Bulgin Circular Connector, Cable Mount, Socket, IP68, Mini Buccaneer Series

Bulgin Mini Buccaneer Cable Shells

From the Bulgin Buccaneer family, a unique range of compact sealed connectors with snap fit inserts enabling a multi-pole connection. With an IP68 rating, the robust connectors are resistant to dust, oils and even salt water, perfect for harsh environments and marine applications.

The high-performance circular connectors may be compact in design but are still able to provide reliable power up to 250V at 10A. This makes them ideal for demanding heavy-duty industrial applications that requiring a small footprint.

The Mini Buccaneer connectors are easy to assemble, no special tooling is required. Simply select the style of housing required and the appropriate contact insert comfortably snaps into the shell. Connector inserts are available with pre-loaded screw terminals for 2, 3, 4 and 6 poles. For crimp or solder termination, empty snap-fit inserts are used along with additional separate contacts. For 3 or 8 poles only.

Features and Benefits

• Waterproof and dustproof to IP68 when mated
• EN60068-2-52 Test Kb Salt Mist (Cyclic) Marine Severity Level 1
• Constructed from tough UL94 V-0 materials
• Secure and Reliable Power
• Easy to assemble, no special tooling required, screw terminal types
• Positive locating keyways- preventing mismating
• Rapid twist lock threaded coupling mechanism
• Good resistance to vibration and shock
• Cable to panel or cable to cable – In-line mating

Applications

Due to their excellent environmental resistance properties, the Mini Buccaneer range of circular connectors is ideally suited for harsh environments that demand high-level protection. The circular power connectors are commonly found in

• Industrial automation
• Industrial pumps, motors, and fans
• Machine tools
• Emergency and portable lighting
• Transportation and traffic control
• Instrumentation
• Lifting equipment
• Marine navigation

Environment

The Buccaneer circular connectors have an IP68 ingress rating when mated. This means they are totally sealed from dust and are protected from powerful jets of water from all directions and even partial submersion.

FAQ

Q – How robust are the connectors?
A - The rugged connectors are made from high-grade UL94V rated engineering materials. They are robust and reliable.
Q - Are there any other accessories available?
A – Yes, separate screw-on dust caps are available for extra protection while the connector is not in use.
Dust cap 531-560 fits connector 531-510
Dust cap 531-554 fits connector 531-548
Q – What tooling is recommended?
A - Yes, a crimp tool and insertion tool can be purchased separately.
Crimp tool – 841-8761
Insertion tool - 531-576

Mini Buccaneer