Tough & Dependable
The DEUTSCH DTV Connector series is designed for industrial and commercial transportation applications, providing strong protection against dust, dirt, moisture, salt spray, and vibration. These connectors feature 18 cavities for size 16 DEUTSCH contacts, sealed mounting flanges, and secondary wedge locks for secure connections. Crafted from high-quality thermoplastic, they offer durability and performance across a wide temperature range (-55°C to +125°C) and are suitable for various applications including construction machinery, commercial vehicles, agricultural equipment, marine vessels, off-road vehicles, mining equipment, military vehicles, and specialized transportation.
Key Benefits
DEUTSCH DTV Connectors
- Enhanced Environmental Protection: Shields connections from dust, dirt, moisture, salt spray, and vibration, enabling long-term reliability.
- Secure Connection: Secondary wedge locks confirm contact alignment and retention, minimizing the risk of disconnection in harsh conditions.
- Durable Construction: Robust thermoplastic housing and silicone rubber components provide durability in challenging environments.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial transportation applications, including construction machinery, trucks, buses, and marine equipment.
- Flexible Design Options: Available with protective end caps and boot accessories to accommodate various design requirements and enhance flexibility.
- Reliable Performance: Maintains electrical integrity under extreme temperatures, vibrations, and physical shocks, enabling dependable operation.
- Easy Maintenance: Simple engagement and disengagement process with no electrical or mechanical defects after 100 cycles, facilitating easy maintenance and repairs.
Key Features
DEUTSCH DTV Connectors
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Contact Size |
16 (13 amps) |
| Wire Gauge Range |
14-20 AWG (2.0-0.5) |
| Cavity Arrangement | 18 |
| Mounting Style | Flange |
| Housing Material | Thermoplastic |
| Latching Mechanism | Integrated latch |
| Alignment and Retention | Wedgelocks |
| Grommet Material | Silicone rubber |
| Insert Retainer Material | Thermoplastic |
| Receptacle Interfacial Seal | Silicone rubber |
| Shell Material | Thermoplastic |
| Durability | No defects after 100 cycles of engagement and disengagement |
| Vibration Resistance | Withstands 20 G’s at 10 to 2000 Hz |
| Physical Shock Resistance | Endures 50 G’s in three perpendicular planes |
| Fluid Resistance | Resists damage from industrial fluids |
| Insulation Resistance | 1000 megohms minimum at 25°C |
| Moisture Resistance | Withstands immersion under three feet of water |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | Less than 2 milliamps leakage at 1500 VAC |
| Thermal Cycle Performance | No cracking, chipping, or leaking after 20 cycles from -55°C to +125°C |
DEUTSCH DTV Series Dimensions
| Cavity | DTV Plug | DTV Receptacle | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Length A | Overall Height B | Overall Width C | Overall Length D | Overall Height E | Overall Width F | |
| 18 | 1.405 (35.69) | 1.059 (26.90) | 1.450 (36.83) | 2.495 (63.37) | 1.786 (45.36) | 3.194 (81.12) |
Real World Applications
DEUTSCH DTV Connectors
- Construction Machinery: Provides reliable connections in excavators, bulldozers, and cranes operating in dusty and dirty environments.
- Commercial Vehicles: Delivers dependable electrical connections for trucks, buses, and delivery vehicles exposed to harsh road conditions and vibrations.
- Agricultural Equipment: Maintains electrical integrity in tractors, harvesters, and other farm machinery used in rough terrain and outdoor elements.
- Marine Applications: Offers robust sealing against salt spray and moisture in boats, ships, and other marine vessels.
- Off-Road Vehicles: Supports electrical systems in ATVs, UTVs, and other off-road vehicles operating in rugged terrains.
- Mining Equipment: Protects connections in drills, loaders, and transport vehicles used in mining operations, providing performance under extreme conditions.
- Military Vehicles: Delivers secure and reliable connections in light military vehicles, enhancing performance in demanding field conditions.
- Specialized Transportation: Facilitates robust electrical systems in fire trucks, ambulances, and other emergency response vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
DEUTSCH DTV Connectors
Q: What are DEUTSCH DTV Connectors used for?
A: DEUTSCH DTV Connectors are designed for cable-to-cable applications, providing robust connections in harsh environments. They are widely used in industrial machinery, commercial vehicles, agricultural equipment, marine applications, off-road vehicles, mining equipment, military vehicles, and specialized transportation.
Q: What makes DEUTSCH DTV Connectors suitable for harsh environments?
A: These connectors feature 18 cavities that accept size 16 DEUTSCH contacts and are constructed from durable thermoplastic. They are designed to resist dust, dirt, moisture, salt spray, and vibration, making them suitable for use in challenging conditions.
Q: What materials are used in DEUTSCH DTV Connectors?
A: The connectors are made from high-quality materials, including silicone rubber for the grommet and receptacle interfacial seal, and thermoplastic for the insert retainer, shell, and wedgelocks.
