Aerospace Solutions
Littelfuse’s extensive portfolio of high-quality, high-performance and reliable aviation-specific switches, components and space-specific connectors are specifically made to withstand the harsh aerospace environment. The products are ESA/ESCC and MIL qualified and available for a range of applications, including satellites/launchers, PCB connectors, cabling, computer space systems, antenna connections, harnesses, and many more.
- Connectors used in Satellites
- Connectors used in Launchers
MDMA/SpaceSplice Connectors used in Satellites
In the context of satellite technology, connectors play a crucial role in ensuring reliable and efficient communication and power transmission between various satellite components and subsystems. Littelfuse state-of-the-art Satellite Connectors, designed to meet the exacting demands of space applications. Littelfuse connectors provide exceptional performance, reliability, and versatility, making them the ideal choice for a wide range of satellite systems.
D*M
These D-Sub connectors, offering multiple contact termination choices, including factory-installed contacts, and available in both Flight and Engineering models. With non-outgassing properties and six shell sizes (E, A, B, C, D, and F), these connectors are tailored to meet your satellite's unique requirements for seamless and reliable performance.
MDM
MDM Micro D connectors, featuring advanced twist pin contact technology, and offering a range of sizes from 9 to 51 pins. Available in both Flight and Engineering models, these connectors provide multiple contact termination choices, including factory-installed options, and boast non-outgassing properties for superior performance in demanding aerospace applications.
SpaceSplice
SpaceSplice products, a standard solution designed to replace manual splices effortlessly, compliant with ESA/ESCC specifications. With easy-to-use features, these connectors come with removable D*MA crimp type contacts, ensuring a compact format that accommodates popular cable gauges while maintaining non-outgassing properties and low residual magnetism for reliable performance in space environments.
D*MA
D-Sub connectors featuring removable crimp contacts technology, available in both Flight and Engineering models. These connectors come in 6 shell sizes: E, A, B, C, D, and F, with standard density options of 9, 15, 25, 37, and 50 contacts, as well as high-density options of 15, 26, 44, 62, 78, and 104 contacts. Additionally, our connectors can be supplied with or without contacts, providing flexibility to suit your specific project requirements.
MDMA
Micro D connectors featuring cutting-edge removable crimp contacts technology, available in both Flight and Engineering models. These connectors are available in a range of sizes, including 9, 15, 21, 25, 31, 37, and 51, and can be supplied without contacts (to be ordered separately). Supporting wire sizes of AWG 24, 25, 26, and 28 for all sizes, and the possibility of accommodating 2 wires of size AWG 28 for sizes 9 to 37, our connectors offer versatile harness length flexibility while ensuring non-outgassing properties for reliability in demanding aerospace applications.
SpaceSplice
SpaceSplice products, a standard solution designed to replace manual splices effortlessly, compliant with ESA/ESCC specifications. With easy-to-use features, these connectors come with removable D*MA crimp type contacts, ensuring a compact format that accommodates popular cable gauges while maintaining non-outgassing properties and low residual magnetism for reliable performance in space environments.
SpaceSplice
SpaceSplice products, a standard solution designed to replace manual splices effortlessly, compliant with ESA/ESCC specifications. With easy-to-use features, these connectors come with removable D*MA crimp type contacts, ensuring a compact format that accommodates popular cable gauges while maintaining non-outgassing properties and low residual magnetism for reliable performance in space environments.
MDMA/SpaceSplice Connectors used in Launchers
Interconnects used in satellite launcher vehicles are meticulously engineered to provide robust and reliable connections during launch and space missions. Designed to withstand extreme mechanical stresses, vibrations, and temperature variations, these interconnects ensure secure communication, power distribution, and data transmission between vital components, making them crucial for the successful deployment and operation of satellites in space. With a focus on performance and safety, these interconnects play a critical role in the overall mission success of satellite launcher vehicles.
D*M
The DSub connectors used on board systems of in space launcher vehicles are critical components designed to provide reliable electrical connections in the demanding and harsh conditions of space missions. These connectors are based on the DSubminiature (D-Sub) design, which has been widely adopted in various industries due to its robustness and versatility.
MDM
Micro-D connectors are a specialized type of miniature connectors known for their compact size and high-density pin configuration and this is often considered for the interface for the onbaord systems. They are extensively used in systems within space launcher vehicles due to their reliability, ruggedness, and ability to handle the demanding conditions of space missions.
Accessories
Backshells, dust caps, contacts, jackscrews, and jackposts are essential accessories that complement our range of connectors, guaranteeing optimal sealing, EMI/EMC protection, and adherence to all application requirements. These accessories provide enhanced reliability and performance, ensuring your connections are secure and efficient in any environment.

