M12

The M12 connector is a circular waterproof connector with a 12-mm thread that is used in factory automation applications for actuators, sensors, industrial ethernet, and Fieldbus.

Techni Cables connectors have IP68 rating, our connectors are designed for washdown and corrosive environments. Techni Cable has A, D, T and X code connectors available in various pin outs. Four, five and eight way male and female are our most common, with other combinations available on request.

The M12 family can be found in many applications such as factory automation, measurement and control, communications, food and beverage, transportation, agriculture, robotics and alternative energy.

When it comes to specific applications, users must select the right pin count. For sensors and power applications, 3 and 4 pins are required. Profinet and Ethernet use 4 and 8 pin counts. And Fieldbus, CANbus and DeviceNet primarily use 4 and 5 pin counts.

Several styles of coding exist in M12 connectors. This coding prevents incorrect mating of connectors. In addition, shielding is available in most coded M12 connectors. For example, X-coded connectors are specifically shielded by the design of their coding.

Common types of coding include:

•  A-coded for sensors, DC power and 1 Gbit Ethernet
• B-coded for Profibus
• D-coded for 100 Mbit Ethernet
• X-coded for 10 Gbit Ethernet
• T-coded for DC power