Xmost M12 K-coded male front mount socket connects an external power cable to wiring inside an equipment enclosure. Its front fastened mounting arrangement suits panels designed for a front mount receptacle.
This M12 male power socket offers solder and crimp termination options to match different harness assembly processes. Choose an unwired version for customer termination or a pre-wired version with 0.3 m leads. Three contact configurations provide two, three or four circuit contacts plus PE.
Key Features
- K-coded male interface: For mating with a compatible M12 K-coded female connector.
- Front fastened installation: Panel mounting arrangement for a front mount socket.
- Solder or crimp termination: Separate versions for different wiring processes.
- Contact options with PE: 2+PE, 3+PE and 4+PE configurations.
- AC power ratings: Rated current of 16 A and rated voltage of 630 V.
- Unwired or pre-wired: A 0.3 m lead option is listed in the catalogue.
- Mounting thread selection: M12 × 1.0, PG9 and M16 × 1.5.
- Unshielded construction: As specified for this product series.
Product Dimensions
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Illustrated PG9 Version
| Drawing Item | Dimension / Specification |
|---|---|
| Mating thread | M12 × 1.0 |
| Panel mounting thread | PG9 |
| Upper wrench size | SW13.4 |
| Mounting nut wrench size | SW17.9 |
| Upper axial section shown | 9 |
| Middle axial section shown | 9 |
| Lower axial section shown | 2.5 |
| Lead length | L, according to ordered version |
| Unit | mm |
Use the panel cut-out corresponding to the ordered mounting thread. Other mounting versions must follow their applicable dimension drawings.
Needle Arrangement (Front View)
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The arrangement is shown from the mating face. Refer to the numbered contacts and PE position for the selected configuration before wiring.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Xmost |
| Product type | M12 K-coded male front mount socket |
| Mounting | Front fastened |
| Contact configurations | 3-pin (2+PE) / 4-pin (3+PE) / 5-pin (4+PE) |
| Termination options | Solder / crimp |
| Wiring options | Unwired / pre-wired leads |
| Standard listed | IEC 61076-2-111 |
| Rated current | 16 A |
| Rated voltage | 630 V |
| Insulation resistance | ≥100 MΩ |
| Contact resistance | ≤5 mΩ |
| Shielding | Unshielded |
| Coupling thread | M12 × 1.0 |
| Panel mounting thread options | M12 × 1.0 / PG9 / M16 × 1.5 |
| Recommended coupling torque | 0.4 N·m |
| Maximum coupling torque | 0.8 N·m |
| Wire size listed | 2.5 mm² / AWG14 |
| Temperature range, flexible use | −25°C to +80°C |
| Temperature range, static use | −40°C to +80°C |
| Protection ratings listed | IP67 / IP68 / IP69K |
| Pollution degree | 3 |
| Insulator materials listed | PA66+GF / TPU+GF |
Applications
This M12 K-coded front mount power connector can be selected for:
- AC power connections on industrial equipment panels.
- Machine enclosures requiring a power interface with PE.
- Automation assemblies using soldered or crimped internal harnesses.
- Equipment connected to compatible K-coded female power cables.
- Modular machinery designed for front fastened panel receptacles.
Select the contact configuration according to the circuit requirements and equipment installation design.
Wiring and Lead Options
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| Contact Position | 3-pin (2+PE) | 4-pin (3+PE) | 5-pin (4+PE) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pin 1 | Not used | Black 1 — BK1 | Black 1 — BK1 |
| Pin 2 | Black 2 — BK2 | Black 2 — BK2 | Black 2 — BK2 |
| Pin 3 | Black 3 — BK3 | Black 3 — BK3 | Black 3 — BK3 |
| Pin 4 | Not used | Not used | Black 4 — BK4 |
| Pin 5 / PE | Yellow/green — YE/GN | Yellow/green — YE/GN | Yellow/green — YE/GN |
The catalogue uses the Pin 5 row for the yellow/green PE lead. The 3-pin version uses contact positions 2, 3 and PE, as shown in the corresponding diagram.
Selection and Ordering
Specify the following when ordering:
- K-coded male, front mount.
- Contact configuration: 2+PE / 3+PE / 4+PE.
- Solder or crimp termination.
- Panel mounting thread: M12 × 1.0 / PG9 / M16 × 1.5.
- Unwired or 0.3 m pre-wired version.
- Any custom wire type or lead length.
