DLA - MIL-C-12520C
CONNECTOR, PLUG AND RECEPTACLE (ELECTRICAL, WATERPROOF), AND ACCESSORIES, GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR
| Organization: | DLA |
| Publication Date: | 5 November 1965 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 34 |
scope:
This specification covers the general requirements for a series of centerlock screw coupling, waterproof, polarized, multicontact connectors and accessories for inter-connection of power and control circuits on electronic equipment. (See 6.1)
The type designation shall be in the following form and as specified. (See 3.1 and 6.2):
Connectors are identified by the two-letter symbol "UW". (See 6.2).
The style is identified by a one-digit number; plugs by the number "1", receptacles by the number "2". (See 6.2).
The shell shape and cable accommodation are identified by one-digit number in accordance with Table I. Table I - Shell shape and cable accommodation
Symbol Shell shape and
cable accommodation
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The shell size is identified by a two-digit number. The two-digit number indicates the major diameter of the thread size on the receptacle measured in 1/116; inch increments.
The insert style is identified by a single-letter; male contacts by the letter "M", female contacts by the letter "F".
The insert arrangement is identified by a single letter in accordance with Table III. (See 3.5.3).
The maximum cable-size accommodation is identified by a two-digit number in accordance with Table II. The twodigit number indicates the maximum outer diameter of the cable in 1/32 -inch increments. Table II - Cable outside diameter ranges
Symbol Minimum Maximum
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intended Use:
The electrical connectors covered by this specification are intended primarily for ground or shore use.
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