Rugged Ethernet, USB & Display connectors

USB3F TV

Reinforced USB3.0 connectors for harsh environments
Part Number :
USB3
Rugged Ethernet, USB & Display connectors

USB3F TV

Reinforced USB3.0 connectors for harsh environments

Key features

  • Based on MIL-DTL-38999 series III
  • Threaded locking mechanism
  • Sealed against fluids and dusts (IP68)
  • Available in USB 3.0

Applications

  • Battlefield Communication
  • Grounded vehicles
  • Military avionics
  • Industrial
Technical information

Main characteristics :

  • Sealed against fluids and dusts (IP68) 
  • Shock, vibration and traction resistant 
  • No cabling operation in field and no tools required 
  • Improved EMI protection 
  • Tri Start Thread coupling mechanism (MIL-DTL-38999 series III type) with anti-decoupling device
  • Shell size 15 2 mechanical coding / polarization possibilities (receptacle insert rotation) 
  • USB3F TV plug retention in the receptacle: 100 N in the axis 
  • Mating cycles: 500 minimum

Environmental protection :

  • Sealing (when mated): IP68 (temporary immersion) 
  • Salt spray: 48 h with nickel plating > 500 h with olive drab cadmium 500 h with marine bronze shell
  • Fire retardant / low smoke: UL94 V0 and NF F 16 101 & 16 102 
  • Vibrations: 10 - 500 Hz, 10 g, 3 axes: no discontinuity > 1micro s Shocks: IK06: weight of 250 g drop from 40 cm [15.7 5 in] onto connectors (mated pair) 
  • Humidity: 21 days, 43degC, 98% humidity 
  • Temperature range: -40degC / + 85degC

Data transmission :

  • USB specification 3.0
  • Data rate: up to 5Gb/s for high speed USB
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With USB Field, you can insert a standard USB 3.0 cordset into a metallic plug which will protect it from shocks, dust and fluids.

Documentations
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Rugged Networks Solutions datasheet

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Catalog USB Field

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USB3F TV Reduced Flange Datasheet

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FAQ
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I/O Connectors
Rugged Ethernet, USB & Display connectors
<p>We have several USB connectors certified to be used in Atex Zone 2 environments and 100% tested at 500V during 1 minutes without sparking. Discover our&nbsp;<a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/42/" target="_blank">USBFTVX product</a> designed for device group II category 3G. According to EN60079-15 it may be operated within zone 2 and class I, Division 2, as low power non sparking connectors.<br><a href="/products/io-connectors/rugged-ethernet-usb-display-connectors/rjf-tv-atex-zone-2-versions" target="_blank">More information on our ATEX USB connectors</a></p> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our Rugged USB connectors? Check our&nbsp;<a href="/products/io-connectors/rugged-ethernet-usb-display-connectors" target="_blank">Rugged USB Connectors product page</a> or contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Depending on the USB connector you selected, you have&nbsp;different back terminations options that enable you to integrate your receptacle properly into your system:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Type 1 : Female exit</strong>&nbsp;: you can connect with any standard plug and cordset.</li> <li><strong>Type1RA : Right Angle female exit</strong> : you can connect with any standard plug and cordset.</li> <li><strong>Type 2 : Cordset with standard plug</strong>&nbsp;: you can connect your cordset with your plug to a standard.&nbsp;You can choose your cordset length.</li> <li><strong>Type 2 OPEN : Cordset with an open end</strong> : you can connect your cordset with a plug that you will mount or directly on a PCB.&nbsp;You can choose your cordset length.</li> <li><strong>PC Tails</strong>: you can directly solder your receptacle on your PCB.</li> <li><strong>Stand-off</strong> : you can directly solder your receptacle on your PCB and have a mechanical recovery directly on the PCB in order to avoid any damage on PC Tails.</li> </ul> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our Rugged USB connectors? Check our&nbsp;<a href="/products/io-connectors/rugged-ethernet-usb-display-connectors" target="_blank">Rugged USB Connectors product page </a>or contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>To increase the sealing of your USB2.0 or 3.0 receptacle, you have two different options :</p> <ul> <li>use an&nbsp;USB <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/2/" target="_blank">receptacle with a backshell</a></li> <li>use an&nbsp;USB <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/2/" target="_blank">sealed or hermetic receptacle</a></li> </ul> <p>Increasing the sealing of your USB receptacle will protect your system against ambient influences. Dust and water or moisture are a constant hazard especially in outdoor applications.</p> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">Assembly video </a>will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our EMI shielding for USB connectors?&nbsp;</p> <p>Check our&nbsp;<a href="/products/io-connectors/rugged-ethernet-usb-display-connectors" target="_blank">Rugged USB Connectors product page</a> or contact our <a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team.</a></p>
<p>Yes, all our USB Field standard solutions are IP68 (1 meter during 1 hour) when plug and receptacle are mated or cap and receptacle are mated.</p> <p>Our waterproof USB Field solutions are designed to be used in harsh environments both military and civilian. We offer high-quality, high-durability connectivity products to face these challenges.</p> <p>Check our &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> &nbsp;to learn how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB Ethernet cordset.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>All our solution have full shielding continuity based on our product conception : a metallized insert allows full shielding continuity from the cable to the receptacle and the panel.</p> <p>Reinforced 360° shielding plug kits are also available including a specific backshell.</p> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our EMI shielding for USB connectors? Contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Depending on your requirements, we have additional accessories available to complete your reinforced USB solution:</p> <ul> <li>Protective caps : used to reinforce and protect your plugs and/or receptacle sealing, we have a large range a protective caps for USB2.0 &amp; 3.0 connectors. <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/74/" target="_blank">Check link here</a></li> <li>Panel gaskets : for square flange receptacle, you need to use a panel gasket. <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/76/" target="_blank">Check link here</a></li> <li>Tools<strong> </strong>: to assembly or disassembly your rugged USB solutions, you might need specific tools which we can provide. <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/79/" target="_blank">Check link here</a><br>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Our<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank"> USB Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our accessories for Rugged USB connectors? Contact our <a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p>You made a mistake during the assembly process or your solution is damaged, it is still possible to change your rugged USB cordset assembly.<br>You can simply use the insert removal tools and follow the assembly instructions in written or video format:</p> <ul> <li>USB Field assembly&nbsp;<a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/94/" target="_blank">written instructions</a></li> <li>USB Field <a href="https://online.flippingbook.com/view/272770257/79/" target="_blank">assembly&nbsp;video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</li> </ul> <p>Any additional questions regarding our Rugged USB connectors? Contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>You just need your 2 hands :) &nbsp;You don&#39;t need any special tool or any special cabling skill to transform your USB standard cordset into a ruggedized solution.</p> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our Rugged USB connectors? Contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>All our solutions are based on the same principle that enables you to use a standard USB &nbsp;cordset to obtain a ruggedized military cordset.</p> <p>All cordsets are not military grade for harsh environments, pay carefully attention to your cordset selection. You also choose to purchase our USB cordsets that are specifically designed for harsh environment.</p> <p>Our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PFkjLDjwohA" target="_blank">USB Field Assembly video</a> will show you how easy you can transform a USB cordset into an reinforced military-grade USB cordset.</p> <p>Any additional questions regarding our Rugged USB connectors? Contact our&nbsp;<a href="https://support.amphenol-socapex.com/hc/en-gb/requests/new" target="_blank">Technical Support team</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>

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USB3F TV description

The Amphenol Socapex USB3F TV is a reinforced USB 3.0 connector designed to operate in harsh environments. Based on the MIL-DTL-38999 series III standard, this connector features a threaded locking mechanism and is sealed against fluids and dust (IP68). It is ideal for use in military avionics, grounded vehicles, battlefield communication, and industrial applications. 
With its improved EMI protection and tri-start thread coupling mechanism, the USB3F TV offers excellent shock, vibration, and traction resistance. It has two mechanical coding and polarization possibilities and offers a retention force of 100 N in the axis. The connector is also designed to require no tools and no cabling operation in the field. 
In addition to its rugged design, the USB3F TV offers excellent environmental protection. It has a salt spray resistance of up to 500 hours and is fire retardant/low smoke (UL94 V0 and NF F 16 101 & 16 102). It can withstand vibrations of up to 10-500 Hz, 10 g, 3 axes without discontinuity, and has a temperature range of -40degC to +85degC. Overall, the Amphenol Socapex USB3F TV offers a reliable and rugged solution for USB 3.0 connectivity in harsh environments. With its ability to protect standard USB 3.0 cordsets from shocks, dust, and fluids, it is an ideal choice for military, industrial, and other challenging applications.