Eaton UTS6JC8E98PX UTS Series Plastic Waterproof Connector - IP68/69K
Part Number: UTS6JC8E98PX
Quick Summary
Eaton UTS6JC8E98PX is a plastic waterproof connector designed for rugged industrial power and control wiring in harsh environments. Users often struggle with maintaining reliable seals and safe operation in outdoor, washdown, or vibration-prone settings. It meets IP68 sealing, RoHS exemptions, and regulatory recognition such as UL 1977, CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, and IEC 61984, ensuring compliance across many regions. With a straight plug, sealing gland backshell, and 3-pin solder contacts, it speeds installation and improves mean time between failures, supporting lower maintenance costs and higher system uptime in automation plants. This solution complements Souriau UTS series deployments and enhances overall wiring harness reliability in challenging industrial applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTS6JC8E98PX Eaton: Plastic plug, with cable gland backshell, with 3 male solder contacts, IP68/69K in unmated conditions, keying X; UTS6JC8E98PX
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector
Catalog Number
UTS6JC8E98PX
Product Length/Depth
54 mm
Product Height
22.4 mm
Product Width
22.4 mm
Product Weight
13.5 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
7 A UL 7 A IEC
Environmental conditions
Flammability rating UL94 HB REACH RoHS
Environmental resistance
Resistant against mineral oil Resistant against basic bath Resistant against oil Vibrations level Per IEC 60512-4 - from 10 to 2000 Hz Resistant against gasoline Resistant against acid bath UV resistant, no degradation after 5 years of exposure in natural environment
Test current
7 A CSA 7 A IEC 7 A UL
Test voltage
250 V UL 50 V IEC 250 V CSA
Backshell angle
Straight
Backshell type
Sealing Gland
Connector accessory option
Delivered with connector
Connector orientation
X
Connector type
Plug
Contact delivery
Loaded
Contact gender
Pin (Male)
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
Cable diameter - max
6.5 mm
Cable diameter - min
1.5 mm
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: IP68/69K sealing and plastic shell. Business Impact: Exceptional ingress protection for washdown and oil environments reduces field failures and warranty costs. Application: use in outdoor equipment and harsh factories where moisture resistance is critical. Feature: 3-pin solder cup contacts with gold plating. Business Impact: ensures low contact resistance, corrosion resistance, and reliable signal/power transfer over long service life. Application: sensor and control circuit connections in automated machinery. Feature: 7 A current rating with 250 mating cycles. Business Impact: supports continuous cycling and heavy-duty wiring without frequent replacements. Application: motor feedback, valve control, and power distribution in manufacturing lines. Feature: 1/3 Bayonet coupling and backshell with Sealing Gland. Business Impact: quick, secure mating with robust sealing, enabling fast field assembly and maintenance. Application: assembly lines, robotics, and field service. Feature: Operating temperature −40 °C to 105 °C and UV/oil resistance. Business Impact: broad thermal tolerance and durability in outdoor or challenging environments, reducing downtime. Application: outdoor panels, automation cabinets, and portable equipment. The combination of Neoprene insert material, straight plug geometry, and standard Souriau UTS series compatibility delivers a reliable, maintenance-friendly wiring solution for industrial automation and machinery.
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FAQs
The UTS6JC8E98PX uses a Sealing Gland backshell and a Straight Plug configuration, designed to meet Souriau UTS series compatibility. It ships with the connector pre-installed and supports standard gland backshells for field routing, enabling fast, secure installations in control panels and machinery wiring harnesses.
Key electrical specs include a 7 A current rating (UL and IEC), 7 A test current, and voltage ratings of 250 V (UL/CSA) with 250 V IEC support. The 3-pin solder cup contacts with gold plating ensure low contact resistance and reliable signal and power transfer across cycling conditions up to 250 mating cycles.
Yes. It features IP68 sealing, oil and UV resistance, and a wide operating temperature range from −40 °C to 105 °C, making it well-suited for outdoor equipment, washdown areas, and vibratory industrial environments found in automation and process industries.
The connector aligns with RoHS exemption 6.c, UL 1977, CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, and IEC 61984. These certifications support global sourcing and compliance requirements across many regions, reducing risk during audits and product qualification.
With 250 mating cycles, robust sealing gland backshell, and durable plastic shell, the UTS6JC8E98PX minimizes field repairs and reduces downtime. Gold-plated contacts maintain low resistance, while wide temperature tolerance and UV/oil resistance extend service intervals, contributing to lower maintenance costs and higher machine availability.