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SIM-M8-3GD-5-PU Festo
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Manufacturer
Festo
HS code
85444290
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United Kingdom
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Express delivery to the United Kingdom
Full 12-month warranty
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The Festo SIM-M8-3GD-5-PU is a high-quality connecting cable designed for seamless integration with electrical connectors in a variety of industrial applications. This robust cable features a 3-pin M8 x 1 straight socket on one end and an open end on the other, providing flexibility and ease of use for system installations and maintenance. With a generous 5-metre length, this cable offers ample reach for connecting components within your machinery. It is built to withstand a DC operating voltage range of 0 V to 60 V and an AC operating voltage range of 0 V to 60 V, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of electrical systems. The cable is rated for a current of 4 A at 40°C, and it boasts a surge resistance of 1.5 kV, offering reliable performance and protection against voltage spikes. The cable's construction includes a nominal conductor cross-section of 0.25 mm², and it is encased in a TPE-U (PU) sheath that is both halogen-free and free of phosphoric acid ester, making it an environmentally conscious choice. Designed to meet the rigorous standards of EN 61076-2-104 and EN 61984, the Festo SIM-M8-3GD-5-PU connecting cable is equipped with a cable diameter of 3.8 mm and a wire insulation colour code that includes blue, brown, and black for easy identification. The cable is also rated for a degree of protection of IP65/IP68, ensuring durability and resistance to dust and moisture in harsh industrial environments. It can operate within an ambient temperature range of -25 °C to 80 °C, and -5 °C to 80 °C with flexible cable installation, making it suitable for a wide range of operating conditions. Overall, the Festo SIM-M8-3GD-5-PU connecting cable is a reliable and durable choice for ensuring stable electrical connections in your industrial automation systems.
Typical applications
- Connecting sensors to control systems in industrial automation applications
- Linking actuators to PLCs for precise motion control
- Providing power and signal transmission in robotic systems
- Interfacing input/output devices with central processing units in manufacturing environments
- Establishing connections between electronic components in conveyor systems
- Facilitating communication in automated material handling equipment
- Enabling data exchange in industrial networking setups
- Integrating machine vision systems with processing hardware
- Supporting connectivity in packaging machinery for synchronisation and control
- Utilised in control panels for connecting switches and indicators
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