Automotive Connector Terminal – 0462-201-1631 / DJ227B-1.5A, Size 16 Female Socket Contact for Deutsch DT Series

Deutsch DT series size 16 female socket contacts — OEM part number 0462-201-1631 (Deutsch/TE Connectivity catalog number), DJ227B-1.5A (Chinese standard equivalent). These are the female socket contacts that load into Deutsch DT06 receptacle housings (DT06-2S, DT06-3S, DT06-4S, DT06-6S, DT06-8S). Rated at 13A continuous for 16–22AWG wire. The most widely used contact in the Deutsch DT series — essential workshop stock for automotive harness repair and custom harness builds.

Key Specifications

• Part Numbers: 0462-201-1631 (Deutsch/TE), DJ227B-1.5A (Chinese standard)
• Contact Type: Female socket contact (for DT06 receptacle housings)
• Contact Size: Size 16
• Wire Range: 16–22AWG (0.5–1.5mm²)
• Current Rating: 13A continuous
• Contact Material: Copper alloy, tin-plated
• Compatible Housings: All Deutsch DT06 series receptacle housings (2S, 3S, 4S, 6S, 8S)

0462-201-1631 vs 0460-202-16141 — Female vs Male

• 0462-201-1631 (female socket, this product): Loads into DT06 receptacle housings. The socket contact receives the male pin from the mating DT04 plug housing.
• 0460-202-16141 (male pin contact): Loads into DT04 plug housings. The pin contact inserts into the female socket of the mating DT06 receptacle housing.
• Mating pair: A complete DT connector requires both: 0462-201-1631 female contacts in the DT06 housing + 0460-202-16141 male contacts in the DT04 housing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crimp tool is required for 0462-201-1631 contacts?

Deutsch HDT-48-00 hand crimp tool (or equivalent ratchet crimp tool with size 16 dies). The HDT-48-00 is the standard tool for all Deutsch DT size 16 contacts — both male (0460-202-16141) and female (0462-201-1631). The ratchet mechanism ensures the die closes fully on every crimp cycle, producing consistent crimp quality. Do not use non-ratchet pliers — they produce inconsistent crimp force that fails under vibration.

How do I insert 0462-201-1631 contacts into a DT06 housing?

1. Slide the wire seal onto the wire before crimping. 2. Crimp the contact onto the wire using the HDT-48-00 tool. 3. Insert the contact from the rear of the DT06 housing — push until the locking lance clicks into the housing cavity. 4. Verify seating by gently pulling the wire — a properly seated contact will not pull out. 5. Insert the wedge lock from the mating face until flush. The wedge lock provides secondary retention and is required for IP67 sealing.

Can I reuse 0462-201-1631 contacts after removal?

Contacts can be reused if the locking lance is undamaged and the crimp barrel is not deformed. Use a Deutsch extraction tool to remove the contact from the housing without damaging the lancing lance. Inspect the lance — a bent or broken lance will not seat correctly in the housing. Replace any contacts with damaged lancing lances. Do not reuse contacts that have been crimped — the crimp barrel is a one-time-use feature.

Typical Applications

• Automotive harness repair: Replacing damaged female contacts in Deutsch DT connectors on vehicles
• Custom harness builds: Female contacts for DT06 housings in motorsport and 4WD harness builds
• Agricultural: Replacement contacts for implement harness DT connectors
• Workshop stock: Essential stock item for workshops performing Deutsch DT connector repairs

Package Contents

Deutsch DT size 16 female socket contacts, 0462-201-1631 / DJ227B-1.5A (quantity as selected). Wire seals not included — order separately if required.