INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector is a small bridge between two devices that takes responsibility for data, current, signals or fluid transmission from one device to the other.

It consists of two main external parts called a socket and a plug.

The device or cable where you need to send data, signals or current is connected to the socket.

The plug is connected with the device or cable from where you need to receive data or current for transmission.

The term ‘’self-locking’’ in INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors clearly means that you do not need to apply much effort and time to lock and unlock these connectors.

It is because there is a strong self-latching mechanism installed in the plug and socket in order to complete the locking and unlocking process.

Nowadays, this mechanism is in great demand for all applications where connectors are used for data and current transmission.

You can get straight or elbow configurations of these connectors with a facility of solder, PCB or crimp contacts.

Figure 1 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors

INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors follow a simple rule for mating and un-mating.

The mating and un-mating totally depend on the self-latching mechanism installed into these connectors.

When you need to mate the plug and socket, you need to push the plug into the socket such that all the plug contacts enter into the socket holes.

During mating, the following process occurs:

• The self-latching mechanism consists of two half arrowhead shape latches inside the connector’s plug.
• When you push the plug into the socket, the latches inside the plug retract with the outer shell walls.
• There is a space inside the socket similar to the shape of the plug’s half arrowhead latches.
• When the plug’s latches reach that socket half arrowhead shape space, the arrowheads quickly lock or fit into that space.
• The plug and socket are now strongly mated, and your data, current, signals or fluid can be easily transferred from one device to the other.
• To un-mate the connection, the outer shell of the plug should be pushed in the backward direction.
• Doing this will release the plug’s half arrowhead shape latches from the socket grooves, and the plug can then easily be removed from the socket.

Figure 2 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Mating Mechanism

Yes, INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors can easily and strongly defend accidental cable tugs.

The self-latching mechanism in these connectors does not allow the plug and socket to disconnect even in harsh conditions.

You can only break the connection if you push back the outer shell of the plug.

Figure 3 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors Power Lock

INTE-AUTO manufactures different types of Self-Locking Connectors that give you different ingress protection ratings.

All the types are strong enough to be used in various challenging situations.

INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors are available in IP50, IP66, IP67 and IP68 ratings.

It is up to you what type of Self-Locking Connector is needed to fulfill your data, current or signals transmission.

Figure 4 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s IP Rating

Yes, you can easily and quickly fit a bend relief with INTE-AUTO Male Self-Locking Connectors.

Although INTE-AUTO manufactures both types of Male Self-Locking Connectors that have variants or may not have variants.

So, if you want to avoid bending of the cable near the plug, you can order a Self-Locking Connector with a variant.

Figure 5 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Variant

Figure 6 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors Mating Capacity

• You are not able to see the socket

• You are dealing with many connections that require perfect mating of the plug with the correct socket.

• Code A has 30 degrees angle and is represented by α
• Code B has 45 degrees angle and is represented by α
• Code C has 60 degrees angle and is represented by α

Figure 7 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Keying System

• To transfer critical and important data and current in satellites in space, you can use these connectors at 0% risk.
• These connectors can be applied in all military operations, military vehicles etc.
• All medical appliances can use these connectors to transfer data, current, signals or fluid in normal and severe conditions.
• You can use these connectors underwater, i.e., in marine applications where boats, yachts, submarines etc., are used.
• These connectors can be used in the public sectors like to power up signals, LED display lights, CCTV cameras etc.
• For data and current transmission in machinery or public vehicles, you can use these connectors as a connection solution between different cables.
• To transfer audio and video signals between two devices, INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors can be easily used.
• The robotics industry can get help with data and current transmission between different parts of the robots by using these connectors.
• To get signals or data from indoor or outdoor antennas, you can use these connectors.

Figure 8 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Applications

• These connectors can quickly lock and unlock.
• The locking is strong enough that no accidental tugs break the connection.
• Mating is relatively easy.
• These connectors are affordable, reliable and lightweight.
• Available in various sizes, elbow or straight configurations and pin connections to fulfill your needs.
• They can be used both in waterproof and dustproof applications.
• The IP50, IP66, IP67 and IP68 ratings ensure complete protection against dust, dirt and water particles.
• Each connector’s piece can be used 5000 to 6000 times.
• The 360-degree EMC shielding of these connectors saves your data, current and signal flow from external interferences.
• The gold-plating of the contacts enhances the life of these connectors.
• They are attractive in appearance.
• They can blindly mate because of the excellent keying system.
• The data, current, signals and fluid can be quickly transferred from one device to another without disturbance and loss.
• You can quickly assemble and disassemble these connectors.

• You can use them 5000 to 6000 times per piece under IEC 60512-5 test 9a standard.
• It gives you a humidity level of less than 95% at 60 degrees centigrade temperature
• You can use them at the lowest temperature of about -40 degrees Celsius and the highest temperature of about +250 degrees Celsius.
• They can resist vibrations from 10Hz to 2000Hz, i.e., 15g under IEC 60512-4 test 6d standard.
• They are able to resist shocks up to 100g at 6ms under IEC 60512-4 test 6c standard.
• They can withstand the salt spray test for more than 144 hours under IEC 60512-6 test 11f standard.
• They can provide IP66, IP67 and IP68 ratings under the IEC 60529 standard.
• These connectors are EMC shielded with values of more than 75db at 10MHz and more than 40db at 1GHz under IEC 60619-1-3 standard.
• The material used to manufacture contacts is brass (Gold Plated)
• The insulator is manufactured using Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) or Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
• Housing is manufactured using Brass plated with black or pearl chrome or Polycarbonate (PC)
• The available keying codes are G, A, B, C, D, E, F, and L keys
• It uses a self-latching mechanism for mating and un-mating
• These connectors are available in PCB (straight or elbow), solder, and crimp contacts

• Using a cutter or razor, you should first cut the outer rubber coating of the cable about half an inch.
• Now expose the conducting material by removing the rubber layer from the small wires inside the cable.
• Pass the cable from a bend relief, collet and collet nut.
• Solder the conducting material with insulator contacts of the plug.
• Cover the soldered insulator using a split insert carrier.
• Insert the covered insulator and collet inside the outer shell of the plug and then tight collet nut by rotating it in the clockwise direction.
• Connect the bend relief.
• The socket contacts can be soldered with the cable or device where you need to send data, current, signals or fluid.

• Unsolder the socket contacts.
• Remove bend relief from the plug.
• Un-tighten the collet nut by rotating it in the anti-clockwise direction.
• Remove collet, split insert carrier and soldered insulator from the plug’s outer shell.
• Uncover the insulator from the split insert carrier and then unsolder the conducting material from the insulator contacts.
• Remove the cable from the collet, collet nut and bend relief.
• Again, close the plug parts without a cable.

Figure 9 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking connector’s Assembling Parts

Figure 10 Self-Locking Connector Working Temperature Range

Figure 11 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s EMC Shielding

• You can visit the connector’s market in your area, get views of different manufacturers, and choose the best one.
• You can visit the different connector manufacturers’ websites and get an idea about the best one.
• You can check customer reviews for all the products of a manufacturer that helps you understand the quality of its products.
• You can order a free sample of Self-Locking Connectors from different manufacturers; after testing each sample, you can choose the best one.

Figure 12 Best Self-Locking Connector Manufacturer

• If you need a small quantity of INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors, you can visit their page on the AliExpress store.
• INTE-AUTO support team is always ready to answer all your queries via email. You can place an order by emailing them at sales@inte-auto.com or info@inte-auto.com.
• For quick contact with INTE-AUTO, you can connect with them on WhatsApp or WeChat at +8613420981319 or +8613430872295.
• If you can visit the INTE-AUTO factory, you can go to their factory and directly deal with them.

Figure 13 Place Order for INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connectors

Figure 14 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Free Sample

• The courier service you are using
• The number of connector pieces you are ordering

• For a free sample, the order is delivered within 2 to 3 working days.
• For small quantities, you will get your order within 6 to 8 working days.
• For large quantities, the order can be delivered within 8 to 14 working days.

Figure 15 INTE-AUTO Self-Locking Connector’s Delivery Time