Industrial M8 round connectors are a standard in today’s automation technology. However, applications in wet areas have been largely avoided due to the poor sealing. A further problem with conventional M8 round connectors is the lack of shock and vibration resistance.
The new ecolink M8 connectors from ifm electronic have a patented profiled sealing ring which fits against the inner surface and front of the device plug, providing an even contact pressure. As a result protection ratings IP67, IP68 and IP69K have for the first time been achieved with M8 connectors.
A metal ring with a saw tooth contour protects the coupling nut against unintended loosening due to shock and vibration. This has been 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.
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