Industrial Grade Circular Connectors Featuring Amphenol VN0101600021 with Composite Material Housing
Amphenol C|16-3 & C|16-L Circular Connectors
Product Overview
The Amphenol C|16-3 and C|16-L series offers robust and reliable circular connectors designed for demanding industrial environments. These connectors feature a high-performance composite material housing, ensuring durability and low weight. With a wide range of contact arrangements and termination technologies, including screw terminals for easy field installation and crimp versions for automated processing, they provide versatile solutions for power and signal transmission. The bayonet quick-release mechanism ensures easy and secure handling. Suitable for applications up to 900V or 50A, these connectors are ideal for Energy Generation & Distribution, Transportation, Heavy Equipment, Factory Automation, and other industrial sectors.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Amphenol
- Series: C|16-3, C|16-L
- Housing Material: High performance composite material (Polyamide 6.6)
- Locking System: Bayonet quick release
- Approvals: VDE, UL, CSA
- Flammability: UL94-V0
- Color Options: Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Grey (upon request for coupling ring and receptacle housing)
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| C|16-3 Series | Shell Size | 1 and 2 |
| Number of Contacts | Shell Size 1: 3 + PE, 8 + PE, 14 + PE, 17 + PE, 12 + 3 + PE Shell Size 2: 4 + PE, 5 + PE, 14 + PE, 12 + PE, 19 + PE | |
| Rated Voltage | Up to 900V (depending on configuration) | |
| Current Carrying Capacity | Up to 50A (depending on configuration and temperature) | |
| Wire Gauge | Up to 6mm / AWG10 (for crimp versions) | |
| C|16-L Series | Shell Size | 2 |
| Number of Contacts | 5 poles (4 + PE) | |
| Rated Voltage | Up to 600V | |
| Current Carrying Capacity | Up to 50A (at +40C) | |
| Wire Gauge | Up to 8.3mm (AWG 8) | |
| General Characteristics (C|16-3, Shell Size 1) | ||
| Contact Resistance | 5 m | DIN EN 60512-3-1, Test 3a |
| Insulation Resistance | 10 | DIN EN 60512-2-1, Test 2a |
| Climatic Category | 40 / 125 / 56 | DIN EN 60068-1 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C ... +125C | |
| Degree of Protection | IP65 (in mated position) | DIN EN 60529 |
| Mechanical Operation | 500 mating cycles | DIN EN 60512-13-2, test 13b |
| Termination Technique | Crimp, Screw | |
| General Characteristics (C|16-3, Shell Size 2) | ||
| Contact Resistance | 5 m | DIN EN 60512-3-1, Test 3a |
| Insulation Resistance | 10 | DIN EN 60512-2-1, Test 2a |
| Climatic Category | 40 / 125 / 56 (5 + PE: +100C) | DIN EN 60068-1 |
| Operating Temperature | -40C ... +125C | |
| Degree of Protection | IP65 (in mated position) | DIN EN 60529 |
| Mechanical Operation | 250 mating cycles | DIN EN 60512-9-1, test 9a |
| Termination Technique | Crimp, Screw | |
| C|16-3 Special Type: 2 + PE | ||
| Contact Termination | Female cable connector: Screw terminals Male receptacle: Crimp contacts | |
| Rated Voltage | Up to 750V | |
| Current Carrying Capacity | Up to 40A (at 40 C) | |
| Degree of Protection | IP67 (in mated position) | |
| Wire Gauge | Female: 2.5 mm to 6 mm (AWG 14 10) Male: 1.5 mm to 4 mm (AWG 16 - 12) | |
| Cable Diameter | 8 to 14mm | |
| UV Resistance | Yes | |
| Optional Feature | Secured Locking (prevents unintended opening) | |
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