Eaton SC20ML1S6 Contacts - Gold on active, RoHS
Part Number: SC20ML1S6
Quick Summary
SC20ML1S6 is a female stamped and formed contact designed for high-reliability connector assemblies in industrial automation and power interfaces. Engineers often struggle with intermittent connections caused by undersized or poorly crimped contacts, which can lead to costly downtime. This component is RoHS and REACH compliant, reinforcing regulatory alignment for modern electronics assemblies. It supports the SC/SM series and offers robust performance in harsh environments, while aiding streamlined procurement. With compatible wire ranges and bulk packaging, SC20ML1S6 delivers tangible business value through reliability, faster assembly, and reduced rework in control panels, drives, and power distribution harnesses.
Product Information
Extended Description
SC20ML1S6 Eaton: Female stamped and formed crimp contact, size #16, delivered loose, Gold and Tin plating; SC20ML1S6
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SC / SM series #16 (1.6mm) and #20 (1.0mm) stamped and formed contacts
Catalog Number
SC20ML1S6
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
Environmental conditions
REACH RoHS
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Contact plating
Gold on active part, Tin on rear part
Contact size
16 AWG
Contact type
Crimp
Packaging type
Bulk
Wire size (AWG) - max
20 AWG
Wire size (AWG) - min
22 AWG
Manufacturing process
Stamped and formed
Feature → Business Impact → Application: This contact is stamped and formed, delivering consistent contact force and reliable mating in every cycle, which reduces contact resistance and electrical noise. The result is improved signal integrity and longer life in servo drives, distributed I/O, and motor control harnesses. Application context includes industrial automation panels where vibration and temperature variations are common, and reliability is non-negotiable. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Gold on active part with tin on rear provides superior corrosion resistance and stable electrical performance over time, minimizing maintenance intervals and warranty costs for high-use interfaces such as servo motor cables and power assemblies. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wire size range of 22 to 20 AWG and size compatibility with 16 AWG contacts expands design flexibility, enabling common tooling and crimp profiles across multiple wire harnesses in OEM equipment. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Bulk packaging and loose delivery simplify stocking and spares strategy, reducing material handling steps and accelerating production line changeovers in machine builds and panel fabrication. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compatibility with the SC/SM family of connectors ensures seamless integration with Eaton Souriau ecosystems, lowering integration risk and enabling standardized sourcing for industrial automation projects. Feature → Business Impact → Application: The stamped-and-formed manufacturing process provides predictable performance and dimensional stability, addressing objections about reliability in vibration-prone environments and delivering consistent crimp quality across high-mixture assemblies.
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FAQs
SC20ML1S6 is designed for Eaton Souriau SC/SM series connectors. Verify fit by confirming the contact size and wire range: 16 AWG active size with 20 AWG max, and 22 AWG min, matching the SC/SM housing and crimp tooling. Always refer to the connector housing specification to ensure correct crimp profile and compatibility.
The contact supports 22 to 20 AWG wire, with a nominal 16 AWG active contact size. This range enables flexible harnessing across common automotive and industrial cables. For installation, ensure proper crimp tooling and a correct crimp profile to maintain the advertised contact resistance and mechanical integrity over vibration and temperature cycling.
Yes. The contact uses gold plating on the active part and tin on the rear, delivering low contact resistance and improved corrosion resistance where interfaces are exposed. This combination is well-suited for automated equipment, where repeated mating cycles and environmental exposure are common concerns.
SC20ML1S6 is compliant with RoHS and REACH environmental standards, helping your assemblies meet regulatory obligations in many markets. This reduces risk during audits and supports sustainability goals without compromising electrical performance or reliability.
Bulk packaging lowers procurement complexity and material handling costs, enabling faster line changes and simpler stocking for spares. In addition, stamped-and-formed manufacturing ensures consistent dimensions and crimp quality, lowering rework rates and improving overall assembly yields in high-volume production environments.