Learn to Build a Mil-Spec Connector

An Interconnecting World

Connectors are not just components in a design but are the electrical lifelines that provide power and signals to a machine. In order to understand connectors better and know which of them will suit your application, you have to know and understand the functions of the individual components. While most cylindrical connectors look very similar, there are differences in construction and design that differentiate them and make them all quite unique.

By following this series, you will learn the steps to building a custom military style connector that is designed with your specific application requirements. Connector design can be complicated, but we hope that this demonstration demystifies connector components and puts you on the path to becoming a connector expert!