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Circular Series 16 Pin Underwater Connector -- Inline Bulkhead Male Female | IP68 | 7000m | SubConn Compatible

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Circular Series 16 Pin Underwater Connector -- Inline Bulkhead Male Female | IP68 | 7000m | SubConn Compatible

Shanghai Kabel Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd Circular Series 16-pin inline and bulkhead underwater connectors. IP68, 7000m, 8A per contact. SubConn Circular 16-contact compatible.

Product introduction

Circular Series 16-Pin Underwater Connector -- Inline and Bulkhead

The 16-contact Circular Series from Shanghai Kabel Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd is the highest-density standard configuration in the Circular platform -- 16 contacts in a single pressure housing penetration, rated to 7,000 m depth and IP68. COBH16 bulkhead and COIL16 inline connectors are derated to 8 A per contact to manage thermal load, and are fully interchangeable with SubConn Circular 16-contact connectors.

Specifications

Parameter Value
Contact count 16
Available models COBH16M, COBH16F, COIL16M, COIL16F
Depth rating 7,000 m
IP rating IP68
Voltage 600 V AC/DC
Current per contact 8 A (derated)
Shell Anodized aluminium / Titanium option
Insulator PEEK
Compatibility SubConn Circular 16-contact COBH/COIL

Applications

  • ROV main tether breakout connector (all vehicle signals in one penetration)
  • Subsea control module with full signal and auxiliary power bus
  • AUV vehicle-wide communications and power distribution backplane
  • Offshore subsea sensor network hub connector

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the 16-pin derated to 8 A versus 15 A for the 6-pin?

More contacts in the same shell diameter reduce the thermal mass available per contact. Derating ensures the connector stays within its IEC thermal operating limits at full simultaneous load. For circuits requiring more than 8 A, route them through a lower-count dedicated power connector used alongside the 16-pin.

Is COBH16 a direct drop-in for SubConn COBH16F?

Yes. Identical flange, thread, and contact geometry to SubConn Circular 16-contact -- retrofit existing equipment without any panel modification.


Applications

  • ROV power and signal distribution systems requiring mixed-contact configurations
  • Subsea control systems, offshore platform equipment and underwater instrumentation
  • Marine renewable energy, oceanographic research and environmental monitoring
  • Naval defense systems, sonar arrays and underwater communication networks
  • Diving systems, underwater tools and remotely operated equipment connectivity

Customization Options

  • Customised harness cables with direct moulding to selected polyurethane cables
  • Customer-specified cable types, wire lead lengths and bulkhead thread dimensions
  • Pressure-proof dummy connectors, locking sleeves and additional accessories
  • Certified pressure testing to specific ocean depths with full documentation
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