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2TLA020055R0100 ABB M12-3B M12 Y-Connector
ABB M12-3B IP67 M12 Y-connector for parallel connection of two DYNlink safety devices, with two 5-pole M12 female device connectors and one 5-pole M12 male connection towards the DYNlink loop.
£29.50
Why Choose the ABB M12-3B M12 Y-Connector?
The ABB M12-3B, reference 20-055-01 and ABB order code 2TLA020055R0100, is an M12 Y-connector designed for the parallel connection of two ABB DYNlink dynamic safety devices. It provides a compact connection point for combining compatible field devices within an ABB machine safety installation.
The M12-3B is equipped with two 5-pole M12 female connectors for the safety devices and one 5-pole M12 male connector for connection towards the DYNlink loop. ABB specifies compatible applications including Eden safety sensors, Spot single-beam devices and Tina dynamic adapters.
With its pre-configured Y-connector arrangement, the M12-3B simplifies field wiring by allowing two compatible DYNlink devices to be connected in parallel without creating a separate junction arrangement. The connector also provides IP67 protection, making it suitable for industrial machine safety installations where robust field connectivity is required.
Key Advantages
- Provides convenient parallel connection of two DYNlink safety devices.
- Designed for compatible ABB Eden, Spot and Tina devices.
- Two 5-pole M12 female connectors provide direct field-device connections.
- One 5-pole M12 male connector connects towards the DYNlink loop.
- Pre-configured Y arrangement simplifies machine safety field wiring.
- Standard M12 connectivity supports fast installation and servicing.
- IP67 protection supports use in demanding industrial environments.
- Genuine ABB connection accessory for dynamic machine safety circuits.
Key Features
- ABB M12-3B Y-connector.
- Designed for DYNlink dynamic safety circuits.
- Parallel connection of 2 safety devices.
- 2 × M12 5-pole female device connections.
- 1 × M12 5-pole male DYNlink connection.
- Compatible with devices including Eden sensors.
- Compatible with Spot single-beam safety devices.
- Compatible with Tina dynamic adapters.
- IP67 degree of protection.
- Compact connection accessory for machine safety installations.
Efficient Parallel Connection of DYNlink Safety Devices
ABB's DYNlink system uses a dynamic safety signal to connect compatible safety devices to the machine safety control system. The M12-3B provides a purpose-designed branching point where two DYNlink field devices can be connected in parallel, with separate female M12 ports for the devices and a male M12 connection towards the DYNlink loop.
Using a factory-configured connector helps reduce field termination work and makes installation or replacement of compatible devices more straightforward. Its IP67 enclosure protection and standardised 5-pole M12 interfaces make the M12-3B suitable for distributed industrial safety installations using compatible ABB DYNlink equipment.
Typical Applications
- Parallel connection of two ABB DYNlink safety devices.
- ABB Eden non-contact safety sensor installations.
- ABB Spot single-beam safety systems.
- ABB Tina dynamic adapter installations.
- Machine guard and access-point monitoring systems.
- Industrial automation safety circuits.
- Distributed machine safety field wiring.
- ABB DYNlink installations connected to compatible safety controllers.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Cable / Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Product group | Safety accessories | |
| Reference | 20-055-01 | |
| ABB order code | 2TLA020055R0100 | |
| Product type | M12 Y-connector | |
| Connection function | Parallel connection of 2 DYNlink devices | |
| Device connectors | 2 × M12 5-pole female | |
| DYNlink connector | 1 × M12 5-pole male | |
| Connection system | M12 | |
| Degree of protection | IP67 | |
| Compatible device examples | ABB Eden sensors, Spot single beams and Tina dynamic adapters | |
| Application | ABB DYNlink dynamic safety circuits |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB M12-3B used for?
The ABB M12-3B is an M12 Y-connector for the parallel connection of two DYNlink safety devices, including compatible Eden sensors, Spot single beams and Tina dynamic adapters.
How many devices can be connected to the M12-3B?
The M12-3B provides connections for two compatible DYNlink safety devices through its two 5-pole M12 female connectors.
What connectors does ABB 2TLA020055R0100 have?
It has two 5-pole M12 female connectors for the safety devices and one 5-pole M12 male connector for connection towards the DYNlink loop.
Is the M12-3B used for series or parallel connection?
The M12-3B is specifically designed for parallel connection of two compatible DYNlink devices. ABB's M12-3A is a different Y-connector intended for series connection of DYNlink devices.
What is the protection rating of the ABB M12-3B?
ABB specifies the M12-3B with an IP67 degree of protection, supporting installation in industrial machine safety applications.
Purpose-Designed DYNlink Connectivity from ABB
ABB M12 safety connection accessories provide compact, standardised field connectivity for compatible dynamic safety devices, helping simplify the installation and servicing of DYNlink machine safety circuits.
