8D ELIO series Connector

8D ELIO Series Connectors are rugged fiber-optic circular connectors based on the MIL-DTL-38999 Series III (8D) platform, designed for aerospace, defense, marine, and industrial applications. Featuring proven ELIO fiber-optic technology, they provide high-performance optical connectivity with excellent resistance to vibration, shock, and harsh environmental conditions. Their easy-to-install, easy-to-clean design and secure bayonet-locking optical termini make them ideal for mission-critical data transmission systems.

Core features

  • Fiber optic solution in 38999 series III type connectors
  • Easy to use
  • Easy to terminate
  • Easy to clean

The 8D ELIO Series is widely used in applications requiring high-speed fiber-optic data transmission, rugged environmental performance, and reliable operation under vibration and harsh conditions. Built on the MIL-DTL-38999 Series III platform, these connectors are particularly suited for:

  • Commercial Aircraft
    • In-flight entertainment (IFE) systems
    • Cabin management systems
    • Aircraft communication networks
    • Avionics data links
    • Cockpit displays and controls 
  • Military & Defense
    • Mission systems and avionics
    • Military vehicle communication networks
    • Radar and surveillance systems
    • Secure high-speed data transmission applications 
  • Space Applications
    • Satellites
    • Launch vehicles
    • Spaceborne communication systems requiring lightweight, high-reliability optical interconnects 
  • Marine Systems
    • Shipboard communication networks
    • Naval combat systems
    • Sensor and monitoring equipment operating in harsh environments 
  • Industrial Applications
    • High-speed optical networks
    • Factory automation systems
    • Vision and monitoring systems
    • Harsh-environment data communication infrastructure