What Is the Difference Between Wet Mate and Dry Mate Connectors?

## Quick Answer

Wet mate: underwater connection. Dry mate: surface connection only. Wet mate 2-3x cost but enables underwater operations.

## Wet Mate Connectors

– Oil-filled pressure compensation
– Can be mated at depth
– ROV tool changes, AUV docking
– 2-3x higher cost

## Dry Mate Connectors

– Standard O-ring sealing
– Must be mated dry
– Fixed installations, most ROV/AUV
– Cost-effective

## Selection Guide

| Need | Choose |
|——|——–|
| Underwater connection | Wet Mate |
| Fixed installation | Dry Mate |
| Budget conscious | Dry Mate |
| Frequent changes | Wet Mate |

## Contact

Email: technical@hysfsubsea.com