Data rates of 100 Mbit/s, power of up to 30 watts and almost a third less space than M12: The D-coded M8 circular connectors from Franz Binder GmbH & Co. Elektrische Bauelemente KG ensure the space- and cost-efficient connection of sensors and actuators via Ethernet in production plants, buildings or infrastructure facilities. The M8-D connectors are used in data communication to allow controllers and master computers or sensors and actuators to communicate with each other via protocols such as Ethernet/IP or Profinet.
The D-coding is characterized by a series of protrusions and indentations on the mating face of the connector. It thus ensures a secure and reliable connection between the connectors and facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the connectors. The four-pole connectors therefore enable the network connection of actuators and sensors of particularly small sizes with data rates of up to 100 Mbit/s. In addition to data communication, the hybrid M8 connectors in D-coding take on the task of power supply (Power-over-Ethernet-Plus, PoE+) for the connected devices and can also supply power to devices that require a higher output of up to 30 watts: Four symmetrically arranged with gold-plated brass contacts can be loaded with a rated voltage of 63 volts and a rated current of 4 amps. The connectors are designed for more than 100 mating cycles and can be used in a temperature range of -40 to plus 80 degrees Celsius in a stationary state. Equipped with a screw lock, the electromechanical connection meets the requirements of protection class IP67 when mated and locked.
The M8-D connectors are available with two connection types: with screw terminal connection and shielded molded cable connectors. In addition to straight plugs and sockets, shielded angled flange versions are also available.
If you would like to find out more about d-coding connection solutions, the Euroconnectors team will be happy to help.
