AHD16-9-96S is a 9-position circular thermoplastic plug connector from the Amphenol Sine Systems AHD Series, designed for vehicle diagnostic and data communication applications. This connector features socket contacts with a contact size of 16, rated for 13A current capacity at 250V. The AHD Series offers environmentally-sealed, threaded options with silicone rubber seals for demanding applications, as well as smooth non-sealing options for controlled environments. It is commonly used in J1939 diagnostic applications for vehicle communication, providing a cost-effective and reliable alternative to standard 6 and 9 pin diagnostic connectors.