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DT Series Technical Manual
Product Line Overview
Deutsch DTM Series of transportation connectors feature a
miniature contact with an enhanced design based on the world
class, field-proven Deutsch “DT Series”.
The DTM is the connector to be used in harsh environmental
applications where reliable signal circuits are critical to operating
performance. Typical applications include on or around the
engine, the transmission and under the hood. In fact, everywhere
data signals or critical electronic circuits go, the field proven
Deutsch design of the DTM will provide reliable peak connector
performance.
The low cost, size 20 contacts terminate AWG 16 to 22 gauge
wire (0.5mm
2
to 1.5mm
2
). Closed entry socket (female) contacts
featuring spring action fingers are protected by a stainless steel
hood. This allows for positive axial alignment while mating and
prevents probe damage during testing.
Thermoplastic housings offer a wide operating temperature
range (-55
0
C to +125
0
C). Silicone rear wire and internal
peripheral interface seals allow the DTM to withstand moisture
and fluids.
Deutsch DT Series of environmentally-sealed, connectors are
designed specifically for cable to cable applications on the engine
or transmission, under the hood, on the chassis or in the cab.
Where signal level circuits in harsh environmental conditions,
where even a small degradation in connection may be critical,
the Deutsch DT Series general purpose connectors will provide
the reliability and performance at the lowest cost.
Thermoplastic (-55
0
C to + 125
0
C rated) housings and silicone
seals are used to allow the connector to withstand conditions
of extreme temperature and moisture. The connector may be
employed with either solid-copper crimp type contacts for critical
circuits or budget-minded stamped and formed contacts. In
either selection, the spring action is designed in the socket and
shrouded by a stainless steel hood that provides closed entry for
positive axial alignment during mating, and eliminates probe
damage from occurring. Contact insertion and withdrawal require
no special tools and are retained in locked position by dielectic
fingers, molded as an integral part of the housing. Secondary
locks are assembled at the mating interfaces. If by chance the
secondary locks are not properly seated during assembly, they
will be pressed into locked position during the mating of the
connector.
Deutsch DT Series
Deutsch DTM Series
These standard “DT” receptacle shells feature internal pin type
contact buss bar arrangements that allow common connections
from 3 to 12 size 16 contacts. Buss bars are available in standard
nickel or gold to match common Deutsch Industrial contacts.
Other features include the use of standard “DT” plugs to mate
with these environmental receptacles. Plugs with any Deutsch
modification are intermatable.
Deutsch DT Bussed Series
Deutsch DTP Series
Building on both the DT and DTM design strengths, the DTP
connector line was developed to fill the need for higher amperage,
multi-pin, inexpensive connectors. The series meets the same
specifications as the DTM and DT but offers the designer the ability
to use multiple 12 gauge contacts, each with a 25 amp continuous
capacity, within a single shell.
Based on the DTM overall design, it offers the protected interfacial
seal located within the receptacle shell. Standard multi-seal grommet
is used in both the plug and receptacle. Currently available in two and
four pin configurations.
Deutsch DTHD Series
Deutsch developed the DTHD Series for those applications requiring a
complete, environmentally sealed, single power circuit termination.
DTHD plugs and receptacles can be permanently assembled with
thermoplastic end caps that prevent removal of the silicone wire
seal grommets. Designed for diesel engine, electronic fuel injectors,
automatic transmissions, ABS brakes and other applications that
involve fuel and oil exposure. These end caps provide the additional
reliability required for critical wiring circuits.
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