EN3P8MX 8-Pin Panel Mount Weatherproof Male Circular Connector - IP68

The EN3P8MX from Switchcraft is a rugged, panel-mount, 8-pin male circular connector engineered for superior reliability in harsh environments. Designed for applications requiring dependable watertight performance, it is part of the EN3 series and offers full IP68 ingress protection, making it ideal for outdoor, industrial, and mission-critical electronics.

This connector features solder cup terminations for secure and permanent wire attachment, gold-plated contacts for enhanced conductivity and corrosion resistance, and a durable thermoplastic housing that is resistant to UV, moisture, and mechanical wear. Its bayonet-style locking mechanism ensures a secure and vibration-resistant connection, supporting up to 600 mating cycles without performance degradation.

Key Features:

• 8-Pin Male Panel Mount Configuration
• IP68-Rated Sealing - Waterproof, dustproof, UV and moisture resistant
• Gold-Plated Copper Alloy Contacts - High conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Secure Bayonet Locking System - For fast and safe mating
• Flame-Retardant Thermoplastic Shell - UL94V-0 / HB compliant

Technical Specifications:

Electrical

• Voltage Rating: 250V AC/DC
• Current Rating: 6.5 Amps
• Contact Resistance: 0.02 Ohms
• Contact Plating: Gold

Mechanical

• Termination Style: Solder Cup
• Mating Cycles: 600
• Coupling Locking Style: Bayonet
• Mounting Torque: 10 in-lbs

Environmental

• Operating Temp: -40 C to +85 C
• Moisture Resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 106F
• Salt Spray: MIL-STD-202 Method 101D (Condition B)
• Vibration Resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 201
• Flame Rating: UL94V-0 / UL94HB
• IP Ratings: IP65, IP66, IP67, IP68, IP69K
• UV Protection: F1 Rated

Compliance

• RoHS Compliant
• REACH Compliant
• UL and CSA Certified

Material & Dimensions

• Body Material: Thermoplastic
• Contact Material: Copper Alloy
• Outer Diameter: 0.715 in
• Cable Opening: 0.265 in
• Packaging: Bulk

Applications:

• Outdoor LED and lighting systems
• Industrial sensors and automation
• Marine and offshore control systems
• Robotics and aerospace instrumentation
• Surveillance, audio, and communication systems

What's in the box
1 x EN3P8MX 8-Pin Panel Mount Weatherproof Male Circular Connector - IP68