The seal technology used by Molex’s ML-XT connection system is said to prevent ingress of fluids under extreme conditions. Two-shot LSR (liquid silicone rubber) moulding produces a one-piece plug and seal that provides optimum seal positioning at all times, including during mating and un-mating of the header and receptacle.
Further technical details include rear seals made from HCR (high consistency rubber) to prevent damage to the rear seal during terminal insertion/extraction. Latched rear covers allow for flexible cable exits and cable movement whilst maintaining optimum seal position to prevent leak paths. A high terminal retention force exceeding 111N helps withstand high axial pull-out forces.
The connection system is available with nine different colour-coded housings to enable easy visual mating of harnesses and to prevent mis-mating.
