FDH Electronics: Your Authorized Source for Amphenol PCD Products

Corrie Hartline on June 9, 2025

FDH Electronics is an authorized distributor of Amphenol PCD products, including backshells and dust caps. With extensive industry expertise, FDH Electronics provides:
    • Immediate stock availability of Amphenol products.
    • Expert technical support to assist in selecting the right backshells and dust caps.
    • Fast, reliable fulfillment for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

Amphenol PCD Backshells and Dust Caps for circular connectors

Get a Quote or Place an Order for Amphenol PCD Backshells and Dust Caps Today!

For high-performance backshells, dust caps, and connector accessories, trust Amphenol PCD and FDH Electronics. Contact FDH Electronics today for expert guidance and access to a comprehensive inventory of Amphenol PCD products.

Introduction to Amphenol PCD

Amphenol PCD is a global leader in interconnect solutions, specializing in backshells, system attachments, modules, relay sockets, connectors, and cable assemblies. Amphenol PCD delivers high-quality components designed to withstand demanding environments, ensuring reliability across industries like aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

Understanding Backshells: Protection, Durability, and EMI/RFI Shielding

Backshells are essential components for protecting circular connectors by providing strain relief, environmental sealing, and EMI/RFI shielding. An estimated 70-75% of all circular connectors require a backshell, making them a critical part of any robust interconnect system.

Types of Backshells Available

Amphenol PCD backshells come in a variety of materials, finishes, and configurations:

    • OmniLite Strain Relief: Lightweight composite for EMI/RFI shielding.
    • AlumaLite: 100% aluminum, reducing weight by 50%.
    • Environmental & Non-Environmental: Options with or without water sealing protection.
    • Band Locks: Compact designs where EMI/RFI shielding is required
    • Strain Reliefs: Ideal for lightweight cabling applications that do not require environmental protection
    • Stainless Steel Strain Relief: Ideal for high-heat and high-vibration environments.
    • Custom Backshells: Tailored designs for unique applications.
Dust Caps: Essential Protection for Connectors

Dust caps play a crucial role in protecting connector interfaces from dust, moisture, and contaminants when the connectors are not in use. Amphenol PCD offers both qualified parts list (QPL) and proprietary designs, ensuring superior sealing and durability.

Dust Cap Features & Options
    • Materials: Available in aluminum, stainless steel, and composite for different weight and strength requirements.
    • Lanyard Options: Expanded selections to fit various applications.
    • Military-Grade & Commercial Options: MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-5015, and other specifications available.
Why Choose Amphenol PCD Backshells from FDH Electronics?

Amphenol PCD offers a wide-range of backshell solutions, including military-spec (M85049), commercial, and custom-designed backshells. Some key benefits include:

    • Comprehensive Inventory: Large stock ensures quick availability.
    • Multiple Coupling Styles & Finishes: Adapting to diverse applications.
    • Custom Engineering Capabilities: Dedicated machines and engineers for tailored solutions.
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Your Source for Leach International’s Mil-Spec Relays

Corrie Hartline on March 28, 2025

FDH Electronics, a leading global distributor and supply chain partner for the aerospace and defense industries, is proud to partner with Leach International Corp to deliver high-performance, mil-spec relay solutions to the market. This collaboration enhances FDH Electronics’ comprehensive offerings by adding Leach’s industry-leading, mission-critical relay products, renowned for their exceptional quality, durability, and performance across aerospace, defense, and high-performance industrial applications.

Leach International’s Mil-Spec Relay Product Line

Leach manufactures relays for mil/aero applications.

Leach International has been a pioneer in power distribution since 1919, producing relays designed to meet the exacting requirements of aerospace, defense, rail, and other high-stakes industries. Their portfolio spans over 3,000 active part numbers and includes products for applications such as:

    • Aerospace and Defense: Used in commercial jets, business jets, fighter jets, and space systems, Leach relays are designed to ensure dependable switching and power distribution in extreme conditions.
    • Ground Vehicles and Rail: Leach’s robust relay solutions power complex industrial applications, offering reliable performance across various terrains.
    • Missile and Space Applications: For space and missile systems, Leach produces hermetically sealed, vibration-resistant relays that meet the rigorous demands of aerospace-grade quality.

With Leach’s wide range of relay products, FDH Electronics is well-positioned to support a broad spectrum of customers in sourcing relays that meet specific and stringent requirements for mission-critical applications.

FDH Electronics as a Value-Added Supply Chain Partner

FDH Electronics’ role as a trusted Leach distributor goes beyond traditional distribution; it emphasizes added value and supply chain efficiency. As a value-added distributor, FDH Electronics offers streamlined procurement, inventory management, and logistics solutions that enhance the overall supply chain experience. This partnership means that aerospace and defense customers benefit from:

    • Large Inventory: FDH Electronics is a global one-stop shop with one of the most expansive inventory levels in the industry, built on FDH Aero’s industry-leading supply chain services.
    • Global Reach: With FDH Electronics’ extensive global presence, customers can access Leach products wherever they operate.
    • Reliable and Consistent Supply: FDH Electronics’ deep expertise in aerospace supply chain management ensures that customers receive the products they need, when and where they need them.
    • Customized Support and Solutions: FDH Electronics offers tailored solutions to meet unique project needs, helping customers optimize their supply chains and meet complex requirements.
Vertical Integration and Rigorous Testing: Leach’s Commitment to Quality

At the core of Leach International’s success is its vertically integrated manufacturing and in-house testing capabilities. By managing the full product lifecycle from design through to final assembly and testing, Leach ensures unmatched reliability. Their facilities in California and Tijuana, Mexico, allow for high-precision manufacturing processes, including:

    • High-Performance Testing Capabilities: Testing lab power capabilities reach up to 4,000A at 28VDC, 3,000A at 115/208VAC, and 2,000A at 270VDC.
    • Environmental and Functional Testing: In-house testing includes dielectric and insulation tests, leak tests, and functional assessments, meeting and often exceeding MIL-Spec standards.
    • Advanced Processes for Precision and Durability: Complex processes such as high vacuum baking, glass-to-metal fusing, and coil winding are performed in-house to guarantee consistent quality.

These vertically integrated processes allow Leach to control every aspect of production, from material quality to final inspection, ensuring that every relay meets the exacting standards of aerospace and defense applications.

FDH Electronics: The Smart Choice for Leach Relay Solutions

By partnering with Leach International, FDH Electronics strengthens its position as a go-to supply chain partner in the aerospace industry. This collaboration not only broadens FDH Electronics’ product offerings but also solidifies its commitment to delivering value, reliability, and expertise at every step of the supply chain. Whether sourcing relays for commercial aircraft, military equipment, or cutting-edge space systems, customers can rely on FDH Electronics for high-quality Leach products and unparalleled support.

For companies that need mission-critical relay solutions combined with streamlined supply chain management, FDH Electronics offers the perfect combination of industry knowledge, product access, and supply chain efficiency. Through its partnership with Leach, FDH Electronics ensures that every component meets the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance—helping customers achieve their goals in even the most challenging environments.

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Inventory Management – What’s your strategy?

Corrie Hartline on March 18, 2024

In today’s on-demand market, proper inventory management is critical for success. Having the materials you need, when you need them, is one of the key factors in determining your performance as a supplier. With a heavy emphasis being placed on On-Time Delivery, being able to react to your customer’s needs quickly and effectively can have a huge impact on future business opportunities. For many companies, this means carrying additional inventory to ensure materials are on hand at all times, which can be particularly problematic for small businesses with limited cash flow or storage space.

Carrying costs can represent as much as 20% to 30% of total inventory value. Tangible costs such as storage, handling, and insuring goods are obvious, however intangibles such as opportunity cost due to reduction of cash flow, or the cost of deterioration and obsolescence of goods are often overlooked. With an increasing number of items restricted by shelf life or customer-driven product age limitations, these types of costs are more prevalent than ever.

The solution? A partnership with FDH Aero, a proven leader in effective inventory management.

With a wide range of flexible Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) options, we offer tailor-made programs that provide comprehensive solutions based on your specific business model. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all, we focus on what makes sense for you and your customers and build from there. Whether your strategy is “just in time” delivery, on-site Vendor Inventory Management, blanket orders with scheduled ship dates, or a unique combination of several approaches – we’ve got your inventory management needs covered. With millions of dollars in inventory and same day turnaround for most orders, we have the resources to provide you with the materials you need, when you need them, every time. Some of the benefits of our VMI programs are:

  • Reduced Inventory, Overstocks and Stock Shortages: Not having the right products in stock can be a big problem for you and your customers. Having too much product can be just as damaging to your bottom line – our VMI programs eliminate these issues and allow you to focus on your growth and success.
  • Smaller Manufacturing Footprint: Floor and shelf space are valuable assets in your production facility, and extra inventory only uses up that space without contributing to immediate income or production needs. Additional storage not only means greater overhead costs, but that space could go toward manufacturing activities for other production floor opportunities.
  • Increased Sales: Implementing a VMI can increase sales by giving you the ability to deliver your products faster than your competitors. Reduced lead times will boost the quality of customer service and foster brand loyalty. This means more returning customers and increased sales over time.
  • Less Responsibility: When you reduce the financial and operational burden of managing inventory, it lowers costs, reduces admin work, allowing you to minimize inventory while simultaneously maximizing profits. Spend less time and resources on maintaining purchase records and issuing discrete orders. Let us do the work for you!

Contact your sales representative today to inquire about our VMI programs. 

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