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2TLA020055R1600 ABB M12-C03 M12x8 Female Screw Connector
ABB 2TLA020055R1600 M12-C03 is a straight 8-pole female M12 field-wireable screw connector for 2.5–6.5 mm cables in industrial safety and automation applications.
£37.16
Why Choose the ABB 2TLA020055R1600 M12-C03 Female Screw Connector?
The ABB 2TLA020055R1600 is an M12-C03 8-pole female screw connector designed for field wiring of compatible ABB machine safety equipment. As part of ABB’s safety accessories range, this straight M12 connector provides a practical way to terminate an 8-conductor cable without requiring a factory-moulded cable assembly.
The M12-C03 combines a female M12 interface with eight poles and screw connections, making it suitable for installation, maintenance and custom machine wiring. It accepts cables with a diameter of 2.5–6.5 mm, allowing installers to create cable assemblies to the required length using compatible multi-core cable.
Designed for 24 V industrial safety applications, the 2TLA020055R1600 has an IP65 protection rating when mounted. Its straight housing and field-attachable screw-terminal design make it a useful connection accessory for machine builders, automation engineers and maintenance technicians working with compatible ABB safety devices.
Key Advantages
- Genuine ABB M12-C03 8-pole female connector for machine safety applications.
- Field-wireable screw connection eliminates the need for a pre-moulded cable assembly.
- Accepts cable diameters from 2.5–6.5 mm.
- Straight M12 housing for straightforward equipment connection.
- IP65 protection when mounted for industrial installations.
- Designed for 24 V safety and automation systems.
- Suitable for creating custom-length connections with compatible 8-conductor cable.
Key Features
- ABB M12-C03 connector.
- ABB order code 2TLA020055R1600.
- ABB reference 20-055-16.
- M12 8-pole female connection.
- Straight connector housing.
- Screw-terminal electrical connection for field assembly.
- Cable diameter range of 2.5–6.5 mm.
- 24 V rated voltage.
- IP65 degree of protection when mounted.
- Compact connector format for industrial safety wiring.
Flexible Field-Wired M12 Connectivity
Field-wireable M12 connectors allow machine builders and maintenance engineers to prepare cables to the required length directly during installation. The ABB M12-C03 uses screw connections for the individual conductors, providing a convenient alternative where a standard pre-assembled cable does not suit the machine layout or required cable length.
With its 8-pole female M12 interface, straight housing and support for cables between 2.5 and 6.5 mm in diameter, the M12-C03 is well suited to custom industrial safety wiring. Its IP65 protection when correctly mounted helps provide dependable connectivity in machinery and automation environments.
Typical Applications
- ABB machine safety equipment connections.
- Custom 8-conductor M12 cable assemblies.
- Safety sensor and actuator wiring.
- Machine guard and interlocking systems.
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Machine building, commissioning and maintenance.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Cable / Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Product group | Safety accessories | |
| ABB reference | 20-055-16 | |
| Order code | 2TLA020055R1600 | |
| Product type | Female screw connector | |
| Product main type | M12 connection | |
| Product class | Cables and connectors | |
| Connector format | M12 | |
| Number of poles | 8 | |
| Connector gender | Female | |
| Housing type | Straight | |
| Electrical connection | Screw connection | |
| Cable diameter range | 2.5–6.5 mm | |
| Rated voltage | 24 V | |
| Protection rating | IP65 when mounted | |
| Screened | No | |
| Status indication | No | |
| Product net depth / length | 70 mm | |
| Product net height | 20 mm | |
| Product net width | 20 mm | |
| Product net weight | 0.02 kg | |
| EAN / GTIN | 7350024452310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 2TLA020055R1600?
The ABB 2TLA020055R1600 is an M12-C03 straight, field-wireable 8-pole female M12 connector with screw connections for compatible industrial safety and automation wiring.
How many poles does the ABB M12-C03 have?
The M12-C03 is an 8-pole M12 female connector, making it suitable for compatible 8-conductor cable installations.
What cable diameter can the M12-C03 accept?
The ABB M12-C03 accepts cables with an outside diameter of 2.5–6.5 mm.
How are the wires connected to the M12-C03?
The connector uses screw connections, allowing individual cable conductors to be terminated during field assembly without requiring a factory-moulded connector.
What is the protection rating of the ABB 2TLA020055R1600?
The ABB M12-C03 provides an IP65 protection rating when mounted, making it suitable for compatible industrial machine installations.
Trusted Machine Safety Connectivity from ABB
ABB M12 safety accessories provide practical connectivity for industrial machinery and safeguarding systems, enabling machine builders and maintenance engineers to create reliable field-wired connections for compatible safety and automation equipment.
