Crews Rewiring
Every 6 Months?
Something’s Wrong
During Summit Electric’s 6-vessel patrol boat retrofit, they tried Amphenol and TE connectors. But corrosion, tool dependency, and install delays made the job harder — not better.
They switched to the JOWO 8819 and haven’t looked back.
Corrosion and Downtime Keep Costing Fleets
A retrofit should improve your systems — not create a maintenance headache.
Summit was dealing with:
- Connectors corroding after 1–2 seasons at sea
- Limited access behind panels requiring special tools
- Long install time due to epoxy sealing or threaded locking
- Failures under vibration and salt spray
These are common issues on vessels that use standard connectors from even respected brands — particularly Amphenol PT Series or TE/Deutsch DT Series.
WHY THEY FALL SHORT
Some shipboard connectors weren’t built for repeated exposure or fast field repairs.
Amphenol PT / 62GB Series: Threaded military-style connectors with good electrical specs, but can corrode quickly on deck unless fully sealed; require multiple turns to secure and often need strain relief boots or potting.
TE Deutsch DT / HD10 / DTP Series: Popular on land-based vehicles and some marine gear; rugged plastic housing, but not certified for explosive zones or open-face submersion. Often require grease and rear sealing.
Generic Mil-Spec clones: Widely available, but lack consistent material standards or field-tested sealing. Almost always require epoxy or heat shrink sealing.
Choose Shipboard Connectors
That Match Marine Realities
If you’re fighting corrosion, you’re using the wrong connector.
For deck-mounted lighting, sensor cables, nav systems, or intercom wiring, ask:
✅ Is it IP68 rated with pressure-sealed construction?
✅ Can it be installed tool-free with push-pull locking?
✅ Built with corrosion-proof polymer — not just plated metal?
✅ Certified for ATEX/IECEx marine zones?
✅ Easy to re-terminate on the boat — without epoxy?
Download the Fleet Retrofit Connector Guide to benchmark performance, labor, and compliance.
JOWO 8819—
Engineered for Salt, Shock, and Speed
Summit Electric needed one connector for six patrol vessels — they found it in the 8819.
What made the JOWO 8819 stand out during installation?
- Push-pull locking: faster install, better vibration resistance
- 30-bar pressure sealing: survives 300m submersion
- Corrosion-proof body: polymer housing with elastomer seals
- No potting: saves hours per panel
ATEX/IECEx approved for
flammable zones and fuel compartments
“We were able to install and field terminate on deck — no epoxy, no mess. Everything just worked. That’s what you want during a retrofit.” – Lead Installer, Summit Electric
Retrofitting Just Got Easier
Used by Summit, Manning, Dolphin, and Chevron — not just tested, trusted.
✅ 6-vessel patrol fleet fully retrofitted
✅ Zero connector failures in 12+ months
✅ Replaced Amphenol PTs and Deutsch DTs
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Retrofits don’t have to be difficult —
If you spec the right connector.
The JOWO 8819 is a plug-and-play alternative to epoxy-sealed and tool-locked systems. With faster install, lower lifetime cost, and better corrosion performance, it’s built to serve fleets, not slow them down.
One connector for power, signal, and peace of mind.
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