Conesys

What Conesys does

Conesys is a privately held, vertically integrated US-based manufacturer of electronic connectors and interconnect systems, headquartered in Torrance, California with roots dating to 1983. The company operates through five brand divisions — Aero-Electric Connector, Aero Industrial Products (AIP), EMP Connectors, J-Tech, and Conesys Europe — supported by approximately 1,000 employees worldwide across manufacturing and assembly facilities in Torrance (CA), Tecate (Mexico), and Colomiers/Toulouse (France). Conesys holds AS9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications (DQS registration 10015570) and performs CNC machining, in-house plating, rubber/plastic molding, and final assembly internally.

The product portfolio spans mil-spec circular and rectangular connectors across the MIL-DTL-38999 (Series I, II, III), MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-83723 Series III, MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2, and MIL-DTL-26500 families, plus filter and transient protection connectors, fiber optic termini, copper and fiber interconnect systems, specialty cable and wire harness assemblies, hermetically sealed connectors, and application-specific custom solutions. Differentiated capabilities include EMP Connectors' integration of EMI filtering and EMP transient surge protection in a single connector package, and AIP's quick-turn customized cable/harness assembly from extensive component inventory.

The business model is B2B hardware sales of connectors and assemblies, with revenue generated through direct sales (via division brands and a dedicated European sales/engineering team) and an extensive authorized distributor network (Heilind, Arrow Electronics, AVNET, TTI, PEI-Genesis, Powell Electronics, Incora, plus regional partners in Australia, the UK, Israel, Japan, and Korea). Primary end markets are military/defense and commercial/business aviation, with secondary exposure to industrial, medical, telecommunications, transportation/rail, and electromagnetic compatibility applications. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is determined per customer specification, volume, and contract terms.

Name

Conesys

Legal name

Conesys, Inc.

Website

https://conesys.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Conesys is a privately held, vertically integrated US manufacturer of mil-spec circular and rectangular connectors, filter/transient protection connectors, fiber optic assemblies, and custom cable assemblies, serving military, aerospace, industrial, medical, telecom, and transportation markets through five brand divisions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mil-Spec Electronic Connectors and Interconnect Systems

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050)

akta.pro primary industry

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Automotive Connectors, Terminals & Junction Boxes Manufacturing (IMACAJAB), Cable Management & Raceway Systems (conduits, trunking, cable trays, ducts, fittings) (IMAGAEAD)

Keywords

• Mil-spec circular connectors
• EMI filtering connectors
• EMP transient protection
• Aerospace interconnect systems
• Fiber optic termini assemblies

Headquarters

HQ city

Torrance

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Connector and Interconnect Product Sales: Conesys generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of circular and rectangular connectors, filter and transient protection connectors, mil-spec connectors, fiber optic termini, copper and fiber interconnect systems, and specialty cable assemblies. Products range from standard catalog items to customized application-specific solutions. The company serves military, aerospace, industrial, medical, and telecommunications markets with both standard and value-added products. Conesys is a privately held company.
2. Custom Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies: Conesys manufactures and supplies customized cable and wire harness assemblies integrated with their connector products, particularly through their Aero Industrial Products division which maintains extensive inventory of connector components for quick-turn assembly of connectors integrated into customized cable and wire harness assemblies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels16 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Conesys is a vertically integrated manufacturer of circular and rectangular connectors, filter and transient protection connectors, mil-spec circular connectors, fiber optic termini, copper and fiber interconnect systems, specialty cable assemblies, and application-specific connectors. In-house manufacturing capabilities cover CNC machining, environmentally friendly plating, rubber and plastic molding, and final assembly, serving military, aerospace, industrial, medical, telecommunications, and transportation markets through its Aero-Electric Connector, AIP, EMP Connectors, J-Tech and Conesys Europe divisions.

Product overview

Conesys is a vertically integrated provider of circular and rectangular connectors including filter and transient protection connectors, mil-spec circular connectors, fiber optic termini, copper and fiber interconnect systems, specialty cable assemblies and application specific connectors. The company operates under five brand names: Aero-Electric Connector (high-volume Mil Spec connector manufacturer), Aero Industrial Products (industrial marketplace connectors and cable assemblies), EMP Connectors (EMI filtering and EMP transient surge protection connectors), J-Tech (customized connectors and fiber optic assemblies), and Conesys Europe (international sales and connector assembly for Europe/Africa/Middle East). The portfolio spans the MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-83723, MIL-DTL-26482, and MIL-DTL-26500 mil-spec connector families, serving military/aerospace, commercial aviation, business aviation, aircraft engines, marine applications, heavy equipment, transportation, rail mass transit, geophysical, machine automation/motion control, medical equipment, general industrial and telecommunications markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aero-Electric Connector (MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-83723, MIL-DTL-26482, MIL-DTL-26500 families) A vertically integrated, high-volume mil-spec circular connector product line (MIL-DTL-38999 Series I, II & III; MIL-DTL-5015 rear release; MIL-DTL-83723 Series III; MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2; MIL-DTL-26500), manufactured at the 120,000 sqft CNC Machining Center in Torrance, California for military and aerospace OEMs.
• Aero Industrial Products (AIP) - Industrial Connectors & Custom Cable/Wire Harness Assemblies Manufactures, assembles and markets light to heavy duty metal-shell connectors for demanding industrial applications, with extensive connector component inventory enabling quick-turn assembly of customized cable and wire harness assemblies; targets automotive robotics, process controls and geophysical markets.
• EMP Connectors - EMI Filtering and EMP Transient Surge Protection Connectors Technology-driven filter connector line that integrates both EMI filtering and EMP transient surge protection into a single compact connector package, delivering space and cost saving protection solutions over traditional discrete methods for military and commercial applications.
• J-Tech - Specialty Connectors, Fiber Optic Assemblies and Application-Specific Interconnect Products Specialty and quick-reacting manufacturer of customized mil-spec connectors (MIL-DTL-5015 front and rear release, MIL-DTL-83723 Series III, MIL-DTL-28748 rack and panel, Reverse Bayonet) and application-specific connectors and fiber optic assemblies, focused on innovative solutions and rapid customer response.
• Conesys Europe - Application Specific and Hermetically Sealed Interconnect Products European sales, engineering and connector assembly operation located in Colomiers (Toulouse), France, that value-adds Aero-Electric's mil-spec families and designs/manufactures application-specific interconnect products including hermetically sealed connectors, while marketing specialty filter and transient voltage suppression connectors from J-Tech and EMP for European, African and Middle Eastern customers.
• Circular and Rectangular Connectors, Fiber Optic Termini, Copper and Fiber Interconnect Systems, Specialty Cable Assemblies Cross-divisional product family of circular and rectangular connectors including filter and transient protection connectors, mil-spec circular connectors, fiber optic termini, copper and fiber interconnect systems, specialty cable assemblies and application-specific connectors serving military/aerospace, commercial aviation, business aviation, aircraft engines, marine, heavy equipment, transportation, rail mass transit, geophysical, machine automation/motion control, medical equipment, general industrial and telecommunications markets.
• MIL-DTL-38999 Series I, II, III Connectors Mil-spec circular connectors in Series I, II and III configurations manufactured to MIL-DTL-38999 specifications, the primary specification for high-density circular connectors in military and aerospace applications.
• MIL-DTL-5015 Connectors (Series III Rear Release and Front Release) Mil-spec circular connectors in Series III Rear Release and Front Release versions for military and aerospace interconnection systems.
• MIL-DTL-83723 Series III Connectors Mil-spec circular connectors (Series III) for electrical connections in military and aerospace platforms, offered from both the Aero-Electric Connector and J-Tech divisions.
• MIL-DTL-26482 Series 2 Connectors Mil-spec miniature circular connectors (Series 2) for military and aerospace applications, with insert molded solder connector variants available.
• MIL-DTL-26500 Connectors Mil-spec general-purpose circular connectors for aerospace and defense applications.
• Class Z Black Zinc Nickel Plating per MIL-DTL-38999 Corrosion-resistant Black Zinc Nickel connector finish per MIL-DTL-38999 specifications, delivering enhanced durability in harsh military and aerospace environments.
• Insert Molded MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1 Solder Connectors Insert molded MIL-DTL-26482 Series 1 solder connectors providing integrated sealing and mechanical robustness for military and aerospace interconnection systems.

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Heilind ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHeilind Electronics is a major authorized distributor for Conesys/Aero-Electric Connector products in North America. The distributor provides Conesys connectors to customers throughout the US, with offices in Wilmington, MA and toll-free customer access.
• Arrow ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArrow Electronics is a global authorized distributor for Conesys connector products. As one of the world's largest distributors of electronic components, Arrow provides broad market access for Conesys across multiple vertical markets.
• TTI, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTTI is an authorized distributor for Conesys with global headquarters in Fort Worth, TX. TTI specializes in passive, connector, and electromechanical components and serves as a key channel partner.
• AVNETcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAVNET is an authorized distributor for Conesys products. As a global technology distributor, AVNET provides Conesys with broad market reach across electronics markets.
• PEI-GenesiscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPEI-Genesis is an authorized distributor for Conesys connectors. PEI-Genesis is known for its rapid assembly and shipment of precision connectors.
• Powell ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPowell Electronics is an authorized distributor for Conesys products. Specializing in connectors and cables, Powell serves the aerospace and defense markets.
• Cambridge Technologies (Australia/NZ)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCambridge Technologies has a distribution agreement with Conesys Europe for Hermetic Connectors in Australia and New Zealand. This partnership was formalized in September 2012 and represents Conesys Europe's international reach.
• DQS, Inc.coreOthersDQS, Inc. is Conesys's certification body for ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100:2016 quality management system certifications. DQS holds Conesys's registration (number 10015570) for these aerospace and general quality standards.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Glenair: Glenair is a direct peer and one of the most direct competitors to Conesys in MIL-spec circular and rectangular connectors for military and aerospace applications. Both companies specialize in MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, and related families, with vertically integrated US manufacturing and similar mil/aero customer bases.
• ITT Cannon: ITT Cannon (ITT Inc.) is a direct peer in mil-spec circular connectors, including MIL-DTL-38999 and MIL-DTL-5015 families, serving military, aerospace, and industrial customers. ITT Cannon competes with Conesys across many of the same platforms and qualification slots.
• Souriau (Eaton): Souriau, part of Eaton's Aerospace segment, is a direct peer in mil-spec and hermetic circular connectors for defense and aerospace. Souriau's product range, including 8D/38999 series, competes with Conesys' MIL-DTL-38999 and Conesys Europe's hermetic product lines.
• Radiall: Radiall is a direct peer and French-headquartered manufacturer of interconnect products including mil-spec circular connectors, fiber optic termini, and EMI/EMP filter connectors. Radiall's filter connector offering directly competes with Conesys' EMP Connectors division across European and global defense programs.
• Smiths Interconnect: Smiths Interconnect is a direct peer in high-reliability connectors, including mil-spec circular connectors, filter connectors, and fiber optic interconnect systems for defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Smiths' Hypertac and other brands compete with Conesys on specialized high-reliability applications.
• Cinch Connectivity Solutions: Cinch Connectivity Solutions (a Bel Fuse company) is a direct peer in mil-spec circular connectors, including MIL-DTL-38999 and MIL-DTL-26500, as well as fiber optic and filtered connector solutions. Cinch competes with Conesys across military, aerospace, and industrial connector programs.

Broad incumbents

• Amphenol: Amphenol is a broad incumbent and the largest connector manufacturer globally, with a deep mil/aero circular connector portfolio that directly overlaps with Conesys' product range. While far larger and more diversified, Amphenol competes head-to-head with Conesys on MIL-DTL programs at major defense primes.
• TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity is a broad incumbent connector and sensor manufacturer with a substantial aerospace and defense business that includes mil-spec circular connectors. TE's DEUTSCH and Raychem brands compete directly with Conesys across military, aerospace, and industrial connector programs.
• Molex: Molex (a Koch Industries company) is a broad incumbent connector manufacturer with a substantial aerospace and defense business. While Molex's portfolio emphasizes commercial and data communication connectors, it overlaps with Conesys on certain mil-spec circular and rectangular connector programs.

Emerging players

• Positronic: Positronic is an emerging/niche player in high-reliability rectangular and circular connectors for military, aerospace, and industrial applications. While smaller and more focused on rectangular D-sub and power connectors, Positronic intersects with Conesys in custom and application-specific high-reliability connector programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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