Fischer UltiMate™ 80: Delivering reliable connectivity for the modern warfighter

In today’s rapidly evolving battlefield, dismounted soldiers rely on integrated, wearable technologies to remain connected, aware, and protected. Interoperability among these systems—including power distribution units, radios, sensors, and displays—is critical. That’s where the Fischer UltiMate™ 80 connector makes a difference.

Engineered for interoperability

The UltiMate 80 is specifically designed to meet the increasing demand for interoperable soldier-worn systems. It is fully compatible with the U.S. Army’s Nett Warrior platform and complies with NATO standards STANAG 4695 for power connectivity and STANAG 4851 for communications. This ensures seamless integration across allied defense systems.  

Additionally, it supports the GOSSRA (Generic Open Soldier System Reference Architecture) initiative, which promotes open architecture and modularity in soldier systems—essential for future-proofing defense programs and enabling multinational operational alignment. 

Designed in Switzerland  

Designed in Switzerland, the UltiMate 80 reflects a commitment to precision, reliability, and quality. Each detail of the connector embodies Fischer Connectors’ legacy of rugged design and adherence to Swiss quality standards. This engineering excellence translates into exceptional field performance, particularly under the harshest environmental and operational conditions.  

When compared to baseline requirements such as the Nett Warrior standard, the UltiMate 80 clearly excels: 

Data shows the UltiMate 80 significantly outperforms Nett Warrior specifications in durability, sealing, and corrosion resistance. 

Compliant with military standards 

Interoperability starts with reliability, and that means meeting or exceeding military-grade performance standards. The UltiMate 80 complies with both MIL-STD-202 and MIL-STD-810, ensuring proven performance under vibration, shock, extreme temperatures, humidity, and exposure to salt fog. 

With an IP68 rating (both mated and unmated), 360° EMC shielding, and resistance to over 500 hours of salt spray, the UltiMate 80 is built to withstand the harshest battlefield conditions while maintaining signal integrity and power delivery. 

Compact, rugged, and mission-ready 

Available in 6- or 7-contact configurations and supporting wire gauges up to AWG 22, the UltiMate 80 offers flexible options for combining data and power in a compact, lightweight form factor. Its robust mechanical design allows for blind mating, supports up to 10,000 mating cycles, and enables easy integration into soldier-worn cable assemblies, including straight or right-angle overmolded options.