Xmost M12 A-coded female front mount socket provides a detachable connection between an external male cable connector and wiring inside a machine or control enclosure. It is intended for panels designed around a front fastened receptacle.
Choose the unwired M12 female solder socket to terminate wires during equipment assembly, or select the 0.3 m pre-wired version for routing to an internal terminal or harness connection.
Six contact counts support different wiring requirements. Select the required number of contacts, then check its current, voltage and wire size. These ratings vary by configuration, so one rating should not be applied to the entire series.
Key Features
- Six contact options: Choose 3, 4, 5, 8, 12 or 17 pins to match the equipment wiring.
- A-coded female interface: Connects to a compatible M12 A-coded male cable connector.
- Unwired or 0.3 m leads: Terminate your own wires or use supplied pre-wired leads.
- Solder termination: Supports connection to the internal equipment harness.
- Front fastened mounting: Select according to the panel installation drawing.
- PG9 or M16 × 1.5 mounting: Match the mounting thread to the panel opening.
- Configuration-specific ratings: Clear electrical ratings for each contact count.
- Unshielded construction: As specified for this catalogue version.
Product Dimensions
[Insert the front mount female socket drawing and panel cut-out drawing here.]
Illustrated PG9 Version — Dimensions in mm
| Item to Check | Drawing Value |
|---|---|
| Mating thread | M12 × 1.0 |
| Panel mounting thread | PG9 |
| Overall body length shown, excluding leads | 20 |
| Upper axial section shown | 7 |
| Middle axial section shown | 9 |
| Lower axial section shown | 2.5 |
| Upper wrench size | SW13.4 |
| Mounting nut wrench size | SW17.9 |
| Lead length | L; according to ordered version |
The mating thread connects to the external cable connector. The panel mounting thread secures the socket to the enclosure. Use the corresponding cut-out drawing for the selected mounting version.
Needle Arrangement (Front View)
[Insert the A-coded female contact arrangement screenshot showing 3, 4, 5, 8, 12 and 17 pins.]
The diagrams show the connector from the mating face. Match the selected contact count and numbered arrangement to the external male connector and equipment schematic.
The 3-pin version uses contact positions 1, 3 and 4.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product type | M12 A-coded female front mount socket |
| Mounting | Front fastened |
| Termination | Solder |
| Wiring options | Unwired / 0.3 m pre-wired leads |
| Standard listed | IEC 61076-2-101 |
| Shielding | Unshielded |
| Coupling thread | M12 × 1.0 |
| Panel mounting thread options | PG9 / M16 × 1.5 |
| Insulation resistance | ≥100 MΩ |
| Contact resistance | ≤5 mΩ |
| Recommended coupling torque | 0.4 N·m |
| Maximum coupling torque | 0.8 N·m |
| Temperature range, flexible use | −25°C to +80°C |
| Temperature range, static use | −40°C to +80°C |
| Protection ratings listed | IP67 / IP68 |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
| Insulator materials listed | PA66+GF / TPU+GF |
Electrical Ratings by Contact Count
| Contacts | Rated Current | Rated Voltage | Wire Size Listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 pins | 4 A | 250 V | 0.34 mm² / AWG22 |
| 4 pins | 4 A | 250 V | 0.34 mm² / AWG22 |
| 5 pins | 4 A | 60 V | 0.34 mm² / AWG22 |
| 8 pins | 2 A | 30 V | 0.25 mm² / AWG24 |
| 12 pins | 1.5 A | 30 V | 0.14 mm² / AWG26 |
| 17 pins | 1.5 A | 30 V | 0.14 mm² / AWG26 |
Applications
This M12 A-coded front mount female connector can be considered for:
- Sensor interfaces: Connecting external sensor cables to internal equipment circuits.
- Actuator connections: Providing a detachable panel interface within the selected electrical ratings.
- Automation control enclosures: Routing multiple conductors through one receptacle.
- Pre-wired machine assemblies: Connecting supplied socket leads to the internal harness.
Select the connector according to the circuit ratings, contact assignment and panel design.
Wiring and Lead Options
[Insert the complete wire colour and pin assignment table from page 2 here.]
Choose the unwired socket for solder termination during assembly or the 0.3 m pre-wired version for connection to the internal harness.
The 4-pin wiring assignment is:
| Contact | Wire Colour |
|---|---|
| Pin 1 | Brown — BN |
| Pin 2 | White — WH |
| Pin 3 | Blue — BU |
| Pin 4 | Black — BK |
For the 3-pin version, contacts 1, 3 and 4 use brown, blue and black wires respectively. Follow the corresponding catalogue column for other contact counts and the equipment schematic for circuit functions.
Selection and Ordering
| Selection Item | Available Choices |
|---|---|
| Contact count | 3 / 4 / 5 / 8 / 12 / 17 pins |
| Mounting style | Front mount |
| Panel mounting thread | PG9 / M16 × 1.5 |
| Termination | Solder |
| Wiring | Unwired / 0.3 m pre-wired |
| Custom requirements | Specify wire type or lead length |
Example enquiry: M12 A-coded female front mount socket, 4-pin, PG9 mounting, solder termination, 0.3 m pre-wired leads.
