The part number **PXPPVC12RAM12ACL020PVC** refers to a high-quality industrial sensor/actuator cable assembly, typically manufactured by companies like **Bulgin**. This specific code defines the physical and electrical characteristics of the connectivity solution. --- ### Part Number Breakdown The following table breaks down the technical specifications based on the alphanumeric code: | Segment | Meaning | Specification | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **PXP** | Series Prefix | Standard industrial connector series | | **PVC** | Jacket Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | | **12** | Connector Size | M12 standard metric thread | | **RAM** | Connector Type | Right Angle Male | | **12** | Pin Count | 12-pole (12 pins/wires) | | **ACL** | Coding Type | A-Coded (Standard for sensors/DC power) | | **020** | Length | 2.0 Meters | | **PVC** | Final Material | Confirms PVC outer sheath | --- ### Technical Specifications #### 1. Connector Mechanicals * **Coupling:** M12 Screw thread (M12 x 1.0). * **Orientation:** Right Angle (90 degrees), which is ideal for tight spaces where a straight cable would be bent or stressed. * **Ingress Protection:** Typically rated **IP67** or **IP68** when properly mated, making it dust-tight and water-resistant. #### 2. Electrical Characteristics * **Contact Plating:** Usually Gold-plated brass for high conductivity and corrosion resistance. * **A-Coding:** The "A" coding is the most common keying for M12 connectors, used primarily for sensors, actuators, and small motor applications. * **12-Pole Configuration:** Due to the high density of pins (12), this cable is used for complex signals or multiple I/O points in a single line. #### 3. Cable Construction * **Jacket:** PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). This material is resistant to moisture and many chemicals but is generally less flexible than PUR (Polyurethane) in extreme cold or high-flex robotic applications. * **Color:** Usually Black or Grey (standard industrial). --- ### Common Applications * **Factory Automation:** Connecting sensors (proximity, photoelectric) to I/O blocks. * **Robotics:** Providing control signals to end-of-arm tooling. * **Data Transmission:** Low-speed data transfer in harsh environments. * **Machine Vision:** Powering and triggering industrial cameras. ---