TE Connectivity Multimate VI stamped pin contact, 66579-7, gold-plated brass, crimp termination, 16-18 AWG, Tape & Reel.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Stamped |
| Series | Multimate VI |
| Wire gauge | 16-18 AWG |
| Contact material | Brass |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) Cut Tape (CT) |
| Pin or socket | Pin |
| Contact finish | Gold |
| Contact termination | Crimp |
| Contact finish thickness | 30.0µin (0.76µm) |
The contact is machined from brass with a gold finish — the 30.0µin (0.76µm) gold plating on the mating end supports repeated mating cycles and resists corrosion in environments where the connector may be field-serviced or exposed to humidity.
This contact accepts 16-18 AWG stranded wire. The stamped construction keeps the per-unit cost lower than a machined contact while still meeting the cycle life the gold plating provides.
Yes, the 66579-7 is specified for 16-18 AWG stranded wire. The crimp barrel is sized for that range, and the gold-plated brass contact handles the mechanical and electrical requirements of the Multimate VI system.