38999 Series

RNJ - HE308 - Rack & Panel

Rack & Panel Blind Mate connector for harsh environments
Part Number :
RNJ
38999 Series

RNJ - HE308 - Rack & Panel

Rack & Panel Blind Mate connector for harsh environments

Key features

  • Rack and panel range derived from HE308 / 38999 series I
  • 8 shell sizes from 11 to 25
  • Realignment capabilities & floatability on 3 axis
  • Quick and easy connection, 100% scoop proof design
  • Several materials et platings available, with RoHS & REACH compliant versions

Applications

  • Battlefield Communication C5ISR
  • Ground Vehicles
  • Military Avionics
  • Commercial Air 
  • Missiles
  • Space
     
Technical information

Product benefits :

  • Several receptacles and plugs style : Square flange, Jam nut... 
  • Connection between a rack and a panel without manually coupling/uncoupling the connectors
  • Uses sames contacts and inserts than 38999 series I & III
  • Many versions available : Stand-off (double flange), reduced flange...
  • Compatible with many M85049 backshells for 38999 series I connectors


Materials & Platings :

  • Aluminum : Olive drab Cadmium, Black Zinc Nickel, Nickel, plated
  • Stainless Steel : Passivated
  • ROHS

Contacts types & terminations :

  • More than 80 contacts arrangements
  • Contacts size 23 HD to 4/0
  • Signal, Power, High-speed versions (Coax, Twinax, Quadrax, Octomax...), and optical termini
  • Crimp & PC-Tails (gold & tinned versions)

Environmental Characteristics :

  • 500 mating cycles
  • 65degC to +175degC
  • From 48 to 500 hours depending on material & plating
  • IPX7 when mated and fully cabled

Electrical characteristics :

  • Insulation resistance @Ambient : 105 Mohms
  • Contact rating from 3 to 500 Amps
Documentations
2 documents

Catalog MIL-DTL-38999 & Derivates

Catalog
Last update : 07/11/2024

Catalog RNJ

Catalog
Last update : 16/01/2024
Videos
FAQ
38999 reduced flange jam nut receptacle
I/O Connectors
38999 Series
<p>Yes, we offer numerous deviation and shells adaptations on our RNJ connectors. For example, the RNJ range is available in stand-off (double flange), integrated backshells and Reduced Flange. More info on our <a href="/products/io-connectors/38999-series/rnj-reduced-flange" target="_blank">RNJ Reduced Flange here.</a></p> <p>According to your requirements, we can propose some specific designs, please contact our <a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a> to specify your needs.<br /><span style="font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;,serif;font-size:12.0pt;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-fareast-language:FR;" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p></p>
<p>Crimp contacts or PC tails contacts are available for RNJ and RNJ LP connectors. You can order these contacts along with your connectors.<br />Please be aware that we don’t recommend using PC tails contacts on RNJ / RNJLP plugs unless soldering on flex.</p> <p>To learn more about Rack and Panel RNJ connectors, check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoq7RYQy4yQ" target="_blank">our 3D video.</a></p><p></p>
<p>RNJ and RNJ LP connectors are available in <u>Aluminum</u> with Olive Drab Cadmium, Black Zinc Nickel and Nickel plate, and in <u>Stainless steel</u> too (303 or 316L).</p> <p>To learn more about Rack and Panel RNJ connectors, check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoq7RYQy4yQ" target="_blank">our 3D video</a>.</p><p></p>
<p>In RNJ Low Profile version, the distance between panels are reduced. This allows our customers to find the best configuration to fit their needs, with panels distance from 36mm to 7,3mm as you can see on the scheme below.</p> <p>To learn more about Rack and Panel RNJ connectors, check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoq7RYQy4yQ" target="_blank">our 3D video.</a></p><p></p> <article class="align-center"><img width="605" height="174" alt="rnj rnj lp connectors 38999" loading="lazy" class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/media/image/2024-02/question_1.png?itok=78rUbLeW" /></article><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;"></p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;">The RNJ LP is a RNJ Low profile, meaning the distance between the 2 panels have been reducing at maximum, while providing the same benefits than a standard RNJ. It is available with all 38999 series III layouts and similar materials than the RNJ. Find out more information on the <a href="/products/io-connectors/38999-series/rnjlp-rack-panel-low-profile" target="_blank">RNJ LP Product page</a></p><p></p>
<p>The RNJ connectors ensures floatability and realignment while offering blind mate possibilities. The connector&#39;s design helps the good mating while guiding the plug into the receptacle and adjusting if needed, following its realignment tolerances on 3 axis : 1mm on axial axis; 6° on angular axis and 0,5mm on longitudinal.  To learn more about Rack and Panel RNJ connectors, check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoq7RYQy4yQ" target="_blank">our 3D video.</a></p> <article class="align-center"><img width="870" height="252" alt="rnj rnjlp connectors 38999 connectors" loading="lazy" class="lazyload" data-src="/sites/default/files/styles/optimized/public/media/image/2024-02/image4.png?itok=GH7pbRG4" /></article><p> </p>
<p>RNJ is derived from the D38999 series I and is HE308 qualified. Some components used in RNJ are similar to the ones used in LJT – D38999 series I, such as the contacts and the inserts.<br />RNJ connectors accept all 38999 series I and series III inserts. The RNJ Jam nut receptacle is fully compatible with a 38999 series I or LJT 06 plug.  <br />To learn more about Rack and Panel RNJ connectors, check out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoq7RYQy4yQ" target="_blank">our 3D video.</a></p><p></p>

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RNJ - HE308 - Rack & Panel description

The Amphenol Socapex RNJ HE308 Rack & Panel connector is designed for use in harsh environments where reliable and robust connectivity is essential. These connectors are lightweight and derived from the HE308/38999 series I, making them an ideal choice for applications where space and weight are at a premium. They are 100% scoop-proof, preventing bent pins and short circuits during mating, and offer realignment capability on three axes for blind mate applications. The RNJ HE308 connectors offer excellent EMI shielding, with shells that are grounded before contact mating. They also provide high moisture resistance, thanks to the interfacial seal, main joint souffler, and rear gasket on the plug that are designed to seal out moisture between connector halves. The connectors are also highly corrosion-resistant, with options for olive drab cadmium over nickel plating on aluminum shells that can withstand 500 hours of salt spray exposure or electroless nickel. A free cadmium version is also available. The RNJ HE308 connectors are available in eight shell sizes from 11 to 25 and can accommodate between 1 and 128 contacts in accordance with Mil-C-39029 standards. They are suitable for use with crimp contacts sizes 22D, 20, 16, 12, 8, 4, and 00, PCB contacts sizes 22D and 20, and wire-wrap contacts sizes 22D and 20. They also accept optical termini (POM series) in accordance with Mil-T-29504 standards. These connectors are an excellent choice for use in battlefield communication, ground vehicles, military avionics, and advanced industrial applications.