Eaton SMS6RE4S6 Quick Mating Plastic Connector - IP30

Part Number: SMS6RE4S6
Manufacturer
Eaton
Part number
SMS6RE4S6

Quick Summary

SMS6RE4S6 is a quick-mating plastic rectangular connector for PCB interconnects in control panels. Engineers often face misalignment and unreliable mating in tight enclosures, and this design delivers a secure push-pull coupling with a front-mount receptacle for six circuits. It meets IP30 protection and carries UL94 V0 flame rating, while RoHS and REACH compliance simplify sourcing and regulatory demonstrations. The straight boardmount with long PCB male contacts and tin plating supports reliable assemblies, enabling scalable 6-position layouts in space-constrained automation gear. This combination reduces downtime, simplifies maintenance, and adds business value for panel builders, machine integrators, and automation suppliers.

Product Information

Extended Description

SMS6RE4S6 Eaton: Straight boardmount with long PCB male contacts (Tin plating); SMS6RE4S6
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SMS series quick mating plastic rectangular connector
Catalog Number
SMS6RE4S6
Product Length/Depth
13.4 mm
Product Height
16.2 mm
Product Width
10.9 mm
Product Weight
5.1 g
Environmental conditions
REACH RoHS Flammability rating UL94 V0
Connector accessory option
No backshell possibility
Connector type
Receptacle
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact type
PCB
Coupling type
Push-Pull
Degree of protection
IP30
Layout
6
Shell material
Plastic
Operating temperature - max
125 °C
Operating temperature - min
-55 °C
Receptacle type
Front Mount Panel
Number Of Contacts
6
Number of cavity #16
6
Push-Pull quick-mating reduces assembly time and minimizes mis-mates on production lines, translating to higher line throughput and lower labor costs. The business impact is clearer uptime and faster changeovers in automated equipment, with the SMS6RE4S6 serving six circuits in a compact 13.4 mm footprint for tight panel arrays and modular automation architectures. In practice, this feature supports streamlined installation and fewer field failures during commissioning, especially in robotics and CNC machinery where reliable mating is critical. Front Mount Panel receptacle design enables straightforward integration into enclosure fronts, eliminating complex cabling runs and enabling quicker diagnostics during maintenance. The six-cavity, PCB-contact layout with tin-plated contacts enhances soldering reliability and corrosion resistance, delivering long-term durability in harsh factory environments and reducing replacement costs. The connector’s environmental credentials—REACH, RoHS—and UL94 V0 flame rating provide regulatory confidence for automotive, industrial, and process automation programs. IP30 protection paired with a plastic shell keeps costs down while maintaining adequate enclosure protection for indoor industrial settings. The loaded contact delivery accelerates panel assembly by ensuring ready-to-use components straight from the box, improving first-time-right assembly rates. With no backshell option, designers can rely on compact footprint economics and avoid unnecessary accessory costs in standard control-panel applications. The overall solution supports scalable 6-circuit configurations, aiding common part consolidation across product families and improving supply-chain efficiency. In practice, engineers can balance performance with cost, delivering robust interconnects for automated lines, machine cabinets, and instrumentation panels.

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FAQs

SMS6RE4S6 is a front-mount panel receptacle designed for straight boardmount PCBs with long PCB male contacts and tin plating. It supports a 6-cavity layout within a compact 13.4 mm depth, enabling straightforward soldering and reliable connections for typical control-panel PCBs. Ensure matching mating connector and proper clearance in the enclosure to maintain IP30 protection.
The connector delivers six PCB contacts in a front-mount receptacle with IP30 protection and a temperature range of -55 °C to 125 °C. It complies with RoHS and REACH, and uses UL94 V0-rated plastic, which helps meet safety and environmental requirements for industrial automation and machinery panels.
Its Push-Pull coupling provides a secure mating that resists accidental disengagement, which is beneficial in vibration-prone applications. The six-contact, front-mount design supports robust panel connections in automation equipment, though for extreme vibration environments you should validate mating retention and enclosure mounting per your specific machine specifications.
This connector excels in control panels, machine enclosures, and instrumentation panels needing reliable six-circuit interconnections with compact form factor. The front-mount panel receptacle and tin-plated PCB contacts simplify board integration, speed up panel assembly, and support scalable layouts for modular automation systems.
Loaded contacts reduce preparation time and ensure consistent assembly out of the box, lowering installation labor. The IP30 rating, RoHS/REACH compliance, and UL94 V0 protection minimize regulatory risk and component replacements, leading to lower total cost of ownership and faster time-to-market for automation projects.