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Field wireable connectors and T-couplers are used to build custom patch cables, provide a quick-disconnect for a device, terminate field devices on an I/O block, or bring multiple sensor signals into one port. Axial, right-angle and T-connectors are available in a variety of sizes and terminal pole configurations.
Field Wireable Connectors and T-Couplers
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Field wireable Mini, M8 and M12 connectors and T-couplers
Applications
- Use to make custom patch cable lengths from existing cables or bulk wire
- Turn a prewired sensor into a quick disconnect
- Terminate field devices on an I/O block
- Use T Splitters with our ZIPport modules to bring multiple sensor signals into one port
Insulation Displacement Connection (IDC)
What is IDC?
Insulation Displacement Connection (IDC) allows the connection of devices without stripping individual conductors or using a screwdriver. AutomationDirect standard M12 cables (24AWG) will work with all models, just be aware of the conductor cable size for the IDC connector to fit correctly.
Field Wireable Connectors
- M8 and M12 connectors
- Male and female connectors
- Straight (axial connector) or right angle (90°) connection types
- 3, 4 and 5 pole versions
- Terminal connections via screw or Insulation Displacement (IDC) (IDC connectors allow quick termination without stripping conductors)
- IP67 rated once properly assembled
- Various cable gauges and diameters accepted
- New! ... 5-pole, 125V AC/DC, right-angle female M12 screw connectors available
- UL recognized: File E224242
Field wireable connectors start at
$7.50
M8 and M12 Field Wireable IDC Connectors Overview
ZIPport® Mini Field Wireable Connectors
- Size 1
- Polyamide body
- Copper alloy/gold plating contacts
- BUNA-N O-Ring
- Nickel-plated brass coupling nut
- PVC insert
- Temperature: -40°C to +90°C (-40°F to +194°F)
- IP67 protection when connected
- Approvals: UL File E328610
- Made in the USA
Mini connectors start at
$10.00
T-Coupler Connectors (T-Splitters)
- Molded T-couplers with polyurethane housings
- Standard M12 or M8 connections available
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4 models that allow splitting/merging of power and/or signals
- 3 models that split Male M12 to 2 Female M12
- 1 model that splits Male M12 to 2 Female M8 - 4 and 5 pole versions
- Uses include splitting power to multiple devices or bringing multiple device signals into a wiring block
- IP67 rated
- cULus Listed E325311
T-Coupler connectors are
$14.00
ZIPport® Mini T-Coupler
- Oil-resistant yellow PVC body
- Copper alloy/gold plating contacts
- Nickel-plated brass coupling nut
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +105°C (-40°F to +221°F)
- IP67 protection when connected
- Approvals: UL File E328610
- Made in the USA
Mini T-coupler connectors start at
$27.00
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