Deutsch DT Connector Tail Clip Set 2–12 Pin Corrugated Pipe Harness Clip – OEM 1011-235-0405

Description

Deutsch DT Connector Tail Clip Set – 2–12 Pin with Corrugated Pipe Harness Clip & Protective Sheath

OEM Part Number: 1011-235-0405

Tail clips (also called strain relief clips or backshell clips) are the mechanical retention component that secures corrugated conduit or split loom tubing to the rear of a Deutsch DT connector housing. Without a tail clip, the corrugated pipe can pull away from the connector under cable movement or vibration — exposing the wire bundle at the connector entry point to abrasion, moisture, and mechanical stress. This set provides matched tail clips for DT connectors in 2 through 12-pin configurations, complete with corrugated pipe sections and protective sheaths for a complete, professional harness assembly.

Key Specifications

OEM Part Number: 1011-235-0405 (Deutsch / TE Connectivity)
Compatible Connectors: Deutsch DT series (DT04/DT06) 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12 pin
Components: Tail clip + corrugated pipe section + protective sheath (per set)
Material: PA66 nylon (clip and sheath), PP (corrugated pipe)
Corrugated Pipe OD: Matches DT connector housing tail diameter (varies by pin count)
Quantity: 10 or 50 sets (select above)

Tail Clip Function — Why It Matters for Harness Reliability

In professional wire harness construction, the tail clip serves three critical functions:

Strain relief: Transfers cable pull forces from the individual wire terminals to the connector housing and corrugated pipe — preventing terminal backout caused by cable tension
Conduit retention: Locks the corrugated pipe to the connector housing, maintaining continuous mechanical protection of the wire bundle from the connector entry point through the harness run
Environmental sealing: Combined with the connector’s wire seals, the tail clip and sheath prevent dust and moisture from entering the connector from the rear (wire entry side)

What Questions Does This Product Answer?

"Do I need a tail clip on every Deutsch DT connector?" — Not always, but strongly recommended for any harness subject to vibration, cable movement, or outdoor exposure. Agricultural, construction, and marine harnesses should always use tail clips. Static indoor panel wiring may omit them, but tail clips add negligible cost and significantly improve long-term reliability.
"What corrugated pipe size fits DT 4-pin connectors?" — DT 4-pin (DT04-4P/DT06-4S) uses a tail clip compatible with 10–12mm OD corrugated pipe. Verify the specific pipe OD against the tail clip part number — different pin counts use different housing sizes and therefore different tail clip/pipe combinations.
"Can I use split loom tubing instead of corrugated pipe with DT tail clips?" — No. DT tail clips are designed for round corrugated conduit (PA corrugated pipe), not split loom. Split loom does not have the correct OD or surface profile to engage the tail clip retention features. Use the correct corrugated pipe for a secure fit.
"What is the OEM part number 1011-235-0405?" — This is the Deutsch / TE Connectivity part number for the DT series tail clip assembly. It is used in OEM agricultural and construction equipment harnesses by John Deere, Caterpillar, Case IH, and other manufacturers as the standard strain relief component for DT connector installations.

Typical Applications

Agricultural equipment: John Deere, Case IH, New Holland harness assemblies requiring OEM-spec strain relief
Construction machinery: Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo CE harness builds and repairs
Automotive custom harnesses: Race car and off-road vehicle harnesses where vibration resistance is critical
Marine: Outboard motor harnesses, bilge system wiring, deck equipment connections
Industrial mobile equipment: Forklift harnesses, AGV wiring, outdoor control panel connections