Eaton UTS6FC12E3SY Plug - IP68/69K Waterproof Connector
Part Number: UTS6FC12E3SY
Quick Summary
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69K connector reliably links sensors and actuators in harsh environments. Field technicians often contend with sealing failures, corrosion, and slow, error-prone terminations in rugged installations. The design meets IP68 sealing and is compliant with UL 1977, CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, and IEC 61984, delivering proven safety and compatibility. With reliable gold-plated solder contacts, a 1/3 bayonet coupling, and flexible conduit backshell options, it reduces downtime and simplifies compliance-driven installations for industrial automation. Designed for field service and OEM panel builds alike, it pairs with standard Souriau UTS accessories to streamline wire terminations and service life. In short, it combines rugged ingress protection with easy installation, supporting cost-effective, compliant automation deployments.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTS6FC12E3SY Eaton: Plastic plug, with conduit adapter, with 3 female solder contacts, IP68/69K in unmated conditions, keying Y; UTS6FC12E3SY
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector
Catalog Number
UTS6FC12E3SY
Product Length/Depth
61 mm
Product Height
29.7 mm
Product Width
29.7 mm
Product Weight
25.1 g
Compliances
ROHS exemption 6.c UL 1977 (please contact us for more details) CSA-C22.2 No.182.3 (please contact us for more details) IEC 61984 (please contact us for more details)
Current rating
16 A IEC 13 A UL
Environmental conditions
REACH RoHS Flammability rating UL94 HB
Environmental resistance
Resistant against basic bath 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 mineral oil Resistant against oil Resistant against acid bath
Test current
16 A IEC 13 A CSA 13 A UL
Test voltage
600 V UL 150 V IEC 600 V CSA
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
For Flexible Conduit
Connector accessory option
Delivered with connector
Connector orientation
Y
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
3
Plug type
Straight Plug
Shell material
Plastic
Shell size
12
Mating cycles
250
Operating temperature - max
105 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Number Of Contacts
3
Number of cavity #16
3
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature: IP68/69K waterproofing and broad environmental resistance. Business Impact: Prevents water ingress and corrosion in washdown and outdoor environments, extending equipment life and reducing maintenance. Application: Outdoor machinery, food process lines, and marine automation where reliability under moisture is critical. Feature: Three female solder contacts with gold plating. Business Impact: Ensures low contact resistance, high conductivity, and corrosion resistance for long-term reliability. Application: Sensor and actuator connections in harsh industrial settings where signal integrity matters. Feature: 1/3 bayonet coupling with straight plug. Business Impact: Facilitates fast, secure mating and repeatable connections, minimizing field installation time and rework due to vibration. Application: System assemblies in dynamic environments such as conveyors and robotic cells. Feature: Backshell for flexible conduit and mating orientation Y. Business Impact: Eases field terminations with conduit protection and correct keying, reducing miswiring and installation errors. Application: Harsh-duty wiring harnesses in OEM panels and field install runs. Feature: Operating temperature range -40 °C to 105 °C and UV/gasoline/oil resistance. Business Impact: Supports wide industrial operating conditions and durability over lifecycle, lowering replacement costs. Application: Outdoor machinery, petrochemical facilities, and heavy industry automation. Feature: 250 mating cycles and 12-shell size with three positions. Business Impact: Durable, reusable connectors suitable for maintenance cycles and frequent reconfigurations, delivering lower lifecycle costs. Application: Reconfigurable automation stations and modular control panels. Feature: RoHS/REACH compliance and UL/CSA compatibility. Business Impact: Ensures regulatory adherence and global market readiness, reducing certification time. Application: Global OEM deployments requiring standard electrical safety and environmental compliance.
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FAQs
The UTS6FC12E3SY uses a backshell designed for flexible conduit, with straight orientation and keying according to the Y configuration. This simplifies field terminations, protects conductors from mechanical damage, and reduces installation time in dynamic environments like conveyors or robotic cells.
It carries a 16 A current rating and supports up to 600 V test voltage (UL/CSA compliant). With three gold-plated solder cup contacts, it maintains low contact resistance and reliable signal transmission, even in high-vibration industrial settings.
Yes. The connector is IP68-rated, offering high ingress protection in unmated conditions, and the materials are UV resistant with resistance to gasoline, mineral oil, and oil exposure, ensuring longevity in outdoor and washdown applications.
The design aligns with UL 1977 and CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, with IEC 61984 compliance as noted in its specification. RoHS exemption 6.c is also listed, supporting global use across certified electrical and industrial environments.
With a mating cycle rating of 250, durable gold-plated contacts, and a robust IP68/69K seal, the connector supports repeated mating cycles and prolonged service life, reducing replacement costs and downtime in field maintenance and lifecycle-managed automation systems.