Rugged and Reliable
DEUTSCH AEC (Automotive Electronics Council) Series Connectors are heavy-duty connectors designed for demanding industrial applications. They withstand vibration, fluids, and extreme temperatures (-55°C to 125°C), offer secure, reliable connections, and are fully submersible and impervious to dust and dirt. With multiple keying options, they can accept up to 40 contacts. Trust the AEC series for rugged, reliable connections.
Key Benefits
DEUTSCH AEC Connectors
DEUTSCH electrical connectors are designed to withstand the harsh environmental challenges commonly found in industrial markets that require high performance.For optimal performance, proper parts, procedures, and tooling must be utilized.
- Heavy-duty & Sealed: Withstands harsh environments (-55°C to +125°C)
- Durable: 100x mating cycles, vibration (20G) & shock (50G) resistant
- Fluid Resistant: Handles most industrial fluids
- High Performance: 1000MΩ insulation, IP68 rated, 1500V AC dielectric withstand
- Rugged Construction: Stainless steel & thermoplastic housing
- Versatility: Multiple keying options, inline/plug styles, dust caps & boots available
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Key Features
DEUTSCH AEC Connectors
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Temperature | -55°C to +125°C |
| Durability | 100x mate/de-mate cycles |
| Vibration | 20G, 10-2000Hz |
| Shock | 50G |
| Fluid Resistance | Most industrial fluids |
| Water Resistance | 3ft submersion |
| Contacts | Size 16 (13A), 14-20 AWG |
| Wire | 14-20 AWG (2.50-0.50 mm2) |
| Cavity Arrangement | 40 |
| Keying | A, B, C, D, Universal |
| Style | Inline and Plug |
| Housing | Square, Thermoplastic |
| Mating | Jackscrew |
| Accessories | Dust caps, boots |
Real World Applications
DEUTSCH AEC Connectors
- Trucks, Buses, Construction Equipment: Withstands vibration, moisture, and temperature extremes.
- Factory Automation, Robotics, Machinery: Sealed design protects against dust, fluids, and contaminants.
- Solar, Wind, Renewable Energy: Wide operating temperature range for outdoor environments.
- Commercial Buildings: High number of mating cycles for easy reconfigurations.
- Boats & Ships: Moisture resistant for humid, splash prone areas with vibration resistance.
- Military/Aerospace: Rugged construction for demanding applications where reliability is critical.
DEUTSCH AEC Series Dimensions
| Cavity | AEC Plug | AEC Receptacle | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Length A |
Overall Height B |
Overall Width C |
Overall Length D |
Overall Height E |
Overall Width F |
|
| 40 | 1.440 (36.58) | 1.788 (45.16) | 1.894 (48.11) | 1.642 (41.71) | 1.944 (49.38) | 1.828 (46.43) |
Frequently Asked Questions
DEUTSCH AEC Connectors
A: DEUTSCH AEC environmentally sealed connectors are designed for cable to cable applications. AEC connectors are used in harsh environment applications where even a small degradation in connection may be critical.
Q: What are the AEC connectors’ key features?
A: AEC Connector Key Features:
- Accepts contact size 16 (13 amps)
- 14-20 AWG (2.50-0.50 mm2)
- 40 cavity arrangement
- In-line mount
- Square, thermoplastic housing
- Jackscrew for mating
Q: How durable are AEC connectors?
A: No electrical or mechanical defects after 100 cycles of engagement and disengagement.
