Application Specification
M12 Cable Assemblies and
Circular Series Connectors (CSC)
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NOTE
All numerical values are in metric units [with U.S. customary units in brackets]. Dimensions are in millimeters. Unless
otherwise specified, dimensions have a tolerance of ±0.13 and angles have a tolerance of ±2°. Figures and illustrations are
for identification only and are not drawn to scale.
1. INTRODUCTION
This specification covers the requirements for application M12 cable assemblies and CSCs for printed circuit
(pc) board and panel mounting applications. The cable assembly and connectors are designed for use in
industrial equipment and control, signal, and electrical appliances. The plugged cable assembly and
connectors have an ingress protection rating of IP67.
The connectors are available as field installable with screw termination and panel mount available with wires or
solder type through-hole pc board mount contacts. The connectors consist of a female (receptacle) and a male
(plug) and are available in unshielded or shielded and straight or angled. The cable assembly is available in
single ended and double ended with straight and angle connectors.
When corresponding with personnel, use the terminology provided in this specification to facilitate inquiries for
information. Basic terms and features of this product are provided in Figure 1.
M12 Front Panel Mount
Straight Connectors with Wires
Male
Female
M12 Panel Mount
PC Board Mount Straight Connectors
Male
M12 X code Cable
Assembly
Female
Figure 1
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2. REFERENCE MATERIAL
2.1. Revision Summary
Initial release of application specification
2.2. Customer Assistance
Reference Product Base Part Numbers
T411XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 field installable connector) and
T413XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 panel mount sold type connector) and
T414XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 panel mount PCB solder type connector) and
T417XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 panel mount connector with wire) and
T415XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 cable assembly, un-shielded type) and
T416XXXXXXX-XXX (M12 cable assembly, shielded type)
TAAXXXXXXXX-XXX,TABXXXXXXXX-XXX (M12 cable assembly for field bus applications)
TADXXXXXXXX-XXX (M12 cable assembly industrial ethernet applications)
Use of these numbers will identify the product line and help you to obtain product and tooling information. Such
information can be obtained through a local Representative, by visiting our website at www.te.com, or by calling
PRODUCT INFORMATION or the TOOLING ASSISTANCE CENTER at the numbers at the bottom of page 1.
2.3. Drawings
Customer Drawings for product part numbers are available from the service network. If there is a conflict
between the information contained in the Customer Drawings and this specification or with any other technical
documentation supplied, the information contained in the Customer Drawings takes priority.
2.4. Specifications
Product Specification 108-106140 provides product performance and test requirements.
2.5. Instructional Material
Instruction Sheets (408-series) provide product assembly instructions.
2.6. Standards and Publications
Standards and publications developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) provide industry
test and performance requirements. Standards available that pertain to this product are:
IEC 61076-2-101, “Connectors for Electronic Equipment—Product Requirements—Part 2-101: Circular
Connectors—Detail Specification for M12 Connectors with Screw Locking”
IEC 61076-2-104, “Connectors for Electronic Equipment—Product Requirements—Part 2-104: Circular
Connectors—Detail Specification for Circular Connectors with M8 Screw Locking or Snap Locking”
IEC 61076-2-109, “Connectors for Electronic Equipment—Product Requirements—Part 2-109: Circular
Connectors—Detail Specification for Connectors with M12*1 Screw Locking for Data Transmission
Frequencies Up to 500 MHz”
IEC 61076-2-111
2.7. Manuals
Manual 402-40 can be used as a guide to soldering. This manual provides information on various flux types
and characteristics with the commercial designation, flux removal procedures, and a guide for information on
soldering problems.
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3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1. Storage
A. Ultraviolet Light
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light may deteriorate the chemical composition used in the product
material.
B. Shelf Life
The product should remain in the shipping containers until ready for use to prevent deformation to
components. The product should be used on a first in, first out basis to avoid storage contamination that
could adversely affect performance.
C. Chemical Exposure
Do not store product near any chemical listed below as they may cause stress corrosion cracking in the
material.
Alkalies
Amines
Ammonia
Carbonates
Citrates
Nitrites
Phosphates Citrates
Sulfur Nitrites
Sulfur Compounds
Tartrates
3.2. Operating Temperature
The cable assemblies and connectors must be used within the operating temperature given on the customer
drawing for the specific connector.
3.3. Cable Selection
The connectors accept cable having the requirements given on the specific connector customer drawing.
In this specification, when the connector assembly procedure depends on the cable shield outer diameter, that
diameter is included in the assembly requirements of Paragraph 3.4.
3.4. M12 Cable Preparation and Connector Assembly
A. M12 Field Installable Connectors (T411)
These connectors must meet the cable preparation and connector assembly requirements given in
Error! Reference source not found. and Figure 3.
B. Cable Assembly (T415/6,TAA,TAB,TAD)
Cable assembly have code indicator for easily assembly as shown in customer drawing.
The cable of the cable assembly must remain perpendicular to the connector and avoid an excessively
sharp bend radius and loading. The minimum bend radius of a cable is ±10°.
Must not unlock and un-screw the male(plug) nut rudly, which will be get stuck due to special
structure design.
Tips: At the same time of un-screw, a bit pull out force will help unlock easily.
Un-screw
Pull-out
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M12 Field Installable Connector
Unshielded Cable
3-12-Position Connectors
Straight Connector
DIMENSION A
TERMINATION
1.
Connector components install on cable
2.
Cable jacket should be stripped as shown
3.
For 3-8-position, install wire to correct insert position
(wire plug should be preferred to crimp on the wire)
4.
Turn the M2.5 screw with suitable tool, torque to
0.2Nm [1.77 in.-lb.]
For 12-position, sold the wire
SCREW
SOLDER
5
3.5
5.
Install straight housing
6.
Install seal, pinch ring, pressing screw
7.
Pressing screw should be tightened with torque
recommended as 1 Nm [8.85 in.-lb.]
8.
Cable outlet: PG7 (cable feed: 4-6mm)
Unshielded Cable
3-12-Position Connectors
Right Angle Connector
PG9 (cable feed: 6-8mm)
1.
2.
3.
4.
Connector components install on cable
Cable jacket should be stripped as shown.
For 3-8-position, install wire to correct insert position
(wire plug should be preferred to crimp on the wire)
Turn the M2.5 screw with suitable tool, torque to
0.2Nm [1.77 in.-lb.]
For 12-position, sold the wire
5.
Install straight housing
6.
Install seal, pinch ring, pressing screw
7.
Pressing screw should be tightened with torque
recommended as 1 Nm [8.85 in.-lb.]
8.
Cable outlet: PG7 (cable feed: 4-6mm)
PG9 (cable feed: 6-8mm)
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Figure 2 (End)
M12 Field Installable Connector Shield type
1. Connector components must be
installed on cable.
2. Cable jacket must be stripped.
3. Housing, shielding ring, sealing ring,
and pinch ring must be installed over
individual wires and onto cable.
4. Pressing screw must be tightened:
torque of 1 Nm [8.85 in.-lb]
5. For right-angle connector, locking
screw must be tightened.
6. Cable outlet:
PG7 (cable feed: 4-6mm)
PG9 (cable feed: 6-8mm)
Straight
Right angle
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Figure 3 (End)
3.5. Panel
A. Recommended Thickness and Cutout refer to customer drawing
The panel thickness shall be 2.5mm-4.0mm for female rear panel mount, other types 2.5mm. The
recommended panel cutouts are given in Figure 4.
Recommended Panel Cutout for M12 Connectors
With Bore Hole
With Screw Hole
DIMENSION
A
B
C
A
B
C
PG 9
15.4
16.2
PG 9
M16*1.5
16.1
17
M16*1.5
M20*1.5
20.1
21
M20*1.5
145°
13.6
Figure 4
B. There are two rotational orientations for mounting the connector to the panel: top/bottom and left/right.
This orientation must be chosen before creating the cutout in the panel. Figure 4
C. Mounting
The connector is designed to be front or rear panel mounted. The mounted connector must meet the
following requirements:
— the flat of the connector must be aligned with the flat edge cut in the panel
— the O-ring must be between the flange and the panel, beside the panel chamfer side
— the gasket must be flat against the panel
— the panel nut must be flat against the panel and tight to the torque given in Figure 5
SCREW TYPE
TORQUE (Nm [lb-ft])
Metal Housing
M12*1, PG9，M16*1.5,
M20*1.5
1.0 [0.74]
Figure 5
3.6. Mating and Un-mating
DANGER
To avoid personal injury, these connectors and cable assemblies must not be mated or unmated under live conditions
(electrical load).
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The recommended torque for mating the connectors is:
M12 connectors: 0.6 Nm [0.44 lb-ft]
3.7. Replacement and Repair
These cable assemblies and connectors are not repairable. Damaged or defective components must not be
used. Connectors must not be re-used by removing the cable.
Fitting and servicing should only be performed by qualified personnel in accordance with all guidelines and
standards.
4. QUALIFICATION
M12 cable assemblies are recognized by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL)
5. TOOLING
No tooling is required for assembly of M12 cable assemblies and CSC.
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