BIRNS Hull Penetrators transmit electrical power/signal through pressure hulls of human-occupied submarines and submersibles, and are custom-made to your requirements. Here are some examples:

BIRNS Penetrators (right), with 90^o outboard molding, providing 100-amp power for a deep-submergence research submarine. (Note the Teflon-jacketed inboard cable per M22759/3-01.)



BIRNS 4-Port Pneumatic Hull Penetrators (left) each provide four independent pneumatic line penetrations in a deep-ocean research submarine.



BIRNS P32 Straight Penetrators (right), with 90^o outboard molding, for a deep-submergence tourist submarine.



BIRNS 100A Bulkhead Receptacle (Hull Penetrator) (left) with one 2AWG conductor for 'Positive' side of 100A current from power battery for Pisces submarine.

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BIRNS Communication Hull Penetrator (right) with 8 separate RG303 50Ω coaxial channels.



BIRNS Low-Profile Hull Penetrator (right) transfers high-quality electronic signals in a miniaturized format. Note the electronic braiding throughout. Dual o-rings (face compression and radial/piston) provide excellent sealing.



BIRNS Millennium 3P Flanged Receptacle (left) with circular flange per MIL-C-24217/4-004. Note the removable GRE insert with insulated solder pots.

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BIRNS 100-amp power system (right) supplies all mission-dependent propulsion power for a manned scientific research submarine. Note the Command Sphere bulkhead receptacle and the combination of connectors and penetrators.



BIRNS Power Penetrators (left & far left) provide DC motor power. Note the captivated o-rings.

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BIRNS Custom Hull Penetrator (right) provides a streamlined profile. Note the dual o-ring seals.



BIRNS Penetrator/Cable Assemblies (left) comprise a set of outboard power cable assemblies for a military swimmer-delivery vehicle.



We are happy to make hull penetrators to your specifications or design them for you. Many different materials are available. Contact us!

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