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The central element of the Daniels Manufacturing Corporation Beta™
connector accessory tool product line is the adaptor tool. this
unique device is configured in such a manner as to mate perfectly
with the corresponding circular connector keying pattern. It,
therefore, can be used to hold the connector in a stationary position
while the accessory components are being installed or removed.
Many keying arrangements and shell sizes are utilized in high reliability
wiring systems and great care must be exercised when selecting and
using the Beta™ adaptor tool. DMC
has made great effort to combine the most possible applications into
each adaptor tool design, thereby minimizing the tool requirements
for overall system support. Many other important benefits are
designed into DMC Beta adaptor tools. SINGLE
TOOL FOR MULTIPLE KEYING POSITIONS
When multiple
keying positions exist within a specific shell size (diameter),
DMC engineers have designed
each adaptor tool to accommodate as many variations as possible.
Most adaptors will mate with six or more connectors having different
keying positions. When compared with dummy receptacles or
other connector holding devices, this flexibility is not possible.
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Typical
Methods for Alternate Keying |
MULTIPLE KEY ENGAGEMENTS
The critical
platings and delicate nature of connector keys are a prime consideration
in the design of a secure connector holding system. Therefore,
in all cases where the basic connector configuration permits, multiple
key engagement is utilized. This allows torque to be applied
to a greater surface are and over a larger portion of the circumference
of the connector.
ADAPTORS
ARE AVAILABLE FOR BOTH PLUGS AND RECEPTACLES
The rotating
coupling mechanism found on most plug connectors is the primary
adaptor tool design; however, many users currently realize the benefits
of adaptor tools when assembling or servicing receptacle connectors.
DMC has both versions
available for most circular connector series.
STANDARD
SQUARE DRIVE MOUNTING
All DMC
Adaptor tools are made with a standard square drive (either 3.8"
or 1/4") socket for easy utilization with common torque measuring
devices or other tooling. This eliminates the need for special
mounting fixtures or other considerations common to the use of dummy
receptacles and similar equipment.
SIMPLE
ORIENTATION TO THE CONNECTOR
All adaptor
tools have an indicator (dot) which visually orients it with the
master key on the connector. This enables the user to orient
the two components for mating without trial and error fumbling.
ECONOMICAL,
RELIABLE, AND AVAILABLE
There is not
a precision system for holding circular connectors available anywhere
which is more economical, reliable, or readily available to meet
your needs that the DMC
Beta™ adaptor tools.
 CIRCULAR
CONNECTORS AND THEIR ACCESSORIES
The evolution of electrical connectors has seen many changes
in design configuration and utilization of many variaties
of materials to meet the needs of their intended application.
Backshells, strain reliefs, and other accessories have been
a vital factor in that enduring evolutionary process.
Most connector
manufacturers and suppliers offer a limited variety of connector
accessories. But, the specific needs of aerospace designers
has fostered a connector accessory industry comprised of many
dynamic manufacturers, with extensive product lines dedicated
solely to components which extend the connector's performance
capabilities. This variety of products offers the equipment
designer total flexibility in the packaging of electronic
wiring systems.
In the
past two decades special consideration such as the shielding
of electrical circuits from interference generated by radar
systems, communication equipment, electrical fields, nuclear
fields and harsh environmental conditions, have required accessory
suppliers to develop multi-piece components which have very
specific assembly and maintenance requirements. The
demand for advanced tool capabilities is a critical element
in the utilization of these sophisticated backshell systems. |
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