MIL-DTL-55181 Cable & Panel Mount Power Connectors

MIL-DTL-55181 Cable & Panel Mount Power Connectors, plus the MW10 & MW20 Series for commercial applications.

  • Connector Materials / Plating: Aluminum Alloy / Steel / OD Cadmium Plate / Zinc Nickel Black
  • Connector Mounting: Cable (diameters accepted 0.292” to 0.593”) / Panel
  • Current Rating: 4 contact 35 A, 9 and 18 contact 7.5 A
  • Connector Type: Circular Military, Power Transmission
  • Contact Gender: Pin, Socket
  • Contact & Termination: Brass / Copper Alloy w/ Gold Plating / Solder Termination
  • Mounting Angle: Right Angle / Straight (for Panel Mount Power)
  • No. of Contacts: 4, 9, 18 / Connector Gender: Plug / Mount
  • Product Range: MIL-DTL-55181 Series corresponds to commercial MW series
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29 items
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-01.
Name
M55181/1-01
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Photograph of connector M55181/1-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-01
NSN
5935006036952
Commercial P/N
MW10F(M)A11
Military Specifications
M55181/1-11
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Neoprene and/or Glass-filled Diallyl Phthalate, Type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-01Z.
Name
M55181/1-01Z
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Photograph of connector M55181/1-01Z.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-01Z
Military Specifications
M55181/1-11
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Zinc Nickel Black
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-02.
Name
M55181/1-02
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Photograph of connector M55181/1-02.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-02
NSN
5935012047312
Commercial P/N
MW10F(M)A13
Military Specifications
M55181/1-13
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-03.
Name
M55181/1-03
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Photograph of connector M55181/1-03.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-03
NSN
5935009213399
Commercial P/N
MW10F(M)A17
Military Specifications
M55181/1-17
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-04.
Name
M55181/1-04
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Photograph of connector M55181/1-04.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-04
NSN
5935012497559
Commercial P/N
MW10F(M)A19
Military Specifications
M55181/1-19
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-05.
Name
M55181/1-05
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Photograph of connector M55181/1-05.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-05
NSN
5935013294190
Commercial P/N
MW10F(M)A15
Military Specifications
M55181/1-15
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/1-NBE.
Name
M55181/1-NBE
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/1-NBE.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/1-NBE
Commercial P/N
M55181/1-NBE
Military Specifications
M55181/1-NBE
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/2-01.
Name
M55181/2-01
Mounting Style
Panel
Gender
Receptacle
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/2-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 20
Military P/N
M55181/2-01
NSN
5935013789152
Commercial P/N
MM20M(M)A00
Military Specifications
M55181/2-01
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Receptacle
Orientation
Straight
Mounting Style
Panel
Termination Type
Spanner Nut
Terminals
Solder
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-01.
Name
M55181/3-01
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Photograph of connector M55181/3-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-01
NSN
5935012082345
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)A11
Military Specifications
M55181/3-11
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-02.
Name
M55181/3-02
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Photograph of connector M55181/3-02.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-02
NSN
5935011249341
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)A13
Military Specifications
M55181/3-13
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-03.
Name
M55181/3-03
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Photograph of connector M55181/3-03.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-03
NSN
5935011676095
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)A17
Military Specifications
M55181/3-17
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-04.
Name
M55181/3-04
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Photograph of connector M55181/3-04.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-04
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)A19
Military Specifications
M55181/3-19
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-05.
Name
M55181/3-05
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Photograph of connector M55181/3-05.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-05
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)A15
Military Specifications
M55181/3-15
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
2000 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/3-NBE.
Name
M55181/3-NBE
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/3-NBE.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/3-NBE
Commercial P/N
M55181/3-NBE
Military Specifications
M55181/3-NBE
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/4-01.
Name
M55181/4-01
Mounting Style
Panel
Gender
Receptacle
Total Contacts
4
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/4-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 20
Military P/N
M55181/4-01
NSN
5935011997156
Commercial P/N
MM20F(M)A00
Military Specifications
M55181/4-01
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Receptacle
Orientation
Straight
Mounting Style
Panel
Termination Type
Spanner Nut
Terminals
Solder
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 0.57 mΩ
Current Rating
35 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-01.
Name
M55181/5-01
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Photograph of connector M55181/5-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-01
NSN
5935011841460
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)B11
Military Specifications
M55181/5-11
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-02.
Name
M55181/5-02
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Photograph of connector M55181/5-02.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-02
NSN
5935011491162
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)B13
Military Specifications
M55181/5-13
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-03.
Name
M55181/5-03
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Photograph of connector M55181/5-03.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-03
NSN
5935010816484
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)B17
Military Specifications
M55181/5-17
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-04.
Name
M55181/5-04
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Photograph of connector M55181/5-04.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-04
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)B19
Military Specifications
M55181/5-19
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-05.
Name
M55181/5-05
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Photograph of connector M55181/5-05.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-05
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)B15
Military Specifications
M55181/5-15
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/5-NBE.
Name
M55181/5-NBE
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/5-NBE.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/5-NBE
Commercial P/N
M55181/5-NBE
Military Specifications
M55181/5-NBE
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/6-01.
Name
M55181/6-01
Mounting Style
Panel
Gender
Receptacle
Total Contacts
9
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/6-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 20
Military P/N
M55181/6-01
NSN
5935008535942
Commercial P/N
MM20F(M)B00
Military Specifications
M55181/6-01
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Receptacle
Orientation
Straight
Mounting Style
Panel
Termination Type
Spanner Nut
Terminals
Solder
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-01.
Name
M55181/7-01
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Photograph of connector M55181/7-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-01
NSN
5935011119956
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)D11
Military Specifications
M55181/7-11
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.292–.343
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-02.
Name
M55181/7-02
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Photograph of connector M55181/7-02.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-02
NSN
5935011163608
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)D13
Military Specifications
M55181/7-13
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.323–.406
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-03.
Name
M55181/7-03
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Photograph of connector M55181/7-03.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-03
NSN
5935008152325
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)D17
Military Specifications
M55181/7-17
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.448–.531
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-04.
Name
M55181/7-04
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Photograph of connector M55181/7-04.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-04
NSN
5935013003701
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)D19
Military Specifications
M55181/7-19
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.511–.593
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-05.
Name
M55181/7-05
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Photograph of connector M55181/7-05.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-05
NSN
5935013298690
Commercial P/N
MW10M(M)D15
Military Specifications
M55181/7-15
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Contact Termination Type
Solder
Cable Diameter
.386–.468
Cable Clamp Code
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
Copper Alloy
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 7.5 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/7-NBE.
Name
M55181/7-NBE
Mounting Style
Cable
Gender
Plug
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Pin
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/7-NBE.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 10
Military P/N
M55181/7-NBE
Commercial P/N
M55181/7-NBE
Military Specifications
M55181/7-NBE
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Plug
Orientation
Right Angle
Mounting Style
Cable
Termination Type
Clamp
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Pin
Thumbnail photograph of connector M55181/8-01.
Name
M55181/8-01
Mounting Style
Panel
Gender
Receptacle
Total Contacts
18
Contact Type
Socket
Cable Diameter
Photograph of connector M55181/8-01.
Product Numbers
Series
MW 20
Military P/N
M55181/8-01
NSN
5935001330394
Commercial P/N
MM20F(M)D00
Military Specifications
M55181/8-01
More Specifications
interface
Transmission Type
Power
Gender
Receptacle
Orientation
Straight
Mounting Style
Panel
Termination Type
Spanner Nut
Terminals
Solder
Total Contacts
Contact Type
Socket
Contact Termination Type
Solder
material
Shell Material
Aluminum Alloy
Shell Plating Material
Cadmium with Olive Drab Chromate per MIL-F-14072C
Contact Material
High Conductivity Copper Alloy with Beryllium Copper Spring Element
Contact Plating Material
Gold per MIL-G-45204
Insulator Material
Neoprene and/or glass filled diallyl phthalate, type SDG-F per MILl-M-14F
Hardware Material Plating
Stainless Steel, Passivated
electrical
Dielectric Strength
1500 V RMS
Insulation Resistance
1000 MΩ at 500 VDC
Voltage Drop
20 MV at 35 A
Contact Resistance
< 3.33 mΩ
Current Rating
7.5 A
mechanical
Air Pressure
2.5 psi
Water Immersion
6 ft, 48 hrs
Durability
500 Cycles with a Coupling Torque of 12 in-lbs
Contact Retention
10 lbs
Insert Strength
400 lbs
environmental
Operating Temperature
−55 ºC to +85 ºC

More Information

MIL-DTL-55181 and MIL-C-55181 power connectors are essential components for applications demanding reliable and durable electrical connections. These connectors meet rigorous military standards and specifications. At Power Connector, we specialize in top-quality MIL-Spec power connectors designed to endure extreme conditions and ensure optimal performance.

Key Features of MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors

Key features of MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors include rugged construction, high durability, and resistance to shock, vibration, and moisture. These connectors deliver superior performance in extreme temperatures and challenging conditions.

The primary benefit of MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors lies in their exceptional reliability. Complying with the stringent standards of the MIL-DTL-55181 specification ensures a level of quality assurance crucial for critical power applications. Their robust design and advanced features guarantee consistent and stable power connections, reducing the risk of power failures or interruptions.

Applications of MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors

Military and Defense Industry:

In the military and defense sector, MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors are crucial for secure and efficient power transmission. These connectors meet the rigorous requirements of military applications, including harsh environments, extreme temperatures, and high shock and vibration conditions. They are commonly used in military vehicles, aircraft, and communication systems.

Aerospace and Other Industries:

Beyond the military and defense sector, many other industries benefit from MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors. They are widely used in aerospace, railway, maritime, and industrial applications. Their robust construction and high-quality materials make them ideal for demanding environments where reliable power connectivity is essential.

In aerospace, MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors ensure secure power distribution in avionics systems, satellites, and unmanned aerial vehicles. In the railway industry, they connect power cables in trains, signaling systems, and locomotives. In maritime applications, these connectors facilitate reliable power transfer in shipboard systems and navigation equipment.

Specifications and Standards for MIL-DTL-55181 Power Connectors

The MIL-DTL-55181E specification is a widely recognized standard for power connectors. It outlines the requirements for the design, construction, and performance of MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors.

These connectors are specifically designed for military and aerospace applications, where reliability, durability, and high performance are essential. The MIL-DTL-55181E specification ensures these connectors meet the stringent demands of these industries.

Key technical specifications in the MIL-DTL-55181E specification include voltage rating, current rating, contact resistance, insulation resistance, and environmental performance. These connectors are designed to withstand extreme temperatures, shock, vibration, and other harsh conditions.

Compared to other connector standards, MIL-DTL-55181 power connectors stand out for their robustness, reliability, and versatility. They meet the specific needs of military and aerospace applications, providing secure and efficient power connections in challenging environments.

By adhering to the MIL-DTL-55181E specification, power connectors from Power Connector, Inc. ensure compatibility, interoperability, and compliance with the highest industry standards. Our MIL-DTL-55181 connectors are carefully manufactured to meet or exceed these specifications, ensuring utmost reliability and performance for our customers.