Space-Grade D-Subminiature Backshells and Accessory Hardware

Space-Grade D-Subminiature Backshells and Accessory Hardware

MIL-DTL-24308

D-Sub EMI backshells are used to ground cable shields for electromagnetic compatibility, and to provide strain relief and mechanical protection of wire-to-connector terminations. These backshells are made out of aluminum alloy or composite thermoplastic. Electroless nickel is the most widely used finish. These backshells are compatible with industry-standard metal shell M24308 type connectors.

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Solid Shell Low-Profile Flange Lightweight Aluminum, Trapezoidal EMI/RFI Backshells

Note: These accessories do not accommodate connectors with flange tabs

557-107

557-107

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® bands. Top, Round cable entry.
Banding Porch Platform, 557-319

557-319
Banding Porch Platform

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® Standard or Micro bands. Qwik-Ty strain relief option. Round cable entry. Side and 45° entry options.

Banding Porch Platform, 557-108

557-108
Banding Porch Platform

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® Standard or Micro bands. Qwik-Ty strain relief option. Long side, round cable entry.

Banding Porch Platform, 557-109

557-109
Banding Porch Platform

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® Standard or Micro bands. Qwik-Ty strain relief option. Short side, Round cable entry.

Banding Porch Platform, 557-281

557-281
Banding Porch Platform

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® Micro bands. Top, Elliptical cable entry.

Shorting Can / Potting Shell, 557-041

557-041
Shorting Can / Potting Shell

Protective Cover, 500-008

500-008
Protective Cover

Solid Shell Standard Flange Lightweight Aluminum EMI/RFI Backshells

EMI/RFI Backshell with Banding Porch and Qwik-Ty Strain Relief, Multiple-Entry, Configurable, 557-316

557-316
EMI/RFI Backshell with Banding Porch and Qwik-Ty Strain Relief, Multiple-Entry, Configurable

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® bands. Qwik-Ty strain relief option. Round or Elliptical, Top, Side, End, and 45° cable entry options.

  • 557T316
    Top entry (Table II and III)
  • 557S316
    Side entry (Table IV)
  • 557E316
    End entry (Table IV)
  • 557B316
    45° entry (Table II and III)
  • For multiple entries, select two letters to indicate choice e.g. SE = Side and End entries
EMI/RFI Backshell with Dual Band Porch Cable Entries, 557-080

557-080
EMI/RFI Backshell with Dual Band Porch Cable Entries

Banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® bands. Dual, Top, Round cable entry.

  • Solid Shell, Dual Top Cable Entry
EMI/RFI Backshell with Cone and Ring Shield Termination (non-banding), 557-387

557-387
EMI/RFI Backshell with Cone and Ring Shield Termination (non-banding)

  • 557T387
    Top entry
  • 557S387
    Side entry
  • 557E387
    End entry
Low-Profile Strain Relief Backshell, 557-467

557-467
Low-Profile Strain Relief Backshell

Saddle bar clamp with silicone pads for easy installation of flat cable bundle.

  • Solid Shell, Top Cable Entry
Shorting Can with Variable Height and Lanyard Attachment Options, 557-493

557-493
Shorting Can with Variable Height and Lanyard Attachment Options

Shorting can backshell for protection of stand-alone connectors. Lightweight aluminum with lanyard attachment options.

Shorting Can, 557T316

557T316
Shorting Can

Shorting can backshell for protection of stand-alone connectors. Lightweight aluminum.

  • Top Entry

EMI/RFI Split-Shell Standard Flange Banding Backshell with Removable Banding Porches

Top Entry Split Backshell, 557-609

557-609
Top Entry Split Backshell

Split construction with separable banding platforms (allows inspection of wire-toconnector termination without disrupting cable shield termination). Round or Elliptical cable entries. Configurable with 1, 2, or 3 cable entries. Captive jackscrews.

  • 557T609
    Top Entry Split Backshell

Split Shell EMI/RFI Backshells with Variable-Length Shroud for Connector Protection

For Panel or Cable Connectors

EMI/RFI Split Backshell with Banding Porch for Panel and Cable Mounted Connectors, 550-039

550-039
EMI/RFI Split Backshell with Banding Porch for Panel and Cable Mounted Connectors

Aluminum construction with banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® bands. Top, Side, and End Round cable entry. For panel mount and cable-to-cable connectors.

  • 550T039
    Top Entry
  • 550S039
    Side Entry
  • 550E039
    End Entry
Composite EMI/RFI Split Backshell with Banding Porch for Panel and Cable Mount Connectors, 557-186

557-186
Composite EMI/RFI Split Backshell with Banding Porch for Panel and Cable Mount Connectors

Lightweight composite thermoplastic construction with banding porch platform for shield termination with Band-Master ATS® bands. Top, Side, and End Round cable entry. For panel mount and cable-to-cable connectors.

  • 557T186
    Top Entry
  • 557S186
    Side Entry
  • 557E186
    End Entry

Lightweight, Low-Profile Backshells for Glenair Signature Series 28 Hiper-D High-Performance M24308 Intermateable Connectors

Split-Shell Low-Profile EMI Backshell, Elliptical Entry, Non-Environmental, 289-005

289-005
Split-Shell Low-Profile EMI Backshell, Elliptical Entry, Non-Environmental

For Use With Glenair Series 28 HiPer-D Connectors

Lightweight, low profile space-saving two piece backshell fits securely into groove in HiPer-D® connectors. Fits standard HiPer-D® pin and socket connectors (280-018P, 280-019S) and Combo HiPer-D® connectors (280-046P and 280-047S). Terminate cable shield with optional Band-Master™ATS clamping band. Elliptical cable entry provides room for large wire bundles. Machined aluminum alloy or stainless steel backshell consists of two interlocking housings and two 300 series stainless steel screws. Overlapping seam improves EMI shielding performance. Compatible with Glenair Series 77 lipped heat-shrink boots. Non-environmental.

  • 289T005
    Top Entry
  • 289S005
    Side Entry
Solid Shell Low-Profile EMI Backshell, Elliptical Entry, Environmental, 289-008

289-008
Solid Shell Low-Profile EMI Backshell, Elliptical Entry, Environmental

For Use With Glenair Series 28 HiPer-D Connectors

289-008 backshell provides watertight EMI protection for HiPer-D® connectors. Fits standard HiPer-D® pin and socket connectors (280-018P, 280-019S) and Combo HiPer-D® connectors (280-046P and 280-047S). Available with top entry or side entry. Terminate cable shield with optional Band-Master™ATS clamping band. Elliptical cable entry provides room for large wire bundles. Backshell consists of solid one piece housing, two stainless steel hex head jackscrews, two jackscrew retainer clips and silicone rubber sealing gasket. Aluminum or stainless steel. Use with Glenair Series 77 heat-shrink boot.

  • 289T008
    Top Entry
  • 289S008
    Side Entry
Solid Shell EMI Backshell, Environmental, Panel Mount, 289-007

289-007
Solid Shell EMI Backshell, Environmental, Panel Mount

For Use With Glenair Series 28 HiPer-D Connectors

289-007 backshell fits panel mount HiPer-D® connectors. Available in straight, right angle and 45° versions. Aluminum or stainless steel body, fluorosilicone rubber gasket and stainless steel screws. Design also features a boot groove for the attachment of Series 77 heatshrink boots. Terminate cable shield with optional Band-Master ATS® band. Optional slot allows easy termination of multiple individual cable shields. Attach cable ties to optional Qwik-Ty™ leg.

  • 289T007
    Top Entry
  • 289B007
    45° Entry
  • 289S007
    Side Entry

ESA/ESCC-to-Glenair Part Number Cross-Reference

Ordering Information / ESCC Part Number Cross-Reference

Ordering Information / ESCC Part Number Cross-Reference

For Space-Grade ESA-Specified Rectangular Connectors

  • 557-433
    Lightweight Strain Relief Clamp with Saddle Bars
  • 557-434
    Lightweight Shorting Cap
  • 557-435
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell
  • 557-436
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell
  • 557-437
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell, Dual Entry
  • 557-438
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell
  • 557-439
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell
  • 557-440
    Lightweight Extra Shorting Can
  • 550T072
    Lightweight EMI/RFI Banding Backshell
  • 6870-1124
    Male Screw Lock Assembly
  • 6870-1129
    Male Screw Lock Assembly

Glenair Improved Designs for Removable-Entry and Cable Clamp Rectangular Backshells

Removable-Entry and Cable Clamp Rectangular Backshells, 557-652 and 557-653

557-652 and 557-653
Removable-Entry and Cable Clamp Rectangular Backshells

Glenair's Improved-Design Two-Piece Backshells, with IS-Sommer Cross-Reference

IS-Sommer rectangular connector accessories utilize a two-piece design with a separable band platform and loose/removable hardware. Glenair design improvements to this standard deliver serious performance in space and other high-performance application environments. Importantly, Glenair backshells of this type feature only captive hardware. Even when the two-piece backshell is split for assembly around the wired connector, Glenair hardware remains captive to the backshell body, eliminating the risk of FOD in sensitive space applications.

The architecture of the Glenair split shell design incorporates a sliding tongue-and-groove for superior EMC performance and ease of use. Also, unlike competitor solutions, the separable cable entry piece is captive when the backshell is assembled, and stays in position with an anti-rotation feature.

Glenair split-shell cable-clamp backshells likewise feature all captive hardware and a low-profile saddle-bar cable clamp. In general, the Glenair design facilitates faster, safer, trouble-free cable assembly.

Contact Glenair for detailed drawings and dimensional details.