The Shrink Boot Adapter is a backshell that attaches to a connector's accessory threads to provide the necessary gripping area for a shrink boot. The Shrink Boot and Adapter are slipped over the cable and, after wiring is completed, the Adapter is attached to the connector. The Shrink Boot is positioned over the Adapter and the jacketed cable. As heat is applied to the Shrink Boot it shrinks tightly around the Adapter and cable forming an environmental seal. Compaero offers a number of Shrink Boot termination variations including Shield Sock, Stainless Steel Termination Band, Stainless Steel Constant Force Spring and Light Bulb Thread.

Compaero is a Government QPL'd manufacturer of M85049/128 Termination Bands, as well as being qualified to the VG95319 standard. These bands are commonly used to attach a braid or a shield to a backshell to provide EMI/RFI shielding. They are available in different lengths, widths, and styles. Compaero's Termination Bands work seamlessly with Daniels Tooling.

Compaero's full line of Protective Covers provide moisture and dust protection for almost every circular mil-spec connector. Covers are assembled to order from stock in as little as 2 days with a wide selection of lanyard types and lengths. Security rings and eyelets of all sizes are also available.

Compaero is proud to be an Approved Source on many TACOM Drawings. Adapters are submersible up to 6 feet (where listed) and provide excellent strain relief, environmental protection and EMI/RFI protection. These adapters and backshells are often used in tanks including the M1A1, M1A2, Bradley & Stryker.

The Shrink Boot Adapter is a backshell that attaches to a connector's accessory threads to provide the necessary gripping area for a shrink boot. The Shrink Boot and Adapter are slipped over the cable and, after wiring is completed, the Adapter is attached to the connector. The Shrink Boot is positioned over the Adapter and the jacketed cable. As heat is applied to the Shrink Boot it shrinks tightly around the Adapter and cable forming an environmental seal. Compaero offers a number of Shrink Boot termination variations including Shield Sock, Stainless Steel Termination Band, Stainless Steel Constant Force Spring and Light Bulb Thread.

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) generate interference. When strong external noise fields exist, the conductors of a cable act as antennas and pick up the radiated signals. The reception of this interference results in inaccurate or interrupted data transmission. An effective shield prevents the reception on undesired signals as well as confining extraneous signals generated within the cable itself. EMI/RFI Backshells enclose the cable in a tightly woven metal braid comprised of wire strands which is then terminated at one or both ends of the cable to ground potential. The termination and grounding of the shield is accomplished by using a suitable connector backshell. A variety of backshell configurations are available for termination of cable shielding.

Compaero's range of D-Sub and Micro D-Sub connector adapters are expertly designed and manufactured to provide excellent EMI/RFI, Band Termination, and/or sealing properties. Various options on length, exit angle, finish and hardware enable the user to get an exact fit for their application. Compaero is also able to design and build non-standard backshells as well.