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Type C Assembly Instructions
Series 39 EMI/RFI Cable Sealing Backshells
with Strain Relief
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 39-C

TYPE C SHIELD TERMINATION

Grommet Washer (5)
(3)
O-Ring

Strain
Follower Relief
Ground (4) (6)
Ring
(2)
Backshell
(1)
Connector

The following suggested procedure serves as a guide e. Trim cable jacket and shield at mark made in step (c)
for proper assembly and installation of Glenair EMI/RFI above (allowing for service loops and crossovers).
Cable Sealing Backshells (Type C shield termination). It
is recommended that trial samples of appropriate cables f. Strip jacket 1/4 inch back from trim point in step (e) to
be used to determine proper trim dimensions of the cable expose overall shield.
jacket, shield and individual conductors. g. Prepare and terminate cable conductors in accordance
with established practices.
a. Temporarily assemble backshell (1) to connector. h. Assemble backshell (1) to connector and tighten se-
curely.
b. Place remaining backshell assembly components (2
through 6) on cable in sequence shown. Keep these i. Flare shield over tapered end of backshell (1) and slide
components at a convenient distance from the end of ground ring (2) into place over shield. Hold ring in
the cable, so they will not interfere with subsequent position and trim any exposed shield stands adjacent
assembly steps. to rear threads on backshell.
c. Insert cable into backshell (1) and bottom against con- j. Slide grommet (3), follower (4) and washer (5) against
nector. Hold cable in position and mark cable jacket ground ring (2).
at rear end of backshell (1).
k. Engage strain relief (6) with backshell and tighten se-
CAUTION: If cable conductors are to have service curely. Tighten strain relief saddles on cable jacket.
loops, or if conductors will have crossovers, etc., al-
low sufficient added length to cable to compensate for NOTE: As with any electrical connector assembly proce-
these factors. dure, be sure to use the proper tools. For convenient,
reliable assembly of the connector and backshell, it is
d. Remove backshell (1) from connector and place on suggested that Glenair's connector holding tools, strap
cable with components in step (b) above. wrenches and connector pliers be used.

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