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An international group serving all industrial sectors

Stäubli, a market leading company con-tinually pushes for innovation, addressing current and future needs for advanced connection solutions.

Developing and delivering high-performance solutions tailored to specific business re-quirements, as well as understanding and anticipating the trends shaping each branch of industry, is the strategy pursued by Stäubli, as global leader in advanced connection solutions for all applications: fluid, gas and electrical. Fluid mono-connections, electrical connec-tions, multi-connection systems for all energy sources, tool changers for robots or Quick Mould Change solutions… each Stäubli

assembly is engineered and built from parts of consistently matched quality and design. Our solutions improve the reliability, efficien-cy, performance and usability of equipment, thereby raising the productivity bar and guar-anteeing operator safety.

Aerospace and defense: sectors with strict requirementsThe propulsion, power and control systems of long-haul aircraft carrying hundreds of passengers, submarines under water, or land vehicles on missions do not tolerate the slightest failure.There are numerous fluid and electrical connections in the civil aviation and defense fields for refueling, breathing air supply,

hydraulic circuits and cooling electronic equipment such as converters, rectifiers, batteries, etc.Each connection is a vital link, essential for the neat operation and subject to extreme conditions of use, e.g. high differences in temperature, shock and vibrations.Stäubli has been working in partnership with the aerospace and military industries on major international projects for over 40 years. It is recognized for its expertise and ability to supply connection solutions, which perfectly meet the specific require-ments of these two sectors.

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From your objectives to our solutions

OUR FIELDS OF EXPERTISE

Our Stäubli specialists are constantly increasing their knowledge of the field by listening attentively to our clients and reinforcing close collaboration.The quality of these relationships ena-bles them to analyze each requirement in order to develop the appropriate connection solution that will perfectly meet the expressed needs.

Whatever solution is proposed, every single one features the advantages the Stäubli range is so well-known for:

Compactness ¡ Maximum flow at minimum size.

Safety ¡ Pressure-tightness using a locking system that prevents accidental disconnection.

¡ Touch protection and grounding solution.

Reliability¡ The ability to withstand multiple connec-

tion-disconnection operations, optimum tightness and resistance to harsh envi-ronments all combined to ensure reliable operation for the long term.

¡ The tried and tested MULTILAM contact technology guarantees a perfect con-nection thanks to its natural flexibility and its outstanding technical charac-teristics. Vibration resistance and low contact resistance ensure reliable oper-ation of long-term use.

Clean-break¡ Our quick-release couplings ensure clean

connection and disconnection, prevent-ing contamination of the circuit and pol-lution of the environment.

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Working with you from day one of your project

The experts in our Research & Develop-ment teams offer thorough support in designing solutions that will meet the re-quirements of your application in every respect and guarantee compatibility with your existing equipment.Our CAD tools, rapid prototyping ma-chines and dedicated testing equipment ensure the suitability of the components as defined by your specifications.

Quality above all else Our production, metrology and metallurgy departments utilize the latest technology to assure the best quality of our products and to provide full traceability.A method certified by the most stringent standards: ¡ ISO 9001¡ AQAP 2110¡ ISO TS 16949

Effective testing and measurement Stäubli uses high-tech tools to inspect your products:¡ 3-axis optical measuring machine¡ X-ray fluorescence¡ Spectrometer¡ T esting equipment: helium, gas (up to

3,500 bar), oil (up to 4,000 bar), water (from 0 to 10,000 bar), hydraulic and pneumatic drop tests, pressure drop, thermal shock, vibration (up to 3,000 Hz and accelerations up to 112 g), mechan-ical endurance and corrosion resistance tests (saline spray enclosure) and climatic tests

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GROUND-BASED MILITARY APPLICATIONS

Electric

Hydraulic

Air Conditioning

Thermal Management

Breathing Air

Other applications ¡ Testing of equipment/functionalities: Our products are used for functional testing of equipment prior to commissioning

Energy conversion ¡ Manual/rackable blind mate power and signal connection with float mount

¡ Power connection of the electronics in the power conversion system

CBRN ¡ Quick-release coupling of non-contaminated airline components

¡ Quick-release coupling of cleaning systems

Motor cooling ¡ Quick-release connections of heat sink, pump, motor and heating

modules for easier maintenance in confined spaces

Power distribution ¡ Backplane connection inside the

power distribution ¡ Manual/rackable power and signal connection to generator and power

conversion system

Energy storage ¡ Manual/rackable power and signal connection to power distribution

¡ Power connection between the energy storage modules

Air conditioning ¡ Quick-release coupling of air

conditioning components (com-pressor, condenser, evaporator), enabling work to be carried out without having to drain or refill

the coolant circuit

Braking circuits ¡ Work can be carried out quickly

without draining the braking systems

Fuel line ¡ On-line quick-release coupling for sampling operations

High pressure gas ¡ Coupling for quick pressurization of high-pressure nitrogen reserves for release mechanisms

Electronic cooling/radar ¡ Easy maintenance of electronic radar and countermeasure systems, quick disconnec-tion/reconnection of liquid circuits

¡ Rackable power connection between electronics and power distribution

Air cooling ¡ Quick-release connection

of cockpit air circuits

MILITARY AVIATION APPLICATIONS

Hydraulic

Electric

Fuel Line

Thermal Management

High Pressure Gas

Other applications ¡ Testing of equipment/functionalities: Our products are used for functional testing of equipment prior to commissioning

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Power distribution & conversion ¡ Rackable blind mate power connection with float mount between power conversion system and power distribution

¡ Quick-release power connectors between switching devices (relays, SSPC) and power distribution

¡ Rackable connection for power electronics inside switching devices (SSPC)

Draining ¡ Quick-release couplings for draining hydraulic circuits

Cooling of galleys ¡ Quick-release, safe coupling for water and coolant circuits

Power distribution & conversion ¡ Rackable blind mate power connection with float mount between power conversion system and power distribution

¡ Quick-release power connectors between switching devices (relays, SSPC) and power distribution

¡ Rackable connection for power electronics inside switching devices (SSPC)

Trolley and Galley ¡ Quick connection of drinks, vending machine, water

supply and electrical signals

Energy storage ¡ Power connection

between the energy storage system

and BMS ¡ Power connection

between the energy storage cells

Other applications ¡ Testing of equipment/functionalities: Our products are used for functional testing of equipment prior to commissioning

CIVIL AVIATION APPLICATIONS

Hydraulic

Electric

Cooling

Thermal Management

Liquid coolingof electronics

Quick-release connection of cold plates for on-board electronic systems

SUBMARINE APPLICATIONS

Electric

Cooling

Thermal Management

Breathing Air

Launcher compartments ¡ Quick-release coupling of handling systems

CMS - Combat management system ¡ Manual/rackable high speed data

and signal connection

Shore power ¡ Manual power connection for external supply

Propulsion system ¡ Rackable/manual power connection for voltages higher than 600 V with electromagnetic shielding

¡ Dynamic power connection for moving equipment

Cooling of electronics

¡ Connection of electronic

racks to central cooling system

Breathing air ¡ Dedicated breathing air connection to prevent misconnection Battery/fuel cell

¡ Connection of temperature control fluids for electrical supply systems ¡ Rackable blind mate power connection with float mount for optimized integration

Switching system Power distribution and conversion ¡ Rackable blind mate power connection with float mount between switching components (circuit breakers) and power distribution

¡ Rackable blind mate power connection with float mount between power conversion systems and power distribution

Motor cooling ¡ Quick-release coupling of the converter coolant circuit

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Stäubli develops quick connection solu-tions that are ideal for extreme operating conditions at sea, on land and in the air.With broad and profound expertise in the most specific applications, Stäubli offers an unlimited response to its customer's requirements.

MedicalIn emergency situations, it must be possible to set up advanced medical stations as close as possible to risk areas.With its wide-ranging expertise, Stäubli is able to equip field hospitals and to provide connections for filling oxygen cylinders.

RadarStäubliʹs electrical connection solutions can be used for innovative, space-saving flat interconnections in the power distribu-tion architecture/backplane.

SpaceScientific experiments are carried out in zero gravity under extreme conditions.Stäubli has transferred its land-based know-how to develop a unique solution used on the ISS.

FillingWith their high resistance to hydrocarbons, pressure and vibration, Stäubliʹs quick-release couplings and refueling systems ensure safe and rapid filling of various types of equipment (aircraft, UAVs, UWVs, helicopters, etc.).

Dynamic applicationsThe MULTILAM contact technology enables high efficiency rotating joint solutions with low contact resistance and no compromise on dimensions or technology. Stäubli solutions are used on various sea and land-based systems.

Civil aviationStäubli is directly involved in various R&D programs developing the “more elec-tric aircraft” by providing its expertise in modular electrical connector technology. Our solution combines power, signals, data and mechanical float mount, ideal for aerospace applications.

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