1-968654-1

The 1-968654-1 is a TE Connectivity automotive connector product. TE Connectivity is the world’s leading supplier of automotive connectors and interconnect solutions, with an unmatched product portfolio covering every area of vehicle electrical systems. From signal-level body electronics connectors to high-voltage electric vehicle power connectors, TE’s automotive connector families are trusted by every major vehicle OEM and Tier 1 supplier globally. TE’s automotive connectors are the result of decades of engineering innovation and field-proven reliability. Each product family is designed to meet specific application requirements — from compact 0.63mm tab MQS connectors for body electronics to heavy-duty AMP MCP connectors for powertrain applications, and from miniature sealed sensor connectors to high-current battery and motor connectors for EV applications. These connectors undergo rigorous qualification testing to ensure they meet USCAR, LV214, and OEM-specific performance requirements including temperature cycling, vibration, mechanical shock, salt spray, chemical resistance, and current cycling. With global manufacturing facilities and a commitment to long-term product availability, TE Connectivity continues to develop new connector technologies to support the automotive industry’s rapid evolution toward electrification, autonomous driving, and connected vehicles.

Automotive connectors function by providing a reliable mechanical and electrical interface between two wiring harness segments or between a harness and an electrical device. The connector system consists of two mating halves — a plug (male side) and a receptacle (female side) — each containing a precise arrangement of electrical contacts. When mated, the male contacts (tabs or pins) insert into the female contacts (receptacles or sockets), creating metal-to-metal electrical connections. The spring force of the female contact beams ensures consistent contact pressure that maintains low contact resistance throughout the product lifetime, even under vibration and thermal cycling conditions. The plastic housing serves as both an insulator between circuits and a mechanical structure that aligns, protects, and locks the mating halves. Key design features include polarization (to prevent mismating), locking latches (to prevent accidental disengagement), and in many cases Connector Position Assurance (CPA) devices that provide visual or tactile confirmation of full mating. Sealed connectors incorporate additional sealing elements — typically single wire seals at the wire entries and an interface seal between the mating halves — to prevent moisture and contaminant ingress, achieving IP67, IP68, or higher ingress protection ratings. The overall design ensures reliable electrical connections for tens of thousands of hours in the demanding automotive environment.

Note: The exact pin configuration, number of positions, and arrangement depend on the specific connector variant. For typical TE automotive connectors:

• Contact System: Male tab/pin and female receptacle contacts
• Common Contact Sizes: 0.5mm, 0.63mm, 1.0mm, 1.2mm, 1.5mm, 2.8mm
• Arrangements: Single row, dual row, or multi-row configurations
• Wire Ranges: 0.13mm² to 6mm² (26 AWG to 10 AWG)
• Keying: Multiple keying options prevent mismating

Please refer to the official TE Connectivity product documentation for part number 1-968654-1 to obtain precise pin assignments, contact specifications, dimensional data, and technical specifications.

• Body Electronics: Deployed in body control modules, door control units, window lift systems, mirror controls, central locking, and interior lighting systems
• Powertrain Systems: Used in engine control units, transmission control modules, sensor harnesses, and actuator connections for powertrain applications
• Safety Systems: Provides reliable connections for airbag systems, ABS/ESC modules, steering sensors, and other safety-critical vehicle systems
• Instrument Panels: Used throughout dashboard electronics including instrument clusters, HVAC controls, audio systems, display modules, and switch packs
• Lighting Systems: Connects headlight assemblies, taillights, DRLs, fog lights, and interior lighting to the vehicle wiring harness
• Chassis Systems: Deployed in chassis control modules, suspension systems, brake systems, and ride height sensor connections
• HVAC Systems: Used in climate control systems for blower motor, actuator, and sensor connections
• EV/HEV Low-Voltage Systems: Used in electric and hybrid vehicles for low-voltage control circuits in BMS, inverters, onboard chargers, and auxiliary systems