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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.