DEUTSCH DT Connector FAQ

Q: What is a DT connector?

A: Deutsch DT environmentally sealed connectors are designed for cable-to-cable, cable-to-board, and cable-to-device applications. DT connectors are used in harsh environment applications where even a small degradation of the connection can be critical.

Q: What are the appropriate applications for DT connectors?

A: Truck, Bus, Highway, Construction, Agriculture, Mining, Emergency Vehicles, Forestry, Recreational, Marine, Motorcycle

Q: When should I use a DT connector?

A: Deutsch DT connectors provide reliability and performance in the engine or transmission, under the hood, in motor controllers, solenoid valve interfaces, chassis or cab. DT connectors offer field proven reliability and rugged quality. DT design strengths include optional flange mounting, multi-pin arrangements, lower cost and design flexibility. DT connectors offer designers the ability to use multiple sizes of 16 contacts in one housing, each with a 13 amp continuous capacity.

Key Features

Q: What is the main function of the DT connector?

A: DT connector key function:

Accepts contact size 16 (13 amps)

14-20 AWG

2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 12 cavity arrangements

In-line, flange or PCB mount

Rectangular thermoplastic housing

Integrated latch for mating

Wedgelocks ensure contact alignment and retention

Performance/Specifications

Q: What is the temperature range of the DT connector?

A: Operating temperature -55°C to +125°C

Q: How durable are DT connectors?

A: After 100 cycles and disengagement, there are no electrical or mechanical defects.

Q: What is the insulation resistance of the DT connector?

A: At least 1000 megohms at 25°C.

Q: What is the immersion rating for DT connectors?

Answer: IP68

Q: What is the vibration rating for DT connectors?

A: No unlocking or deactivation after exposure to sinusoidal vibration levels of 20 g from 10 to 2000 Hz in each of three mutually perpendicular planes and no mechanical or physical damage at 20 g. No electrical discontinuity longer than 1 microsecond.

Q: What is the dielectric voltage of the DT connector?

A: The current leakage is less than 2 mA at 1500 VAC.

Q: What is the fluid resistance of the DT connector?

A: Fittings will not show damage when exposed to most fluids used in industrial applications.

Q: How water resistant are DT connectors?

A: A properly wired and mated connection will withstand immersion in up to three feet of water without loss of electronic quality or leakage.

Q: What are the thermal cycle specifications for DT connectors?

A: After 20 test cycles from -55°C to +125°C, there was no cracking, chipping or leakage.

Material

Q: What materials are DT connector shells made of?

A: DT connector housings are made of glass filled.

Q: What are DT connector grommets made of?

A: DT connector grommets are made of silicone rubber.

Q: What materials are DT Connector Wedgelocks made of?

A: DT Connector Wedgelocks are made from rugged glass filled PBT.

Q: What material is the DT connector socket interface seal made of?

A: The DT connector socket interface seal is made of silicone rubber.