The end to loose contacts: The M12 Power Portfolio from Turck

If the power supply to a machine or plant is in jeopardy, a whole host of other things can go wrong. The risk of interruptions and failures is particularly high in harsh environments. With its M12 Power Portfolio, Turck has developed a significantly more reliable power supply.

Hard or even extreme conditions prevail over long periods of time in many areas of industrial production. This is particularly the case in mechanical engineering, sorting and packaging systems, the automotive industry and conveyor technology. This means that, depending on the process, the power supply may be exposed to vibrations, shocks, temperature fluctuations and moisture. Poor-quality connectors and other system components that can bring the production process to a standstill are often found to be weak points.

The M12 Power family: Up to every challenge

Mechanical engineers and plant manufacturers can play it safe with a reliable solution from Bachofen’s technology partner Turck: the M12 Power Portfolio, which adds to overmoulded M12 power cables to form a comprehensive overall range. The field-configurable connectors, flanges, adapters and distributors round off the range and not only complete their function with maximum reliability over a long period of time, but also operate reliably in the most adverse environments and at high ambient temperatures thanks to their robust design.

An efficient power supply solution for any application

The compact design of M12 system components and the wide range of possible combinations make them ideal for a variety of applications. Constricted spaces with difficult access also pose no problems for the M12 Power range. From the power supply unit through to the control cabinet and the end devices, efficient and safe solutions for a structured, decentralised power supply can be implemented using the resistant products in the Turck quality brand. Protection class IP67/IP69K guarantees the system’s durability.

Clear coding for error-free installation

When installing M12 connectors, incorrect connections are virtually impossible thanks to a clearly structured coding system. Turck has developed the 4- to 5-pin L-coded and 4-pin T-coded connectors specifically for DC power supplies up to 63 V DC/16 A. 5-pin K-coded and 4-pin S-coded M12 connectors are available for power supplies up to 630 V AC/16 A, especially for AC motors and drives.

Bachofen consultants can provide machine and plant designers with expert advice and are all too willing to answer a wide range of questions on specific applications.