Amphenol CIT
Amphenol CIT designs and manufactures ruggedized interconnect and cable solutions — cable assemblies, connectors, structures, system integration kits, and wire and cable — for aerospace, military and defense, space, industrial, and medical customers via direct sales and a global distributor network.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersAllen, United States
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Amphenol CIT firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Amphenol CIT
- Legal name
- Amphenol CIT, Inc.
- Website
- https://amphenol-cit.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Amphenol CIT designs and manufactures ruggedized interconnect and cable solutions — cable assemblies, connectors, structures, system integration kits, and wire and cable — for aerospace, military and defense, space, industrial, and medical customers via direct sales and a global distributor network.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Amphenol CIT industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aerospace Interconnect & Cable Solutions
- NAICS
- Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)
- SIC
- Electronic Connectors (3678), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft & Parts (3720), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits (IMABAFAL)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Aerospace Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS) & Harnesses (IMABANAD), Connectors & Interconnect Components (Industrial connectors, terminals, sockets, backplane) (IMAGAJAC), Industrial Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) (IMAGAGAA)
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Where Amphenol CIT is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Allen
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Amphenol CIT business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Hardware Product Sales: Primary revenue stream from the sale of aerospace-grade interconnect products including cable assemblies, connectors, fiber optic cables, wire, structures (racks, trays, enclosures), and system integration kits. Products are sold as both standard catalog items and custom-engineered solutions. Revenue is generated through direct OEM and aftermarket channels as well as through a global distributor network.
- Professional Services (Design, Engineering, Testing, Certification): In-house services covering design & engineering (from connector to whole aircraft system design), contract manufacturing (global manufacturing footprint), testing & field support (in-house lab facilities for product qualification), and aircraft certification (FAA, EASA, or regional STC approval; PMA parts manufacturing; TSO). These services complement and drive product sales.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | B2B quote-based pricing for aerospace interconnect products and services |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels6 records
Amphenol CIT product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Amphenol CIT designs and manufactures aerospace-grade electronic interconnect solutions, including ruggedized cable assemblies and harnesses, avionics RF and fiber optic connectors, MIL-SPEC and high-voltage wire and cable, aircraft structures (trays, racks, enclosures), and turnkey system integration kits for ADS-B, EFB, GPS/MMR, IFEC, and SatCom installations. The company also provides in-house design & engineering, contract manufacturing, testing & field support, and FAA/EASA aircraft certification services to commercial aerospace, military & defense, space, industrial, and medical customers.
Product overview
Amphenol CIT is a manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions for the aerospace, military & defense, space, industrial, and medical markets. Its portfolio is organized into five core product categories: Cable Assemblies & Harnesses (including Avionics RF Assemblies and LITEflight® Fiber Optic Assemblies), Connectors & Accessories (including Octax® Solo 10 Gbps Ethernet connectors and Terminal Blocks, Lugs & Splices), System Integration (ADS-B, EFB, GPS/MMR, IFEC, and SatCom installation kits including FlightGear™ ARINC 791/792 solutions and ThinAir Ka1717 packages), Structures (ABS1699 Trays and Composite Equipment Racks), and Wire & Cable (encompassing LITEflight® fiber optic cables, High-Voltage Wire & Cable, MIL-SPEC Wire & Cable, Tufflite® Wire Family, Thermazone™ Wire & Cable, Gigabit Ethernet Cables, and Seamless Wire products). The company also provides supporting services including Design & Engineering, Contract Manufacturing, Testing & Field Support, and Aircraft Certification, with FAA PMA, NADCAP, ITAR, AS9100, and ISO9001 certifications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- LITEflight: Aerospace-grade fiber optic cable brand including HP, TS, POF, HD, and EP variants for harsh environment installations
- Tensolite
- Tufflite
- TuffSpec
- Octax
- FlightGear
- eZMount
- NETflight
- Maxflite
- Thermazone
Products and services
- Cable Assemblies & Harnesses Ruggedized cable assemblies and harnesses for aerospace and defense applications, including RF, data bus, power, video, and fiber optic configurations.
- Avionics RF Assemblies RF cable assemblies with measured insertion loss, phase matching, time delay, and VSWR performance for avionics systems.
- LITEflight® Fiber Optic Assemblies Fiber optic cable assemblies designed for harsh installation environments, offering unmatched performance in temperature extremes with EMI immunity.
- Data Bus, Power & Video Assemblies Cable assemblies for data bus, power distribution, and video signal transmission in aircraft systems.
- Power & Grounding Assemblies Power distribution and grounding harness assemblies for aerospace applications.
- Connectors & Accessories Broad portfolio of avionics RF connectors, backshells, contacts, high-speed data connectors, and terminal blocks for aerospace interconnect applications.
- Octax® Solo Single-port, standalone 10 Gbps Ethernet connector designed for a wide variety of aerospace and military applications.
- Terminal Blocks, Lugs & Splices Sealed terminal blocks, lugs, and splices delivering reliable, lightweight solutions for power and grounding applications across aerospace and defense.
- System Integration Kits and components with varying levels of factory-completed integration for avionics equipment installation, including ADS-B, EFB, GPS/MMR, IFEC, and SatCom solutions.
- ADS-B Installation Kits STC-certified ADS-B installation kits and turnkey installation packages that meet regulatory mandates and minimize AOG time.
- Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) EFB mounting provisions and installation kits, including eZMount® display mounts, tablet cradles, and USB power ports.
- eZMount® Display Mounts EFB mounting provisions available as complete STC installation kits or individual PMA components, compatible with the eZMount® Tablet Cradle.
- eZMount® Universal Tablet Cradle Universal cradle designed to mount to the eZMount® Twist system, allowing many generations of devices without updating aircraft mounting hardware.
- GPS/MMR Installation Kits Certified installation design packages and kits for GPS/MMR systems on most Airbus and Boeing aircraft.
- In-Flight Entertainment & Connectivity (IFEC) Installation Kits Installation kits and turnkey integration packages for IFEC systems including connectivity hardware from Gogo, Cobham, SmartSky, and Honeywell.
- Gogo AVANCE™ System Kits Turnkey integration kits for the Gogo AVANCE™ L3/L5/L5i Air-To-Ground (ATG) system for aircraft connectivity installations.
- SmartSky 4G LTE ATG Systems Kits Turnkey integration kits for the SmartSky 4G LTE ATG system for aircraft connectivity.
- Cobham AVIATOR Installation Kits Installation kits for Cobham AVIATOR 200, 300, 350, 700, and SP satellite communication systems.
- Honeywell Aspire 200 Installation Kit Installation kit available in multiple configuration families including AMT-700, AMT-3500/3800, LGA, and Basic variants with tray and cooling options.
- SENTRY™ Retrofit Kit Retrofit kit enabling easy switch to Flight Data Systems' SENTRY™ flight data recorder without impacting existing mechanical or harnessing provisions.
- ARINC 791/792 Adjustable Fittings Third-generation ARINC 791/792 adjustable fittings with Z-Axis adjustability ensuring the lowest possible installation height for ESA applications.
- FlightGear™ ARINC 791 Universal Installation Complete ARINC 791 solution for Ka-, Ku-, and Ka/Ku-band SatCom installations, in partnership with Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, including everything required for retrofit or forward-fit installations.
- FlightGear™ ARINC 792 Universal Installation ARINC 792 adapter plate solution for standardized SatCom installation, enabling easier maintenance and lower cost of ownership with future-proof upgrade capability.
- FlightGear™ ThinAir Ka1717 SatCom Installation Package Complete SatCom installation package for the ThinAir Ka1717 system, in partnership with ThinKom Solutions and Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, featuring an adapter plate, fairing, radome, and all structural and electrical provisions kits for regional jet aircraft.
- Gogo Galileo FDXr Installation Package Complete installation package for the Gogo Galileo FDXr system using the Gilat ESR2030 Ku SatCom antenna terminal via the OneWeb LEO network.
- Thermal Management Solution (TMS) for ESA SatCom Applications Compact, low-profile cooling system using a patented isothermal transfer plate and passive heat-rejecting elements within an all-aluminum structure to remove heat from ESA antenna payloads.
- SatCom Installation Solutions Satellite communication system integration and installation solutions across Ka, Ku, and Ka/Ku bands.
- Structures Aircraft structural components including ARINC 836A miniature modules, enclosures, racks, shelves, and trays for avionics equipment mounting.
- ABS1699 Trays Equipment trays fitted as standard on all Airbus A3xx aircraft, fully compliant with ARINC 600 and ABS1773 requirements.
- Composite Equipment Racks Equipment racks combining composite structural members with precision aluminum interfaces for airframe attachment and LRU support.
- Wire & Cable Broad portfolio of ruggedized wire and cable solutions for reliable performance in harsh conditions, extreme temperatures, and demanding installation environments across aerospace, defense, industrial, and commercial applications.
- LITEflight® Fiber Optic Cables Aerospace-grade fiber optic cables designed for maximum performance and durability in demanding aerospace, military, industrial, and harsh environments, offering EMI immunity and performance in temperature extremes.
- LITEflight® EP Fiber Optic Cables Aerospace-grade fiber optic cables providing low loss, tight bend radius, improved thermal stability, and peak performance during termination and installation, with semi-loose structured design.
- LITEflight® HD Fiber Optic Cables Multi-channel fiber cable in the smallest package, designed for compatibility with cutting-edge fiber optic connector designs including MPO interfaces and emerging multi-fiber termination connectors.
- High-Voltage Wire & Cable High-voltage wires and cables for aerospace applications with superior flammability and arc propagation performance, high corona resistance, and flexibility for easy installation; capable of 1,000-volt performance at 260°C.
- High-Voltage Composite Wire 1,000-volt composite wires offering lighter weight and smaller diameters compared to similar extruded constructions for applications up to 260°C, featuring Seamless™ Wrap PTFE jacket technology.
- High-Voltage Extruded Wire 1,000-volt high-voltage extruded wires maintaining excellent flammability and arc-propagation resistance for aerospace and defense applications.
- ECS Avionics RF Cables Avionics RF cables half the diameter of RG cables and up to 75% lighter than MIL-C-17 standard cables, configured for low-loss performance at frequencies between 0–12 GHz.
- BMS 13-65 Cables Cables manufactured, tested, and qualified in accordance with the Boeing BMS 13-65 specification.
- BMS 13-58 (SWAMP Wire) Boeing specification for Severe Weather and Moisture Prone (SWAMP) wire for harsh environment aerospace applications.
- Thermazone™ Wire & Cable High-temperature wire and cable family including Thermazone™ I (MIL-DTL-25038/1), Thermazone™ IIIK & IIIG (MIL-DTL-25038/3), BMS 13-55 Firezone, and ESW Firezone, designed for critical circuit applications with direct flame exposure.
- Tufflite® Wire Family Multi-purpose wire family including Tufflite® ST, SLT, TL, TLA, TLS, and TLR variants with temperature ratings from 150°C to 260°C for airframe applications.
- Gigabit Ethernet Cables High-speed Ethernet cables combining industry-leading performance with significant size and weight advantages over comparable cables for aerospace, defense, military, ground transportation, and industrial applications.
- Maxflite™ Data Bus & Video Cables High-speed data bus and video cables designed for Severe Weather and Moisture Prone (SWAMP) applications such as wheel housings, wings, and engine nacelle, with extreme strength and abrasion resistance.
- NETflight® Ethernet Cables Ethernet cables built with small envelope, lightweight housing, and faster bandwidth speeds to meet demands of new technology and higher data-transmission requirements for instrumentation and control applications.
- Seamless & Seamless-T™ Wire & Cable High-performance hookup wires including M22759 (SAE AS22759) with extruded PTFE or ETFE or PTFE/polyimide tape insulators, and Seamless-T™ variants meeting enhanced AS22759/180-/192 requirements.
- MIL-SPEC Wire & Cable Military specification wire and cable products including MIL-DTL-17 coaxial cable, MIL-DTL-27500 (NEMA WC27500), MIL-W-16878, MIL-DTL-81381, MIL-W-81822, and MIL-DTL-25038 families.
- Fire-Resistant Wire & Cable Fire-resistant wire and cable products designed for critical circuit applications requiring operation in extremely harsh environments, under vibration, and with direct flame exposure.
- Design & Engineering Services In-house engineering services from connector and contact design to whole aircraft systems design and engineering, turning concepts into reality.
- Contract Manufacturing Services Global manufacturing footprint with flexibility to build in-region or for best commercial conditions, with certifications including FAA PMA, NADCAP, ITAR, AS9100, and ISO9001.
- Testing & Field Support Services In-house lab facilities enabling rapid product qualification and validation, with field service documentation, spare parts, and expert resources.
- Aircraft Certification Services Expertise for FAA, EASA, or regional STC approval, PMA parts manufacturing, airframe OEM qualifications, and TSO obtainment.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 80% weight reduction compared to traditional copper braids with ARACON fiber EMI shielding while maintaining equivalent shielding effectiveness exceeding 90% coverage and 100+ dB performance
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Companies that use Amphenol CIT
Customer profileSegments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Amphenol CIT technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Amphenol CIT partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- ThinKom SolutionsflagshipThinKom Solutions is a co-development partner for the FlightGear™ ThinAir Ka1717 SatCom Installation Package, providing the ThinAir Ka1717 SatCom antenna terminal technology. Amphenol CIT leverages its extensive experience with ARINC 791/792 standards to create a standardized, compact, and lightweight adapter plate solution for installing the ThinAir Ka1717 system on regional jet aircraft. The package includes integrated adapter plate, fairing, radome, and all internal structural and electrical provisions kits. Available in Ka, Ku, and Ka/Ku configurations.
- Saint-Gobain Performance PlasticsflagshipSaint-Gobain Performance Plastics is a co-development partner for the FlightGear™ SatCom installation product line, providing radome and fairing technology for ARINC 791 and ARINC 792 SatCom installations. In partnership with Amphenol CIT, they deliver a complete ARINC 791 solution for Ka-, Ku-, and Ka/Ku-band SatCom installations, providing everything required for retrofit or forward-fit installations on large jet aircraft. Also partners on the ThinAir Ka1717 package with optimized aerodynamic fairing to match fuselage profile.
- GogoflagshipGogo is a technology partner for the Gogo Galileo FDXr Installation Package, a complete solution for installation of the Gilat ESR2030 Ku SatCom antenna terminal using the OneWeb LEO network. Amphenol CIT provides turnkey integration kits ideal for installations where customized engineering is expensive and unnecessary. The partnership addresses growing demand for LEO-based in-flight connectivity solutions.
- CobhamcoreAmphenol CIT offers turnkey integration kits for Cobham AVIATOR satellite communications systems, including AVIATOR 200, 300, 350, 700, and SP models. Kits include base installation kits with matching tray assemblies, SBU configurations, and HPA/SDU configurations supporting different ATR form factors. Simplifies installation for airlines and operators by providing pre-certified kit solutions.
- HoneywellcoreAmphenol CIT provides installation kits for the Honeywell Aspire 200 satellite communications system, available in multiple configuration families (AMT-700, AMT-3500/3800, LGA, and Basic variants) with tray and cooling options including 2 MCU S/S or S/L layouts, AC or DC fan configurations, and no-fan variants.
- SmartSky NetworkscoreAmphenol CIT offers turnkey integration kits for the SmartSky 4G LTE ATG (Air-to-Ground) system, ideal for installations where customized engineering is expensive and unnecessary. Provides complete STC-certified installation solutions for business and regional jet aircraft.
- BendixKingcoreAmphenol CIT provides the BendixKing Aerowave 100 Installation Kit, including an LGA base kit with configurable tray and cooling options. Available in 2 MCU S/S and S/L tray configurations, with AC, DC, and no-fan options to support different installation needs for in-flight connectivity systems.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
Amphenol CIT competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Smiths Interconnect: Smiths Interconnect supplies high-reliability interconnect solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, including connectors, cable assemblies, and microwave/RF components. Its product portfolio and customer base overlap substantially with Amphenol CIT's aerospace and defense interconnect business.
- Carlisle Interconnect Technologies: Carlisle Interconnect Technologies designs and manufactures specialty wire and cable, connectors, and integrated interconnect solutions for aerospace and defense. It is a closely aligned competitor to Amphenol CIT, particularly in aircraft wire & cable, harnesses, and IFEC integration kits.
- TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity is one of the largest global manufacturers of electronic interconnect solutions, including a substantial aerospace, defense, and marine business. It competes directly with Amphenol CIT across aerospace-grade connectors, cable assemblies, wire, and high-speed data interconnects serving similar OEM and defense customers.
- Glenair: Glenair manufactures military and commercial interconnect solutions including circular connectors, cable assemblies, and harsh-environment accessories. It competes directly with Amphenol CIT in aerospace and defense connector and harness markets with a similarly broad portfolio.
- Radiall: Radiall designs and manufactures interconnect components including RF connectors, fiber optic solutions, and coaxial cable assemblies for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. It competes with Amphenol CIT in avionics RF and harsh-environment interconnect product lines.
Broad incumbents
- Molex: Molex is a major global manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions with growing aerospace and defense exposure. While broader than Amphenol CIT's specialized aerospace focus, it competes in connectors, cable assemblies, and high-speed data interconnects.
- TransDigm Group: TransDigm owns several aerospace interconnect and components businesses (formerly including Esterline). It is a broader aerospace incumbent with overlapping cable, connector, and avionics system offerings relevant to Amphenol CIT's customer base.
- Amphenol Corporation: Amphenol Corporation is the broader publicly traded parent group of which Amphenol CIT Companies Incorporated is a part. It is one of the largest global interconnect manufacturers with overlapping aerospace, defense, and industrial connector offerings, representing both parent relationship and broader market incumbent.
Emerging players
- Bel Fuse: Bel Fuse manufactures electronic components including interconnect, magnetics, and power solutions with an aerospace and defense product line. It is a smaller, more focused competitor overlapping with Amphenol CIT in select aerospace connector and magnetics categories.
Regional players
- Nexans (Aerospace & Defense): Nexans is a major European cable manufacturer with a dedicated aerospace and defense division offering specialized wire and cable products. It is comparable to Amphenol CIT in aerospace-grade wire and cable but is more regionally concentrated in European markets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Amphenol CIT leadership team
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Amphenol CIT subsidiaries and ownership
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Frequently asked questions about Amphenol CIT
What does Amphenol CIT do?
Amphenol CIT designs and manufactures aerospace-grade electronic interconnect solutions, including ruggedized cable assemblies and harnesses, avionics RF and fiber optic connectors, MIL-SPEC and high-voltage wire and cable, aircraft structures (trays, racks, enclosures), and turnkey system integration kits for ADS-B, EFB, GPS/MMR, IFEC, and SatCom installations. The company also provides in-house design & engineering, contract manufacturing, testing & field support, and FAA/EASA aircraft certification services to commercial aerospace, military & defense, space, industrial, and medical customers.
Is Amphenol CIT a public or private company?
Amphenol CIT is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Amphenol CIT founded?
Amphenol CIT was founded in -1. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Amphenol CIT based?
Amphenol CIT is headquartered in Allen, United States, in the North America region.
How does Amphenol CIT make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Hardware Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are professional Services (Design, Engineering, Testing, Certification).
Who are Amphenol CIT's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Smiths Interconnect, Carlisle Interconnect Technologies, TE Connectivity, Glenair and Radiall. Broad incumbents are Molex, TransDigm Group and Amphenol Corporation. Bel Fuse is listed as an emerging player. Nexans (Aerospace & Defense) is listed as a regional player.
Does Amphenol CIT have an API?
No public API is recorded for Amphenol CIT.
What industry is Amphenol CIT in?
Amphenol CIT's product category is Aerospace Interconnect & Cable Solutions. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABAFAL, Avionics Integration, Wiring Harnesses & Installation Kits, with a secondary code of IMABANAD, Aerospace Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems (EWIS) & Harnesses. Its NAICS code is 334417 and its SIC code is 3678.