## Breakdown of Part Number: PXPPVC12RAM05BCL150PVC The part number **PXPPVC12RAM05BCL150PVC** refers to a high-quality industrial connectivity component, specifically a circular connector cable assembly often used in automation and sensor applications. ### 1. Component Specification Table | Attribute | Detail | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Connector Type** | M12 Circular | The industry standard for sensors and actuators. | | **Gender** | Female | Internal socket contacts. | | **Orientation** | Right-Angle (RA) | 90-degree bend for tight space management. | | **Number of Poles** | 5-Pin | Standard wiring for complex sensors or power/data. | | **Coding** | A-Coded | The most common keying for sensors, DC power, and 1Gbit Ethernet. | | **Locking Mechanism** | Screw-lock | Provides a secure, vibration-resistant connection. | | **Cable Material** | PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) | Durable jacket suitable for chemical resistance and general use. | | **Cable Length** | 1.5 Meters | Defined by the "150" in the suffix (150cm). | --- ### 2. Technical Features and Build This specific cable belongs to the **Bulgin PXP Series** or a compatible industrial equivalent. Below are the key electronic and mechanical characteristics: * **Ingress Protection:** Usually rated at **IP67** or **IP69K** when mated, making it waterproof and dust-tight. * **Contact Plating:** Typically features gold-plated brass contacts to ensure high conductivity and prevent oxidation. * **Current/Voltage Rating:** * Voltage: Up to 60V - 250V (depending on exact pin density). * Current: Typically 4A per contact. * **Mechanical Endurance:** Designed for >100 mating cycles. ### 3. Applications * **Industrial Automation:** Connecting PLCs to proximity sensors or limit switches. * **Process Control:** Signal transmission in food and beverage or chemical plants (due to PVC's chemical resistance). * **Robotics:** Power and data transmission in articulated arms where space is constrained (Right-Angle design). ---