M12 5-Pin Stainless Steel Feedthrough Connector
The M12 5-Pin Stainless Steel Feedthrough Connector from Premier Cable is an industrial panel-mount connection solution designed to provide a detachable electrical interface through control cabinet walls, machine housings and equipment enclosures. Its M12 A-coded, 5-contact male-to-female configuration supports compatible industrial sensor and actuator cable connections.
This M12 A-coded panel feedthrough connector features a straight bulkhead design with a stainless steel housing, threaded mounting structure and sealing arrangement. It provides a compact interface between internal equipment wiring and external field devices without requiring a permanently attached cable tail.
Designed for industrial automation, packaging machinery, factory equipment and control cabinets, this connector is suitable for OEM applications requiring a serviceable panel connection. Final Premier Cable dimensions, electrical ratings and environmental performance are subject to approved drawings and product validation.
M12 A-Coded Male to Female Panel Connector
The M12 5-pin male to female bulkhead connector provides corresponding M12 connection interfaces on opposite sides of an equipment panel. The A-coded mating geometry is designed for compatible 5-pin M12 cable connectors used in industrial control and field-device applications.
The metal body, hexagonal mounting hardware and sealing components support a mechanically retained panel installation. The straight-through contact arrangement enables corresponding electrical circuits to pass across the enclosure boundary.
Before installation, verify the mating connector gender, A-coding, pin assignment, panel cutout, wall thickness and environmental requirements against the approved product drawing.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Reference |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Industrial M12 Panel Feedthrough Connector |
| Connector Standard | M12 × 1 |
| Coding | A-Coded |
| Number of Contacts | 5 Pins |
| Reference Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Connector A | M12 A-Coded Male |
| Connector B | M12 A-Coded Female |
| Mounting Method | Panel / Bulkhead Mount |
| Reference Protection Rating | IP65 / IP67 / IP69K, under specified conditions |
| Customization | Subject to Customer Drawing and Engineering Review |
Product Features
01. M12 A-Coded 5-Pin Interface
The five-contact A-coded connector geometry is designed for mating with compatible industrial sensor and actuator cables. Mechanical coding helps distinguish this interface from differently coded M12 connectors.
02. Stainless Steel Housing
The stainless steel reference construction provides a metal-bodied connection solution for industrial equipment. Material grade and corrosion resistance must be matched to the operating environment.
03. Male-to-Female Feedthrough Design
The M12 5-pin stainless steel bulkhead connector provides detachable mating interfaces on both sides of a panel, supporting organized machine wiring and service access.
04. Threaded Panel Mounting
The straight threaded body and mounting hardware are designed to secure the connector within a suitable enclosure cutout. Installation dimensions must follow the approved drawing.
Typical Applications
Industrial Control Cabinets
An M12 5-pin feedthrough connector for control cabinets provides a fixed connection point between internal control wiring and external sensors or actuators. The panel-mounted interface supports organized cabling, detachable field connections and convenient maintenance.
Factory Automation Equipment
The M12 A-coded bulkhead connector for industrial sensors can be integrated into automated production equipment to connect compatible field devices through machine housings. It supports modular equipment construction and serviceable electrical interfaces.
Food and Beverage Machinery
A stainless steel M12 panel connector for processing equipment can be considered where metal-bodied connections are required. Washdown suitability, sealing performance and resistance to cleaning chemicals must be verified for each application.
Compatibility and Installation Requirements
M12 A-Coded Connector Compatibility
Designed for compatible M12 A-coded 5-pin mating connectors. The male interface requires a matching female cable connector, while the female interface requires a matching male cable connector. Other M12 coding types are not directly interchangeable.
Sensor and Actuator Cable Compatibility
The connector can be used with suitable M12 sensor and actuator cable assemblies when contact assignment, voltage, current and equipment requirements match. Mechanical mating alone does not establish electrical compatibility.
Panel Cutout and Mounting Dimensions
Confirm the panel opening, wall thickness, thread dimensions, mounting nut, gasket position and installation clearance. The final panel geometry must be taken from the approved mechanical drawing rather than estimated from product images.
Ingress Protection and Sealing
Ingress protection depends on the correctly assembled connector, compatible mating parts, seals and enclosure installation. IP65, IP67 or IP69K performance must be validated on the actual Premier Cable configuration before being specified as a guaranteed rating.
Electrical Ratings and Pin Assignment
Confirm the contact numbering and electrical continuity against the approved wiring diagram. Reference total current must not be interpreted as an identical permissible current for every individual contact. Circuit loading and temperature rise require engineering verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an M12 5-pin feedthrough connector?
It is a panel-mounted electrical connector that provides mating interfaces on opposite sides of an equipment enclosure. It allows compatible cables to connect through the panel without a permanently attached cable tail.
Is this connector compatible with M12 A-coded cables?
Yes. The reference configuration uses M12 A-coded 5-pin male and female interfaces. The mating cable must have the correct coding, contact count, gender and electrical pin assignment.
Can it be used as an M12 sensor panel connector?
Yes, when the connected sensor or actuator uses a compatible M12 A-coded 5-pin interface and the electrical ratings and pin assignments meet the application requirements.
Is the stainless steel connector suitable for washdown environments?
Suitability depends on the stainless steel grade, sealing system, cleaning chemicals, operating temperature and verified ingress protection. The finished connector and installation must be evaluated for the intended washdown process.
Can an M12 A-coded connector be used for industrial Ethernet?
M12 A-coded connectors are commonly used for sensors, actuators and industrial control signals. Ethernet compatibility cannot be assumed from the M12 connector shape alone. Network applications require the appropriate coding, wiring and verified transmission performance.
Can Premier Cable manufacture customized panel connectors?
Premier Cable can review customer drawings, samples, connector specifications and project requirements to evaluate custom manufacturing options. Availability and performance depend on engineering approval.
What information is required for a quotation?
Please provide the connector configuration, mating interface, panel drawing, material requirements, electrical ratings, environmental conditions, expected order quantity and any applicable testing or certification requirements.
Contact Premier Cable
Looking for an M12 5-pin stainless steel feedthrough connector for industrial control cabinets, factory automation equipment or OEM machinery?
Send your mating connector details, panel mounting drawing, required electrical specifications, environmental conditions and estimated order quantity. Premier Cable can review your requirements and discuss a suitable industrial connectivity solution.
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