Eaton UTS68E3ASW Plug - IP68/69K
Part Number: UTS68E3ASW
Quick Summary
Eaton UTS68E3ASW Plug delivers rugged waterproof connectivity for harsh outdoor and industrial environments. Engineers often grapple with ingress, corrosion, and seal failures that cause costly downtime in fielded equipment. The design meets UL 1977, IEC 61984, and CSA-C22.2 No. 182.3 certifications while delivering IP68/69K protection, ensuring performance in challenging conditions. With a 7 A rating, gold-plated solder contacts, and a -40 to 105 °C operating window, this solution reduces maintenance costs and extends service life. It also complements Souriau UTS series with W-keying and 1/3 bayonet coupling, offering robust compatibility and installation efficiency for automation and field instrumentation.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTS68E3ASW Eaton: Plastic plug, without backshell, with 3 female solder contacts, IP68/69K in unmated conditions, keying W; UTS68E3ASW
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector
Catalog Number
UTS68E3ASW
Product Length/Depth
21.3 mm
Product Height
22.4 mm
Product Width
22.4 mm
Product Weight
7.8 g
Compliances
CSA-C22.2 No.182.3 (please contact us for more details) IEC 61984 (please contact us for more details) UL 1977 (please contact us for more details) ROHS exemption 6.c
Current rating
7 A IEC 7 A UL
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 HB REACH RoHS
Environmental resistance
Vibrations level Per IEC 60512-4 - from 10 to 2000 Hz UV resistant, no degradation after 5 years of exposure in natural environment Resistant against gasoline Resistant against oil Resistant against basic bath Resistant against acid bath Resistant against mineral oil
Test current
7 A UL 7 A IEC 7 A CSA
Test voltage
250 V CSA 50 V IEC 250 V UL
Connector accessory option
Not delivered, to be ordered separately
Connector orientation
W
Connector type
Plug
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Socket (Female)
Contact plating
Gold
Contact type
Solder Cup
Coupling type
1/3 Bayonet
Degree of protection
IP68
Insert material
Neoprene
Layout
E3A
Plug type
Straight Plug
Shell material
Plastic
Shell size
8
Mating cycles
250
Operating temperature - max
105 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Number Of Contacts
3
Number of cavity #20
3
Salt spray
500 hour
IP68/69K plastic housing provides continuous protection against water and dust ingress, reducing field failures and maintenance downtime while enabling reliable operation in outdoor and wet environments. The 3-pin solder cup contacts are gold-plated for corrosion resistance, delivering consistent signal integrity and longer service life in harsh industrial settings. A 1/3 bayonet coupling simplifies mating and demating, speeding field service and minimizing equipment downtime. The 7 A current rating across multiple standards supports common automation loads without oversizing cabling, while the unmated protection rating ensures safe storage and transport. The UTS68E3ASW’s -40 to 105 °C operating range and UV/oil/gas resistance extend life in extreme environments, lowering total cost of ownership. Compatibility with the UTS family and W-keying enhances install efficiency and spare-part standardization across automation projects.
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FAQs
The UTS68E3ASW is a Straight Plug with a W orientation and 1/3 Bayonet coupling. It comes with loaded (solder cup) female contacts and requires the corresponding mate from the UTS series. Backshells are not included and must be ordered separately if needed for added strain relief or environmental sealing. Ensure the panel cutout and mating connector match the E3A layout for reliable IP68/69K performance.
This plug provides a 7 A current rating (UL/IEC/CSA), with a test voltage of 250 V (CSA/UL) and 50 V (IEC). It operates across a wide temperature range from -40 °C to 105 °C, supporting demanding industrial processes. The contact arrangement is 3 positions with gold-plated solder cups, suitable for precise, reliable connections in automation systems.
Yes. The UTS68E3ASW is IP68-rated (unmated) with UV resistance and material toughness designed for harsh outdoor, marine, and transportation settings. The neoprene insert and plastic shell resist oil, gasoline, basic baths, and mineral oil exposure, helping maintain performance in equipment exposed to weather, chemicals, or outdoor operation.
The connector complies with UL 1977, IEC 61984, and CSA-C22.2 No. 182.3, and carries ROHS exemption 6.c. These certifications support safe integration in industrial controls, automation, and equipment requiring recognized electrical and safety standards.
With 250 mating cycles, durable gold-plated contacts, and an IP68/69K rating, the UTS68E3ASW minimizes field failures and maintenance intervals. Its reliability reduces spare-part usage and downtime, while compatibility with the UTS series streamlines stocking and replaces in-field connectors, delivering faster service and lower lifecycle costs for automation projects.