16-Position Plug Housing for Wire-to-Wire Harnesses
The TE Connectivity 1-794616-6 is a 16-position plug housing from the Micro MATE-N-LOK series, designed for wire-to-wire interconnect applications where a free-hanging, in-line connection is needed. The locking ramp fastening type provides a positive audible latch when mated, which matters in applications where vibration could otherwise work a friction-fit connector loose. This is a housing only — contacts are not included and must be ordered separately as crimp terminals (TE recommends the matching Micro MATE-N-LOK pin contact).
Locking Ramp and Field Reliability
The locking ramp is the primary retention feature — it engages with the mating receptacle housing's ramp to create a positive lock that resists un-mating from cable pull or vibration. For a field-service technician, the audible click confirms full engagement without needing a visual check in a tight harness.
Mating Half and Contact Compatibility
This plug mates with the matching Micro MATE-N-LOK receptacle housing of the same pitch and circuit count — a 16-position, 3.00 mm pitch receptacle. The crimp termination means the installer selects the wire gauge and crimp tooling; the housing accepts the male pin contacts that are crimped onto the wire ends.