The 97-18-12S is a solder-type insert arrangement for the Amphenol 97 Series of general-duty standard cylindrical connectors. It provides six size 16 socket contacts and has a Service Rating of 'A', which corresponds to an operating voltage of 700V AC (RMS) or 900V DC at sea level. As part of a 97 Series connector, it utilizes a threaded coupling mechanism and features a hard dielectric insert for durability. These connectors are widely used in industrial applications such as robotics, machine tools, and welding equipment, offering a field-proven and cost-effective interconnect solution.