Cristek Inc.

At Cristek we know what it takes to bring quality, reliability and responsiveness to the demanding world of EMI Filter Connectors. A complete understanding of the connector. As an electrical device As a mechanical device An extensive attention to detail A high level of interaction with & service to the customer The ability to design & produce ultra dense packages The willingness to take on "short run" orders Cristek has applied its 15 years of niche experience in the detail oriented, short run, ultra-miniature world of Micro and Nano connectors to the development of its EMI Filter connector product line. We have augmented our technical team by adding industry experts in EMI Filter connector design and test as well as in the design of military cylindrical connectors.

The SMP connector is a multi-functional, miniature, high frequency, push-on connector that can be adaptable for use in wide variety of high reliability applications. This connector is suitable for applications ranging from hermetic modules to backplanes. The multitude of configurations and styles provide specifically tailored solutions for a wide range of cabled and module to module assemblies. A unique feature of this connector is the ability to install cable assemblies with minimal movement. The floating connector feature provides a maximum allowance for misalignment. Unlike other push-on type connectors, the frequency range of the connector is not self limited by its push-on, blind mate features. These robust connectors are designed to mate tightly and maintain performance through 40 GHz

Cristek manufactures the most robust mechanical Micro-D connectors in the world! Since the 1960's, Cristek has had a long standing history of use in military and aerospace applications. We have been providing our customers with this high-reliability, highly resistant to shock and vibration product at the best value for their most critical and demanding applications. The advantages of our Micro-D connectors are impressive and provide durable and ultra-dense hardware for a multitude of applications in the aerospace, defense and medical industries. Cristek Micro-d connectors materials and finishes meet or exceed the specifications of MIL-DTL-83513.

Cristek's microwave connector product line is constantly expanding so we offer many connector configurations and interfaces not yet shown in this catalog. This rapid expansion is driven by customers who trust us with their most demanding and unique applications as well as our own needs as a cable assembly house requiring reliable connectors which are cost effective to assembly. All connectors are designed to meet the latest military andor industry specifications for the specific connector types. We also have developed several unique interfacesstyles to suit cus-tomer applications. In many cases these connectors will exceed the related specification in both performance and frequency range. The following is a list of some of the connectors offered by Cristek. Bottom line...If you don't see it in this catalog, give us a call. There is a good chance we have just what you are looking

The Nano contact was first developed in the mid 60's increasing the package density from 400 contacts per square inch in the Micro to 1600 contacts per square inch in the Nano. This leap in high reliability and high contact density was well suited for the future demand in high-speed signals, reduction in board packaging, and weight savings. Today, saving space, weight and time is applicable to all industries -- military, space, medical, telecommunication, automotive and computer designers are all striving to pack more performance into less space. The combination of current industry trends with advances in flexible and rigid printed circuit technology has driven an increase in demand for Nano miniature connectors. These nano miniature connectors are suitable for use in implantable medical devices, hearing aids, prosthetics, computers, petroleum industry, vision equipment, control systems, missiles, satellites, and space probes. Cristek Nano miniature connectors utilize the same reverse gender contact system described in Section 1.0; however, the contacts in the Nano are 30 AWG whereas the Micros are 24 AWG. Cristek Nano miniature connectors are available in plastic and metalized packages; in strip, D style and circular layouts; in wire, through hole PCB, and surface mount PCB termination versions.

A cable harness is only as reliable as its weakest connection point and with over 25 years of connector design and manufacturing experience, Cristek knows connectors! Combining unparalleled connector expertise, over $1 million of cable assembly specific equipment with experienced cable technicians and engineers ensures you can trust Cristek with your most critical harness assembly challenges. Cristek is there for you from concept through full scale production. Our range of applications experience in satellites, missiles, weapon systems, ground shelters, vehicles, medical devices, and many others, allows us to draw from a tight menu of best practices to yield cost effective designs and repeatable results. When you plug a Cristek assembly into your system it works first time, every time