The 962981-1 is a 2.5mm sealed socket contact designed for use in AMP sealed circular connectors. It accommodates wire sizes from 0.5 to 1.0 mm² (20–18 AWG) with an insulation diameter range of 1.2–2.1 mm (0.047–0.083 inches). The contact is tin plated and supplied as a loose piece, paired with wire seal 828920-1 to ensure environmental sealing in sealed connector assemblies. This contact is commonly used in sealed circular connector systems for aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications requiring reliable, moisture-resistant connections.