M8 connectors
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The new ecolink M8 connectors from ifm electronic set a new quality standard for use in demanding industrial applications. They achieve an IP 67, IP 68, and IP 69K rating for the first time with M8 connectors through a patented sealing ring that provides even contact pressure. A metal ring protects the coupling nut from unintended loosening during shock and vibration, proven through tests withstanding 750 g and 1 million cycles. The connectors are 100% compatible with standard M8 plugs and can be manually installed and tightened to guarantee a high protection rating and resistance to shock and vibration.
M8 connectors
- 1. Press release wpi 381 / 0310 Area: Connection technology M8 connectors for high demands Essen, 15 March 2010 ¨C The innovative connectors ecolink M8 from ifm electronic set a new quality standard for use in demanding applications. Industrial M8 round connectors are a standard in today's automation technology. Applications in wet areas however have been largely avoided so far due to the poor sealing. A further problem with conventional M8 round connectors is the lacking shock and vibration resistance. The new ecolink M8 connectors from ifm electronic have a patented profiled sealing ring which exactly fits against the inner surface and front of the device plug, providing an even contact pressure. So, the high protection rating IP 67, IP 68 and IP 69K is for the first time achieved with M8 connectors. A metal ring with saw tooth contour protects the coupling nut against unintended loosening in case of shock and vibration. This is proven in tests with 750 g and 1 million cycles. The connectors are 100% compatible and fit on all standardised M8 plugs. Installation is done manually. Manual tightening of the nut is sufficient to guarantee a high protection rating and a high shock and vibration resistance. Contact ifm electronic gmbh Friedrichstr. 1 45128 Essen www.ifm.com Tel.: 0201 / 24 22-0 wpi_381_screen.jpg Fax: 0201 / 24 22-1200 e-mail: info@ifm.com M8 connectors for high demands Simone Felderhoff Press Officer Tel. 0201 / 24 22-1411 simone.felderhoff@ifm.com Dipl.-Ing. Andreas Biniasch Technical Writing Text and images are available on our website at: www.ifm.com/gb/press Tel. 0201 / 24 22-1425 andreas.biniasch@ifm.com