Russtech Contact Retention Tool Kits

Our most versatile kit of all, the RTK0004-01 Kit comes with 4 different test tools and a number of different probes and conforms to the requirement of the NASA -STD-8739.4 (13.8/2) standard for contact retention testing. The kit includes four RTTL tool handles each color coded and set at a specific test setting for #12, #16, #20, & #22 gauge contacts. In addition, 13 assorted probes are included with the tools in a fitted case with application data and user instructions.

In operation, the RTTL test tool quickly pre-loads the contact with the test force and then releases if the contact is properly seated. The RTTL is held in alignment with the connector, with the probe touching the contact to be tested.  The tool is then pushed towards the connector.  If the contact is properly assembled and locked in, the tool gives an audible and physical “click” when the preset load pressure is reached.  Immediately following, the wing stop on the face of the tool bottoms out on the rim of the connector shell and leaves the contact unharmed and intact.  If the contact latching clip is faulty or the contact was not inserted properly, the tool will automatically bottom out on the connector shell and at the same time, force the contact partially out of the connector, giving the user a good visual indication of the faulty contact.  During this cycle, no “click” will be felt or heard as the pre-load has not been reached.

A unique safety feature of the RTTL tool is the “Wing Stop” located at the front of the tool. In addition to aiding in tool alignment, our “Wing Stop” prevents any additional tool travel after the contact has been tested. This feature also allows us to control the probe length / wing stop relationship, so should you find an unseated contact, the test probe will push it back as far as the interfacial seal and the wing stop will prevent the test probe from entering the contact cavity.

Features:

  • Audible/visible pressure indication
  • Wing Stop alignment safety feature
  • Designed for ergonomic comfort and ease of operation

RUSSTECH CONTACT RETENTION TEST TOOL APPLICATION MATRIX

CURRENT PART # LEGACY PART # CONTACT SIZE RELEASE
FORCE (lb)
CONNECTOR TYPE
RTTL0002-24-035-2 RTCRT-24 24 3.5 Mil-C-38999 Special MMC
Micro D-Subminiature
Most #24 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-23SL-035-2 RTCRT-23SL 23 3.5 MIL-C-38999 Special MKJ
Micro D-Subminiature
Most #23 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-22-045-2 RTCRT-22 22, 22D, 22M 4.5 MIL-C-38999 Series II
NASA MSFC 40M38277
MIL-C-24308 D-Subminiature
MIL-DTL-24308 D-Subminiature
Most #22 Contacts in Low Profile Shells
RTTL0002-22L-045-2 RTCRT-22L 22, 22D, 22M 4.5 MIL-C-38999 Series I and Series III
NASA MSFC 40M38277
Most #22 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-22RP-045-2 RTCRT-22RP 22 4.5 ARINC 400, ARINC 600, 35A051
Most Rack and Panel Connectors w/ Exposed SKT and Protected PINS
RTTL0002-22P4-045-2 RTCRT-22P4 22, 22D, 22M 4.5 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Plug Shells
RTTL0002-22R4-045-2 RTCRT-22R4 22, 22D, 22M 4.5 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Receptacle Shells
RTTL0002-20S-060-2 RTCRT-20S 20 6 MIL-C-38999 Series II
NASA MSFC 40M39569
MIL-DTL-24308 D-Subminiature
Most #20 Contacts in Low Profile Shells
RTTL0002-20-060-2 RTCRT-20 20 6 MIL-C-26482 Series I and Series II
MIL-C-83723 Series I and Series III
MIL-C-26500
NASA MSFC 40M39569
NAS 1599 Hermetic
Most #20 Contacts in Standard Profile Shells
RTTL0002-20L-060-2 RTCRT-20L 20 6 MIL-C-38999 Series I and Series III
MIL-C-28840
Most #20 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-20P4-060-2 RTCRT-20P4 20 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Plug Shells
RTTL0002-20R4-060-2 RTCRT-20R4 20 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Receptacle Shells
RTTL0002-16S-060-2 RTCRT-16S 16 6 MIL-C-38999 Series II
MIL-DTL-24308 D-Subminiature
Most #16 Contacts in Low Profile Shells
RTTL0002-16-060-2 RTCRT-16 16 6 MIL-C-26482 Series I and Series II
MIL-C-83723 Series I and Series III
MIL-C-26500
NASA MSFC 40M39569
NAS 1599 Hermetic
Most #20 Contacts in Standard Profile Shells
RTTL0002-16L-060-2 RTCRT-16L 16 6 MIL-C-38999 Series I and Series III
NASA MSFC 40M38277
Most #22 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-16P4-060-2 RTCRT-16P4 16 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Plug Shells
RTTL0002-16R4-060-2 RTCRT-16R4 16 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Receptacle Shells
RTTL0002-12S-060-2 RTCRT-12S 12 6 MIL-C-38999 Series II
Most #12 Contacts in Low Profile Shells
RTTL0002-12-060-2 RTCRT-12 12 6 MIL-C-26482 Series I and Series II
MIL-C-83723 Series I and Series III
MIL-C-26500
NAS 1599
NASA MSFC 40M39569
RTTL0002-12L-060-2 RTCRT-12L 12 6 MIL-C-38999 Series I and Series III
MIL-C-5015
CV 5015
Most #12 Contacts in Scoop Proof Shells
RTTL0002-12P4-060-2 RTCRT-12P4 12 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Plug Shells
RTTL0002-12R4-060-2 RTCRT-12R4 12 6 MIL-C-38999 Series IV Receptacle Shells

Documents

DatasheetRTTL Sales Drawing
CatalogRTTL Tool Usage Instructions
ManualRTTE Manual