This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is intended to document and provide access to information obtained by an industry survey. It summarizes and documents data regarding possible alternatives to the use of cadmium plating on general connectors and connector accessories typically used in aerospace and military defense electrical interconnect systems.
This specification covers the general requirements for removable crimp, solderless wrap, and solder type electrical contacts for use in connectors and other electric and electronic components (see 6.1) with stranded conductor wire. The contacts shall be capable of operating within the temperature range as specified (see 3.1).
AS95234 includes reverse bayonet coupling, high current electrical connectors that are water tight and principally used in shipboard, ground vehicles and ground support equipment applications at serve voltages from 200 to 3000 Vrms and temperatures between -55 °C and +125 °C (-67 °F and +257 °F). See 6.1.5 for applications details. For aerospace application connectors, refer to AS50881.