M12 connectors are circular connectors with a 12-mm locking thread used for sensors, actuators, Fieldbus and industrial Ethernet, primarily in factory automation applications. Often with ratings ofIP65, IP68 and IP69K, they are ideal for washdown and corrosive environments. They are available with 3, 4, 5, 8 and 12 pins. While higher pin counts are not planned, […]
Turck debuts new preassembled Meltric connector cable assemblies to improve safety in demanding environments
To improve worker safety in industrial environments, Turck, Minneapolis, introduces its new preassembled Meltric connector offering with arc protection. The products offer a complete cable assembly solution, saving labor and installation time and ensuring reliability. To protect against arcing, the Meltric series connectors feature spring-loaded demating technology inside an enclosed arc chamber, along with mating […]
Turck releases overmolded J1939 Deutsch connectivity solution
Turck has released an overmolded J1939 Deutsh connectivity solution. The fully assembled solution increases longevity and durability while reducing installation time. The newly designed offering provides an ideal solution for mobile equipment and oil and gas applications, where environmental factors such as shock, vibration, cold temperatures, moisture, and oils can affect performance. Thanks to its […]
How have miniature connectors evolved?
As systems and components become smaller and smaller while at the same time requiring greater efficiency and higher speeds, connector miniaturization has become the norm. And with industrial-grade connectors, maintaining reliability and power with compact designs is critical to safe, secure and long-lasting equipment. Meeting the needs of military and medical markets Industries driving this miniaturization […]
Turck introduces new M8 industrial Ethernet solution
To keep up with the continuously shrinking sizes of control devices, Turck, Plymouth, Minn., announces its first M8 industrial Ethernet connectivity solution, the smallest available to date. With the ability to transfer up to 100 Mbps of data, the new M8 connector is suitable for various industrial Ethernet protocols, including EtherCAT. It uses a shielded CAT 5e cable, with […]
Deutsch DT Connectors feature rugged design for mobile equipment use
To reduce installation time and increase reliability of Deutsch connectors, TURCK developed its new Deutsch DT series of overmolded connectors for the mobile equipment industry. The newly designed connectors ensure longevity in demanding environments where shock, vibration, cold temperature, moisture and oils can affect performance. Deutsch connectors are widely used in the heavy equipment sector, […]
Connector achieves 10 Gbps Ethernet transmission speed
With the ability to transfer up to 10 gigabits per second (Gbps) of data, TURCK’s new M12 X-Code connector increases throughput and efficiency in high-end systems and applications. The M12 X-Code connector offers superior signal strength for high-speed Ethernet data transfers, compared to traditional M12 connectors that support up to 10/100 megabits per second (Mbps) […]
TURCK Introduces powerfast for Process Automation
TURCK expands its powerfast line of connectivity products to include a full line of solutions for process automation applications. Designed to replace expensive, time-consuming hardwiring methods, powerfast for process automation provides a robust and reliable modular wiring solution. A full line of cordsets, receptacles, reducers, reducer tees and power lokfast devices provides users with the […]
The 6 biggest dangers of counterfeit connectors
Unlike buying counterfeit handbags or watches, purchasing counterfeit connectors can be extremely dangerous, to both the people using them and the machines they are connected to. If you don’t know what to look for, you may consider buying a fake connector. Here are the six biggest risks you are taking with your system when purchasing fake […]
Four tips to avoid counterfeit connectors
Consumers purchase counterfeit products everyday, such as handbags and watches. And while it doesn’t hurt the consumer, the biggest issue with counterfeit goods comes in the loss of intellectual property and money to the real designers. Not so with counterfeit connectors. While it may save the buyer money in the short term, purchasing counterfeit connectors […]
