The 8-968971-2 is an AMP MCP 2.8 connector housing component with secondary locking device designed for multi-position electrical connections. The housing is manufactured from PA66-GF13 (polyamide 66 with 13% glass fiber reinforcement) and is available in multiple position configurations ranging from 6 to 21 positions. The connector features mechanical coding with ribs (A-F) for keying and alignment, with pre-locked, intermediate (Vorraststellung), and final locking positions at 2.5 mm, 5.0 mm, and 1.5 mm respectively. Key dimensional specifications include a body length of 25.4 mm, width of 24 mm, and height of 30 mm, with a 30° angle feature and R16 radius. This connector housing is commonly used in automotive, industrial control, and telecommunications applications where secure, keyed connections with secondary locking mechanisms are required.