{"product_id":"automotive-connector-back-cover-2272168-1-waterproof-housing-rear-seal-female-socket","title":"Automotive Connector Back Cover – 2272168-1, Waterproof Housing Rear Seal for Female Socket Cable Plug","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAutomotive Connector Back Cover – 2272168-1, Waterproof Housing Rear Seal for Female Socket Cable Plug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart number 2272168-1 is a TE Connectivity automotive connector back cover — the rear seal and secondary lock component for a specific TE Connectivity female socket connector housing. Back covers are critical for achieving IP67 sealing and secondary terminal retention in waterproof automotive connectors. Without the back cover, the connector will not achieve IP67 sealing and terminals may push back under vibration and cable pull forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2272168-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e TE Connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connector back cover \/ rear seal \/ secondary lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e PA66 nylon, flame retardant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP67 rear seal + secondary terminal retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specific TE Connectivity female socket connector housing (verify compatibility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBack Cover Functions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP67 rear sealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compresses individual wire seals against the housing rear face. Without the back cover, wire seals are not compressed and water enters through the rear of the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary terminal retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Locks over terminal lancing lances, preventing push-back under cable pull forces and vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required for the connector to meet TE Connectivity’s IP67 specification and the vehicle manufacturer’s electrical system requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I verify 2272168-1 is compatible with my connector housing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCross-reference 2272168-1 in the TE Connectivity catalog (te.com) to identify the compatible connector housing part numbers. The TE catalog lists back covers as accessories to specific connector housings. Verify the housing part number on the original connector before ordering. Back covers are not interchangeable between different TE Connectivity connector housings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I install this back cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter loading all terminals and verifying each is fully seated (pull-test each wire): align the back cover with the housing rear face, matching the orientation key. Press firmly until the locking tabs click into the locked position. Verify full seating — a partially installed back cover will not compress the wire seals correctly and will not achieve IP67.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I reuse this back cover after removal?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if undamaged. Inspect for cracks, deformed locking tabs, and damaged sealing surfaces before reuse. Replace if the back cover no longer clicks firmly into the locked position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive repair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing missing or damaged back covers on TE Connectivity waterproof connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Back cover replacement during connector repair on trucks and buses\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarness manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Back covers for new TE Connectivity connector assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive workshops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop stock for TE Connectivity connector accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 piece — automotive connector back cover 2272168-1 (TE Connectivity). 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