In industrial automation safety gratings and light curtains, the selection of suitable connector specifications depends on the specific safety grating or light curtain device and the requirements of the application scenario. Generally speaking, for this type of safety equipment, common connector specifications such as M8 and M12 may be the most common choices.

For safety light grids and light curtains, connectors need to be waterproof, dustproof, and durable to ensure long-term stable operation in industrial environments. The specific suitable specifications depend on factors such as the installation location of the light grid or light curtain, communication requirements, working environment, and safety requirements.

Therefore, when selecting connector specifications, it is necessary to consider the electrical requirements, size restrictions, protection level, and environmental requirements of the safety grating or light curtain. The best specification selection should be based on the specifications and recommendations of the equipment manufacturer to ensure the interconnectivity and adaptability of the connector and the safety equipment, while meeting the requirements of the industrial environment and ensuring the stability and reliability of the safety grating and light curtain. Based on our past experience in cooperation with Turck and Ifm, M12 A Code 5 pin and 8 pin are more common.

Features

IP67/69K rating: Dust and water resistant

Cable: PVC (occasional movement) or PUR (movement and torsion) cable assemblies / shielded and unshielded versions

Code: A Code

M12 pin: 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 pin

M8 pin: 2, 3, 4, 6 pin

M8 and M12 single and double ended pre-injected cable assemblies

M8 and M12 field mount and panel mount connectors

Optional cable lengths: 0.5 m, 1 m, 1.5 m, 3 m, 5 m, 7 m, 10 m