Connectors & cables


make it ideal as a connectivity solution for the tough environment of the factory floor. The key to the M12 series is its screw locking system, using the 12mm metric thread that gives the connector its name. This threaded locking system creates a secure connection, and the cylindrical design is both compact and strong, making the M12 ideal for the tough conditions found in industrial applications. Many M12 connectors even offer protection against harsh environments and are sealed against moisture and chemical ingress.


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POPULAR AND VERSATILE The features of the M12 have made it a popular choice for designers of industrial automation equipment, who value the connector system’s versatility. The ability of the M12 to deliver power, data and signal has led to its adoption for a wide range of devices. However, the possibility of mating a connector carrying power to a delicate sensor or a network router creates the potential for dangerous situations. To minimise this risk, the M12 connector


employs features that will prevent incorrect employment. Each application uses a different combination of contact arrangements and


n the competitive world of industrial connectivity, the M12 connector is a highly popular solution. Part of the metric connector family which includes the smaller M5 and M8, the M12 has found a huge range of applications within industry and beyond.


The M12 delivers a range of features that


POWERING FORWARD!


M12 Power Connectors


By David Phillips, managing director of binder UK


10 September 2022 Instrumentation Monthly


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