Sealed 8-Position Receptacle Housing for Harsh Environments
IP Rating Reality: Sealed Only When Mated
The ZE064W-8DS-HU/R(A) is listed as sealed and waterproof, but the IP rating — typically IP67 or IP69K for this connector class — applies only when the housing is fully mated with its counterpart plug and the latch lock is engaged. The gasket material in the ZE064W series is a polyamide (nylon) housing with an integrated seal; it survives standard automotive washdown chemistry and salt spray but should not be assumed chemical-resistant without checking the full material compatibility for aggressive solvents. For the unmated half on the panel, a protective cap is recommended to keep the seal face clean and prevent debris ingress between shifts.
Crimp Termination and Wire Harness Assembly
The free-hanging (in-line) mounting type means it connects as a cable-to-cable or cable-to-panel splice without a PCB footprint.
Within the same sealed ZE064W family, the 8-position ZE064W-8DS-HU/R(A) sits alongside 14-position and 24-position siblings — the ZE064W-14DS-HU/R(A) and ZE064W-24DS-HU/R(B), respectively. No pitch difference or footprint change between them — the housing simply scales in length.