Buy Deutsch DT Connectors in Australia
If you are looking to buy Deutsch DT connectors in Australia, 12Volt Motorsports stocks Deutsch DT connector kits for motorsport wiring, automotive wiring, lighting, relays, solenoids, sensors, off-road wiring and custom harness builds. We are based in Altona Meadows in Melbourne's western suburbs and ship Australia-wide.
Deutsch DT connectors are one of the most common sealed connector families used in performance automotive and motorsport wiring. They are larger than Deutsch DTM connectors and suit many general-purpose automotive circuits where a compact sealed connector is still required.
What Are Deutsch DT Connectors?
Deutsch DT connectors are sealed electrical connectors designed for harsh automotive, motorsport, off-road, marine, industrial and performance wiring applications. They use size 16 contacts and are commonly rated up to 13A per pin, depending on the terminal, wire size and application.
In motorsport wiring, DT connectors are commonly used for lighting, switches, solenoids, relays, medium-current sensors, removable harness sections, engine bay wiring, auxiliary wiring and general-purpose wiring circuits.
When Should I Use Deutsch DT Connectors?
Use Deutsch DT connectors when you need a sealed general-purpose connector for medium-current wiring. They are a good choice for many automotive and motorsport circuits where Deutsch DTM is too small but Deutsch DTP is not required.
DT connectors are commonly used where the circuit needs more current capacity or larger wire than DTM can comfortably support. For low-current ECU signal and sensor wiring, Deutsch DTM connectors may be a better choice. For higher-current circuits such as larger fuel pumps, thermofans or power feeds, Deutsch DTP connectors may be required.
Deutsch DT Connector Sizes
Deutsch DT connectors are available in common pin counts used for motorsport and automotive wiring harnesses. Choose the pin count based on the number of circuits required, the wire size, the current draw and whether you want spare pins for future expansion.
| DT Pin Count |
Common Use |
| 2 pin |
Lighting, solenoids, small motors, relays and simple two-wire circuits |
| 3 pin |
Three-wire sensors, pressure sensors, position sensors and actuator wiring |
| 4 pin |
Small branch connectors, lighting groups and auxiliary circuits |
| 6 pin |
Grouped wiring, relay outputs, small sub-harnesses and engine bay branches |
| 8 pin |
Grouped auxiliary wiring, lighting harnesses, switch wiring and medium branch connectors |
| 12 pin |
Larger sub-harnesses, grouped engine bay wiring and multi-circuit connectors |
What Should I Use With Deutsch DT Connectors?
Deutsch DT connectors are commonly used with Tefzel wire, Raychem DR25 heatshrink, Sumitomo W5DL adhesive heatshrink, Deutsch connectors, ECU plugs and pins and engine sensors when building professional motorsport wiring harnesses.
For a reliable DT connector assembly, the correct terminal size, wire size, crimp tool and sealing components matter. Poor crimping or incorrect wire sizing can cause voltage drop, heat, intermittent faults and long-term reliability issues.
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Need Advice?
Call us on 0458 102 134 or email 12voltmotorsports@gmail.com. We can help you choose the correct Deutsch DT connector kit, pin count, terminal type and related wiring materials for your harness build.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Deutsch DT connectors in Australia?
12Volt Motorsports stocks Deutsch DT connector kits in Australia. We are based in Melbourne and ship Deutsch DT connectors Australia-wide.
What are Deutsch DT connectors used for?
Deutsch DT connectors are used for general-purpose automotive wiring, lighting, relays, solenoids, medium-current sensors, auxiliary circuits, engine bay wiring and motorsport harness branches.
What is the current rating of Deutsch DT connectors?
Deutsch DT connectors are commonly rated up to 13A per pin, depending on the contact, wire size and application. Always check the circuit current and connector rating before choosing the connector series.
Are Deutsch DT connectors waterproof?
Deutsch DT connectors are sealed connectors designed for harsh environments. When assembled correctly with the correct terminals, seals and wedges, they provide strong protection against moisture, dirt and vibration.
Should I use Deutsch DT or DTM connectors?
Use Deutsch DTM connectors for compact low-current circuits such as ECU signals and sensors. Use Deutsch DT connectors for larger general-purpose automotive wiring where more current capacity or larger wire size is required.
Should I use Deutsch DT or DTP connectors?
Use Deutsch DT connectors for medium-current general-purpose circuits. Use Deutsch DTP connectors for higher-current circuits such as larger fuel pumps, thermofans and heavier power feeds where DT is not enough.
Do I need a special crimp tool for Deutsch DT connectors?
Yes. Deutsch DT contacts should be crimped with the correct tool for the terminal type. Correct crimping is important for reliability, current capacity and long-term serviceability.
Do you sell Deutsch DT connector kits?
Yes. 12Volt Motorsports stocks Deutsch DT connector kits including housings, wedges and terminals in common pin counts.
Do you ship Deutsch DT connectors Australia-wide?
Yes. We ship Deutsch DT connectors to Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin and everywhere in between.