Overview
The Amphenol 97B cable clamp size 18 is a right-angle backshell cable clamp engineered for reliable cable strain relief in industrial and commercial applications. Designed for use with Amphenol MS series circular connectors, this olive drab aluminum alloy component conforms to MIL-C-5015 specifications. The floating clamping halves and threaded design provide secure, repeatable connections with minimal cable damage.
Key Features
- Right-angle configuration for space-constrained installations
- Floating clamping halves maximize strain relief
- Olive drab finish (chromate-treated aluminum alloy)
- Compatible with jacketed and unjacketed cable using appropriate bushings
- MS/AN threaded fitting for standard MIL-spec connectors
- Conforms to MIL-C-5015 commercial grade circular connector standards
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Amphenol Industrial
- Series: 97B
- Shell Size: 18
- Configuration: Right Angle
- Housing Material: Aluminum Alloy
- Finish: Olive Drab Chromate
- Thread Size: 1-1/8″
- Cable Support: Floating clamping halves
- Standards: MIL-C-5015, ANSI/ESD S20.20:2014
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Military and aerospace interconnect solutions
- Rugged field equipment and instrumentation
- Power transmission and distribution equipment
- Commercial circular connector assemblies
- Medical device packaging and protection
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Amphenol MS series circular connectors (all pin configurations)
- MIL-DTL-5015 military connector standards
- Standard AN/MS threaded backshell assemblies
- Jacketed and unjacketed cable with appropriate bushings
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- 97B-108922 (Amphenol part number for size 18 right-angle)
- Functionally equivalent to other size 18 right-angle cable clamps meeting MIL-C-5015
Works With
- MS3057A cable clamp inserts
- Standard 1-1/8″ MS/AN threaded fittings
- All Amphenol MS circular connector receptacles
- MIL-spec connector backshell assemblies
