Eaton UTS68E98SX Connector - IP68/69K
Part Number: UTS68E98SX
Quick Summary
The Eaton UTS68E98SX is a plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector for rugged industrial automation and mobile equipment. Engineers often battle moisture, dust, and vibration that degrade reliability; this plug delivers robust sealing and secure mating to minimize downtime. Key certifications and ratings—IP68/69K protection, UL 1977 and CSA-C22.2 safety approvals, and IEC 61984 compatibility—support strict compliance and procurement needs. Its compact, lightweight form complements space-constrained harnesses while delivering dependable connectivity in harsh environments. This translates to lower maintenance costs, longer service life, and a clearer path to scalable automation across manufacturing and field operations.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTS68E98SX Eaton: Plastic plug, without backshell, with 3 female solder contacts, IP68/69K in unmated conditions, keying X; UTS68E98SX
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector
Catalog Number
UTS68E98SX
Product Length/Depth
21.3 mm
Product Height
22.4 mm
Product Width
22.4 mm
Product Weight
7.8 g
Compliances
IEC 61984 (please contact us for more details) ROHS exemption 6.c UL 1977 (please contact us for more details) CSA-C22.2 No.182.3 (please contact us for more details)
Current rating
7 A UL 7 A IEC
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 HB REACH RoHS
Environmental resistance
Resistant against gasoline UV resistant, no degradation after 5 years of exposure in natural environment Resistant against basic bath Vibrations level Per IEC 60512-4 - from 10 to 2000 Hz Resistant against mineral oil Resistant against oil Resistant against acid bath
Test current
7 A UL 7 A CSA 7 A IEC
Test voltage
250 V UL 50 V IEC 250 V CSA
Connector accessory option
Not delivered, to be ordered separately
Connector orientation
X
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
98
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
Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP68/IP69K protection in unmated conditions prevents water, dust, and corrosive ingress in outdoor and mobile equipment, reducing failure rates and maintenance cycles. This enables longer uptime in conveyors and robotic systems. Feature → 7 A current rating and 250 V capability support reliable single- and multi-wire harnesses in compact assemblies, delivering predictable performance for control panels and sensors. Application: factory automation, material handling, and industrial robots. Feature → 3 female solder cup contacts with gold plating ensures low contact resistance and high corrosion resistance, improving conductivity and service life in challenging environments. Application: field wiring and harness terminations in harsh conditions. Feature → 1/3 bayonet coupling offers fast, tool-free mating and robust vibration resistance, cutting installation time and minimizing retrofit downtime. Application: high-vibration machinery and mobile equipment. Feature → Operating range -40 °C to 105 °C, salt spray resilience, and 250 mating cycles provide durability for outdoor enclosures and off-road applications. Application: outdoor control cabinets and rugged automation. Feature → Plug type and plastic shell with Neoprene insert deliver lightweight, compact connectors that simplify enclosure layouts and cable management. Application: compact control panels, remote I/O, and sensor networks.
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FAQs
Begin by choosing a mating receptacle with matching X-keying and the 1/3 bayonet coupling. Align the plug, insert fully, and twist to lock to achieve the IP68 seal. Terminate wires to the 3 gold-plated solder cups with proper strain relief. Note the unit is delivered as a loaded plug; backshells are optional and sold separately.
Confirm a 7 A current rating and 250 V test voltage, with 3 cavities carrying a solder cup contact arrangement and gold plating for corrosion resistance. Ensure the mating cycles exceed your maintenance interval (250 cycles stated) and check operating temperature range of -40 °C to 105 °C for the environment in which the connector will operate.
Yes. It features IP68 protection (unmated and sealed in harsh conditions), UV resistance, salt spray endurance, and resistance to mineral oil and acid baths. The broad temperature range and vibration tolerance meet the demands of outdoor enclosures, mobile machinery, and heavy-duty automation installations.
The UTS68E98SX is aligned with IEC 61984 and UL 1977 and CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, with RoHS exemptions where applicable. While CE labeling specifics aren’t listed, the combination of these standards supports safety, compatibility, and compliance in many European and North American automation projects.
The 3-contact solder-cup design with gold plating provides durable, low-resistance terminations that resist corrosion, reducing field maintenance. Its IP68/69K sealing and 250 mating cycles minimize downtime during replacements or servicing, improving uptime, streamlining service events, and lowering total cost of ownership in harsh environments.