Eaton SMS6SE4T Receptacle Connector - IP30, Plastic
Part Number: SMS6SE4T
Quick Summary
Eaton SMS6SE4T is a quick-mating, plastic rectangular PCB receptacle connector for rugged automation panel and control cabinet applications. Engineers often battle slow mating, misalignment, and unreliable connections in tight control panels, which can derail production. This SMS6SE4T delivers reliable, repeatable mating with a compact footprint, minimizing panel space while improving maintenance cycles. With IP30 protection and flammability rating UL94 V0, it meets common industrial requirements and REACH compliance, helping you maintain regulatory alignment. Its front-mount panel receptacle design and tin-plated PCB contacts reduce assembly time and improve long-term corrosion resistance, supporting lower total cost of ownership across manufacturing environments. In short, it aligns performance with efficiency for industrial automation projects and upgrades.
Product Information
Extended Description
SMS6SE4T Eaton: Straight boardmount with short PCB male contacts (Tin plating); SMS6SE4T
Product Name
Eaton Souriau SMS series quick mating plastic rectangular connector
Catalog Number
SMS6SE4T
Product Length/Depth
13.4 mm
Product Height
16.2 mm
Product Width
10.9 mm
Product Weight
5.1 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
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
Feature → Business Impact → Application: The SMS6SE4T uses a push-pull coupling that ensures fast secure mating, reducing downtime during maintenance and field upgrades in automation cabinets. This directly lowers cycle time and raises overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) in production lines, while preserving signal integrity across six contacts in a compact 13.4 mm length. Application: panel-mounted control modules in packaging, food & beverage, or automotive assembly lines benefit from quick, reliable connection rework without tools. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Tin pre-plated contacts resist corrosion in damp or dusty environments, extending connector life and reducing replacement costs. Application: rugged PCB assemblies in outdoor or harsh indoor installations, where maintenance windows are limited. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Front Mount Panel receptacle design simplifies installation and reduces routing complexity on crowded control panels, enabling faster wiring harness integration and easier field diagnostics. Application: machine builders deploying modular PLC I/O interfaces. Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP30 protection and UL94 V0 ratings provide compliance assurance for electrical safety and fire resistance in control cabinets. Application: standard industrial automation enclosures with moderate environmental stress. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 6-position layout and 6 cavities support scalable I/O configurations, enabling designers to optimize space while preserving signal quality. Application: compact robotic cells and conveyor systems where space is at a premium. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Tin plating and robust plastic shell improve mechanical resilience to vibration, supporting longer service intervals and lower maintenance costs. Application: high-vibration environments like packaging lines or material handling systems.
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FAQs
Yes. The SMS6SE4T is designed as a front-mount panel receptacle with a PCB contact arrangement suitable for board-to-panel integrations. Its six-position layout and male PCB contacts simplify alignment and soldering, enabling straightforward header compatibility and a reliable electrical interface in control cabinets and machine panels.
The connector features six tin-plated male PCB contacts, a 13.4 mm length, 16.2 mm height, and 10.9 mm width with a 6-cavity layout. It uses a push-pull coupling, IP30 protection, and operates from -55 °C to 125 °C. These specs support consistent signal integrity and operation in typical industrial environments.
Yes, the SMS6SE4T is rated for use up to 125 °C and is specified with UL94 V0 flammability and REACH compliance. While IP30 offers protection against solids, additional environmental seals would be needed for high humidity or immersion, so plan enclosure and shielding accordingly for outdoor or wash-down areas.
Consider UL94 V0 flammability, REACH compliance, and IP30 protection. These certifications indicate fire resistance, chemical safety, and basic ingress protection, which align with standard industrial electrical and automation panel requirements for machinery and equipment.
The SMS6SE4T reduces assembly time with its quick-mating push-pull design and front-mount panel receptacle, lowering field maintenance labor. Its tin-plated contacts and robust plastic shell extend service life, minimizing replacement costs. Combined, these factors can shorten downtime, improve uptime, and reduce total cost of ownership in automated lines.