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Rugged M12 Power Connectors for Industrial Environments
LÜTZE introduces new M12 power connectors designed for reliable field wiring, offering durable construction, EMC protection, and faster installation for automation and machinery applications.
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Industrial automation, mechanical engineering, robotics, and distributed power systems increasingly rely on field-wired connectors that can withstand harsh operating conditions while ensuring stable power transmission. To address these requirements, LÜTZE has expanded its portfolio with a new series of rugged M12 circular power connectors intended for demanding industrial environments.
Durable Construction for Harsh Conditions
The connectors feature a nickel-plated brass housing designed to resist dust, moisture, and mechanical stress. Their IP65 protection rating and –40 °C to +85 °C operating temperature range make them suitable for outdoor installations, vibration-prone machinery, and equipment exposed to fluctuating temperatures. This robustness directly supports applications in plant engineering and automation systems where connectors remain in service for long periods under variable loads.
Field Wiring with Reduced Installation Time
A key aspect of this series is its push-in spring connection technology, which enables tool-free installation. By allowing ferruled and solid wires to be inserted without tools and providing color-coded tabs for stranded-wire termination, the system simplifies cable handling. According to LÜTZE, this mechanism can reduce assembly time by up to 30%, which is relevant for technicians working on large-scale control cabinets or machines with numerous connection points.
The installer-focused design also enhances usability, as tool-free termination minimizes the risk of overtightening, speeds up repetitive wiring tasks, and facilitates maintenance in confined or difficult-to-access areas.
Electrical Ratings and EMC Performance
The M12 Power connectors support conductor cross-sections up to 2.5 mm² and cable diameters up to 13 mm. This range is consistent with typical industrial power distribution needs in low-voltage machinery. Available versions include male and female straight connectors with L, T, K, and S coding. These coding options allow integration into systems requiring DC 63 V at 12–16 A or AC 690 V at 12–16 A.
For environments with electrical noise, the 360° shielding provides continuous EMC protection, helping to maintain signal and power integrity in densely wired automation systems where electromagnetic interference is common.
Application Context
These connectors are intended for automation, robotics, mechanical and plant engineering, and general industrial power distribution. Their combination of mechanical durability, EMC-compliant design, and reduced installation effort positions them as a practical option for technicians and engineers looking to upgrade or expand field-wired power interfaces without compromising reliability.
www.luetze.com
Durable Construction for Harsh Conditions
The connectors feature a nickel-plated brass housing designed to resist dust, moisture, and mechanical stress. Their IP65 protection rating and –40 °C to +85 °C operating temperature range make them suitable for outdoor installations, vibration-prone machinery, and equipment exposed to fluctuating temperatures. This robustness directly supports applications in plant engineering and automation systems where connectors remain in service for long periods under variable loads.
Field Wiring with Reduced Installation Time
A key aspect of this series is its push-in spring connection technology, which enables tool-free installation. By allowing ferruled and solid wires to be inserted without tools and providing color-coded tabs for stranded-wire termination, the system simplifies cable handling. According to LÜTZE, this mechanism can reduce assembly time by up to 30%, which is relevant for technicians working on large-scale control cabinets or machines with numerous connection points.
The installer-focused design also enhances usability, as tool-free termination minimizes the risk of overtightening, speeds up repetitive wiring tasks, and facilitates maintenance in confined or difficult-to-access areas.
Electrical Ratings and EMC Performance
The M12 Power connectors support conductor cross-sections up to 2.5 mm² and cable diameters up to 13 mm. This range is consistent with typical industrial power distribution needs in low-voltage machinery. Available versions include male and female straight connectors with L, T, K, and S coding. These coding options allow integration into systems requiring DC 63 V at 12–16 A or AC 690 V at 12–16 A.
For environments with electrical noise, the 360° shielding provides continuous EMC protection, helping to maintain signal and power integrity in densely wired automation systems where electromagnetic interference is common.
Application Context
These connectors are intended for automation, robotics, mechanical and plant engineering, and general industrial power distribution. Their combination of mechanical durability, EMC-compliant design, and reduced installation effort positions them as a practical option for technicians and engineers looking to upgrade or expand field-wired power interfaces without compromising reliability.
www.luetze.com
