Glenair Worldwide Hermetic Capabilities

Military-Grade Hermetic Connectors: From Glendale to to Bologna

Glenair QwikConnect MagazineJanuary 2026Volume 30Number 1

Hermetic connectors are principally understood as devices that enable power and signal interconnection across a barrier, even as they keep moisture, vapors, and contaminants away from sensitive electronics. In military and aerospace applications, hermetic connectors are used to safeguard avionics or sensor packages by maintaining an airtight seal between the internal electronics and a harsh external environment. As modern platforms grow more complex and mission profiles more extreme, the role of hermetic connectors has expanded considerably beyond just ingress protection to include the ability to withstand extraordinarily high temperatures, punishing mechanical loads, and chemically aggressive atmospheres — all while preserving the stable electrical performance demanded by mission-critical systems.

QwikConnect > January 2026

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