Eaton 85100A2016SY50 Receptacle - MIL-DTL-26482 SI
Part Number: 85100A2016SY50
Quick Summary
Eaton Souriau 851 series MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified is a square flange receptacle for military and aerospace interconnects. Engineers often struggle with installation complexity and reliability under vibration, extreme temperatures, and corrosive environments. This design aligns with MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualification and REACH compliance, while cadmium plating and an aluminium shell deliver rugged performance. The 85100A2016SY50 supports a 16-position layout with a 1/3 bayonet coupling, enabling efficient assembly and maintenance. In industrial automation and defense applications, it offers a reliable, lightweight solution that reduces downtime and total cost of ownership without sacrificing signal integrity or electrical performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
85100A2016SY50 Eaton: Square flange receptacle, straight adaptor, cadmium plating, female solder contacts, pos Y; 85100A2016SY50
Product Name
Eaton Souriau 851 series MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified
Catalog Number
85100A2016SY50
Product Length/Depth
44 mm
Product Height
36.9 mm
Product Width
36.9 mm
Product Weight
48.5 g
Environmental conditions
REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Adaptor
Connector accessory option
Delivered with connector
Connector orientation
Y
Connector type
Receptacle
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Contact type
Solder Cup
Coupling type
1/3 Bayonet
Layout
16
Plating
Cadmium
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
20
Operating temperature - max
125 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Receptacle type
Square Flange Receptacle
Number Of Contacts
16
Number of cavity #16
16
Feature → Business Impact → Application: MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified design ensures traceable compliance and predictable performance in mission-critical environments, reducing risk during qualification testing and field deployment. This translates to shorter certification cycles and lower program risk for aerospace and defense programs. Application: aerospace interconnects, military ground systems, and rugged industrial equipment. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Square flange receptacle with adaptor backshell and straight orientation simplifies panel mounting and cable routing, cutting installation time by minimizing alignment issues and mis-mating. Application: aircraft harness installations, shipboard systems, and heavy-duty machinery. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 16 solder cup contacts in a compact 20-shell size deliver high-density connections without increasing footprint, enabling more complex harnesses and richer signal sets. Application: avionics, sensor networks, and control systems. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Cadmium plating on an aluminium shell provides enhanced corrosion resistance and long-term reliability in harsh environments, supporting longer service intervals and reduced maintenance costs. Application: outdoor equipment, ruggedized controllers, and industrial automation deployments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 1/3 bayonet coupling delivers secure mating with quick mate/demate cycles, improving field service efficiency and reducing downtime during installation or upgrades. Application: satellite terminals, field deployable systems, and mobile equipment. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Backshell adaptor with straightBack design and Y orientation improves harness routing and reduces assembly errors, increasing repeatable assembly on production lines and in field repairs. Application: panel-mounted enclosures and rack installations. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Operating temperature range of -40 to 125 °C ensures reliable operation across extreme climates and aerospace environments, minimizing performance variance and warranty exposure. Application: military aircraft, geo-satellite ground stations, and industrial ovens. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Lightweight aluminium shell with a 36.9 mm x 36.9 mm footprint and 44 mm depth optimizes weight budgets in aerospace and robotics, enabling higher payload or faster deployment. Application: unmanned systems, robotics, and aircraft cabins.
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FAQs
The 85100A2016SY50 is a square flange receptacle within the Souriau 851 series and uses a 1/3 bayonet coupling for secure, quick mating. It features 16 solder cup contacts in a 16-position layout and a straight backshell adaptor designed for standard Souriau 851 interconnects, ensuring reliable compatibility when paired with corresponding plug modules.
This receptacle operates from -40 °C to 125 °C, suitable for extreme ambient conditions common in aerospace and defense. It also carries REACH compliance and uses cadmium plating on an aluminium shell to enhance corrosion resistance, addressing long-term reliability in harsh environments.
The 1/3 bayonet coupling provides secure engagement with reliable vibration resistance while enabling faster mating and demating cycles. This reduces installation time on production lines and simplifies field maintenance, which is especially valuable in aircraft, ships, and rugged industrial equipment.
Yes. It is MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified, offers a 16-position compact interface, and features a lightweight aluminium shell with robust contact design. Combined with cadmium plating and a straight adaptor backshell, it meets the reliability and environmental demands typical of aerospace and defense interconnects.
The receptacle has a depth of 44 mm, and its width and height are 36.9 mm each, with a weight of 48.5 g. These compact dimensions and light weight support efficient harness design and weight budgeting in aerospace and automated systems.