New Sensor Connectors and Cabling

Mencom's quick disconnect sensor connectors and cabling are designed for fast and reliable solutions for the connectivity between the sensors and the control panel. "Our sensor cables are over-molded with a variety of outer jacket material with or without shielding to provide the next line of defense for harsh applications," said a company spokesperson. Armored cables for enhanced protection are available in MDC, MAC and MEC series.

Micro-DC Series (MDC): M12 Threads, A-coded

The MDC series has a single keyway which is known as A-coded. "The M12 is a reference to the thread type used in the connection of this product," said the spokesperson. The euro color code (without a ground wire) and the single keyway (A-coded) distinguishes the MDC from other connectors that are similar in size and function. These applications are commonly used in factory automation for items such as sensors, actuators, motors, switches, safety light curtains and mats, and interlock switches.

Micro-AC Series (MAC): 1/2"-20 Threads, C-coded

"Although the MAC series is commonly used for AC or DC application and similar in size to the MDC series, it has some unique differences," said the spokesperson. "The MAC series uses a 1/2-20 mating thread and has a first make last break extended ground pin. The use of a double keyway (C-Coded) prevents it from accidentally plugging into one of the other similarly sized connectors."

Euro-AC Series (MEC): M12 Threads, B-coded

The MEC series has a reversed single keyway which is known as B-coded. "This allows two unique M12 connectors to be mounted on the same panel without fear of incorrectly coupling connectors to equipment with varying voltage and amperages," said the spokesperson. "As with the MDC and MAC series, the Euro-AC does not imply that they are only used in AC applications."

NAN Series (Pico): M8 Threads

The M8 (NAN-series) is often referred to as a "pico" or "nano" connector. "Its small size makes it the perfect choice when space is limited," said the spokesperson. The M8 is commonly used with many of the miniature proximity, hall-effect and photo-electric sensors. The NAN series is available in two different versions: snap-on (available in 3, 4 and 6 pole) and thread-on (available in 3 and 4 pole). Male connectors in this series can be used to mate with both the snap-on and threaded females connectors. The male has threads and the small snap ring. "Both snap-on and thread-on versions have the same watertight specifications (IP67) as well as the same voltage and amperage rating," said the spokesperson. "It is simply customer preference as to which one suits their needs. Please note that there is no such part as a snap-on female receptacle."

For more information contact:

Mencom Corporation

5750 McEver Rd.

Oakwood, GA 30566

770-534-4585

www.mencom.com