Eaton 85100E168P50 Receptacle - MIL-DTL-26482 SI
Part Number: 85100E168P50
Quick Summary
Eaton Souriau 851 series MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified receptacle enables rugged, high‑reliability connections for avionics and industrial control systems. Engineers often grapple with mating reliability, environmental protection, and installation complexity in harsh environments. This connector carries MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualification, REACH environmental compliance, and cadmium plating for corrosion resistance, helping meet aerospace and industrial standards. For buyers, the compact square flange receptacle with backnut simplifies field upgrades and maintenance, while compatible solder‑cup contacts streamline harnessing and soldering processes. The result is faster installation, lower maintenance costs, and improved traceability across assemblies in production and service environments.
Product Information
Extended Description
85100E168P50 Eaton: Square flange receptacle, with backnut, cadmium plating, male solder contacts, pos N; 85100E168P50
Product Name
Eaton Souriau 851 series MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualified
Catalog Number
85100E168P50
Product Length/Depth
32.7 mm
Product Height
31.3 mm
Product Width
31.3 mm
Product Weight
25.4 g
Environmental conditions
REACH
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Backnut
Connector accessory option
Delivered with connector
Connector orientation
N
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 qualification → Business Impact Improved fault tolerance and field reliability in mission-critical environments, reducing downtime and warranty costs. Application Aerospace, defense, and rugged industrial automation where connector integrity is essential. Feature 1/3 Bayonet coupling → Business Impact Fast, tool-free mating with secure retention, shortening maintenance cycles and minimizing misalignment during field swaps. Application Fielded harnesses and panel assemblies in aerospace and heavy machinery. Feature 8 solder cup, male contact arrangement → Business Impact Simplified harness attachment and soldering with consistent crimp-free terminations, improving signal integrity. Application PCB and harness interfaces in automation equipment. Feature Cadmium plating on an aluminium shell → Business Impact Enhanced corrosion resistance and lightweight robustness, extending service life in outdoor or dirty environments. Application Outdoor equipment, naval/industrial applications, and conveyors. Feature Backnut backshell, straight orientation, square flange receptacle → Business Impact Simplified installation and robust sealing with a familiar mounting footprint, reducing assembly errors. Application Panel-mounted connectors in control panels and machinery housings. Feature Operating temperature -40 °C to 125 °C → Business Impact Wide thermal tolerance ensures reliable performance across environmental extremes, lowering risk of failure in drastic conditions. Application Aerospace cabins, automotive test rigs, and offshore equipment.
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FAQs
The 85100E168P50 uses a backnut backshell with a square flange receptacle footprint, and it ships delivered with connector hardware. Its 1/3 Bayonet coupling enables quick, tool-free mating while maintaining a secure connection. This combination simplifies panel mounting and field servicing, reducing downtime during upgrades or repairs.
Yes. The receptacle operates from -40 °C to 125 °C, covering extreme cold and hot conditions typical in aerospace, automotive testing, and industrial automation environments. This wide range helps prevent performance degradation and ensures reliability across temperature cycles encountered in real-world use.
The unit provides eight solder cup, male (pin) contacts, with eight cavities. This arrangement supports compact wiring harnesses and stable electrical performance, while solder cup terminations simplify assembly workflows in control cabinets and equipment housings.
The 85100E168P50 carries MIL-DTL-26482 SI qualification and REACH environmental compliance, with cadmium plating for corrosion resistance. These certifications help meet aerospace and industrial safety standards and facilitate regulatory adherence across international markets.
In automation environments, this receptacle offers a compact aluminium shell (shell size 16) with robust mechanical design, improved mating reliability, and ease of maintenance thanks to the backnut backshell and 8-contact configuration. These traits translate to lower lifecycle costs, faster installations, and dependable performance on production lines.