TTI IP&E – Europe is strengthening its European defence supply chains by stocking and offering qualified assembly of VG-certified connector series designed to meet the demanding technical, environmental, and lead-time requirements of defence-related systems.
With this proactive stocking, the company can offer much faster alternatives to standard manufacturer lead times, which are based on connector specifications and complexity.
Developed to stringent German defence specifications, VG (Verteidigungsgerätenorm) standards are widely recognised for their robustness, reliability, and long-term performance in harsh operating environments – comparable to MIL-SPEC. By maintaining a stock of key VG-qualified connector series and associated components, TTI IP&E – Europe helps defence OEMs and system integrators reduce programme risk, improve supply continuity, and mitigate extended industry lead times, which have become a significant challenge for many projects.
In parallel, TTI IP&E – Europe is actively supporting the sector’s transition away from cadmium-based finishes. Its VG-qualified portfolio includes connector solutions featuring tin-zinc ‘J-plating’, providing a RoHS and REACH-compliant alternative that maintains equivalent corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity, and shielding performance. This enables compliance with evolving regulatory and procurement requirements without compromising functional or environmental performance.
“VG-qualified connectors continue to play a vital role in land-based defence platforms, particularly in Germany, where these standards are well established,” says Lee Thompson, European Marketing Director, Defence, Aerospace & Space markets, TTI IP&E – Europe. “We are now seeing broader adoption across Europe, driven by the need for proven performance, comparable to MIL-SPEC, and reliable availability. By stocking VG-qualified series and supporting the transition to cadmium-free J-plating, we are helping customers strengthen their supply chains while achieving the more stringent RoHS/REACH compliance requirements.”
TTI IP&E Europe works closely with established VG-approved manufacturers, including Amphenol, Eaton (Souriau-Sunbank), Glenair, and TE Connectivity, to provide qualified interconnect solutions with assured traceability and long-term programme support.
For more information about VG standards, visit: https://www.ttieurope.com/content/ttieurope/en/services/vg-series.html
