SubConn® Handling Instructions

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure the correct use of your SubConn® connectors.

Handling

• Always apply grease before mating
• Disconnect by pulling straight, not at an angle
• Do not pull on the cable, and avoid sharp bends at cable entry
• When using a bulkhead connector, ensure that there are no angular loads
• Make sure to apply the recommended torque when tightening bulkhead nuts (see page 117)
• SubConn^® connectors should not be exposed to extended periods of heat or direct sunlight.
  If a connector becomes very dry, it should be soaked in fresh water before use

Greasing Products

Greasing and Mating Above Water (Dry Mate)

• Connectors must be greased with Molykote 44 Medium before every mating
• A layer of grease corresponding to at least 1/10 of the socket depth should be applied to the female connector
• The inner edge of all sockets should be completely covered, and a thin transparent layer of grease should be left visible on the face of
  the connector
• After greasing, fully mate the male and female connectors in order to secure optimal distribution of grease on pins and in
  sockets
• To confirm that grease has been sufficiently applied, demate and check for grease on every male pin. Then re-mate the
  connector

Greasing and Mating Underwater (Wet Mate)

• Connectors must be greased with Molykote 44 Medium before every mating
• A layer of grease corresponding to approximately 1/3 of the socket depth should be applied to the female connector
• All sockets should be completely sealed, and a transparent layer of grease should be left visible on the face of the connector
• After greasing, fully mate the male and female connectors and remove any excess grease from the connector joint

Cleaning

Cleaning Products

• *General cleaning and removal of any accumulated sand or mud on a connector should be performed using a spray
  based contact cleaner (isopropyl alcohol)
• New grease must be applied again prior to mating
• Always use Loctite 5910 to lock non-metallic (PEEK) connectors
• For locking metallic connectors, the use of Loctite 243 is recommended

Molykote 44
MacArtney offers Molykote 44 Medium in two sizes (10 ml and 100 ml), connectors must be greased with Molykote 44 Medium before every mating.

Related Files

SubConn handling instructions

Movies

SubConn® Greasing and Mating Above Water (Dry Mate)

SubConn® greasing and mating instructions. Demonstration video showing how to grease and mate SubConn® connectors above water (dry mate)

SubConn® Greasing and Mating Underwater (Wet Mate)

SubConn® greasing and mating instructions. Demonstration video showing how to grease and mate SubConn® connectors under water (wet mate)

SubConn® Cleaning Instructions (Female Connector)

SubConn® cleaning instructions. Demonstration video showing how to clean the male half of SubConn® connectors.

SubConn Cleaning Instructions (Male Connector)