Amphenol-Air LB

What Amphenol-Air LB does

Amphenol-Air LB GmbH is a German manufacturer of high-reliability electrical connectors, fiber optic connectors, backshells, and cable assemblies headquartered in Saarlouis, Germany. Founded in 1961 and operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH), the company serves primarily the defense, aerospace, and marine sectors, with secondary exposure to unmanned systems, electric air mobility, and industrial markets. Its products are engineered for extreme environmental conditions including high humidity, salt water, vibration, shock, and electromagnetic interference, with operating ranges from -65°C to +260°C, IP67/IP68 sealing, and up to 1000A/1238Vdc per contact. The company describes itself as a "world market leader" in the connector sector and positions as one of the strongest partners for German defense technology.

The product portfolio spans roughly 60 active series organized into three compliance frames: in-house Amphenol-Air LB branded lines (GCB-B, GCB-M, TV/CTV, SJT, PT, GCE/GCC, Powersafe, RHINO, RAPTOR, Series Five, 2M, Bantam, SIM Serie II/III, RNJ, HDM/HQM), VG-standard products approved by the German Bundesamt für Ausrüstung, Informationstechnik und Nutzung der Bundeswehr (VG95234, VG95319, VG96912, VG96929, VG96944, VG96940, VG96953, VG96513, VG96955, VG96977, VG96975, VG96934), and MIL/ARINC/EN-standard compliant series (MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-38999 I/II/III, MIL-DTL-26482, MIL-DTL-83513, MIL-DTL-24308, MIL-PRF-28876, ARINC 600/404/801, EN4165, EN3545, EN4644, EN4531, EN61984). Proprietary modular systems such as GCB-M and SIM Serie II & III enable over 230,000 contact configurations supporting signal, data (including fiber and RJ45 10 Gbit/s), and power transmission. Accessories include backshells (BVG, M85049), EMI/RFI gaskets (AALB-FSPL), patch cables, fiber optic connectors (GTB, TacBeam, MPO, M801, Lumière), filter connectors, relay sockets (MIL-PRF-12883), bus bars, EWIS cable spacers, and an in-flight entertainment/connectivity line (IFES/IFEC).

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market: direct sales from its Saarlouis manufacturing facility for orders at or above €10,000 minimum, combined with an authorized global distributor network that serves smaller quantities. Customer-facing marketing includes technical catalogs, PDF datasheets, 3D models, a competitor cross-reference connector search tool, and physical presence at major defense, marine, and electronics trade shows (SMM, MSPO, Electronica, NEDS/NIDV). The company maintains DIN EN 9100 (AS9100), ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, and ISO 27001 certifications, plus REACH and RoHS compliance, and VG-Norm product certifications across multiple defense standards. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; as a non-listed GmbH, Amphenol-Air LB reports through its parent Amphenol Corporation.

Name

Amphenol-Air LB

Legal name

Amphenol-Air LB GmbH

Website

https://amphenol-airlb.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Amphenol-Air LB GmbH is a Saarlouis, Germany-based manufacturer of high-reliability electrical and fiber optic connectors, backshells, and cable assemblies for defense, aerospace, and marine applications, holding extensive VG-standard certifications for German military procurement.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Military and Aerospace Electrical Connectors

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electronic Coils, Transformers & Other Inductors (3677)

akta.pro primary industry

Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Connectors (Power/Signal/High-Speed) (HDAHAOAA), EMI/EMC & Filtering Components (Common-mode chokes, filters, shielding materials) (IMAGAJAN), Electromechanical Components (Relays, Switches, Potentiometers, Encoders) (IMAGAJAB)

Keywords

• Military connectors
• Circular connectors
• Defense cable assemblies
• Aerospace interconnect solutions
• VG-standard connectors

Headquarters

HQ city

Saarlouis

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Connector and Accessory Sales: Direct manufacturing and sales of rugged connectors, backshells, cable assemblies, and accessories for defense, aerospace, marine, and industrial applications. Products include circular connectors, rectangular connectors, D-SUB connectors, and specialized cable assemblies. Minimum order value of €10,000 for direct orders; smaller quantities available through distribution partners.
2. Custom/Project-Based Orders: Custom connector solutions and project-specific orders developed in close cooperation with industry partners for specific defense and aerospace requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Amphenol-Air LB designs, manufactures, and sells high-reliability electrical connectors, backshells, fiber optic connectors, cable assemblies, and related accessories for defense, aerospace, marine, unmanned systems, electric air mobility, and industrial applications. Products are manufactured in-house at the Saarlouis, Germany facility and include VG-Norm certified, MIL-spec, ARINC, and EN-standard compliant offerings spanning circular, rectangular, D-SUB, and modular connector families.

Product overview

Amphenol-Air LB is a manufacturer of high-quality circular connectors, rectangular connectors, cable assemblies, and accessories for demanding technical requirements in extreme conditions. The product portfolio is organized into three main categories: own-manufactured products under the Amphenol-Air LB brand (GCB, TV, SJT, PT, GCA, GCC, GCE, ECTA, 2M, RNJ, Series Five, Bantam, ASR, and related series), VG-standard products approved by the German defense procurement office (VG95234, VG95319, VG96912, VG96929, VG96513, VG96944, VG96940, VG96927, VG96953, VG96936, VG96977, VG96975), and MIL-standard products compliant with international military and aerospace specifications (MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-38999 I/II/III, MIL-DTL-26482, MIL-DTL-83513, MIL-DTL-24308, MIL-DTL-83723, MIL-DTL-55116, MIL-PRF-28876, MIL-PRF-29504, MIL-PRF-12883, ARINC standards, EN4165, EN3545, EN4644, EN4531, EN61984). The company also produces complementary accessories including backshells (BVG, M85049), gaskets (AALB-FSPL), patch cables (GPC, CAT7), fiber optic connectors (GTB, TacBeam, M801, MPO, ARINC 801, ARINC 600, Lumière, MFM), transceivers, filter connectors, relay sockets, bus bars, and IFES/IFEC systems. Products are manufactured at the Saarlouis, Germany facility and serve defense, aerospace, marine, unmanned systems, electric air mobility, and industrial markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GCB-B: Product series - Robust circular connector with reverse-bayonet locking for signal and power transmission
• GCB-M
• Powersafe
• TV | CTV
• SJT
• SIM Serie II & III
• GTB | GMTB
• RHINO
• RAPTOR
• Series Five
• Molliflex
• Pegasus

Products and services

• GCB-B (VG95234 / AA95234) Connectors Robust circular connector with reverse-bayonet locking for signal and power transmission, supporting up to 61 contacts and 245A per contact. VG95234 approved for defense applications.
• GCB-M (VG96955) Modular Circular Connectors

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 187 contacts in single connector
• +5 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• HARTING Technology Group: German family-owned connector manufacturer with strong industrial and growing defense portfolio (Han, ix Industrial series). Competes with AALB in rugged industrial connectors and is increasingly active in railway and defense segments adjacent to AALB's industrial customer base.
• Radiall: French-headquartered manufacturer of RF/coaxial, fiber optic, and circular connectors for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Directly comparable to AALB in MIL-spec and ARINC-grade interconnect products across European defense programs.
• Glenair: Privately held US manufacturer specializing in military and aerospace connectors, backshells, and cable assemblies. Directly comparable to AALB in mission-critical interconnect solutions for harsh-environment defense applications.
• ITT Inc. (Cannon): Long-established manufacturer of MIL-spec circular and rectangular connectors (Cannon, Veam), with deep exposure to defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Direct peer to AALB in VG/MIL-spec circular connectors for harsh-environment applications.
• Souriau (Eaton): Eaton's Souriau-Sunbank brand is a major supplier of MIL-DTL-38999, EN3645, and ARINC connectors for defense and aerospace platforms. Directly competes with AALB's TV, SJT, and CTV series in European and global defense programs.
• Smiths Interconnect: Division of Smiths Group providing high-reliability connectors, fiber optics, and microwave components for defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Directly comparable to AALB in ruggedized interconnect products for extreme-environment applications.
• ODU GmbH & Co. KG: German-based specialty connector manufacturer serving defense, medical, and industrial markets with modular push-pull and circular connector systems. Directly comparable to AALB as a German-headquartered connector specialist competing in defense and high-reliability segments.
• Conesys (Aptiv / formerly Aero-Electric Connector): Specialist MIL-spec circular connector manufacturer serving defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. Directly competes with AALB's MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, and MIL-DTL-26482 product lines in Western defense supply chains.

Broad incumbents

• TE Connectivity: Global broad-line connector and sensor incumbent with extensive defense, aerospace, and industrial portfolios (DEUTSCH, Raychem, AMP brands). Directly competes with AALB across MIL-spec and VG-equivalent connector programs, with a much larger R&D and manufacturing footprint.

Emerging players

• Fischer Connectors: Swiss manufacturer of high-performance circular and rectangular push-pull connectors for medical, industrial, defense, and test & measurement markets. Overlaps with AALB's ECTA push-pull and ruggedized products but with a stronger non-defense mix.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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