M12 Female Socket A Code Straight Solder Back Fastened Connector

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M12 panel receptacle is a versatile and robust connector designed for industrial applications. It offers dust and water resistance, easy panel mounting, and supports various coding and pin configurations for diverse data and power needs. Despite its compact design, it ensures stable, reliable connections, making it ideal for critical applications such as automation systems and sensor networks.

M12 Panel Receptacle series provides two kinds of mount choice: PCB Mount & Solder, and have three features of mount: Front Mount, Back Mount, 4 Hole Flange. According to IEC 61076-2-101/104 standard, complying with IP67 protection level.

M12 Panel Receptacle Features

Connector Key

M12 connector keys include A, B, C, D, X, K, L, S, and T. Among these, sensors and actuators commonly use A coding. Ethernet communications employ D and X coding. Power supplies utilize C, K, S, and T coding. Field effect bus applications take advantage of B coding. Lastly, L coding is specifically designed for device power supplies with single wiring. Each code supports different pin configurations to meet a variety of data and power requirements.

PCB Type and Solder Type

Solder type M12 connectors offer excellent durability and solder connections. Ideal for harsh environments. On the other hand, PCB type M12 connectors are simple to install and easy to maintain. They provide users with an efficient and convenient solution, especially for applications that require quick and easy operation.

M12 Panel Receptacle Application

Solutions include a wide range of connectors, such as sockets, cable assemblies and IO boxes, and provide users with interfaces to support higher bandwidth requirements up to 10Gb/s.

M12 application

FAQ

The M12 connector is a circular connector with a 12 mm locking thread. Suitable for factory automation applications, actuators, sensors, industrial Ethernet and fieldbus, etc. M12 connectors are also useful in flushing and corroding environments. They are available with 3, 4, 5, 8, and 12 pins.

M8 connectors, with an 8-mm circular coupler, are specifically used in industrial automated systems, typically linking sensors, actuators, and switches. M8 connectors can be used for similar applications as M12, but have a smaller footprint incorporating an 8mm threaded head.

For data applications, there are five main types of M12 connectors with key positions A, B, C, D or X. These connectors are available with 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, or 17 pins. Depending on the number of signals, type of signals, type of interface involved in the connection, and the connector code.

The M12 name comes from the metric thread on the coupling nut and mating socket of most connectors. They are basically 12 mm diameter fasteners with an M12 thread.

Product Type

Connector Type

Socket
Orientation

Straight
Number of Positions

2 Pin, 3 Pin, 4 Pin, 5 Pin, 6 Pin, 8 Pin, 12 Pin, 17 Pin
Mounting Type

Panel Mount
Mounting Feature

Back Fastened
Shielding

Unshielded
Shell Size

Shell Material

Copper Alloy
Shell Finish

Zinc Plating
Insulation Material

PA66
Fastening Type

Threaded
Connector Type

Socket

 Orientation

Straight
Number of Positions

2 Pin, 3 Pin, 4 Pin, 5 Pin, 6 Pin, 8 Pin, 12 Pin, 17 Pin

 Mounting Type

Panel Mount
Mounting Feature

Back Fastened

 Shielding

Unshielded
Shell Size

Shell Material

Copper Alloy
Shell Finish

Zinc Plating

 Insulation Material

PA66
Fastening Type

Threaded

Contact Type

Contact Type

Contact Termination

Solder
Contact Material

Copper Alloy
Contact Finish

Gold Plating
Contact Type

Contact Termination

Solder
Contact Material

Copper Alloy

 Contact Finish

Gold Plating

Basic Attributes

Key

A, B, C, D, K, L, S, T
Key

A, B, C, D, K, L, S, T

Electrical Characteristics

Rated Current

2A, 4A
Rated Voltage

250V for 3/4 Pin, 30V for 8/12/17 Pin, 60V for 5 Pin
Rated Current

2A, 4A

 Rated Voltage

250V for 3/4 Pin, 30V for 8/12/17 Pin, 60V for 5 Pin

Mechanical Characteristics

Mechanical Operation

＞500 Mating Cycles
Mechanical Operation

＞500 Mating Cycles

Environmental Characteristics

Operating Temperature

-25°C ~ + 85°C
Ingress Protection

IP67, IP68
Operating Temperature

-25°C ~ + 85°C

 Ingress Protection

IP67, IP68
Connector Type

Socket
Contact Type

Orientation

Straight
Key

A, B, C, D, K, L, S, T
Number of Positions

2 Pin, 3 Pin, 4 Pin, 5 Pin, 6 Pin, 8 Pin, 12 Pin, 17 Pin
Contact Termination

Solder
Mounting Type

Panel Mount
Mounting Feature

Back Fastened
Shielding

Unshielded
Shell Size

Shell Material

Copper Alloy
Shell Finish

Zinc Plating
Insulation Material

PA66
Contact Material

Copper Alloy
Contact Finish

Gold Plating
Fastening Type

Threaded
Rated Current

2A, 4A
Rated Voltage

250V for 3/4 Pin, 30V for 8/12/17 Pin, 60V for 5 Pin
Mechanical Operation

＞500 Mating Cycles
Operating Temperature

-25°C ~ + 85°C
Ingress Protection

IP67, IP68

Part Number

M12 A 4 P M M S R XXX XX
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1. Connector Series : M12

2. Coding : A B C D X S T K L code

3. Number of Positions : 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 17 Pin

4. Connector Type

  • P--Plug     S--Socket     T--T Type Adapter     Y--Y Type Adapter

5. Contact Type

  • M--Male    F--Female

6. Connector Type

  • M--Molding Type
  • A--Assembly Type(Screw)
  • B--Assembly (Solder)
  • D--Solder Type
  • P--Through Hole 180°
  • R--Angled through Hole 90°
  • C--Cap

7. Shielding

  • S--Shield    N-Unshield

8. Shell Feature

  • S--Straight (For Molding and Assembly)
  • R--Right Angle (For Molding and Assembly)
  • F--Front nut Fastening
  • R--Rear nut Fastening
  • H--Flange

9. Serial Number

If connector style A or B, 001: Without Cable(connector style A/B) If connector style D, P or R, 001: M12 *0.5 002: M16 *1.5

M12 Male Pinout Drawing

M12 Female Pinout Drawing

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