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Field Device Connectors (FDC)

Field Device Connectors (FDC) are the essential interface between field-mounted instrumentation and the control system cabling, typically found in harsh industrial environments. These connectors, often referred to as M8, M12, or 7/8" connectors depending on the thread size, provide a standardized, quick-connect solution for sensors, actuators, a...

Field Device Connectors (FDC) are the essential interface between field-mounted instrumentation and the control system cabling, typically found in harsh industrial environments. These connectors, often referred to as M8, M12, or 7/8" connectors depending on the thread size, provide a standardized, quick-connect solution for sensors, actuators, and other field devices. They are designed to withstand high levels of vibration, moisture, and temperature extremes, with IP65, IP67, or even IP69K protection ratings. Key technical parameters include the number of pins (3, 4, 5, or 8 poles), rated current (typically 4A to 12A), rated voltage (up to 250V AC/DC), and cable gland entry sizes. They are available in straight or angled (90°) versions, with male or female contacts, and can be field-wireable or pre-assembled with molded cables. The connectors ensure signal integrity and power delivery in demanding automation networks like PROFINET, EtherCAT, and DeviceNet.

These connectors are deployed across a wide range of industrial sectors, including automotive manufacturing, packaging machinery, food and beverage processing, and material handling systems. They are installed in junction boxes, control panels, and directly on machinery where sensors and actuators require a reliable, quick-disconnect interface. In process automation, they are used in valve islands, flow meters, and pressure transmitters. The rugged design makes them ideal for washdown zones and areas with high mechanical stress, ensuring continuous operation in production lines and assembly stations.

Within our catalog, the Field Device Connectors category includes several subcategories such as M8 Connectors, M12 Connectors, 7/8" Connectors, and Valve Connectors (Form A, B, C). Key article codes follow a structured pattern: for example, an M12 straight male connector with 4 pins and a field-wireable termination might be coded as "M12-SM-4P-FW", while a pre-assembled M12 cable with a female connector and 5-meter length could be "M12-FC-5M-5P". Other common codes include "M8-3P-90" for an angled M8 connector with 3 pins, and "7/8-4P-M" for a 7/8" male connector with 4 pins. These codes are designed to quickly identify the connector type, pin count, orientation, and termination method.

Partnering with Electric Automation Network provides direct access to a comprehensive inventory of field device connectors with real-time pricing and availability. Our engineering team offers personalized technical support to help you select the correct connector for your specific application, whether it requires a specific IP rating, cable length, or pin configuration. We provide detailed technical datasheets and 3D CAD models for every article. With express shipping worldwide, we ensure your production lines stay operational without delays, backed by our commitment to quality and precision in industrial automation components.

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1597112

RC-12P1N1290EG

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Coupler connector

M23, Plug-in coupling connector, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 6.5 mm ... 7.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1240799

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1601897

RC-17S1N1280NY

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Cable connector

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1598135

RC-12P2N12WT00

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Device connector, front mounting

Plug-in connector for front wall devices, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 12, contact type: Pin, Soldering connection, Axial O-ring, 4x Ø 3.2

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1598132

RC-12P2N12WB00

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Device connector, front mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Opposite movement, contact type: Male, Solder connection, Axial O-ring, 4x Ø 3.2, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1240918

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1596862

RC-12P1N121200

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Cable connector

Plug-in connector for cables, RC, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 12, contact type: Pin, Soldering connection

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1596866

RC-12P1N121300

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, RC, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1240740

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1613546

ST-3ES1N8A6100S

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Device connector, front mounting

Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, straight, for standard and SPEEDCON locking, M17, number of poles: 3+PE, contact type: Female, Axial O-ring, Central fixing, shielded: yes, protection index: IP67, number of poles: 4, connection type: Crimped connection, series: ST Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%): 1242775

Device connector front mounting, straight, for standard and SPEEDCON interlock, M17, number of positions: 3+PE, contact connection type: Socket, Axial O-ring, Central fixing, shielded: yes, number of positions: 4, connection method: Crimp connection, series: ST, Alternative product in accordance with RoHS II without Exemption 6c (Pb < 0.1 %) item no.: 1242775

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1613548

ST-5EP1N8A6100S

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Device connector, front mounting

Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, straight, for standard and SPEEDCON locking, M17, number of poles: 5+PE, contact type: Male, Axial O-ring, Central fixing, shielded: yes, protection index: IP67, number of poles: 6, connection type: Crimped connection, series: ST, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1242776

Device connector front mounting, straight, for standard and SPEEDCON interlock, M17, number of positions: 5+PE, contact connection type: Pin, Axial O-ring, Central fixing, shielded: yes, number of positions: 6, connection method: Crimp connection, series: ST, Alternative product in accordance with RoHS II without Exemption 6c (Pb < 0.1 %) item no.: 1242776

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1593748

RC-06S1N1280E1

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Cable connector

M23, Plug connector. for cables, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, No. of poles: 6, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 6.5 mm ... 7.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1240458

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1593749

RC-06S1N1280E2

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Cable connector

M23, Plug connector. for cables, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, No. of poles: 6, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 5.5 mm ... 6.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1242905

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1593744

RC-06S1N1280B7

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Cable connector

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1603618

RC-63P1N12M0W1

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Coupler connector

M23, Plug-in mating connector, RC, Straight, plastic-coated, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 6+3, Rotation direction: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 9.5 mm ... 10.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1241654

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1617489

RF-06M1N12WV00

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1617482

RF-06M1N1290DU

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Coupler connector

Plug-in coupling connector, straight, Screw lock, M23, number of poles: 6, contact type: Pin, shielded: yes, cable diameter range: 5 mm ... 13.2 mm, number of poles: 6, connection type: Solder connection

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1601659

RC-17P1NM2H02W

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Device connector, rear mounting

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1594835

RC-07S1X126R00

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Device connector with M20 x 1.5 screw-in thread, straight, shielded: yes, Screw locking, M23, Axial seal, Central fixing

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1610907

RC-12S1N12WS00

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Device connector, front mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Solder connection, Axial O-ring, 4x Ø2.7, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1241080

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, series: RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Female, Solder cup, Axial O-ring, 4x Ø 2.7 mm, coding: N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb < 0.1%) item code: 1242539

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1610901

RC-12S1N12RBEP

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Cable connector, with Pg9 connection thread, straight, shielded: yes, Screw locking, M23, No. of pos.: 12, type of contact: Socket, Solder connection

Industrial connector, with Pg9 connection thread, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 12, Contact type: Female, Soldering connection

M23, Crimp contact, series: RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw locking mechanism, No. of pos.: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Socket, Solder cup, coding: N

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1610903

RC-12S1N12RDHR

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Cable connector, with Pg13.5 connection thread, straight, shielded: yes, Screw locking, M23, No. of pos.: 12, type of contact: Socket, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 3 mm ... 10.5 mm

Industrial connector, with Pg13.5 connection thread, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 12, Contact type: Female, Solder connection, Cable diameter: 3 mm ... 10.5 mm

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1610909

RC-12S1N12YP00

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Device connector, front mounting

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1423097

VS-IP20-IP20/LG-94B-LI/5,0

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Network cable

Confec., shielded, 4 pairs, flexible AWG 26 (7 wires), RAL 5021 (aqua blue), connector. RJ45/IP20 male in conconnect. RJ45/IP20 Male Rotated, Line, Long. 5 m

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1601652

RC-17P1NC2E000

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Device connector, rear mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. poster wall, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, Radial O-ring, 4xM3, Min. wall thickness: 3 mm, Max. wall thickness: 10.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1241384

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1597875

RC-12P2N121500

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, RC, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Opposite movement, contact type: Male, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 6 mm ... 10 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1240885

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1615097

TU-17S1NC05100

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Device connector, rear mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. wall poster., TU, straight, shielded: yes, Bayonet lock, Flat seal, 4x Ø 3.2

M23, Rear device connector, series: TU, straight, shielded: yes, Bayonet locking, Flat seal, 4x Ø 3.2

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1689462

VS-08-KV-M20-5X8

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Cable gland

M20 cable gland, metal, for oval cable 5 x 8 mm

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1627647

RC-06P1X8AT0EK

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Plug-in connector for wires, right angle, shielded: yes, Lock screw, M23, No. of poles: 6, Type of contact: Male, Connection set, cable Diameter: 3 mm ... 10.5 mm

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1540019

SACC-E-M12FS-5CON-M16/2,5

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Panel feed-through

Built-in mounting female for sensors/actuators, 5 poles, M12, A-coded, front wall mount/screw-on mount with M16 thread, with 2.5 m TPE wire, 5 x 0.34 mm²

Device connector front mounting, Universal, 5-position, Socket, straight, M12-Standard, coding: A, on free cable end, Front mounting, M16 x 1.5, Individual wires, cable length: 2.5 m, 0.34 mm2, TPE litz wire

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1412009

SACC-CIP-M12FS-12P SMD SH R32

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Flush-type connector

Plug-in Mounting Connector, 12-Pole, Connecting Female, Straight, M12, Coding: A, Printed Circuit Board Mounting, SMD, RoHS II Alternative Product Without Exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) Item Code: 1238958

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1412008

SACC-CIP-M12FS-8P SMD SH R32

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Flush-type connector

Plug-in Mounting Connector, 8-Pole, Connecting Female, Straight, M12, Coding: A, Printed Circuit Board Mounting, SMD, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) Item code: 1308214

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1412001

SACC-CIP-M12MS-12P SMD R32

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Flush-type connector

Contact holder, 12-pole, Male, straight, M12, coding: A, Printed circuit board mounting, SMD reflow, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1238955

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