M8 connector series for industrial networks ...

The Interconnect Group of CUI Devices has launched a range of M8 circular connectors for industrial Ethernet and Profibus networks.

The CDM8 family offers a range of male or female jack versions with contact position options of 3, 4, 5, 6, or 8 pins. The M8 connectors are A coded to support 1 Gbit Ethernet or B coded for Profibus, while carrying IP67 ratings to deal with harsh environments found in industrial and factory automation applications.

The M8 circular connectors feature PC pin, crimped PC pin, or wire lead terminations and are housed in panel mount packages. They have thread pitches of M8 x 0.5, M8 x 0.75, M8 x 1.0, M10 x 0.75, and M11 x 1.0 with an operating temperature range from -25 to 80°C, voltage ratings of 30 or 60 Vac, and current ratings of 1.5 or 3 A. Additional coding options are available as custom configurations.

The CDM8 series are available immediately with prices starting at $4.56 per unit at 100 pieces through distribution.

Details of the CDM8 series