Glenair High Density (GHD) Fiber Optic Connection System

Glenair High Density (GHD) Fiber Optic Connection System

The Glenair High-Density size #18 genderless termini alternative to larger form-factor MIL-DTL-38999 fiber optic connectors. For military/aerospace applications that require reduced size and weight in a D38999-type package.

The system of choice for military and commercial air and space applications with aggressive size and weight requirements. Outstanding optical and environmental performance with nearly double the density of standard mil-spec, butt-joint solutions. Glenair High Density (GHD) is a complete fiber optic system with termini, connectors, cable and conduit assemblies, test probe adapters, tools, and more.

Same Optical, Mechanical, and Environmental Performance as D38999, at Nearly Double the Density

The GHD fiber optic connection system is a D38999 workalike designed for applications that require higher-density fiber optic insert arrangements with the same outstanding optical and environmental performance as MIL-DTL-38999. The GHD system accommodates a broad range of singlemode and multimode fiber media and offers insertion loss values less than 0.5dB (typical loss for Glenair termini is 0.3 dB). Dense cavity spacing is achieved with an innovative Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density as the standard M28876 and D38999 fiber optic connector series. The GHD system is also available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted back reflection. A removable Alignment Sleeve Retainer (ASR) makes for easy fiber optic cleaning and maintenance in plug connectors. GHD is a complete system that includes keyed and unkeyed termini, a complete range of connector configurations, backshells, accessories, test probe adapters, tools, and more.

  • Innovative #18 (1.25mm ferrule) front-release genderless termini accommodate 900μ to 2.0mm jacketed fiber
  • M85045/16 cable accommodation
  • Composite, aluminum, or stainless steel shells with MIL-DTL-38999 mating and accessory threads
  • Single key termini for APC polish available
  • Better optical performance than D38999 with nearly double the density
  • Precision alignment sleeve retainer with integrated guide pins

Reference

Product Datasheet


181-056 Size 18 Non-Keyed Terminus, 181-058 Dummy Terminus

181-056 Size 18 Non-Keyed Terminus
181-058 Dummy Terminus

The Glenair High Density Fiber Optic Connection System is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The System offers insertion loss values less than 0.5dB (typical loss for Glenair termini is 0.3 dB). Dense cavity spacing is acheived with an innovative front release terminus design and accomodation for M85045/16 simplex cable. The genderless Size 18 GHD terminus delivers nearly double the density of M28876, D38999, and ARINC 801 with superior optical performance.

  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
Size 18 Keyed Terminus for APC Polish, 181-047

181-047
Size 18 Keyed Terminus for APC Polish

The Glenair High Density Fiber Optic Connection System is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The System offers insertion loss values less than 0.5dB (typical loss for Glenair termini is 0.3 dB). Dense cavity spacing is acheived with an innovative front release terminus design and accomodation for M85045/16 cable. The 181-047 version is equipped with a single keying feature for APC polish.

  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
180-122 (06) Plug Connector with Alignment Sleeve Retainer, 180-122 (G6) Plug Connector with ASR and EMI/RFI/Ground Spring

180-122 (06) Plug Connector with Alignment Sleeve Retainer
180-122 (G6) Plug Connector with ASR and EMI/RFI/Ground Spring

The Series 180-122 Glenair High Density (GHD) fiber optic plug connector is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The GHD fiber optic system leverages D38999 mechanical and environmental design elements including mating interface, accessory attachment interface, ratcheting coupling nut, polarization key, panel cutouts, and more. The termini insert, however, has been completely re-engineered with innovative high-density Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density of standard M28876, D38999 and ARINC 801 fiber optic connector series. Keyed GHD system connectors and termini are available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted backreflection. A removable Alignment Sleeve Retainer (ASR) makes for easy termini cleaning and maintenance.

  • GHD Plug Connector with Removable Alignment Sleeve Retainer (ASR)
  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
In-Line Receptacle Connector, 180-122 (05)

180-122 (05)
In-Line Receptacle Connector

The Series 180-122 Glenair High Density (GHD) fiber optic in-line receptacle connector is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The GHD fiber optic system leverages D38999 mechanical and environmental design elements including mating interface, accessory attachment interface, ratcheting coupling nut, polarization keyways, O-ring seals, panel cutouts, and more. The termini insert, however, has been completely re-engineered with innovative high-density Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density of standard M28876, D38999 and ARINC 801 fiber optic connector series. Keyed GHD system connectors and termini are available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted backreflection.

  • D38999 Style In-Line Receptacle Connector
  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
Jam Nut Mount Receptacle Connector, 180-122 (08)

180-122 (08)
Jam Nut Mount Receptacle Connector

The Series 180-122 Glenair High Density (GHD) fiber optic jam nut mount receptacle connector is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The GHD fiber optic system leverages D38999 mechanical and environmental design elements including mating interface, accessory attachment interface, ratcheting coupling nut, polarization keyways, O-ring seals, panel cutouts, and more. The high-density front-release termini insert, however, has been completely re-engineered as an innovative Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density of standard M28876, D38999, and ARINC 801 fiber optic connector series. Keyed GHD system connectors and termini are available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted backreflection.

  • GHD Jam Nut Mount Receptacle Connector
  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
Square Flange Receptacle with Round Holes, 180-122 (H7)

180-122 (H7)
Square Flange Receptacle with Round Holes

The Series 180-122 Glenair High Density (GHD) fiber optic square flange receptacle connector with round mounting holes is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The GHD fiber optic system leverages D38999 mechanical and environmental design elements including mating interface, accessory attachment interface, ratcheting coupling nut, polarization keyways, panel cutouts, and more. The high-density front-release termini insert, however, has been completely re-engineered as an innovative Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density of standard M28876, D38999, and ARINC 801 fiber optic connector series. Keyed GHD system connectors and termini are available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted backreflection.

  • GHD Square Flange Receptacle with Standard (round) Holes
  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System
Square Flange Receptacle with Slotted Holes, 180-122 (S7)

180-122 (S7)
Square Flange Receptacle with Slotted Holes

The Series 180-122 Glenair High Density (GHD) fiber optic square flange receptacle connector with slotted mounting holes is designed for applications that require reduced size and weight as well as outstanding optical and environmental performance. The GHD fiber optic system leverages D38999 mechanical and environmental design elements including mating interface, accessory attachment interface, ratcheting coupling nut, polarization keyways, O-ring seals, panel cutouts, and more. The high-density front-release termini insert, however, has been completely re-engineered as an innovative Size 18 genderless front-release terminus design that provides nearly double the density of standard M28876, D38999, and ARINC 801 fiber optic connector series. Keyed GHD system connectors and termini are available with APC Angle Polish to reduce unwanted backreflection.

  • GHD Square Flange Receptacle with Slotted Holes
  • Front-Release, High-Density Fiber Optic Connection System