Eaton UTG18AC Connector for Heavy-Duty Use - UL94 V0
Part Number: UTG18AC
Quick Summary
UTG18AC is a heavy-use connector from Eaton Souriau, designed for rugged industrial electrical assemblies. Too-tight routes and insufficient strain relief can cause cable fatigue and unexpected downtime. This UTG18AC supports UL94 V0 flammability, REACH and RoHS compliance, providing safety and regulatory alignment. With straight backshell and strain-relief design, installations stay clean and maintainable, reducing rework. Lengthier cable runs in machines and conveyors benefit from a 5–19 mm range and 18-shell size. Built for heavy use, the UTG18AC supports durable metal and plastic construction, compatible with the Souriau UTG series, enabling straightforward field maintenance and reduced inventory. In applications from packaging systems to machine tools, it delivers reliable connections with predictable performance.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTG18AC Eaton: Plastic cable clamp with strain relief, size 18; UTG18AC
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTG series metal and plastic connector for heavy use
Catalog Number
UTG18AC
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 V0 REACH RoHS
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Strain Relief
Shell size
18
Cable diameter - max
19 mm
Cable diameter - min
5 mm
Backshell with straight angle and strain-relief reduces cable movement at the entry, taming insulation stress and extending connector life. This translates to fewer field failures and longer service intervals in harsh environments, making it ideal for robotic cells, conveyors, and heavy equipment where routing is tight. Shell size 18 and a broad 5–19 mm cable diameter range enable versatile connectivity across common industrial cables, minimizing adapters and stock variety, accelerating installation and reducing lead times. The metal and plastic construction delivers robust mechanical strength without excessive weight, tolerating vibration and thermal cycling typical of factory floors, tooling cells, and processing lines. UL94 V0 flammability with REACH and RoHS compliance ensures regulatory alignment, safety, and audit readiness for automotive, packaging, and process industries. Compatibility with the UTG family simplifies sourcing and maintenance, while the straight backshell and strain-relief design support straightforward field assembly and reliable cable retention.
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FAQs
UTG18AC offers a shell size 18 with a cable diameter range of 5 to 19 mm, enabling broad cable compatibility and minimizing the need for extra adapters. The straight backshell with strain-relief supports secure routing in tight equipment spaces, reducing cable fatigue and maintenance overhead in automation cells and machinery panels.
UTG18AC carries UL94 V0 flammability rating, and complies with REACH and RoHS requirements. These certifications help meet safety standards and regulatory audits across automotive, industrial automation, and packaging sectors, while supporting safer, compliant installations in harsh environments.
Yes. The connector is designed for heavy-use applications, combining metal and plastic construction with a strain-relief backshell to handle vibration, thermal cycling, and repeated mating cycles. This results in lower maintenance needs and reduced downtime in conveyors, robotics, and manufacturing lines.
To optimize strain relief, ensure the cable diameter is within 5–19 mm and secure the backshell with the integrated strain-relief features. Use the straight backshell orientation for clean routing in constrained panels, and verify proper seating of the mated connector to minimize movement and wear over time.
The UTG18AC provides reliable, long-life connections with robust environmental certifications, reducing unplanned downtime and maintenance costs. Its compatibility with the UTG series simplifies spares inventories, while the broad cable range and straight-backshell design speed up installation in automation sites and machine tools.