Product Description

Our M8 Outdoor Multi-Joint Cable Screw Terminal Connector is engineered to deliver robust and dependable electrical connections in the most demanding environments. This connector series is specifically designed for field-installation and custom cable assembly, featuring a user-friendly screw terminal termination method. This eliminates the need for specialized crimping tools, allowing for quick, easy, and flexible wiring on-site.

The connector boasts a sturdy metal or high-grade plastic body (depending on the model) with an impressive IP67 or higher rating, ensuring complete protection against dust, moisture, and high-pressure water jets. It is an ideal solution for outdoor applications, industrial machinery, and automation systems where reliable signal and power transmission is critical. The multi-joint design refers to its modular construction, typically consisting of a pin/socket insert, a durable housing, and a sealing gland, all working in concert to provide a secure and sealed connection from the cable to the mating device.

Product Features

Screw Terminal Connection: Simplifies installation and maintenance. No crimping tools required; just a screwdriver for fast, secure wire termination.

High IP Rating (IP67/IP68): Provides excellent protection against dust, water ingress, and harsh environmental conditions, making it suitable for outdoor use.

Robust Construction: Available in metal (brass, nickel-plated) or high-performance engineering plastic (PBT) housings for superior mechanical strength and resistance to impact, vibration, and corrosion.

Multi-Joint, Modular Design: Comprises separate inserts, housings, and cable glands. This allows for easy assembly, disassembly, and repair, reducing downtime.

Secure Locking Mechanism: Features a reliable threaded coupling system that ensures a vibration-proof and stable connection, preventing accidental disconnection.

Wide Operating Temperature Range: Engineered to perform consistently in extreme temperatures, typically from -25°C to +85°C or wider.

Excellent EMI Shielding (Optional): Metal-bodied versions offer effective electromagnetic interference shielding, protecting signal integrity in electrically noisy environments.

Product Advantages

1. Cost-Effectiveness and Reduced Downtime:
The screw terminal design drastically reduces the need for pre-terminated cables and expensive tooling. This lowers initial setup costs and allows for immediate field repairs, minimizing machine downtime and associated losses in production environments.

2. Unmatched Installation Flexibility:
This connector is perfect for prototyping, custom machine building, and last-minute wiring changes. You can easily adjust wire gauges and cable lengths on the fly without waiting for custom-made assemblies, offering unparalleled adaptability.

3. Superior Long-Term Reliability:
The combination of high-quality materials, a secure locking mechanism, and superior ingress protection ensures long-term performance. It resists common industrial challenges like constant vibration, exposure to oils, chemicals, and UV radiation, leading to a longer service life and reduced failure rates.

4. Simplified Inventory Management:
Instead of stocking numerous pre-made cables, you can stock a few connector sets and bulk cable. This modular approach simplifies your inventory, reduces storage space, and provides a universal solution for various connection points within a system.

5. Enhanced Safety:
The fully enclosed, insulated design prevents electric shock and short circuits. The robust locking mechanism and strain relief features ensure that connections remain intact and safe, even in high-vibration applications, protecting both equipment and personnel.

Product parameters

Product Application Fields

This versatile M8 Screw Terminal Connector is widely used across industries that require secure, sealed, and reliable outdoor or harsh environment connections.

Industrial Automation: Sensor and actuator connections on CNC machines, robotic arms, conveyor systems, and control panels.

Outdoor LED Lighting: Connections for LED street lights, landscape lighting, architectural facade lighting, and stadium lights.

Renewable Energy Systems: Wiring for solar panel arrays, wind turbine sensors, and charge controllers.

Automation and Robotics: Interconnections for motors, encoders, and sensors in automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and robotic workcells.

Telecommunications and Network Infrastructure: Connecting outdoor antennas, base station equipment, and network cabinets.

Building Automation: For environmental sensors, security cameras, and access control systems installed outdoors.

Transportation and Automotive Manufacturing: Machinery on production lines and testing equipment.

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Product FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: What is the main difference between a screw terminal and a crimp-style M8 Connector?
A1: A screw terminal connector allows you to insert the stripped wire directly into a terminal block and secure it with a screw, requiring only a screwdriver. A crimp-style connector requires a specialized crimping tool to permanently attach a metal contact to the wire. Screw terminals offer greater field flexibility, while crimped connections can be slightly faster in high-volume factory settings.

Q2: What is the IP rating of this connector, and what does it mean?
A2: Our M8 Outdoor connectors typically carry an IP67 or IP68 rating. IP67 means it is dust-tight and can be immersed in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. IP68 offers a higher level of water protection for prolonged immersion under specified pressure. This makes them ideal for outdoor and wash-down environments.

Q3: What wire gauges are compatible with this connector?
A3: The compatible wire gauge varies by model but commonly accommodates standard gauges from AWG 24 to AWG 18. Please refer to the specific product datasheet for precise specifications regarding wire diameter and strand count.

Q4: Can I use this connector for both power and signal transmission?
A4: Yes, absolutely. These connectors are versatile and can be used for transmitting both low-voltage signals (e.g., from sensors) and power (e.g., to small actuators or lights), depending on the pin configuration (3-pin, 4-pin, etc.) and the current/voltage rating.

Q5: Is the connector mating face standardized?
A5: Yes, the mating interface (the pin layout and thread) conforms to the standard M8 circular connector specifications. This ensures compatibility with standard M8 sockets installed on sensors, drives, and other industrial equipment globally.