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TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 5205730-1 — D-Sub Backshells & Hoods

TE AMPLIMITE HD-20 5205730-1 Backshell, 15 Position, 45/180°

MPN5205730-1
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TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 series hinged backshell, 15 position, shell size A, black plastic, 45° and 180° cable exit, includes assembly hardware and strain relief, bulk pack.

$5.8700Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 5205730-1 datasheet (PDF)
RoHSRoHS Compliant
SeriesAMPLIMITE HD-20
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

5205730-1 specifications
ParameterValue
SeriesAMPLIMITE HD-20
Cable typeRound
Accessory typeHinged Backshell
Cable exit45°, 180°
ColorBlack
MaterialPolypropylene (PP)
Primary materialPlastic
PackageBulk
HardwareAssembly Hardware, Strain Relief
ShieldingUnshielded
Positions15
Compatible D-Sub size15pos and HD26pos
Compatible shell sizeA

Product details

AMPLIMITE HD-20 Hinged Backshell for 15-Position D-Sub Connectors

The TE Connectivity AMPLIMITE HD-20 5205730-1 is a hinged backshell designed for 15-position D-subminiature connectors, shell size A. It accepts round cable and offers two cable exit orientations — 45° and 180° — giving the harness builder flexibility to route the cable bundle in the direction that best fits the enclosure. The black polypropylene (PP) body includes assembly hardware and a strain relief, so the backshell arrives as a complete kit, not a collection of loose parts.

Cable Exit Options and Compatibility

The backshell offers 45° and 180° cable exit. It is compatible with 15-position D-sub connectors and HD-26 position connectors that share shell size A.

Included Hardware and Strain Relief

Assembly hardware and a strain relief are included with the backshell. The strain relief clamps the round cable jacket, transferring pull forces from the termination to the backshell body rather than the solder or crimp connections inside the D-sub. The hardware — typically jack-screws or slide-locks — secures the backshell to the D-sub connector's threaded inserts. For a field-service technician replacing a cracked backshell, this means one order code covers the mechanical fix without sourcing separate hardware.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 5205730-1 to replace a broken D-sub backshell?

Yes, if the broken backshell is for a 15-position or HD-26 position D-sub connector with shell size A. The 5205730-1 is a hinged backshell with 45° and 180° cable exit options, and it includes assembly hardware and strain relief, so it can directly replace a damaged backshell on that footprint.

What is the difference between 45° and 180° backshells?

A 180° backshell routes the cable straight out the rear of the connector, which is the standard layout for straight cable runs. A 45° backshell angles the cable to one side, which helps fit the assembly into tight enclosures or clear adjacent connectors on a panel. The 5205730-1 offers both exit angles in a single hinged design.