INCH-POUND
MIL-DTL-21617B
6 April 2012
SUPERSEDING
MIL-DTL-21617A
24 July 2003
DETAIL SPECIFICATION
CONNECTORS, PLUG AND RECEPTACLE, ELECTRICAL, RECTANGULAR,
POLARIZED SHELL, MINIATURE TYPE
GENERAL SPECIFICATION FOR
This specification is approved for use by all Departments
and Agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. SCOPE
1.1 Scope. This specification covers multi-contact, rectangular, polarized shell, miniature type,
electrical and electronic rack and panel connectors (plugs and receptacles).
1.2 Classification. Connectors are of the following types, classes, and styles, as specified herein.
1.2.1 Part or Identifying Number (PIN). The PIN consist of the letter "M", the basic number of the
specification sheet, and an assigned dash number as shown in the following example:
M21617/1
P
M
004A
Specification
Types
Classes
Insert styles
sheet number
(see 1.2.2)
(see 1.2.3)
(see 1.2.4)
(see.1.2.1)
1.2.2 Types.
Type P -
Plug.
Type J
-
Receptacle.
Type JS -
Receptacle, pressurized type.
Comments, suggestions, or questions on this document should be addressed to: DLA Land
and Maritime, ATTN: VAI, P.O. Box 3990, Columbus, OH 43218-3990 or email:
RectangularConnector@dla.mil. Since contact information can change, you may want to verify
the currency of this address information using the ASSIST Online database at
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