Eaton UTG618DCG Connector - RoHS
Part Number: UTG618DCG
Quick Summary
The Eaton UTG618DCG is a heavy-use connector designed for rugged industrial wiring and machinery. Design teams frequently struggle with achieving reliable sealing, quick field mating, and long-term reliability in harsh environments. It carries RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V0 certifications, aligning with safety and compliance requirements for electrical assemblies. With 1/3 bayonet coupling and shell size 18, it enables fast, secure connections that minimize downtime and maintenance in automation panels. For engineers designing control cabinets or external equipment, the UTG618DCG's metal and plastic construction provides robust durability while supporting a compact footprint. In practice, that means lower replacement rates, faster maintenance cycles, and more reliable data and power transfer across demanding automation lines.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTG618DCG Eaton: Plastic sealed plug dustcap, size 18; UTG618DCG
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTG series metal and plastic connector for heavy use
Catalog Number
UTG618DCG
Environmental conditions
REACH Flammability rating UL94 V0 RoHS
Coupling type
1/3 Bayonet
Shell size
18
Operating temperature - max
105 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Feature: 1/3 Bayonet coupling enables quick, tool-free mating and robust vibration resistance. Benefit: Reduces installation time on crowded control racks while maintaining secure electrical and signal integrity. Application: Ideal for conveyor lines and machine tenders in automated production cells. Feature: Shell size 18 delivers a compact yet rugged form factor. Benefit: Frees space in tight control cabinets and panels without sacrificing strength. Application: Used in compact automation panels where space is at a premium. Feature: Metal and plastic UTG series construction offers durability and corrosion resistance. Benefit: Extends service life in harsh environments and lowers maintenance costs. Application: Heavy-use connectors in outdoor or dirty plant areas with frequent connect/disconnect cycles. Feature: Environmental compliance including RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V0. Benefit: Eases regulatory approval and risk management for electrical assemblies. Application: Meets safety and sustainability requirements across industrial automation installations. Feature: Operating temperature range from -40 °C to 105 °C. Benefit: Maintains performance in extreme climates and on outdoor equipment. Application: Motors, drives, and conveyors exposed to temperature variation. Feature: Plastic sealed plug dustcap, size 18, included. Benefit: Reduces dust ingress and contamination during lifecycle and field service. Application: Maintenance and field installation in dusty manufacturing environments.
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FAQs
Yes. UTG618DCG is part of the Eaton Souriau UTG series and uses a 1/3 Bayonet coupling with shell size 18, ensuring straightforward replacement in compatible UTG assemblies. It supports quick field mating while preserving electrical and mechanical integrity in heavy-use applications.
The connector is rated for a wide operating range from -40 °C to 105 °C, making it suitable for extremes commonly found in industrial automation. It carries RoHS and REACH compliance and UL94 V0 flammability, helping meet safety, sustainability, and regulatory requirements for control panels and machinery.
The product includes a plastic sealed dustcap (size 18) to reduce dust ingress and contamination during storage and maintenance. While not specifying an IP rating here, the dustcap protection paired with robust UTG construction supports longer life and fewer field service interruptions in dusty plants.
The 1/3 Bayonet coupling provides a fast, secure connection that resists loosening under vibration, enabling rapid assembly and disassembly. This reduces downtime during maintenance cycles and simplifies field servicing without specialty tools, which is crucial for high-throughput automation lines.
UTG618DCG carries RoHS, REACH, and UL94 V0 certifications. These align with safety, environmental, and material flammability standards, helping manufacturers meet regulatory requirements and standardize procurement across automation projects.