Eaton UTS78E98PW Receptacle - IP68/69K
Part Number: UTS78E98PW
Quick Summary
UTS78E98PW is a plastic waterproof IP68/69K receptacle designed for rugged outdoor and harsh industrial environments. Engineers and maintenance teams often struggle with degraded seals, corrosion, and downtime when connectors fail in moisture-prone zones. The design aligns with IEC 61984, UL 1977, and CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, with RoHS exemptions, offering reliable safety and cross-industry compatibility. This compact 3-pin solder cup solution delivers easy installation, repeatable performance, and lower lifecycle costs for OEMs and automation integrators in demanding applications.
Product Information
Extended Description
UTS78E98PW Eaton: Plastic jam nut receptacle, without backshell, with 3 male solder contacts, IP68/69K in unmated conditions, keying W; UTS78E98PW
Product Name
Eaton Souriau UTS series plastic waterproof IP68/69k connector
Catalog Number
UTS78E98PW
Product Length/Depth
25.3 mm
Product Height
24 mm
Product Width
24 mm
Product Weight
7 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
REACH Flammability rating UL94 HB RoHS
Environmental resistance
Resistant against mineral oil Resistant against oil Vibrations level Per IEC 60512-4 - from 10 to 2000 Hz Resistant against acid bath Resistant against gasoline UV resistant, no degradation after 5 years of exposure in natural environment Resistant against basic bath
Test current
7 A CSA 7 A IEC 7 A UL
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
Receptacle
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
Shell material
Plastic
Shell size
8
Mating cycles
250
Operating temperature - max
105 °C
Operating temperature - min
-40 °C
Receptacle type
Jam Nut Receptacle
Number Of Contacts
3
Number of cavity #20
3
Nut material
Aluminium
Salt spray
500 hour
Feature → Business Impact → Application: IP68/69K protection provides robust sealing against dust and water ingress, reducing field failures in wet or dusty environments and extending equipment uptime for outdoor machinery and water/chemical processing systems. Application: Use in harsh environments like outdoors, on heavy machinery, and in mobile equipment to improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 3 solder cup contacts with gold plating deliver low contact resistance and dependable signal integrity, enabling consistent performance in control panels and sensor assemblies. Application: Suitable for compact harnesses and quick assembly in tight enclosure spaces. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Jam Nut Receptacle with 1/3 Bayonet coupling and W keying simplifies installation and mate/demate cycles, cutting installation time and field service complexity. Application: Ideal for OEMs needing fast field service and repeatable mating. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Operating range -40 °C to 105 °C and UV resistance ensure long-term durability, reducing replacement cycles in high-temperature or outdoor environments. Application: Appropriate for harsh outdoor equipment, vineyards, or food-processing environments where temperature swings occur. Feature → Business Impact → Application: 25.3 mm length, 24 mm width/height and 7 A/250 V ratings provide a compact yet capable interface, enabling cost-effective panel design and safer electrical connections. Application: Useful in compact control enclosures and instrument panels where space is at a premium.
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FAQs
The UTS78E98PW is a plastic jam nut receptacle rated IP68, suitable for unmated and in-service protection against dust and water ingress. The 3-pin solder cup contacts are housed in a robust plastic shell designed for harsh environments, with W keying to ensure correct mating and alignment.
Yes. This connector aligns with IEC 61984, UL 1977, and CSA-C22.2 No.182.3, and supports RoHS exemptions, providing regulatory assurance for electrical installations in industrial environments and enabling cross-border use in compliant systems.
The unit features 3 contacts with gold plating, solder cup contact type, and a current rating of 7 A with a test voltage of 250 V. It is a 3-position receptacle designed for compact wiring, suitable for control circuits and sensor connections in rugged equipment.
The jam nut receptacle design supports straightforward panel mounting, while the 1/3 bayonet coupling and keying W ensure quick, correct mating. With 250 mating cycles and loaded contacts, it minimizes rework and field service time in maintenance-heavy applications.
Best for industrial machinery, outdoor equipment, marine or automotive relay and sensor assemblies, and harsh environment control panels. Its IP68/69K protection, robust environmental resistance, and compact form factor make it ideal for assemblies requiring reliable, field-serviceable connections with long service life.