The connector was developed primarily for use by military divers on
heated suits. Design constraints included light weight, robustness and the
ability to self-disconnect in an emergency situation.
 As
the design is based on the well-proven NAUTILUS connector technology, the
product, therefore, exhibits the characteristics of high insulation resistance,
ruggedness, ease of connection and long submerged life of the standard range.
The design features which make the Nautilus side of the connector so reliable
include the dual independent oil reservoirs providing two completely separate
barriers to the ingress of sea water. The patented design of electrical contact
allows the pin to enter these reservoirs and to transfer sealing via a shuttle
pin and dual wiper seal assembly.
Qualification Testing
Qualification Testing included: Mateability, Hydrostatic, Electrical Leakage and
Current Load. All tests passed.
In addition, the QD is qualified to Nautilus Standards, as it is constructed
from production - quality Nautilus components.
Production Testing
This will be limited to a visual inspection, IR, circuit continuity and
mateability. Pressure testing may be specified by the customer but at an
additional cost.
GENERAL
Design Life : > 5 years
Max Optional Pressure :
3000psi/2000 meters**
Mating Force : 23 lbs + or - 4 lbs (10.4 + or - 1.8 kg)
Demating Force: 24 lbs + or - 4 lbs (10.9 + or - 1.8 kg)
Operational Temperature : -10°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature : -23°C to +60°C
Configurations : The Connectors are normally provided with 6
ft. (2m) of 16 AWB insulated conductor quad cable each side. For other cable
types, please contact ODI.
ELECTRICAL
Max Operational Current : 30 amps per contact**
Max Operational Voltage : >1 kVDC**
Insulation Resistance : >1G Ω @ 1 kVDC**
Contact Resistance : <0.1 Ω per contact
 **Note: All
electrical properties and depth are cable dependent. Presently, the connector
has been produced as an in-line variant only, but a modification to make the
receptacle into a bulkhead version would be straight-forward.
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