It uses a brass base material with a tin plating, making it a cost-effective choice for applications where high mating cycle counts are not a primary concern. This contact is typically specified in industrial control panels, automotive harnesses, and power distribution assemblies where a reliable, field-serviceable crimp connection is needed. The Multimate III+ series is known for its compatibility with a wide range of TE housings, including the CPC (Circular Plastic Connector) and D-subminiature connector families.
This contact is sized for 16-18 AWG stranded wire, a common range for signal and moderate power circuits in harness assemblies. For a one-time crimp-and-install into a housing, the tin finish is perfectly adequate; the limiting factor for cycle life is the tin's tendency to oxidize and increase contact resistance over repeated mates.