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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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1601510

RC-17P1N8A80GK

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Cable connector

Plug-in connector for cables, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 17, contact type: Pin, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 7.5 mm ... 9.5 mm

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1620295

CA-17S1N8AT0DN

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Cable connector

M23, Plug connector. for cables, AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 3 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1244144

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1624019

CA-1RS1N8A6Z00

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Device connector, front mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, AC, straight, shielded: yes, for standard lock and SPEEDCON, No. of poles: 16+2+FE, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Crimped connection, Axial joint, Central fixing Pg13.5, coding:N

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1620292

CA-19P1N12T0DN

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 16+3, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 3 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1244141

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1621298

RC-12P2X122000

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Device connector, front mounting

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1620280

CA-09P1N8AT006

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 8+1, Rotation direction: Standard, contact type: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 4 mm ... 6 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1244129

M23, Cable connector, series: AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 8+1, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Male, Crimp connection, cable diameter range: 4 mm ... 6 mm, coding: N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb < 0.1%) Item code: 1244129

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0154374

PTFIX 18X2,5-NS15A RD

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Bus system flat-type plug

Bus system flush-type socket, Ethernet, 8-pos., M12, shielded, rear/screw mounting with M16 thread, with 1 m bus cable, 4 x 2 x 0.26 mm2

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1625087

RC-17S1N12K0R9

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Cable connector

Plug-in connector for cables, RC, Straight, plastic coated, shielded: yes, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 17, contact type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 7.5 mm ... 9.5 mm

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1619353

CA-16S1N12T008S

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Cable connector

M23, Plug connector. for cables, AC, angled, shielded: yes, SPEEDCON lock, No. of poles: 16, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 10 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1243474

M23, Cable connector, series: AC, angled, shielded: yes, SPEEDCON, No. of poles: 16, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 10 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding: N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb < 0.1%) art. code: 1243474

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1806008

PV-FT-CF-C-4-350-BK

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Photovoltaic connector

Photovoltaic plug-in connector, Photovoltaic plug-in connector, housing material: PPE, color: black, number of poles: 1, min. conductor section: 4 mm², Connection type: Setting, Contact type: Female, cable length: 350

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1623839

CA-1RP1N8A8008

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 16+2+FE, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 10 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1245001

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1705051

PV-FT-CF-C-6-270-BK

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Photovoltaic connector

Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, Item family: Sunclix, housing material: PPE, color: black, number of poles: 1, min. conductor section: 6 mm², Connection type: Crimping, Contact connection type: Female, cable length: 270

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1705050

PV-FT-CM-C-6-270-RD

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Photovoltaic connector

Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, Item family: Sunclix, housing material: PPE, color: black, number of poles: 1, min. conductor cross-section: 6 mm², Connection type: Crimping, Contact connection type: Male, cable length: 270

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1618102

RC-17S1N8A8050

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Cable connector

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1620288

CA-06P1N8AT006

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 6, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 4 mm ... 6 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) Item code: 1244137

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1618078

RC-12P1N8AWB00

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Device connector, front mounting

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1619409

CA-12P1N8AT006S

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, angled, shielded: yes, SPEEDCON, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, type of contact: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 4 mm ... 6 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1243527

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1619383

CA-12P1N8AT007S

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, angled, shielded: yes, SPEEDCON, No. of poles: 12, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 6 mm ... 10 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1243501

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1707060

PV-FT-CF-C-6-2000-BU

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Photovoltaic connector

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1622941

CA-12P2N128007

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, AC, straight, shielded: yes, 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: 1244771

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1623629

CA-1RS1N8A6L00

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Device connector, front mounting

M23, Conect. plug. to be apar. front wall, AC, straight, shielded: yes, for standard and SPEEDCON locking, No. of poles: 16+2+FE, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Crimped connection, Axial joint, Central fixing M20 x 1.5, positionable by lock nut, coding:N

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1601465

RC-17P1N8A1K00

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Cable connector

M23, Cable connector, RC, straight, shielded: no, Screw lock, No. of poles: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Crimped connection, cable diameter range: 7 mm ... 10.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1241343

M23, Cable connector, series: RC, straight, shielded: no, Screw locking mechanism, No. of pos.: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Pin, Crimp connection, coding: N, Alternative product in accordance with RoHS II without Exemption 6c (Pb < 0.1 %) item no.: 1241343

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1618390

PT 1,5/ 5-5,0-H PA 1,3,5

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Coupler connector

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1705589

PV-FT-TEST PIN

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Test accessories

Acc. Takes tests, Item family: Sunclix, Housing material: PBT

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1606578

UC-17S1N1290DU

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Coupler connector

M23, Coupler connector, series: UC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw locking mechanism, No. of pos.: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact connection type: Socket, Solder cup, cable diameter range: 2 mm ... 14.5 mm, coding: N

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1613620

ST-8ES1N8A8003S

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Cable connector

Cable connector, straight, SPEEDCON, M17, number of poles: 5+3+PE, contact type: Female, shielded: yes, flange size: 25.75 mm x 25.75 mm, protection index: IP67, cable diameter range: 5 mm ... 8 mm, number of poles: 9, connection type: Crimped connection, series: ST, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1242803

Cable connector, straight, SPEEDCON, M17, number of positions: 5+3+PE, contact connection type: Socket, shielded: yes, degree of protection: IP67, cable diameter range: 5 mm ... 8 mm, number of positions: 9, connection method: Crimp connection, series: ST, Alternative product in accordance with RoHS II without Exemption 6c (Pb < 0.1 %) item no.: 1242803

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1617814

RC-17P1N1290GZ

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Coupler connector

M23, Plug-in coupling connector, RC, straight, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Male, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 3.5 mm ... 4.5 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1243127

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1620268

CA-17S1N12T006

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Cable connector

M23, Plug connector. for cables, AC, angled, shielded: yes, Screw lock, No. of poles: 17, Direction of rotation: Standard, contact type: Female, Solder connection, cable diameter range: 4 mm ... 6 mm, coding:N, Alternative product according to RoHS II without exception 6c (Pb< 0.1%) item code: 1244119

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1602109

RC-17S1N8A4100

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Device connector, rear mounting

Plug-in connector for rear wall appliances, RC, straight, Screw lock, M23, No. of poles: 17, contact type: Female, Crimped connection, Flat joint, 4xM3, Min. wall thickness: 2.7 mm, Max. wall thickness: 3.5 mm

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1625724

RC-06S1Y8A2300

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Device connector, front mounting

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