Weather Pack Connection Systems
Weather Pack is an environmentally sealed electrical
connection system designed to withstand exposure to
extreme temperatures and moisture. Terminals are tin
plated and have special core wings which allow crimp-only
connections, eliminating the need for solder. The
connector and cavity seals are triple-ribbed and made of
self-lubricating silicone. Cavity plugs are available to fill
unused cavities.
Specs & Info
Useful Info
Light Applications
Light Applications
From our current offerings, the below lights use Weather Pack two pin, or three pin connectors.
Baja Designs:
- S1 Pods
- S2 Pods
- Squadron Pods
- XL Pods
- S8 Lightbars
- OnX6 Lightbars
Features
Features
• Connector Position Assurance (CPA) available
• Secondary Lock (Cover)
• 20 amps continuous maximum current rating
• Sealed system
• Pin and sleeve configuration
• Dual-locking tangs on terminals
• Low energy, low voltage capability
• -40°C to 125°C temperature range
Performance Advantages
Performance Advantages
Weather Pack terminals utilize a flex-pin and lap-lock design
to alleviate the problem of stress relaxation. They also have
dual-locking tangs which lock into the connector cavity and
help prevent backing out. Terminal plugging requires no
orientation and positive indexing prevents mis-mating of
connectors. Because Weather Pack provides exceptional
sealing performance, it is extensively used in tough
applications including construction, off-road and farm
equipment.
Why are there slits on some of the individual towers on Weather Pack tower connectors?
Why are there slits on some of the individual towers on Weather Pack tower connectors?
The slits are called indexing slots and they prevent mis-mating. A Weather Pack tower connector will only fit the matching Weather Pack shroud connector.
Do I need a crimp tool made specifically for Weather Pack?
Do I need a crimp tool made specifically for Weather Pack?
Not necessarily. Many open barrel crimp tools can perform an acceptable Weather Pack wire crimp. A Weather Pack seal crimp can be made with common slip joint pliers. Note that the seal crimp should be just firm enough to hold the seal in place. A tight seal crimp can damage the seal. Professional tools made specifically for Weather Packs crimp both the terminal and the seal in one cycle.
Technical Specs
Sealed System Application Guidelines
Sealed System Application Guidelines
Cable Range (mm2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.35 – 3.0
Current Range (amps) . . . . . . . . . . . 0 – 20
Temperature Range (°C) . . . . . . . . -40 to 125
Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <10mΩ @ 50mV
Voltage Drop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <3.0mV/amp
Centerline Spacing (mm) . . . . . . . . 7.7
Blade Width . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . Pin and Sleeve
How do I choose the right size cable seal?
How do I choose the right size cable seal?
The choice of cable seal is determined by the insulation diameter of the wire being used. The guidelines offered below apply to Weather Pack and Sealed Metri-Pack 280 Series installations.
F or Type GPT and GXL wire, the red seal normally fits 22 gauge; the green seal normally fits 20, 18, and 16 gauge; the gray seal normally fits 14 gauge; and the blue seal normally fits 12 gauge.
For heavier wall Type SXL wire, the green seal normally fits 20 and 18 gauge; the gray seal normally fits 16 gauge; and the blue seal normally fits 14 and 12 gauge.
For thin-wall wire construction such as Type TXL, the red seal normally fits 20 gauge; the green seal normally fits 18, 16 and 14 gauge; the gray seal normally fits 12 gauge; and the blue seal normally fits 10 gauge.
The installer must be certain that the seal fits snugly over the wire insulation to maintain a proper environmental seal.
Why is Weather Pack available in 12-gauge if the maximum current rating is only 20 amps?
Why is Weather Pack available in 12-gauge if the maximum current rating is only 20 amps?
The 12-gauge Weather Pack terminals are designed for signal voltages where conductor reliability is critical. A larger conductor will provide a clearer signal than a smaller one. The 12-gauge Weather Pack terminals should not be used in high-current applications that would normally use 12-gauge wire.