Eaton SM16ML1S18 Crimp Contact - RoHS/REACH
Part Number: SM16ML1S18
Quick Summary
Eaton SM16ML1S18 is a male stamped crimp contact for Souriau SC/SM series connectors used in industrial harnesses. Engineers often struggle with crimp integrity and mating reliability in compact, vibration‑prone assemblies. This part is REACH and RoHS compliant, with gold on the active portion and tin on the rear to balance performance and longevity. Bulk packaging and a stamped‑and‑formed manufacturing process translate to faster assembly, lower handling costs, and more repeatable field results. Compatibility with 16 AWG to 18 AWG wire ranges makes it flexible across common ECU harnesses and connector plug sets.
Product Information
Extended Description
SM16ML1S18 Eaton: Male stamped and formed crimp contact, size #16, delivered loose, Gold and Tin plating; SM16ML1S18
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SC / SM series #16 (1.6mm) and #20 (1.0mm) stamped and formed contacts
Catalog Number
SM16ML1S18
Product Length/Depth
28 mm
Product Height
3.2 mm
Product Width
3.7 mm
Product Diameter
3.2 mm
Product Weight
0.4 g
Environmental conditions
REACH RoHS
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
Contact plating
Gold on active part, Tin on rear part
Contact size
16 AWG
Contact type
Crimp
Packaging type
Bulk
Wire size (AWG) - max
16 AWG
Wire size (AWG) - min
18 AWG
Manufacturing process
Stamped and formed
Feature: Compact, stamped and formed male crimp contact designed for Souriau SC/SM series. Business impact: Delivers consistent mating geometry and reliable electrical contact in tight harness assemblies. Application: Power distribution and control harnesses in industrial automation where space is at a premium. Feature: Gold on active part, tin on rear part plating. Business impact: Reduces contact resistance and improves corrosion resistance, extending service life and lowering maintenance costs. Application: Long‑life connectors in harsh environments and high‑duty cycles. Feature: Wire‑size compatibility 16–18 AWG. Business impact: Enables design flexibility and reduces stock variety, accelerating design changes and repairs. Application: ECU harnesses and tool/robot interfaces where wire flexibility matters. Feature: Bulk packaging. Business impact: Speeds installation on assembly lines and during field upgrades, cutting handling time and labor costs. Application: High‑volume manufacturing and service kits for Souriau SC/SM assemblies. Feature: stamping and forming process. Business impact: Provides cost‑effective, repeatable quality suitable for high‑volume production runs. Application: Mass production of connectors for automation panels and machine builds. Feature: Compliance with REACH and RoHS. Business impact: Supports regulatory compliance and supplier audits, reducing risk in regulated industries. Application: Global deployments where environmental compliance is mandatory.
Get a Quick Quote for a Eaton SM16ML1S18
Chat with us on WhatsApp - fast responses guaranteed
Need to speak with someone? We'll call you back within 2 hours during business hours
Interested in Eaton SM16ML1S18?
Enquire Now
FAQs
SM16ML1S18 is a male stamped crimp contact designed for the Souriau SC/SM series, specifically matching the #16 (1.6 mm) contact footprint used in SC/SM assemblies. It ensures proper mating geometry and reliable electrical performance when used with Souriau SC/SM connectors.
The contact is designed for 16 to 18 AWG wire. This range provides design flexibility for power and signal harnesses, enabling both thicker power conductors and finer control lines within the same connector family.
This contact uses gold plating on the active portion and tin plating on the rear portion to balance low contact resistance with durability. These plating choices improve mating reliability and resistance to corrosion in demanding environments.
SM16ML1S18 is offered in bulk packaging, which facilitates rapid bulk loading and assembly on production lines or during field upgrades. Bulk packaging reduces handling time and helps maintain consistent part orientation during crimping.
Yes. SM16ML1S18 is compliant with REACH and RoHS, ensuring regulatory alignment for global deployments and simplifying supplier qualification and audits in regulated industries.