Eaton SMS4PH3TR29 Quick Mating Connector - IP30
Part Number: SMS4PH3TR29
Quick Summary
Eaton SMS4PH3TR29 is a quick-mating plastic rectangular connector designed for compact PCB-to-panel connections in automation equipment. Engineers often struggle with misalignment, lengthy mating times, and tight spaces inside control cabinets. The SMS4PH3TR29 delivers IP30 protection, UL94 V0 flammability, and REACH compliance to meet industrial safety and environmental standards. With a front-mount panel receptacle and push-pull coupling, it streamlines installation and supports reliable, serviceable connections in automation networks. Operating from -55 °C to 125 °C, and with four PCB contacts in a 36.6 mm long footprint, this connector minimizes enclosure depth while maintaining performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
SMS4PH3TR29 Eaton: Right angle pin header boardmount with male contacts; SMS4PH3TR29
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SMS series quick mating plastic rectangular connector
Catalog Number
SMS4PH3TR29
Product Length/Depth
36.6 mm
Product Height
9.4 mm
Product Width
22.9 mm
Product Weight
25.3 g
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH
Connector accessory option
No backshell possibility
Connector type
Receptacle
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
Contact plating
Tin pre plated
Contact type
PCB
Coupling type
Push-Pull
Degree of protection
IP30
Layout
4
Shell material
Plastic
Operating temperature - max
125 °C
Operating temperature - min
-55 °C
Receptacle type
Front Mount Panel
Number Of Contacts
4
Number of cavity #16
4
Feature: Four-contact, four-cavity layout provides a compact, high-density interface. Business impact: Reduces harness complexity and panel footprint, enabling cleaner layouts and faster assembly. Application: Automation panels and industrial control enclosures benefit from predictable mating alignment and scalable channel counts. Feature: Push-Pull coupling delivers quick, repeatable mating with vibration resistance. Business impact: Lowers commissioning time and downtime, improving line throughput and uptime in robotic cells and conveyor systems. Application: Robotics, packaging lines, and high-vibration environments benefit from secure retention and rapid field service. Feature: Front Mount Panel receptacle supports direct panel integration with minimal accessory needs. Business impact: Simplifies installation in tight spaces and reduces accessory inventory, lowering total cost of ownership. Application: Control cabinets and OEM machine builds. Feature: Tin-plated PCB contacts and loaded contact delivery optimize solder reliability and shipment readiness. Business impact: Improves solder joint integrity and reduces second-pass rework. Application: High-mix PCB assemblies in automation gear. Feature: IP30 environmental rating, UL94 V0 flammability, and REACH compliance ensure regulatory alignment. Business impact: Eases certification processes and long-term compliance, reducing risk in regulated environments. Application: Industrial facilities with strict safety and environmental requirements. Feature: Plastic shell and 36.6 mm length with 22.9 mm width and 9.4 mm height provide a compact, lightweight footprint. Business impact: Minimizes enclosure intrusion while preserving robust mechanical performance. Application: Space-constrained machine panels and modular automation systems.
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FAQs
Yes. SMS4PH3TR29 is a front-mount panel receptacle designed for PCB-to-panel connections, featuring a 4-contact, 4-cavity layout with tin-plated PCB contacts. It fits a 36.6 mm length, 22.9 mm width, and 9.4 mm height footprint, includes Push-Pull coupling for quick mating, and is specified with IP30 protection and a no backshell option for streamlined panel integration.
The device offers four PCB contacts in four cavities, with tin pre-plated contacts and a Push-Pull coupling mechanism. It is a receptacle-type connector with a front-mount panel receptacle, operating from -55 °C to 125 °C, and an IP30 rating. The enclosure is plastic, weighs about 25.3 g, and measures 36.6 mm by 22.9 mm by 9.4 mm.
This connector excels in automation panels, control cabinets, and machine OEM wiring where fast, reliable mating and compact form factors are essential. Its front-mount panel design, Push-Pull coupling, and four-pole configuration reduce harnessing time, improve serviceability, and support vibration-rich environments such as conveyors, robotic cells, and packaging lines.
Yes. SMS4PH3TR29 features UL94 V0 flame rating and REACH compliance, aligning with common industrial safety and environmental requirements. Its IP30 protection class, combined with tin-plated contacts and plastic housing, supports safe operation in typical factory environments and simplifies regulatory qualification processes.
The Push-Pull mating and front-mount panel design reduce installation and maintenance downtime, delivering faster field servicing and easier replacements. Four contacts in a compact 36.6 mm footprint help minimize panel area usage, lowering enclosure costs. Overall, expect improved equipment uptime, faster assembly lines, and lower total cost of ownership in automation projects.