Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
2TLA020055R1700 ABB M12-C04 M12x8 Male Screw Connector
ABB 2TLA020055R1700 M12-C04 is a straight 8-pole male M12 field-wireable screw connector for 2.5–6.5 mm cables in industrial safety and automation applications.
£32.28
Why Choose the ABB 2TLA020055R1700 M12-C04 Male Screw Connector?
The ABB 2TLA020055R1700 is an M12-C04 M12x8 male screw connector designed for field wiring of compatible ABB machine safety equipment. As part of ABB’s safety accessories range, this field-wireable connector provides a practical solution for creating custom cable assemblies for industrial safety and automation installations.
The M12-C04 combines a straight M12 male interface with eight poles and cable screw connection. Its field-wireable construction allows installers to terminate compatible multi-core cable directly at the connector, making it particularly useful where cable lengths need to be tailored to individual machinery layouts rather than relying on pre-moulded cable assemblies.
Designed for cables with an outside diameter of 2.5–6.5 mm, the 2TLA020055R1700 provides an IP65 degree of protection when correctly installed and is suitable for 24 V machine safety applications. Its compact straight format makes it a useful connection accessory for machine builders, automation engineers and maintenance technicians working with compatible ABB safety equipment.
Key Advantages
- Genuine ABB M12-C04 M12x8 male screw connector.
- 8-pole male M12 interface for compatible machine safety connections.
- Field-wireable cable screw connection supports custom cable assemblies.
- Accepts cables with an outside diameter of 2.5–6.5 mm.
- Straight connector design for straightforward machinery installation.
- IP65 protection rating for industrial environments.
- Suitable for 24 V ABB safety and automation applications.
Key Features
- ABB M12-C04 connector.
- ABB order code 2TLA020055R1700.
- ABB reference 20-055-17.
- M12 8-pole male connector.
- Straight connector orientation.
- Cable screw connection for field assembly.
- Cable diameter range of 2.5–6.5 mm.
- 24 V rated control supply.
- IP65 degree of protection.
- Suitable for compatible ABB machine safety equipment including Eden and Magne installations.
Flexible Field-Wired M12 Connectivity
Field-wireable M12 connectors allow machine builders and maintenance engineers to prepare cable assemblies to the required length during installation. The ABB M12-C04 provides an 8-pole male interface with a cable screw connection, offering a convenient alternative when a standard pre-assembled cable does not match the routing or length requirements of the machinery.
The straight M12 format supports compact installation on compatible industrial equipment, while the 2.5–6.5 mm cable diameter range provides flexibility when selecting suitable multi-core cable. When correctly assembled, its IP65 protection helps provide dependable connectivity for industrial safety and automation systems.
Typical Applications
- ABB machine safety equipment connections.
- Custom 8-conductor M12 cable assemblies.
- ABB Eden safety sensor installations.
- ABB Magne safety locking installations.
- Machine guard and interlocking systems.
- Industrial automation and machinery wiring.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
| Device Type | Cable / Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Product group | Safety accessories | |
| ABB reference | 20-055-17 | |
| Order code | 2TLA020055R1700 | |
| Product type | Male screw connector | |
| Product main type | M12 connection | |
| Product class | Connector | |
| Connector format | M12 | |
| Number of poles | 8 | |
| Connector gender | Male | |
| Orientation | Straight | |
| Electrical connection | Cable screw connection | |
| Cable diameter range | 2.5–6.5 mm | |
| Rated control supply voltage | 24 V | |
| Protection rating | IP65 | |
| Mounting type | Cable mounting | |
| Mating type | Screw-on | |
| Suitable for | Compatible ABB Eden and Magne safety equipment | |
| Weight | approximately 0.02 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 2TLA020055R1700?
The ABB 2TLA020055R1700 is an M12-C04 straight, field-wireable 8-pole male M12 connector with cable screw connection for compatible industrial safety and automation equipment.
How many poles does the ABB M12-C04 have?
The M12-C04 is an 8-pole male M12 connector designed for compatible multi-conductor safety and automation connections.
What cable diameter can the M12-C04 accept?
The ABB M12-C04 is designed for cables with an outside diameter of 2.5–6.5 mm.
Is the ABB M12-C04 field-wireable?
Yes. The M12-C04 uses a cable screw connection, allowing compatible cable to be terminated during installation to create a custom-length cable assembly.
What is the protection rating of the ABB 2TLA020055R1700?
The ABB M12-C04 has an IP65 protection rating, making it suitable for compatible industrial machine safety and automation 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 sensors, locking devices and automation equipment.
