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Connector supports data transmission in extreme environments
The Max-M12 family of connectors from Amphenol are backward-compatible and can be mated with any standard M12 connector with the same indexing .
Amphenol Industrial Operations has enhanced its Max-M12 product line to include an X coding , high-speed connector with support for 10Gb / s ( 1000M Ethernet with CAT6 cable ) data transmission and S coding for a safer connection with First Mate Last Break .
These new connectors are ideal for use in the rail and mass transit ( RMT ), heavy equipment vehicles , industrial automation and robotics markets .
Used on RMT door systems , on camera and communication systems , as well as on HVAC systems , the Max-M12 can easily transmit high speed data in environments where there is high vibration , moisture , salt , dirt and debris . It can also be used for off-road vehicles , ruggedized factory automation and robotics signal applications .
The Max-M12 family of connectors is based on IEC 61076-2-101 and SAE J2839 . They are backward compatible and can be mated with any standard M12 connector
THE MAX-M12 IS RATED TO 4A AND CAN ENDURE EXTREME TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM – 55˚C TO 125˚C . with the same indexing . The Max-M12 features several different mounting options , including front or back lock / flange and wire termination styles , including solder , crimp and printed circuit tails .
The Max-M12 is rated to 4A and can endure extreme temperatures ranging from – 55˚C to 125˚C . All Max-M12 connectors have an IP67 rating making them dust and waterproof . They are resistant to high pressure wash downs and water immersion . To ensure high performance in harsh environments , Amphenol has plating solutions designed to endure salt spray testing for up to 240 hours .
Amphenol ’ s Max-M12 connector inline mated pair can withstand 444 N of connector-to-cable retention forces and contact retention forces to 110 N . Housed in an HDM 12 EX impact resistant
The Max-M12 family of connectors from Amphenol
metal or plastic shell , the in-line mated pair is available as a 90˚ right angle or straight versions .
When shielding is required the Max-M12 metal version is available in multiple shell styles for a variety of interconnect requirements . Both the four-and five-pin configurations are available with A , B and D polarity codes . p
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