How many engage/disengage cycles are Delphi connections good for?
In general, Delphi components are validated to perform to specification after 10 engage/disengage cycles. Some components may have a slightly higher number of cycles specified in their individual design specifications. We need to know which component family, or families, the customer is referring to in order to be more specific. However, in actuality you probably wouldn’t see any degradation of the electrical interface of Delphi connection system components until beyond about 50 engage/disengage cycles (barring any physical damage). Some newer product families may have even higher engage/disengage cycle durability; these may primarily be designed specifically for the Commercial Vehicle market. In summary, most Delphi Connection Systems are not intended for applications that necessitate multiple numbers of engage/disengage. Please contact us to discuss your application for more information.
