Eaton FER1D2821PZ Bayonet Connector - Fire & Smoke
Part Number: FER1D2821PZ
Quick Summary
FER1D2821PZ is a fire and smoke certified bayonet connector for demanding electrical assemblies in industrial automation. Engineers face reliability and regulatory pressure when wiring rugged equipment, especially in environments with dust, moisture, and thermal cycling. This connector delivers IP67 protection, UL94 V0 fire rating, and RoHS compliance, ensuring safety and sustainability in critical systems. The combination of aluminium shell, thread coupling, and 37 contacts reduces maintenance cycles while simplifying inventory with a single solution. By pairing robust sealing with a compact form factor, you gain easier field installation and longer service life, supporting faster project timelines and lower total cost of ownership.
Product Information
Extended Description
FER1D2821PZ Eaton: Male plug for 37 #16 contacts, insulator orientation Z; FER1D2821PZ
Product Name
Eaton Souriau VGE1-FER1 series fire and smoke certified bayonet connector
Catalog Number
FER1D2821PZ
Product Length/Depth
55.3 mm
Product Height
55.3 mm
Product Width
48.1 mm
Product Weight
82 g
Environmental conditions
REACH Fire & Smoke Flammability rating UL94 V0 RoHS
Connector accessory option
Not delivered, to be ordered separately
Connector orientation
Insulator not mounted
Connector type
Plug
Contact delivery
Not delivered
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
Contact type
Crimp
Coupling type
Thread
Degree of protection
IP67
Layout
21
Plug type
Straight Plug
Shell continuity
20.0
Shell material
Aluminium
Shell size
28
Mating cycles
500
Operating temperature - max
100 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Number Of Contacts
37
Number of cavity #16
37
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature: Aluminium shell with shell size 28 and a compact 82 g form factor provides a rugged, corrosion-resistant enclosure. Business Impact: Enhances ingress protection and durability in harsh environments, reducing field failures and maintenance costs. Application: Ideal for outdoor control panels, industrial cabinets, and equipment enclosures exposed to dust, moisture, or vibration. Feature: IP67 sealing plus salt spray resistance delivers reliable protection against water and contaminants. Business Impact: Maintains electrical integrity and prolongs service intervals in damp or wash-down facilities. Application: Factory floors, marine installations, and harsh industrial plants where ingress protection is critical. Feature: 37 contact positions in a crimp, #16 contact family with a straight plug and Z orientation insulator. Business Impact: Enables high-density wiring harnessing with straightforward assembly, reducing cable runs and installation time. Application: Complex control panels and distributed I/O assemblies in automation lines. Feature: Thread coupling with 500 mating cycles supports robust locking under vibration. Business Impact: Improves field reliability and reduces rework in high-motion environments. Application: Rail signaling, packaging machines, and conveyor systems subject to frequent movement. Feature: Wide operating temperature range from -40 °C to 100 °C and aluminium shell provide thermal resilience. Business Impact: Ensures consistent performance across climates and facilities, lowering downtime. Application: Outdoor installations, workshops, and temperature-variable manufacturing floors. Feature: Fire & Smoke certification (UL94 V0), RoHS and REACH compliance. Business Impact: Meets stringent safety and environmental standards, facilitating regulatory approval and supplier qualification. Application: Safety-critical systems, aerospace-adjacent equipment, and regulated industries where compliance timelines matter.
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FAQs
FER1D2821PZ is designed as a straight plug with a Bayonet coupling for a secure, quick-lock connection. The product notes indicate a separate connector accessory option to be ordered separately, and the insulator orientation is Z when not mounted. For a complete harness, pair with compatible Souriau VGE1-FER1 series accessories and crimp contact terminations.
Yes. The thread coupling plus a bayonet locking mechanism provides robust retention under vibration. With IP67 sealing and 500 mating cycles, it is well-suited for machinery on factory floors, conveyors, and rail-related equipment where movement is common and reliability matters.
The connector carries fire and smoke certification (UL94 V0), RoHS and REACH compliance, and IP67 ingress protection. These certifications support safety compliance, environmental responsibility, and reliability in regulated industrial environments.
The plug features an aluminium shell (size 28) with a straight plug configuration, 37 contact positions for #16 crimp contacts, and a compact 55.3 mm length by 48.1 mm width. It weighs about 82 g and supports up to 500 mating cycles, with operating temps from -40 °C to 100 °C.
This connector is ideal for wiring and connectivity tasks in industrial automation, rail signaling, and other safety-critical systems requiring fire & smoke certification and robust sealing. It supports high-density harnessing and reliable operation in harsh environments, helping reduce downtime and simplify compliance across projects.