Compact Bulgin PXPPVC12TSFM05AFBIFB M12 connector offering screw locking and field installable options
BUCCANEER M12 Series Connectors
Bulgin's M12 Buccaneer connectors offer a cost-effective and flexible connectivity solution for industrial applications, including process control, manufacturing automation, and industrial instrumentation. Featuring a high degree of mechanical and electrical stability, these connectors are designed to decrease downtime. They are established as a reliable and efficient connection standard for Industrial Machinery and Factory Automation, ideal for sensor connections and fieldbus systems. With a small footprint, extremely low failure rate, and high performance capabilities, the M12 Series circular connectors are rugged, easy to use, and reliable for sensor/actuator connectivity. Their IP67 rating makes them effective in harsh environments where compact, dependable connections with environmental protection are required. Bulgin's field-attachable M12 connectors feature a robust aluminum coupling nut, offering a lightweight and durable alternative to nickel-plated variants, serving as an ideal plug-and-play solution for upgrading sensor systems.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Bulgin
- Series: BUCCANEER M12
- IP Rating: IP67
- Locking Mechanism: Screw locking
- Coding Options: A, B, and D
- Mounting Options: Cable mount, Panel mount, Field installable
- Material Options: Plastic and Metal
- Form Factors: Straight and Right Angled
- Cable Connectors: Overmolded PVC or PUR
- Shielding: Shielded options available
- Coupling Nut Material: Robust Aluminum (field attachable variants)
- RoHS Compliant: Yes
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Poles Available | 3, 4, 5, 8, 12 |
| Coding Options & Applications | A-Coding: Industrial Ethernets and PROFINET B-Coding: General sensor-actuator connections D-Coding: Fieldbus and signal connections (PROFIBUS & INTERBUS systems) |
| Termination Types | PCB Terminal, Screw Terminal, Solder Terminal, Cable |
| Mounting / Gland Nut Threads | PG7, PG9, M12, M16 |
| Cable Acceptance (Flex & Inline) | 4.6 - 8.0mm Diameter |
| Lead Length Options (Overmolded Cables) | 1m, 2m, 3m, 5m, 10m, 15m |
| Cable Material Options (Overmolded Cables) | PVC, PUR |
| Current Rating | 4A (3, 4, 5 poles), 2A (8 poles), 1.5A (12 poles) |
| Voltage Rating (ac/dc) | 250V (3, 4, 5 poles), 60V (8 poles), 30V (12 poles) |
| Contact Resistance | <10m |
| Insulation Resistance | >100M |
| AC Breakdown Voltage | 1.5KV (3, 4, 5 poles), 0.8KV (8, 12 poles) |
| Mechanical Operation | 500 mating cycles |
| Operating Temperature Range | -25C to 80C |
| Body Materials | TPU, PA66 (Flex & Inline Connectors) |
| Coupling Nut Materials | Nickel Plated Brass (Panel Mount), Nickel Plated Brass (Flex & Inline) |
| Pin Contacts Material | Brass, Gold plating |
| Socket Contacts Material | Phosphor Bronze, Gold plating |
| O Rings & Gaskets Material | Viton |
Part Number Structure Example
PXM BNI 12 FB M 03 A ST PG9 001 PUR
Where:
PXM= SeriesBNI= Brass Nickel12= M12FB= Flex BodyM= Male03= Number of Poles (3)A= Code (A)ST= Screw TerminalPG9= Mounting / Gland Nut Thread001= Lead Length (1m)PUR= Cable Material
Sealing Caps
Sealing caps are available for M12 Male and Female connectors to maintain IP rating. Available in PA66 or Brass - Nickel Plating.
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