Mencom M12 Molded Cable OverviewApril 12 2022
Most of Mencom’s M12 cables are jacketed in yellow PVC, with 22 AWG wire. Other cables can feature PUR (polyurethane) jacket material or 18 AWG wire. PVC stands for polyvinylchloride and has a wide operating temperature range of -40 F to 221 F. It is the less expensive option. PUR material has a narrower temperature range of -40 F to 176 F but is suited to withstand abrasions and chemical exposure. Armored M12 cordsets are also available, with stainless steel or covered stainless steel insulating the cable inside. The stainless steel is made to stand up to abrasions and is crush resistant. The covered stainless steel also makes the entire cable water tight. The Micro-DC M12 molded cables from Mencom also include male / female extension cables that have a female connector on one end and a male connector on the other. They are most commonly used mainly in factory automation for sensors and actuators, motors, and switches. However, they can be found in a number of applications. Other types of M12 connectors that work with these cables, such as hardwired connectors and receptacles, are also available. |