

0462-203-08141 Size 8 Solid Nickel Crimp Socket Contact, 8-10 AWG, 60 A
A solid machined size 8 socket contact with nickel plating for size 8 cavities. Closed-entry mating end with a protected forked contact, inspection hole and a wire-entry chamfer on the crimp barrel. Rated 60 A maximum at 125 °C continuous for 8-10 AWG wire.
Who Is This Product For?
- Harness builders fitting size 8 cavities
- Anyone crimping 8-10 AWG wire for a 60 A sealed connection
- Repair shops replacing a damaged size 8 socket
Key Selling Points
- Solid machined socket, not stamped
- Nickel plating
- 8-10 AWG (5.0-8.0 mm²)
- 60 A maximum at 125 °C continuous
- 100 mating cycles
- Inspection hole in the crimp barrel
Typical Applications
- Size 8 connector cavities
- High-current automotive wiring
- Battery and power distribution wiring
Basic Specifications
- Contact type: Solid socket (machined), size 8
- Wire range: 8-10 AWG (5.0-8.0 mm²)
- Plating: Nickel
- Rated current (max, 125 °C continuous): 60 A
- Mating cycles: 100
- Recommended strip length: 0.430-0.492 in (10.92-12.50 mm)
- Minimum contact retention force: 35 lbs (156 N)
- Crimp tensile reference: 125-90 lbs (556-400 N)
- Contact material: Copper alloy



