Eaton SC16M11D70 Crimp Contact - RoHS Compliant
Part Number: SC16M11D70
Quick Summary
SC16M11D70 is a female stamped crimp contact for Eaton Souriau SC/SM connectors used in industrial harnesses. The design targets reliable connectivity in compact, high-density assemblies, reducing rework and ensuring consistent mating performance. While installers often battle inconsistent grip and premature wear in high-cycle environments, this part addresses those pain points with an insulation grip and robust plating. It carries RoHS and REACH compliance to support global regulatory requirements, aiding qualification across multiple regions. By aligning with automation-friendly packaging and standardized dimensions, this contact helps streamline supplier qualification, improve uptime, and lower total cost of ownership in automated harness production.
Product Information
Extended Description
SC16M11D70 Eaton: Female stamped and formed crimp contact, size #16, on a reel, selective Gold plating; SC16M11D70
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SC / SM series #16 (1.6mm) and #20 (1.0mm) stamped and formed contacts
Catalog Number
SC16M11D70
Product Length/Depth
19 mm
Product Height
3.3 mm
Product Width
3.1 mm
Product Diameter
3.3 mm
Product Weight
0.3 g
Fitted with:
Insulation grip
Environmental conditions
RoHS REACH
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Contact plating
Gold on active part, Nickel on rear part
Contact size
16 AWG
Contact type
Crimp
Packaging type
Reeled
Wire size (AWG) - max
16 AWG
Wire size (AWG) - min
18 AWG
Manufacturing process
Stamped and formed
Feature: Stamped and formed construction delivers tight tolerances and high repeatability, enabling lower rework rates on high-volume harness assemblies. Business Impact: Reduces tool wear, speeds up mating, and improves first-pass yield in SC/SM applications. Application: Ideal for automated assembly lines using reel-fed crimp processes. Feature: Size #16 (1.6 mm) contact compatible with 16 AWG wire and a practical 18 AWG minimum. Business Impact: Supports common industrial wiring schemes with a single tooling footprint, cutting setup time and inventory complexity. Application: Automotive and industrial control harnesses where 16 AWG is standard. Feature: Gold on active part with nickel on rear part. Business Impact: Minimizes contact resistance and wear over repeated cycles, preserving signal integrity. Application: High-cycle connectors in power and control networks. Feature: Insulation grip. Business Impact: Improves insulation resistance and handling, reducing mis-crimp and stray-wire issues during automated feeding. Application: High-speed crimping in automated production lines. Feature: Reeled packaging and 19 mm length; 3.3 mm width and height; 0.3 g weight. Business Impact: Facilitates machine feeding, consistent crimp force, and compact packaging for dense harness assemblies. Application: Mass production and field replacements requiring precise, repeatable terminations. Feature: RoHS and REACH compliance. Business Impact: Supports regulatory adherence and sustainable supply chain management. Application: Global deployments across manufacturing and automation facilities.
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FAQs
To install SC16M11D70, align the female contact with the SC/SM housing, ensure the insulation grip seats properly in the connector cavity, and use a compatible crimp tool sized for 16 AWG wire. Verify that the gold-on-active surface engages the mating pin and that the rear nickel finish remains shielded. This procedure supports repeatable crimp force and consistent electrical contact across assemblies.
SC16M11D70 is a 16 AWG crimp contact, size #16 (1.6 mm). It is a socket (female) contact with gold on the active part and nickel on the rear. The contact length is 19 mm, with dimensions of approximately 3.3 mm by 3.1 mm, and a weight around 0.3 g. It is stamped and formed, designed for RoHS and REACH compliance, and packaged reel-format for automated assembly.
Yes. SC16M11D70 supports wires from 18 AWG to 16 AWG, with max 16 AWG and min 18 AWG. This range enables designers to standardize tooling for multiple wire sizes, reducing inventory while preserving termination integrity. When crimping, use the appropriate jaw size and verify that the conductor seats fully against the contact’s active surface for reliable connection.
SC16M11D70 is specified as RoHS and REACH compliant, aligning with global restrictions on hazardous substances and chemical safety reporting. This helps ensure compliance in automotive, industrial, and automation environments, supporting supplier qualification and reducing risk in cross-border deployments.
Utilize the reel-packaged SC16M11D70 contacts to feed directly into high-speed crimping equipment. Ensure proper reel orientation to minimize jams, maintain consistent orientation for automated feeders, and validate supply tension to prevent wire kinks. Regularly inspect insulation grip integrity and plating surface during changeovers to sustain repeatable crimp force and electrical performance.