1-66099-5 – TYCO ELECTRONICS

Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-66099-5 is a high-reliability stamped pin contact designed for crimp termination of 16-18 AWG wires, offering a robust solution for signal and power interconnects. Its brass contact material with a 50µin tin plating ensures excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance, crucial for maintaining signal integrity in demanding environments. A key design consideration for stamped contacts like this is the potential for mechanical deformation under excessive axial strain, necessitating careful wire preparation and crimp tooling selection to achieve optimal gas-tight connections and prevent long-term electrical degradation.

Key Features

• Contact Termination: Crimp
• Wire Gauge Compatibility: 16-18 AWG
• Contact Material: Brass
• Contact Finish: Tin
• Contact Finish Thickness: 50.0µin (1.27µm)
• Physical Form: Stamped Pin

Applications

The component is engineered for deployment in systems requiring high reliability and performance under specific operating conditions. It provides functional stability across the stated design envelope.

• Industrial automation control system wiring
• Automotive powertrain sensor interconnects
• Telecommunications equipment power distribution
• General purpose board-to-wire connections in ruggedized enclosures