Eaton SMS3PHGE6 SMS Series Quick Mating Connector - IP30
Part Number: SMS3PHGE6
Quick Summary
Eaton SMS3PHGE6 is a quick-mating plastic rectangular connector for PCB-mounted signals in compact enclosures. Engineers often contend with tight spaces, misalignment during mating, and time-consuming assembly. This design meets UL94 V0 flammability, RoHS and REACH compliance, and IP30 protection, delivering safe, reliable operation. Offe red as a front-mount panel receptacle with push-pull coupling, it speeds installation, reduces labor, and improves consistency across assemblies. With gold-plated PCB contacts and a compact 3-position layout, it supports precise signal routing in control panels. Its compatibility with the Souriau SMS family simplifies stocking and spare-part management for OEMs.
Product Information
Extended Description
SMS3PHGE6 Eaton: Right angle pin header boardmount with male contacts; SMS3PHGE6
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SMS series quick mating plastic rectangular connector
Catalog Number
SMS3PHGE6
Product Length/Depth
31.2 mm
Product Height
9.4 mm
Product Width
22.9 mm
Product Weight
4.79 g
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH RoHS
Connector accessory option
No backshell possibility
Connector type
Receptacle
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
Contact plating
Gold
Contact type
PCB
Coupling type
Push-Pull
Degree of protection
IP30
Layout
3
Shell material
Plastic
Operating temperature - max
125 °C
Operating temperature - min
-55 °C
Receptacle type
Front Mount Panel
Number Of Contacts
3
Number of cavity #16
3
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The SMS3PHGE6 uses a 3-position, front-mount panel receptacle design that minimizes misalignment and enables rapid mating in tight spaces, reducing installation time and commissioning costs for control cabinets and machine outfits. This translates to measurable labor savings and improved line uptime in automation environments that require reliable PCB interconnects. Application: control panels, robotics, and compact industrial enclosures where space is at a premium and fast field servicing is essential. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Gold-plated PCB contacts provide superior conductivity and corrosion resistance, delivering long-term reliability in harsh environments and reducing contact resistance shifts during high-cycle use. Application: signal paths in industrial controllers and I/O modules where stable signal integrity is critical. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Push-Pull coupling offers quick, secure mating with repeatable engagement, enabling faster changeovers and reduced risk of partial or failed connections during maintenance. Application: quick-replace assemblies in production lines and panel assemblies. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP30 protection and plastic shell construction provide confidence in common industrial atmospheres, while UL94 V0 flammability and RoHS/REACH compliance support safety and regulatory alignment. Application: machine builders targeting compliance-driven deployments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 3-contact, 3-cavity layout supports compact, scalable interconnects for multi-signal applications, improving routing efficiency and BOM optimization. Application: compact I/O interconnects in automation controllers. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Front-mount panel receptacle format simplifies installation in crowded cabinets and minimizes required panel depth, helping with enclosure space planning. Application: cabinet design for packaging, material handling, and process automation.
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FAQs
The SMS3PHGE6 is a front-mount panel receptacle with a 3-position layout. Align the mating interface with the corresponding SMS male or module, then press until the Push-Pull latch engages. Ensure the enclosure is clean and that there is no backshell option required, as it is specified as No backshell possibility.
SMS3PHGE6 features three gold-plated PCB contacts designed for right-angle boardmount applications. It uses a Push-Pull coupling system for quick mating, with an IP30 rating and a 125 °C maximum operating temperature and -55 °C minimum, suitable for standard industrial environments.
Yes. The operating temperature range of -55 °C to 125 °C makes SMS3PHGE6 appropriate for many harsh industrial settings, including control panels and automation equipment exposed to wide thermal swings.
SMS3PHGE6 meets UL94 V0 flammability rating and is RoHS and REACH compliant, ensuring safer materials and reduced regulatory risk in many global markets.
SMS3PHGE6 is part of the Souriau SMS family and uses a front-mount panel receptacle with a 3-position layout. For best results, pair it with corresponding SMS series components and ensure panel cutouts and mating hardware align with the 31.2 mm length, 22.9 mm width, and 9.4 mm height specification.