SOURIAU UTS IP68/IP69K Connector Selection Guide
SOURIAU UTS IP68/IP69K Waterproof Connector Selection Guide
SOURIAU UTS Series connectors are lightweight, full-plastic circular connectors designed for outdoor equipment and industrial systems exposed to water, dust, UV radiation, vibration and chemical agents. Typical applications include renewable energy equipment, outdoor lighting, telecommunications, industrial automation, water treatment and railway systems.
The UTS Series uses a quick 1/3-turn bayonet coupling with an audible click to confirm correct mating. Depending on the selected configuration, it can carry signal, power, mixed power/signal or fiber-optic connections.
Standard UTS configurations provide IP68/IP69K protection when correctly assembled and mated. UTS Hi Seal versions are available for applications that must remain sealed even when the plug and receptacle are disconnected. Eaton also specifies UV-resistant materials and 250 mating cycles for the series.
What Do IP68 and IP69K Mean?
The IP rating identifies the level of protection against solid particles and water.
| Rating | Protection |
|---|---|
| IP6X | Dust-tight construction |
| IP68 | Protection against water immersion under the conditions defined by the manufacturer |
| IP69K | Protection against close-range, high-pressure and high-temperature water jets |
IP68 is important for equipment exposed to rain, temporary flooding or immersion. IP69K is more relevant to machinery, vehicles and industrial installations that are cleaned with high-pressure water.
The final protection level depends on the complete installation, including the mating connector, cable gland, cable diameter, sealing cap, panel gasket and any unused contact cavities.
SOURIAU UTS Key Specifications
| Parameter | UTS Series options |
|---|---|
| Connector type | Full-plastic waterproof circular connector |
| Coupling method | 1/3-turn bayonet |
| Mating confirmation | Audible and tactile click |
| Protection level | IP68/IP69K, depending on configuration |
| Unmated sealing | Available with UTS Hi Seal versions |
| Shell material | UV-resistant engineering plastic |
| Shell sizes | 8, 10, 12, 14 and 18 |
| Connector styles | Square flange receptacle, in-line receptacle, jam nut receptacle and cable plug |
| Contact sizes | #20 and #16, plus selected power and hybrid layouts |
| Contact termination | Crimp, solder cup and PCB tail |
| Contact combinations | Signal, power, mixed signal/power, copper/fiber and optical |
| Operating temperature | Typically −40°C to +105°C |
| Mating durability | 250 cycles |
| Insert orientations | Normal and selected W, X, Y or Z orientations |
| Cable accessories | Cable glands, conduit adapters, sealing caps, gaskets and color-coding rings |
| Intermateability | Selected UTS, UTG and UTO configurations |
Common SOURIAU UTS Models
| Part number | Configuration | Contacts | Main selection point |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTS6JC12E8P | Cable plug with cable gland | 8 pin | Preloaded solder contacts, IP68/IP69K |
| UTS6JC12E14S | Cable plug with cable gland | 14 socket | Compact high-density solder version |
| UTS6JC14E18P | Cable plug with cable gland | 18 pin | IP68/IP69K Hi Seal plug |
| UTS6JC14E19S | Cable plug with cable gland | 19 socket | Multi-circuit industrial connection |
| UTS6JC147P | Cable plug with cable gland | 7 pin | Crimp contacts selected separately |
| UTS6JC1823P | Cable plug with cable gland | 23 pin | Shell size 18 high-density configuration |
| UTS1JC103W3P | In-line receptacle | 6 pin | Mixed layout with #16 and #20 contacts |
| UTS012D14P | Square flange PCB receptacle | 14 pin | Direct PCB connection |
| UTS712D2S | Jam nut PCB receptacle | 2 socket | Higher-current two-position PCB layout |
| UTS714D19SW | Jam nut PCB receptacle | 19 socket | W-oriented PCB receptacle |
Application Industries
Renewable Energy
UTS connectors can be used in solar tracking systems, outdoor power equipment, wind turbine controls and distributed energy installations exposed to sunlight, rain and dust.
Outdoor Lighting
Waterproof plastic shells are suitable for architectural lighting, street lighting, entertainment lighting and outdoor LED systems. Multiple contact layouts support power and control circuits in the same connector.
Industrial Automation
The quick bayonet coupling simplifies installation and maintenance on sensors, motors, controllers, actuators and production equipment.
Telecommunications
UV-resistant housings and waterproof sealing support outdoor radio equipment, antenna systems, base station infrastructure and remote communication cabinets.
Water Treatment and Irrigation
UTS connectors can be used on pumps, valves, flow sensors, water management systems and irrigation controllers exposed to moisture or periodic washing.
Railway Equipment
Selected UTS configurations provide flame-retardant materials and mixed power/signal layouts for onboard or trackside equipment. The exact railway fire and smoke rating must be confirmed for the selected model.
Marine and Outdoor Instrumentation
The non-metallic housing provides an alternative for instrumentation exposed to humidity and corrosive outdoor conditions. UTO or another shielded metal series should be considered when EMI shielding is required.
UTS vs UTSX vs UTG vs UTO
| Feature | UTS | UTSX | UTG | UTO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | Full plastic | Reinforced full plastic | Plastic body with metal coupling ring | Metal |
| Typical protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68/IP69K, including dynamic conditions | Commonly IP65, depending on version | IP68/IP69K |
| EMI shielding | No standard metal-shell shielding | No standard metal-shell shielding | Limited/configuration-dependent | Yes |
| Coupling | 1/3-turn bayonet | Reinforced 1/3-turn bayonet | 1/3-turn bayonet | 1/3-turn bayonet |
| Main advantage | Lightweight waterproof connection | Updated rugged plastic platform | Robust industrial connection | Waterproof metal and shielded connection |
| Best suited to | Outdoor industrial equipment | More demanding outdoor and mobile equipment | General industrial equipment | Shielded and intensive-use systems |
UTS, UTG and UTO use the TRIM TRIO contact system. Selected configurations are intermateable when the shell size, insert arrangement, contact gender and orientation match. The UTSX Series extends the plastic waterproof platform with reinforced coupling, additional layouts and improved performance in dynamic conditions.
FAQ
Are all SOURIAU UTS connectors IP68/IP69K when unmated?
No. Standard configurations may depend on the connector being correctly assembled and mated. Select a UTS Hi Seal model or use the specified sealing cap when the connector must remain waterproof while disconnected.
Are contacts included with a UTS connector?
It depends on the part number. Models with preloaded solder or PCB contacts normally include the contacts. Standard crimp housings are often supplied without contacts, allowing the contact type and wire range to be selected separately.
Can a SOURIAU UTS connector mate with UTG or UTO?
Selected UTS, UTG and UTO connectors are intermateable when they use the same shell size, insert arrangement, contact gender and orientation. The complete part numbers should be checked before replacing one series with another.
What information is required for a UTS quotation?
Provide the complete part number, quantity, plug or receptacle style, shell size, insert layout, pin or socket contacts, termination method, cable diameter, required sealing condition and any accessories.
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