{"title":"Deutsch Connectors","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"grey-dt-style-waterproof-connector-2-12-pin-plug-socket-ip67-sealed-automotive-wiring","title":"Deutsch Connector DT-Style | 2–8 Pin Waterproof | IP67 Automotive Marine | Plug \u0026 Socket","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt for automotive, off-road, marine and industrial wiring where a reliable sealed connection is non-negotiable,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethese grey DT-style connectors are available in six pin configurations — 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 12-pin — and in both\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eplug (male pin) and socket (female socket) versions. Every connector ships ready to crimp: the correct quantity of\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize 16 contacts is included along with the secondary wedgelock and pre-installed silicone seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PA66 thermoplastic housing and dual silicone seals deliver IP67 waterproof protection, shrugging off\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epressure washing, river crossings, rain and constant vibration. Each contact circuit handles a continuous 13 A,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003emaking these connectors equally at home on a sensor feed or a driving-light bar. The integrated latch and\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esecondary wedgelock lock contacts firmly in place and confirm correct seating in a single step — no guessing, no\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecallbacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your pin count and type (plug or socket) from the variant dropdown. Plug (male) housings carry pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003econtacts; socket (female) housings carry socket contacts. A plug mates with its matching socket of the same pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Available in 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 12-pin configurations — select via variant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Plug (male pin) and socket (female socket) versions — select via variant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Correct quantity of Size 16 contacts included with every connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Secondary wedgelock included — confirms contact seating and compresses rear seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• IP67 \/ IP68 rated — withstands submersion, pressure washing and dust ingress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• V0 flame-rated PA66 thermoplastic housing — UV-stabilised, fuel and solvent resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Dual silicone seals — pre-installed nose seal and rear wire seals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 13 A continuous per circuit — suitable for sensors, actuators, solenoids and lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wire gauge: 14–20 AWG (0.5–2.5 mm²)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Operating temperature: −55 °C to +125 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Minimum 100 mating cycles rated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• DT-compatible — fits existing DT-style harnesses, terminals and tooling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeries DT-Style (Deutsch DT compatible)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin Counts Available 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypes Plug (male pin) \/ Socket (female socket)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact Size Size 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent Rating 13 A continuous per circuit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire Gauge 14–20 AWG (0.5–2.5 mm²)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousing Material PA66 thermoplastic (V0 flame rated, UV stabilised)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeal Material Silicone (nose + rear wire seals)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour Grey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP Rating IP67 \/ IP68\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating Temp. −55 °C to +125 °C (−67 °F to +257 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDielectric Rating \u0026lt;2 mA @ 1500 VAC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsulation \u0026gt;1000 MΩ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Automotive OEM and aftermarket wiring harnesses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Trucks, buses, coaches and heavy commercial vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Agricultural machinery — tractors, harvesters, sprayers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Construction and mining plant — excavators, loaders, dozers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Marine and recreational — bilge pumps, navigation, outboards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 4WD and off-road builds — light bars, winches, lift kits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Motorsport wiring — race harnesses, data loggers, ECU looms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Emergency vehicles — emergency lighting, communications systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Industrial equipment — conveyors, HVAC, pumping stations\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auto Relay","offers":[{"title":"2 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738226790494,"sku":"DT-GRY-2PIN","price":9.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738226856030,"sku":"DT-GRY-3PIN","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738226921566,"sku":"DT-GRY-4PIN","price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738226987102,"sku":"DT-GRY-6PIN","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738227052638,"sku":"DT-GRY-8PIN","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Pin Plug+Socket","offer_id":42738227118174,"sku":"DT-GRY-12PIN","price":21.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/2221\/1678\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a12ef8bc-cf55-4c93-8262-4b56fa13b5fd.png?v=1777976463"},{"product_id":"dt-connector-crimping-tool-size-16-ratchet-crimper","title":"DT Connector Crimping Tool | Size 16 Closed Barrel Ratchet Crimper | Deutsch DT Compatible | 14-20 AWG","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrimp DT-style connector contacts the right way. This closed barrel ratchet crimper is specifically designed for Size 16 solid and rolled contacts used in Deutsch DT-style connectors — the standard in automotive, marine, agricultural, and motorsport wiring harnesses. If you're building or repairing a DT connector loom, this is the tool you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDT contacts cannot be crimped correctly with a standard insulated terminal crimper. They require a 4-way indent closed barrel crimper that engages all four sides of the contact barrel simultaneously, producing a gas-tight crimp with maximum conductivity and pull-out resistance. This tool delivers that — with a ratchet mechanism that locks until the full crimp cycle is complete, so every contact is correctly formed before the tool releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-way indent closed barrel crimping\u003c\/strong\u003e — correct crimp geometry for Size 16 solid and rolled DT contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRatchet mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e — won't release until crimp cycle completes, eliminates under-crimped contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits 14–20 AWG wire\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers the full wire gauge range used with DT-style connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Size 16 stamped and solid contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with DT-style, Deutsch DT-compatible, and equivalent connector contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop-forged alloy steel jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e — hardened for workshop durability and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic non-slip handles\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable for high-volume harness work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Contacts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeutsch DT-compatible Size 16 stamped contacts (14–18 AWG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeutsch DT-compatible Size 16 solid contacts (14–20 AWG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll DT-style connector contacts including 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, and 12-pin housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You Need a Dedicated DT Crimper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDT connector contacts use a closed barrel design — the contact barrel is fully enclosed, not open like a standard insulated terminal. A standard automotive crimper will crush rather than indent the barrel, producing a poor mechanical and electrical connection. 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