Glenair
Glenair is a leading manufacturer of high-reliability connectors and cables for mission-critical aerospace, defense, and space applications, offering mil-spec circular connectors, fiber optics, and complete interconnect solutions since 1956.
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Glenair, founded in 1956 as the first company specifically established to produce electrical connector accessories, has grown into a global leader in high-reliability interconnect solutions. Headquartered in Glendale, California, Glenair manufactures connectors and cables for mission-critical land, sea, air, and space applications.
Glenair's comprehensive product portfolio includes:
- Circular connectors (MIL-DTL-38999, SuperNine®, M26482, M28840)
- Micro-miniature connectors for SWaP applications
- RF, microwave, and mmWave interconnects
- Fiber optic connectors and assemblies (M28876, mil-spec, space-grade)
- Hermetic seal and high-speed digital connectors
- Aerospace-grade wire and cable (M22759, M27500)
- EMI/RFI shielding, backshells, and connector accessories
- Underwater and subsea connectors rated to 10KPSI
The company serves aerospace, defense, military, space, naval, and industrial markets with both military-qualified (QPL) and proprietary Glenair Signature product lines. With over 175,000 part numbers in stock for same-day availability, NASA/ESA flight heritage components, and turnkey assembly services, Glenair delivers complete interconnect solutions for the most demanding environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of mil-spec connectors does Glenair manufacture?
- Glenair manufactures a full range of military-specification connectors including MIL-DTL-38999 circular connectors, SuperNine® series, M26482, M28840, Micro-D, Nano-D, and D-Sub connectors. They offer both QPL-qualified and proprietary Glenair Signature versions.
- Does Glenair offer fiber optic interconnect solutions?
- Yes, Glenair provides comprehensive fiber optic solutions including M28876 connectors, mil-spec and space-grade fiber optic assemblies, optoelectronic board-mount modules, and photonic transmitters, receivers, and transceivers for demanding aerospace and defense applications.
- What industries and applications does Glenair serve?
- Glenair serves aerospace (commercial and military aircraft), defense and military, space (NASA/ESA flight heritage), naval and maritime (including subsea applications), advanced air mobility (eVTOL), and industrial sectors including nuclear, mining, and rail power applications.
- Does Glenair offer connector accessories and cable protection?
- Yes, Glenair offers a complete range of connector accessories including EMI/RFI braided shielding, ground straps, heat shrink boots, molded shapes, wire protection conduit systems, backshells, strain-reliefs, and electrical contacts for power, signal, and coax applications.
- What is Glenair's inventory availability for electronic components?
- Glenair maintains over 175,000 part numbers in stock with same-day availability. They also offer aerospace-grade wire and cable with no minimum order quantities, providing flexibility for both prototype and production requirements.