{"product_id":"217pcs-12-kits-deutsch-dt-connector-kit-with-crimper-terminal-removal-tool-ip68-waterproof-2-3-4-6-8-12-pin-automotive-electrical-connectors-size-16-stamped-contacts-for-car-truck-marine-wiring","title":"217PCS 12 Kits Deutsch DT Connector Kit with Crimper \u0026 Terminal Removal Tool","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e217PCS 12 Kits Deutsch DT Connector Kit with Crimper \u0026amp; Terminal Removal Tool\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a wiring repair calls for a detachable connection instead of another permanent splice, this Deutsch DT connector kit gives DIY vehicle owners and harness builders mating housings, stamped contacts, and assembly tools in one organized set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes PA66 nylon housings with orange seals, green and orange wedge locks, and 75 pairs of size 16 stamped copper contacts. It provides two mating sets, each in 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 8-, and 12-pin layouts. A ratcheting crimper, double-ended terminal removal too,l and compartmented storage box complete the assortment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild automotive accessory wiring, repair truck harness,es or create removable equipment connections. The IP68-rated housings provide dust and water protection when correctly assembled, with resistance to corrosion and a specified operating temperature range of -40°C to 125°C (-40°F to 257°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-compat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"hdiy-compat-icon\"\u003e✅\u003c\/span\u003e DT-style housings in six cavity layouts with size 16 stamped contacts for 14–18 AWG wire. The included crimper is specified for 22–13 AWG applications; choose the correct die and contact for the wire being used. Tool compatibility with DT, DTM and other automotive connector applications does not mean their housings are interchangeable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"hdiy-features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔌 Deutsch DT connector kit with six layouts: two mating sets each in 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 8- and 12-pin configurations support a range of harness layouts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 IP68 protection: PA66 nylon housings with seals help protect correctly assembled connections against water and dust, with corrosion resistance and a specified -40°C to 125°C operating range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔒 Secure wedge-lock design: green and orange locks retain the contacts and help resist loosening under vibration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧰 Ratcheting crimping tool: a self-adjusting mechanism, ergonomic handles, precision dies and smooth ratcheting action support controlled crimps. The stated tool range is 22–13 AWG; confirm the correct die for each terminal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚙️ Conductive stamped contacts: 75 pairs of size 16 copper pin and socket contacts provide low-resistance connections, with a specified 13 A current rating and compatibility with 14–18 AWG wire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 Organized assembly and servicing: the eight-compartment box separates small parts, while the double-ended removal tool helps release wedge locks and terminals. Crimp the contacts, insert them fully and fit the wedge locks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"hdiy-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 plug housings: two each in 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 8- and 12-pin layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 matching receptacle housings: two of each layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 green wedge locks and 12 orange wedge locks, matched to the housing layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e75 male pin contacts and 75 female socket contacts, size 16.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 cavity sealing plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 gray mounting clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 orange-handled ratcheting crimping tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 double-ended terminal and wedge-lock removal tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 clear eight-compartment storage box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWires shown in the assembly illustrations demonstrate use and are not listed as included components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-usecases\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-usecase-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🚗 Automotive DIYers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan detachable accessory connections after checking the circuit requirements and matching connector layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-usecase-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🔧 Harness Repair Work\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep several cavity counts on hand for repairs where the original mating connector and contact specification have been identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-usecase-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🧰 Workshop Projects\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganize housings, locks and terminals for custom equipment wiring that benefits from removable connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDT-style electrical connector assortment with crimping and removal tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCavity layouts\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 12 pins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMating sets\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 sets total; two per cavity layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContact type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 pairs of size 16 stamped copper pin and socket contacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHousing and lock appearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGray housings, orange seals, green and orange wedge locks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWire compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied contacts: 14–18 AWG; stated crimper range: 22–13 AWG. Match the wire, terminal and die before use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrimper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-handled ratcheting tool with self-adjusting mechanism, ergonomic handles and precision dies; pictured packing chart identifies SNA-48B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRemoval tool\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-ended design with hook and flat tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear eight-compartment box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich connector layouts are included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assortment provides 2-, 3-, 4-, 6-, 8- and 12-pin housings, with two mating sets of each layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a prewired connector kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The kit contains loose housings, contacts and locks for assembly. The colored wires in the pictures illustrate completed connections and are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill these fit every Deutsch connector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo universal fit is implied. Match the housing shape, keying, cavity arrangement and contact specification. The tools support suitable DT, DTM and other automotive connector applications, but the included DT-style housings are not interchangeable with every connector series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat wire size should I use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied size 16 contacts are specified for 14–18 AWG wire. The crimper has a broader stated range of 22–13 AWG, which does not expand the wire range of the included contacts. Check insulation fit and select the appropriate die before crimping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the connectors waterproof?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe housings are specified as IP68. Protection depends on correct contact installation, suitable wire insulation, intact seals, sealed unused cavities and fully mated housings. Confirm the intended immersion conditions before submerged use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow are the connectors assembled?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrimp each contact onto a prepared wire, insert it fully into the matching housing and fit the wedge lock. Verify terminal retention, cavity assignment and crimp integrity before powering the circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the double-ended tool for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hook end removes wedge locks. The flat end helps release the internal locking fingers so a contact can be withdrawn for servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre the gray clips and white plugs included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The kit includes four mounting clips and twelve cavity sealing plugs. Match each accessory to the appropriate housing and application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow should I apply the stated current rating?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contacts have a specified 13 A rating. Suitability for a circuit also depends on wire size, temperature, installation and loading. Check the complete assembly requirements rather than relying on the contact rating alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hdiy-cta\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan your next harness repair with a matched connector assortment. Check your cavity layout, wire and circuit requirements, then add the kit to your workbench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HomeDIYer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67684819239186,"sku":"HRTH51-2","price":69.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/8936\/1682\/files\/02_0ca76d4e-0bb0-463c-857a-ebd5550548c4.jpg?v=1794471380","url":"https:\/\/homediyer.com\/products\/217pcs-12-kits-deutsch-dt-connector-kit-with-crimper-terminal-removal-tool-ip68-waterproof-2-3-4-6-8-12-pin-automotive-electrical-connectors-size-16-stamped-contacts-for-car-truck-marine-wiring","provider":"HomeDIYer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}