UNDERWATER CONNECTOR

摘要

An underwater connector is provided which can be flange mounted to a bulkhead with a removeable mounting flange (80) or threadably mounted to a bulkhead. Preferably, the flange mounting may be accomplished in a plurality of connector orientations. An adaptor (180) configured to removably attach to a rear portion of an underwater connector is also provided. In some embodiments, plug and receptacle inserts are held in place with retaining rings (102, 112) comprising a shape-memory alloy. A low profile key (166) having one portion flush with a shell surface may be provided, as well as an optional insert mounted oil valve (201).