Eaton 85100A168PX50 Receptacle - MIL-DTL-26482 SI Qualified
Part Number: 85100A168PX50
Quick Summary
The Eaton Souriau 85100A168PX50 MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified square flange receptacle is designed for rugged connector assemblies in aerospace and demanding industrial environments. Maintainers often struggle with mating compatibility and environmental resilience, which this part directly addresses through robust materials and standardized interfaces. Key regulatory touchpoints include MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualification and REACH compliance, reflecting rugged performance and environmental responsibility. These features support faster installations and longer service intervals in industrial automation and heavy machinery. With straight backshell and an adaptor option, it speeds field assembly while maintaining mechanical integrity across challenging conditions. Operating from -40 to 125°C, it delivers reliable mating and low contact resistance in harsh environments, supporting long service life in industrial automation and heavy equipment.
Product Information
Extended Description
85100A168PX50 Eaton: Square flange receptacle, straight adaptor, cadmium plating, male solder contacts, pos X; 85100A168PX50
Product Name
Eaton Souriau 851 series MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified
Catalog Number
85100A168PX50
Product Length/Depth
41 mm
Product Height
31.3 mm
Product Width
31.3 mm
Product Weight
28.6 g
Environmental conditions
REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Adaptor
Connector accessory option
Delivered with connector
Connector orientation
X
Connector type
Receptacle
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
Contact type
Solder Cup
Coupling type
1/3 Bayonet
Plating
Cadmium
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
16
Operating temperature - max
125 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Receptacle type
Square Flange Receptacle
Number Of Contacts
8
Number of cavity #16
8
Feature: MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified square flange receptacle with aluminium shell and cadmium plating. Business Impact: Enhanced durability and corrosion resistance in demanding environments translate to reduced maintenance costs and longer intervals between replacements. Application: Ideal for aerospace-grade and rugged industrial connector assemblies where reliability is mission-critical. Feature: 1/3 bayonet coupling and straight backshell adaptor. Business Impact: Faster, tool-light mating and fault-tolerant installation reduce onsite time and risk of misalignment. Application: Field serviceable harness connections in automated plants and heavy machinery. Feature: Eight solder cup contacts (Pin, male) across eight cavities. Business Impact: High-density I/O with secure, soldered terminations improves signal integrity and simplifies harness design. Application: Control cabinets and sensor networks in process automation. Feature: Cadmium plating with aluminium shell size 16. Business Impact: Superior durability in vibration and temperature cycling, enabling long-term performance in mobile and fixed installations. Application: Harsh environments such as automotive test rigs and industrial automation lines. Feature: Delivered with connector, backshell type adaptor, and X orientation. Business Impact: Ready-to-mundle integration reduces engineering lead times and ensures compatibility with companion Souriau 851-series components. Application: System-level assemblies requiring consistent interfaces and predictable performance. Feature: Operating temperature range -40 °C to 125 °C. Business Impact: Maintains performance under thermal stress, lowering risk of contact degradation and intermittent failures. Application: Outdoor or high-heat manufacturing environments with wide temperature swings. Feature: Square flange receptacle and eight-contact configuration. Business Impact: Scalable I/O per module supports future expansion without redesign. Application: Industrial automation panels and aerospace ground equipment where modularity matters. Insight: This combination supports precise mating, robust reliability, and easier upgrades across legacy and new equipment.
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FAQs
The 85100A168PX50 offers a straight backshell with adaptor and X orientation, plus a 1/3 Bayonet coupling for quick, secure mating. It ships delivered with the connector, reducing mounting steps and ensuring the mating interface is ready for integration into Souriau 851-series systems. This simplifies panel mounting and harness routing in control cabinets.
This part is an 8-contact, pin (Male) solder cup receptacle with a square flange receptacle type and a shell size of 16. It uses cadmium plating on an aluminium shell and supports a -40 to 125°C operating range. The product length/depth is 41 mm, with a width and height of 31.3 mm and 28.6 g in weight, enabling compact yet capable assemblies.
Yes. The unit is rated for -40 to 125°C and features aluminium shell construction with cadmium plating, offering strong mechanical protection and reliable electrical performance in vibration, temperature cycling, and outdoor or industrial settings. REACH compliance further supports environmental considerations in regulated industries.
Designed as a square flange receptacle with a straight backshell and 1/3 bayonet coupling, it aligns with other 851-series parts for consistent interfaces. The X orientation, eight-cavity configuration, and solder cup contacts facilitate straightforward daisy-chaining and harness planning, enabling scalable, modular assemblies without reengineering existing interconnects.
MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualification is a key reliability standard for this connector, ensuring rugged performance in critical applications. REACH compliance is noted for environmental responsibility. When deploying in regulated environments, verify system-level certifications such as CE or IP ratings applicable to the final equipment, and ensure supplier QA documentation is aligned with your compliance program.