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    Metric Circular Cord Adapters

    Image of Product. M8 Plug × M12 Socket. Front orientation. Metric Circular Cords. Metric Circular Cord Adapters, M8 Plug × M12 Socket.
    Image of Product. M12 Plug × M8 Socket. Front orientation. Metric Circular Cords. Metric Circular Cord Adapters, M12 Plug × M8 Socket.

    M8 Plug × M12 Socket

    M12 Plug × M8 Socket

    Bridge the gap when M8 and M12 connections meet. No need to change your hardware on either side.
    Cords
    Caps for Plugs
    Caps for Sockets
    Plug
    Socket
    Outer
    Jacket
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Each
    Each
    Each
    M8 Plug × M12 Socket
     
    Unshielded
    A
    		3A
    		5650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N15000000———06897K74000000
    A
    		3A
    		51650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N1600000———06897K7400000
    A
    		4A
    		5650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N1700000———06897K7400000
    A
    		4A
    		51650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N1800000———06897K7400000
     
    M12 Plug × M8 Socket
     
    Unshielded
    A
    		3A
    		3650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N11000006897K73000000———0
    A
    		3A
    		31650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N12000006897K7300000———0
    A
    		3A
    		4650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N13000006897K7300000———0
    A
    		3A
    		41650V AC/60V DC3Polyurethane Rubber
    		BlackIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		2453N14000006897K7300000———0
     

    M12 Connectors

    These connectors run the automated world, from robot arms and photoelectric sensors to PLCs, IO-Link devices, and Ethernet switches. The original metric circular connector, they continue to be the standard today. They screw together tightly to protect against contaminants and hold firm against high vibration. Each one has a coding that indicates a unique keyway, preventing mismated connection errors before they happen. The coding also tells you whether a connector can send power, control, or data. Some can send a combination of the three, reducing the need for multiple connectors.
    Plugs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Metric Circular Connectors. M12 Connectors, Plugs, Unshielded.

    Unshielded

    Plugs
    Caps
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Wire Connection
    Method
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Unshielded
    A
    		550V AC/50V DC4Insulation PiercingIP67
    		7209K140000006897K73000000
     
    Sockets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Metric Circular Connectors. M12 Connectors, Sockets, Unshielded.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Metric Circular Connectors. M12 Connectors, Sockets, Shielded.

    Unshielded

    Shielded

    Shielded—Shielding blocks electrical noise from motors, drives, and other equipment, preventing erratic readings, false triggers, and data errors that cause downtime. Use these connectors near high-interference sources or anywhere with shielded cable, such as fieldbus networks, sensors, and encoders.
    Sockets
    Caps
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Wire Connection
    Method
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Unshielded
    A
    		550V AC/50V DC4Insulation PiercingIP67
    		7209K150000006897K74000000
     
    Shielded
    A
    		450V AC/50V DC4Insulation PiercingIP65, IP67
    		4490N24000006897K7400000
     
    Adapters
    Image of Product. Adapter. Front orientation. Metric Circular Connectors. M12 Connectors, Adapters.

    Adapter

    Plug
    Socket
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    M12 Plug × M8 Socket
    A
    		3A
    		350V AC/60V DC4IP67
    		5490N111000000
    A
    		4A
    		450V AC/60V DC4IP67
    		5490N11200000
     

    M8 Connectors

    Use these compact connectors in spaces where M12 connectors won't fit. They're often used in crowded, high-vibration areas such as robot arms and IO-Link devices with many connections. They also fit on miniature proximity and photoelectric sensors.
    Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Metric Circular Connectors. M8 Connectors, Adapters.
    Plug
    Socket
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    M8 Plug × M12 Socket
    A
    		3A
    		350V AC/60V DC4IP67
    		5490N113000000
    A
    		4A
    		450V AC/60V DC4IP67
    		5490N11400000
     

    Metric Circular Cord Splitters

    Image of Product. Splitter. Front orientation. Metric Circular Cords. Metric Circular Cord Splitters.

    Splitter

    Use fewer cords to send and receive signals. With these splitters, you can connect two sensors, switches, or devices to a single cord or port in a distribution block or IO-Link device.
    Plug
    Socket
    Outer
    Jacket
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Each
    M8 Plug × Socket
     
    Unshielded
    A
    		3A
    		3150V AC/60V DC4PVC
    		YellowIP65, IP66K, IP67
    		4302N13000000
    A
    		4A
    		3150V AC/60V DC4PVC
    		YellowIP65, IP66K, IP67
    		4302N1100000
    A
    		4A
    		4150V AC/60V DC4PVC
    		YellowIP65, IP66K, IP67
    		4302N1200000
     

    Compact Build-Your-Own Latching Connectors

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Latching Connectors. Compact Build-Your-Own Latching Connectors.
    Build a connector that fits in tight spaces by combining male and female inserts and then pairing them with any base and hood of the same material. Use them to protect connections while maintaining access. The base and hood latch together securely, yet can be quickly detached for equipment repair or replacement. Once assembled, they’re rated NEMA 4X for protection against washdowns and NEMA 12 to resist oil/coolant dripping.
    Inserts with Screw-Terminal Wire Inlet Connection
    Image of Product. Male. Front orientation. Male. Compact Build-Your-Own Latching Connectors.
    Image of Product. Female. Front orientation. Female. Compact Build-Your-Own Latching Connectors.

    Male

    Female

    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insert
    Material
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
     
    Male
    650V AC/50V DC1018, 17, 16
    		0.83"0.83"0.91"-40 to 210Nylon
    		CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component
    		UL 94 V-0
    		7979K25000000
     
    Female
    650V AC/50V DC1018, 17, 16
    		0.83"0.83"0.84"-40 to 210Nylon
    		CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component
    		UL 94 V-0
    		7979K2600000
     
    Insert Sets with Screw-Terminal Wire Inlet Connection
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Latching Connectors. Compact Build-Your-Own Latching Connectors, Insert Sets, Screw-Terminal Wire Connection.
    Insert sets include one male plug and one female socket.
    No. of
    Poles
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    For Wire
    Ga.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Insert
    Material
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    650V AC/50V DC1018, 17, 16
    		0.83"0.83"-40 to 210Nylon
    		CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component
    		UL 94 V-0
    		7979K57000000
     

    Low-Voltage High-Temperature Lead Wire

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lead Wire. Low-Voltage High-Temperature Lead Wire.
    Rated to 50 volts AC/DC, this wire is often used in small electronics and robotics. It’s also known as hook-up wire.
    FEP Outer Jacket—Wire with FEP insulation is chemical resistant.
    Silicone Rubber Outer Jacket—Wire with silicone rubber insulation is ultra-flexible for use in applications that require tight turns. It also withstands moisture.
    Silver-Plated Copper Wire—Silver-plated wire is stronger and more corrosion resistant than bare wire.
    AWG
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    OD
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Wire Material
    Choose an Outer
    Jacket Color
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    Stranded Wire with FEP Outer Jacket
     
    50V AC/50V DC
    36
    		25/50
    		0.1 amp @ 86° F0.01"-235 to 390Silver-Plated CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9510T1000000000000000000
    29
    		51/46
    		0.5 amp @ 86° F0.02"-235 to 390Silver-Plated CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9510T2000000000000000
    26
    		66/44
    		1 amp @ 86° F0.02"-235 to 390Silver-Plated CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9510T3000000000000000
     
    Stranded Wire with Silicone Rubber Outer Jacket
     
    50V AC/50V DC
    36
    		25/50
    		0.1 amp @ 86° F0.02"-100 to 400CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9564T1000000000000000
    29
    		51/46
    		0.5 amp @ 86° F0.03"-100 to 400CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9564T2000000000000000
    26
    		66/44
    		1 amp @ 86° F0.04"-100 to 400CopperBlack, Green, Red, White9564T3000000000000000
     

    Sanitary M8 Cords

    Image of Product. M8 Plug × Wire Leads. Front orientation. Metric Circular Cords. Sanitary M8 Cords, M8 Plug × Wire Leads.
    Image of Product. M8 Socket × Wire Leads. Front orientation. Metric Circular Cords. Sanitary M8 Cords, M8 Socket × Wire Leads.

    M8 Plug × Wire Leads

    M8 Socket × Wire Leads

    Minimize bacteria and contaminants in food, pharmaceutical, and other sanitary environments. The smooth housing has few crevices where food or contaminants could get stuck, and the stainless steel connector stands up to most cleaners without rusting. Find these cords in crowded, high-vibration areas where M12 cords won't fit, such as robot arms, IO-link devices, and miniature proximity and photoelectric sensors.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Coding
    No. of
    Poles
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure Rating
    Each
    M8 Plug × Wire Leads
     
    Unshielded
    A
    		3650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N11000000
    A
    		31650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1200000
    A
    		4650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1300000
     
    M8 Socket × Wire Leads
     
    Unshielded
    A
    		3650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1400000
    A
    		31650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1500000
    A
    		4650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1600000
    A
    		41650V AC/60V DC3PVC
    		OrangeIP65, IP68, IP69K
    		3879N1700000
     
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