SAE AS 81703 Connectors - Electrical - Test for Rack and Panel

EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of SAE AS 81703 testing. This standard covers three series of environmentally resistant, circular, miniature electrical connectors (plugs and receptacles) with removable crimped or non-removable solder contacts and accessories.

SAE AS 81703 is a specification developed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) for circular miniature electrical connectors used in aerospace and military applications. The specification covers two types of connectors: rack and panel and push-pull connector.

The AS 81703 specification specifies requirements for these connectors in terms of construction, performance and testing. Connectors must be designed to meet the demands of harsh environments, including exposure to vibration, shock, humidity and extreme temperatures.

Some of the basic requirements specified in the AS 81703 specification are:

• Connector Construction: Connectors must be made of materials suitable for the intended environment and capable of withstanding exposure to liquids, corrosion, and other hazards. Connector shells should be designed to provide EMI and RFI shielding, and contact materials should be compatible with the intended mating connectors.
• Electrical Performance: Connectors must provide a reliable electrical connection between mated connectors with low contact resistance and minimal signal degradation. They must be able to withstand high voltages and currents and be designed to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI).
• Environmental Durability: Connectors must be able to withstand exposure to environmental hazards such as extreme temperature, humidity, salt spray and vibration. They must be designed to meet certain environmental standards and undergo stringent testing to ensure their durability.
• Mating Compatibility: The AS 81703 specification covers two types of connectors: rack and panel and push-pull connection. Connectors must be designed to mate with other connectors of the same type and size and must be compatible with the intended application and mounting environment.
• Identification and Marking: For traceability and ease of identification, connectors should be marked with identifying information such as part numbers, manufacturer ID and date codes.

In general, the AS 81703 specification ensures that circular miniature electrical connectors used in aerospace and military applications meet specific performance and environmental requirements and are designed to provide reliable and durable electrical connections in harsh environments.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with SAE AS 81703 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.