{"product_id":"m12-5-pin-a-code-connector-straight-female","title":"M12 A‑Code  5‑Pin Female  Straight Connector","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP#  M12-S8A-PLAP7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eM12 5‑Pin Female A‑Code Straight Connector\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eM12 5‑pin female A‑code straight connector\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact industrial circular connector engineered for dependable signal and low‑voltage power transmission in automation, sensing, and control applications. Its \u003cstrong\u003eA‑coded keying\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures compatibility with standard sensor and actuator interfaces, while the \u003cstrong\u003estraight housing\u003c\/strong\u003e provides clean, in‑line cable routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔩 Core Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM12 threaded coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12 mm locking interface for vibration‑resistant, secure mating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5‑pin female insert\u003c\/strong\u003e — recessed sockets arranged in the A‑code pattern for universal sensor compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight body design\u003c\/strong\u003e — cable exits directly behind the connector for streamlined installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically molded polymer housing with a metal locking nut for mechanical strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — often available with IP67\/IP68 sealing when properly mated (varies by manufacturer).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Technical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoding:\u003c\/strong\u003e A‑code (standard for sensors, switches, and low‑voltage I\/O).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Female (socket contacts).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePin Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 conductors for signal + auxiliary power combinations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight, in‑line cable exit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 30–60 V depending on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent: 2–4 A per pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: –25 °C to +85 °C (varies by manufacturer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧭 Common Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial sensors (proximity, photoelectric, pressure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncoders and motion‑control devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI\/O modules and fieldbus nodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow‑voltage control wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobotics and automated machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Why This Connector Is Used\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M12 A‑coded 5‑pin format is one of the most widely adopted standards in industrial automation because it offers \u003cstrong\u003ecompact size\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esecure locking\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ereliable electrical performance\u003c\/strong\u003e even in harsh environments. The 5‑pin layout provides flexibility for multi‑signal wiring without increasing connector size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AARBautomation","offers":[{"title":"PG9","offer_id":51906822897976,"sku":null,"price":9.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"PG7","offer_id":51906822930744,"sku":null,"price":9.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/1601\/9000\/files\/m12_5_pin_a_code_female_stright_1.jpg?v=1773794278","url":"https:\/\/aarbautomation.com\/products\/m12-5-pin-a-code-connector-straight-female","provider":"AARBautomation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}