Deutsch DT Series 6-Pin Waterproof Connector – DT04-6P Male & DT06-6S Female

The Deutsch DT 6-pin connector is one of the most versatile configurations in the DT series — providing six independent sealed circuits in a compact, IP67-rated housing. The 6-pin layout is widely used for multi-function sensor clusters, solenoid valve banks, lighting harnesses, and any application requiring more circuits than a 4-pin connector but not the bulk of an 8 or 12-pin housing. DT connectors use size 16 contacts (13A, 16–20AWG) — the general-purpose standard for automotive and agricultural wiring.

Key Specifications

• Part Numbers: DT04-6P (male plug) + DT06-6S (female receptacle)
• Contact Size: Size 16 (13A continuous per pin, 16–20AWG)
• IP Rating: IP67 (mated) — 1m water immersion for 30 minutes
• Housing Material: Glass-filled nylon (PA66-GF), UL94 V-0
• Contact Material: Copper alloy, tin or gold-plated
• Operating Temperature: -55°C to +125°C
• Voltage Rating: 600V
• Mating Cycles: 50+ rated
• Quantity: 5 or 10 or 100 sets (select above)

DT 6-Pin Common Wiring Patterns

The 6-pin DT connector covers several standard automotive and industrial wiring scenarios:

• 3-phase motor control: 3 phase conductors + 3 control/feedback signals in a single connector
• Lighting harness: Left/right turn, brake, reverse, running lights, ground — 6 circuits for a complete trailer or vehicle lighting harness
• Solenoid valve bank: 3 solenoid pairs (power + return per valve) in a single connector
• Sensor cluster: Multiple sensor outputs + shared power and ground rails
• CAN bus + power: CAN-H, CAN-L, +12V, GND, plus 2 additional signal circuits

What Questions Does This Product Answer?

• "What is the difference between DT and DTM 6-pin connectors?" — DT06-6S uses size 16 contacts (13A, 16–20AWG, larger housing). DTM06-6S uses size 20 contacts (7.5A, 20–24AWG, smaller housing). Choose DT for power and general wiring; choose DTM for signal and sensor wiring where wire gauge is small and space is limited.
• "Can I mix pin counts in a DT harness?" — Yes. DT connectors of different pin counts (2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12) can be used in the same harness. Each connector is a separate mating pair. There is no electrical or mechanical requirement to use the same pin count throughout a harness.
• "What is the maximum current for a DT 6-pin connector?" — 13A per pin × 6 pins = 78A theoretical maximum. In practice, derate to 70% for continuous operation: approximately 55A total harness current. Ensure the housing and wire gauge are rated for the total current load.
• "How do I identify pin 1 on a DT connector?" — Pin 1 is marked on the housing face with a “1” or a small triangle indicator. On the DT04-6P male plug, pin 1 is typically at the top-left when the locking latch faces up. Always verify against the Deutsch application specification for your specific housing.

Typical Applications

• Agricultural equipment: John Deere, Case IH, New Holland implement connectors, hydraulic solenoid valve harnesses
• Construction machinery: Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo CE control harnesses
• Automotive: Trailer lighting harnesses, custom vehicle wiring, off-road lighting systems
• Marine: Multi-function instrument harnesses, outboard motor control cables
• Industrial: Machine control panels, conveyor system wiring, mobile equipment harnesses

Package Contents

5, 10, or 100 sets (select above) — each set: 1× DT04-6P male housing + 1× DT06-6S female housing + 12× size 16 crimp contacts (6 male + 6 female) + W6S wedge lock.