Souriau 8D Series ELIO Optical Contacts A range of Souriau ELIO robust spring loaded butt joint optical contacts for use within the ELIO range of 38999 connectors, contacts are hermaphroditic an as such are used in both plug and receptacle connectors. These ELIO contacts feature a bayonet locking system which elimiinates the need for assembly tooling, compatible with single and multimode cables and featuring a boot grommet for rear sealing and protection of the cable against excessive bending once assembled. These ELIO optical contacts can endure over 500 mating and unmating operations are are resistant to high levels of both shock and vibration.