Waterproof Automotive Wiring Connectors

Waterproof electrical connectors prevent short circuits by preventing external elements from interfering with the flow of electricity. They also help maintain a secure connection and are designed for easy installation.

Nilight 10 kits waterproof automotive wiring connectors are designed to withstand exposure to moisture, high heat, and chemicals. They feature tin-plated copper terminals and silicone cable seals for a premium connection.

Pins and Sockets

The pins and sockets, also known as contacts, are the current carrying components waterproof automotive wiring connectors of a connector. They are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and current ratings. It is important to choose the right contact for your application based on the wire size and circuit price. Nickel plated contacts are suitable for circuits like power, lighting and controls while gold plated contacts are best for critical circuits like sensors, data and communication.

Electrical wire connectors are a key component to the wiring harness in your car or truck. They allow the information and electrical power to be sent throughout your vehicle and help keep your engine running like it should. When the connector fails it can cause a short in your vehicle’s wiring and disable the electrical circuit until it is fixed.

There are several ways to terminate the wires in your electrical connector including crimping, soldering or insulation displacement. When using a crimp termination, the wire is placed inside of the contact barrel and mechanically tightened to form an electrical bond with the conductor. This method is commonly used with small stranded or solid core wire and provides a higher level of reliability than soldering.

Insulation displacement connectors are most often used with ribbon cables that contain many conductors. These connectors simply clamp onto the cable and provide a connection to each individual conductor. This method is quick and easy to use and can save time in the field.

Shell

This 2 pin super seal waterproof electrical automotive wire connector plug set is suitable for wiring harness, securing and connecting wires in harsh or high humidity environment. It is made from high quality environmental-friendly materials with a good chemical stability, superior electrical conductivity and waterproof, dustproof and safe.

Waterproof connectors create a waterproof seal by compressing either a gasket or an o-ring (commonly made from a rubber material, such as silicone) against the surface of a panel or mating connector to prevent moisture from entering a connection. The sealing system is essential to a long-term waterproof connector manufacturer and reliable connection in applications that require protection from water, saltwater, oil, or other liquids.

To determine whether a waterproof connector is qualified, a test must be performed on the end of the connector immersed in water. When the water level rises above the height of the connector, the test is failed. The gap size between the multi-strand copper wires in the core and the insulation skin of the cable should be greater than the connector hole to avoid the leakage of water.

The selection process of the waterproof plug and blind plug directly influences the quality of the overall waterproof performance. In order to meet the relevant quality requirements, the inner and outer diameters of the waterproof plug and the blind plug should match well, the connection between the wire and the connector should be tight, and the crimping should not cause the wire insulation to be pierced.

Pin/Socket Retainer

The pin/socket retainer is a piece that slides into the connector from the front and wedges against all of the plastic locking barbs on the inside. This makes it nearly impossible for the pins and sockets to come loose once they are crimped on the wires. It also helps to keep the wires from accidentally pulling out of the connector when they are disconnected. The connectors themselves are made to be chemical and weather resistant and to make a strong electrical connection that will last for the life of the car.

This retaining pin is designed for use with impact sockets with large drive size, crush gauge retaining rings. It can be used with sockets that have a through-hole to interlock with the pin detent, or it can be inserted in a socket without a through-hole to allow the pin detent to be actuated by a tool (such as a screwdriver or nail) in cases where the socket’s ball spring is too powerful to actuate manually. This retaining pin is made from high-quality, heat-treated steel for lasting performance.

Seals

The right connectors make sure electrical current flows properly throughout your vehicle, sending information and power to crucial components like the radio, windshield wiper blades, blinkers and hazard lights. A failed wiring harness can disable your vehicle or cause a safety hazard. Waterproof automotive wire connectors prevent short circuits by keeping the electrical connection sealed tight.

With high-quality materials, our waterproof auto electrical connectors can be used with confidence. A precise jaw structure ensures a secure, long-lasting crimp, with minimal voltage drop and high current flow. They also come with heat shrinkable butt terminals that provide added corrosion protection and easy installation and removal. They are suitable for a wide range of vehicles and are easy to install with a standard crimper. The kit includes a handy extractor tool to help you pull out old connections without damaging the insulation or pins. Designed to withstand the harshest environments, this waterproof cable connector set has passed rigorous factory testing for size and profile consistency as well as pull-out resistance. They are perfect for any automotive, marine, heavy duty or alternative energy applications.