 16 | 7.5 | |
| ABS1339 D 03 L | 03 | 10.5 to 14 | 20.4 | 9.2 | 14.8 | 1.9 | 17 | 7.6 | |
| ABS1339 D 04 L | 04 | 13.5 to 19.5 | 23.05 | 12 | 20.1 | 2 | 18 | 7.7 | |
| ABS1339 D 05 L | 05 | 19 to 26 | 26.75 | 15.85 | 27.5 | 2.1 | 19 | 7.8 | |
| ABS1339 D 06 L | 06 | 25.5 to 33 | 31 | 20.25 | 36 | 2.5 | 20 | 7.9 | 5.8 |
| ABS1339 D 07 L | 07 | 32.5 to 40 | 36 | 25.4 | 46 | 2.8 | 21 | 8 | 8.3 |
| ABS1339 D 08 L | 08 | 39.5 to 48 | 40 | 31 | 55 |
CC1339L Light Quick Fix Cable Clamps
The CC1339 Light (CC1339L) series is a range of lightweight cable clamps for all applications from Aerospace to Industrial, and are available in composite and silicone. They are designed to keep the cable harness securely positioned on a structure, with a significant 50% weight saving over standard metallic clamps.
The CC1339L allows structures to be installed with the clips prior to the harness being fitted. The harness is secured quickly to the structure with the use of a simple cable tie. Removal of the cable tie enables quick removal of the harness.
Robust and flexible, the CC1339L clamps absorb shocks, vibrations and offer unequalled protection of bundles against pinching, crushing or mechanical wear thanks to the silicone cushion.
The series is available in 8 different sizes for cable bundles of 5mm to 48mm diameter.
| Part number CC1339L |
Clamp size | Admissible bundle | A (mm) |
B (mm) |
ØC (mm) | D (mm) | E (mm) |
F (mm) |
G (mm) |
| CC1339 D 01L | 01 | 5 to 8 | 18 | 5.5 | 8 | 1.7 | 15 | 7.4 | 3.5 |
| CC1339L D 02L | 02 | 8 to 11 | 18.5 | 7.15 | 11 | 1.8 | 16 | 7.5 | |
| CC1339L D 03L | 03 | 10.5 to 14 | 20.4 | 9.2 | 14.8 | 1.9 | 17 | 7.6 | |
| CC1339L D 04L | 04 | 13.5 to 19.5 | 23.05 | 12 | 20.1 | 2 | 18 | 7.7 | |
| CC1339L D 05L | 05 | 19 to 26 | 26.75 | 15.85 | 27.5 | 2.1 | 19 | 7.8 | |
| CC1339L D 06L | 06 | 25.5 to 33 | 31 | 20.25 | 36 | 2.5 | 20 | 7.9 | 5.8 |
| CC1339L D 07L | 07 | 32.5 to 40 | 36 | 25.4 | 46 | 2.8 | 21 | 8 | 8.3 |
| CC1339L D 08L | 08 | 39.5 to 48 | 40 | 31 | 55 |
CC5516 Light Cable Clamps
CC5516 Light (CC5516L) series is a new range of lightweight Cable Clamps. Made of composite and silicone, derived from the legacy NSA5516 metallic clamps. They are designed to keep cable harnesses or hydraulic pipes securely maintained on a structure, with a significant 73% weight saving over traditional metallic NSA5516 clamps.
The CC5516L have an integrated pre-locking system which allows pre-positioning the clamp on the harness. The screw (not supplied) allows the clamp to lock and fix on the structure in one operation making an effortless and quick install.
CC5516L clamps absorb shocks and vibrations. They offer unequalled protection of bundles and pipes against pinching, crushing or mechanical wear.
They are suitable for applications in harsh environment and temperatures up to +225°C.
Thanks to their design, it is possible to stack them whatever their size. They are available in 10 sizes, for bundles or pipes diameters from 5 to 25.4 mm.
Lightweight Aircraft Fixings including ABS 1424
LPA supply many different types of fixings for cables, pipes and electrical terminal rails. The list is endless.
Hermetically Sealed Relays from STPI & DRI
LPA offer a wide range of hermetically sealed relays from STPI, DRI and REL. Designed for harsh environments, and military & CECC qualified.
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Electronics Design & Manufacture
LPA Lighting Systems offer a comprehensive electronic design service. From concept design through to finished product, and complete with all the necessary approvals.
Electronics expertise in analogue and power electronics design, with extensive specialist knowledge in LED technology and mechanical design expertise. We use design software for printed circuit board layout, 3D and 2D mechanical design and lighting illumination simulation.
A comprehensive knowledge of the appropriate standards and approval processes, in conjunction with high reliability design techniques ensures performance optimisation, full compliance and often unique design outcomes.
Our state of the art manufacturing facility supports a wide range of electronic, electrical and mechanical production requirements. Typical products manufactured include printed circuit boards, luminaires and electronics incorporated into enclosures or chassis.
Our electronics manufacturing facility is equipped with fully automated surface mount assembly lines including screen printing of solder paste, automatic component pick and place, and seven zone reflow ovens. Conventional components are inserted using laser guided semi automated equipment.
The production test function is an extremely important phase of the manufacturing process and therefore, a combination of automatic test equipment (ATE), manufacturing defects analysis (MDA) and advanced optical inspection (AOI) are used to ensure a totally functional product which operates to the designed specification.