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TECHNICAL ARTICLES
D38999
D38999 Series III Part Number Breakdown: From Code to RFQ
Decode D38999/26WA35SN and a /24 receptacle example.
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CONFIGURATION CHECK
MS3116 / PT06
MS3116 vs MS3476: Series, Termination and Mating Checks
Compare MS3116 and MS3476 references without confusing Series I solder, PT-SE crimp and Series…
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TECHNICAL ARTICLES
D38999 / MIL-DTL-26482
MIL-DTL-38999 vs MIL-DTL-26482: A Harness Selection Checklist
Compare specific 38999 and 26482 configurations by interface, termination, installation…
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CROSS-REFERENCE
D38999
D38999 Keying and Polarization: Why Connectors May Not Mate
Troubleshoot a D38999 mating inquiry using complete references, series, shell/insert, contacts…
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TECHNICAL ARTICLES
MIL-DTL-26482
MIL-DTL-26482 Insert Arrangements: Reading 8-3, 10-6 and 14-15
Read PT/26482 shell and insert designations, contact populations and viewing conventions.
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CROSS-REFERENCE
CROSS-REFERENCE
MS3106, MS3102 and MS3100: Plug and Mounting Differences
Compare MS3106 plugs, MS3102 box receptacles and MS3100 wall receptacles.
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