Sumitomo 6918-1835 2-Way TPA Lock 040 HV / HVG / HX Series

The Component: Genuine Sumitomo Electric OEM 2-position Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) secondary lock retainer / Front holder plate for HV, HVG, and HX sealed series connector housings / Engineered for 040 (1.0mm) terminal system cavities / Precision molded snap-in locking profile / Molded from high-grade chemical- and heat-resistant PBT resin / Component Part Number: 6918-1835 / Alternate OEM Identifiers: 69181835 / Sumitomo 6918-1835 / TPA Retainer 2-Way 040 / HV HVG HX 2P Front Holder.

Applications & Fitment: Essential secondary locking wedge / TPA retainer designed specifically for Sumitomo 040 (1.0mm) HV, HVG, and HX sealed series 2-way female and male connector housings across Japanese OEM vehicle platforms (Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Honda, Mazda, Subaru). Plugs directly into the front face of the connector housing after terminal insertion to lock crimp terminals firmly in position, preventing contact back-out under severe engine vibration, high acceleration forces, and thermal stress. Essential for sensor, VVT solenoid, washer pump, and ambient temperature sensor sub-harnesses requiring full IP67 weatherproofing integrity (-40 to 125 degrees Celsius). Crucial replacement stock for auto-electricians, harness repair specialists, motorsport wiring technicians, and automotive trade distributors.

Technical Attributes:

- OEM Part Number: 6918-1835 / 69181835 (Manufacturer: Sumitomo Wiring Systems)

- Product Component Classification: Terminal Position Assurance (TPA) / Secondary Lock Front Holder

- Connector Family Series Compatibility: Sumitomo HV, HVG, and HX Sealed Series

- Total Circuit Position Count: 2-Way / 2-Cavity Lock Plate

- Compatible Terminal Blade Width: 1.00 mm (.040 Terminal System)

- Functional Purpose: Primary/Secondary Contact Retention Lock (Prevents Terminal Back-Out)

- Structural Material Base: Premium Glass-Reinforced Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)

- Color Profile: Factory Solid Natural / Light Gray

- Operating Temperature Limit: -40 to 125 degrees Celsius

- Commercial Procurement Status: Provided as individual loose TPA lock retainers. Connector housings, crimp socket contacts, and individual wire seals sold separately. Multi-tier trade volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.