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M12 A-coded

The most common general-purpose M12 coding for sensors, actuators and some communications.

IN ONE SENTENCE

Its keying helps prevent connection to differently coded M12 systems.

In normal English

A-coded connectors are widely used for 24 VDC sensors, switches and IO-Link devices, with several pin-count options.

Why would I use it?

Use it for general sensor/actuator connections where the device specifies A-coding.

THINK OF IT LIKE…

The everyday M12 layout for field devices.

Related terms

M12, IO-Link, sensor cable

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