M12 A-Code Sensor & Actuator Cable Assembly — Molded Lines & Field Wireable Connectors
The definitive M12 series covering 3-pin, 4-pin, 5-pin, 8-pin, and 12-pin configurations for proximity switches, photoelectric sensors, and actuators — available as factory-molded cables or field-installable plugs.
Typical Applications
- Proximity sensor connections on automation cells
- Photoelectric switch cabling in packaging lines
- Solenoid valve actuator harnesses
- Sensor distribution boxes and splitter nodes
- Replacement sensor cables for European and Asian equipment
Configuration Options (PN Builder)
| Step |
Dimension |
Options (label = code) |
| 1 |
Series |
M12 A-Code = M12A |
| 2 |
Pins |
03 / 04 / 05 / 08 |
| 3 |
Type & Style |
Male Straight = MS / Female Right-Angle = FR / Field Wireable Plug = FW |
| 4 |
Housing/Jacket |
High-Flex = PUR / Standard = PVC / Metal Shell (field) = MET |
| 5 |
Length |
2m = 2M / 5m = 5M / NONE (field plug only) = NONE |
Example: M12A-04-FW-MET (4-pin, field wireable, metal shell)
Technical Data
| Mechanical and Electrical |
| Reference standard | IEC 61076-2-101 |
| Rated current | 4A |
| Rated voltage | 250V |
| Impulse voltage | 2500V |
| Contact resistance | ≤5mΩ |
| Insulation resistance | ≥100MΩ |
| EMC Shielding | Shielded |
| Locking system | M12 x 1.0mm screw |
| Tightening torque | Recommended: 0.4 Nm / Max: 0.8 Nm |
| Material |
| Male contact | Non |
| Female contact | Phosphor bronze |
| Contact plating | Au (Gold) |
| Insert | TPU+GF, Black |
| Overmold | TPU, Black |
| Screw nut | Brass, CNC |
| Screw nut plating | Nickel plated |
| O-ring | FKM |
| Cable |
| Cable style | UL20549 |
| Conductor material | Stranded Bare Copper |
| Conductor cross-section | 4C*22AWG |
| Wire colors | Brown, White, Blue, Black |
| Shielding | Non-woven + Braid |
| Sheath / insulation material | PUR, Black |
| Outer diameter | Ø5.2 ± 0.2mm |
| Bending radius (Static) | ≥7.5× outer Ø |
| Bending radius (Dynamic) | ≥10× outer Ø |
| Drag chain bending | 5 million |
| Cable length | 1000 +50/-10 mm (Excluding Connector) |
| Environmental |
| Rated temperature | Static: -40 ~ 80°C, Dynamic: -25 ~ 80°C |
| Protection degree | IP67 |
| Environmental Compliance | ROHS |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
RFQ Fields
- Pin count and gender
- Cable length and jacket type
- Application (sensor type / valve / other)
- Quantity
FAQ
- Q: What's the difference between molded cable and field wireable? A: Molded cables come pre-assembled with fixed length — plug-and-play. Field wireable plugs let you terminate on-site using crimp contacts for exact-length runs.
- Q: Which pins do I need for my sensor? A: Most 3-wire DC sensors use 3-pin (power/signal/shield). 4-pin adds a second signal or auxiliary contact. Check your sensor datasheet before selecting.
- Q: Do you offer right-angle versions? A: Yes — select orientation
RA or FR in your configuration. Note that right-angle may affect mating clearance in tight panels.
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