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2TLA020056R4000 ABB M12-C103 10 m Cable M12-8 Female
ABB M12-C103 2TLA020056R4000 is a 10 m shielded industrial safety connection cable with eight 0.34 mm² conductors, a straight M12-8 female connector and a free cable end.
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Why Choose the ABB M12-C103 10 m Connection Cable?
The ABB M12-C103, reference 20-056-40 and order code 2TLA020056R4000, is a 10 m shielded M12 connection cable designed for industrial safety and automation equipment. Part of the ABB safety accessories range, it features a straight M12-8 female connector and a free cable end, providing a practical connection between compatible field devices and control equipment.
The M12-C103 incorporates eight 0.34 mm² conductors plus shielding within a black PVC cable. Its eight-pole configuration supports compatible ABB safety devices that require additional signal and control connections beyond those available from standard five-pole M12 cabling.
With a fixed cable length of 10 m, a 24 V rated voltage and robust M12 connectivity, the M12-C103 is suitable for machine-safety installations where field equipment is positioned away from the control cabinet. The connector provides IP67 protection, with ABB product information also specifying IP69K protection for the connected cable assembly.
Key Advantages
- Factory-assembled 10 m connection cable for industrial safety equipment.
- Straight M12-8 female connector for compatible eight-pole safety devices.
- 8 × 0.34 mm² shielded cable supports dependable signal transmission.
- Free cable end provides flexibility for control cabinet and terminal wiring.
- Black PVC construction provides a robust cable solution for industrial machinery.
- Suitable for compatible ABB safety sensors, safety light curtains and connection equipment.
Key Features
- ABB M12-C103 connection cable.
- 10 m cable length.
- Straight M12-8 female connector.
- Free cable end for flexible termination.
- Eight 0.34 mm² conductors.
- Shielded cable construction.
- Black PVC cable jacket.
- 24 V rated voltage.
- 2 A rated current.
- IP67 / IP69K connector protection for demanding industrial applications.
Reliable Eight-Pole Connectivity for Industrial Safety Systems
Industrial safety devices can require multiple safety, status, reset and auxiliary signals between the field equipment and machine control system. The ABB M12-C103 provides eight conductors within a shielded cable and a factory-fitted M12-8 female connector, simplifying installation while providing a defined connection interface at the safety device.
The 10 m cable length makes the M12-C103 particularly useful where safety equipment is distributed around larger machines. Compatible ABB applications include selected Orion safety light curtains, Adam OSSD devices, Magne electromagnetic process locks and OCB connection boxes, making the cable a versatile accessory within ABB machine-safety installations.
Typical Applications
- Compatible ABB Orion safety light curtain installations.
- ABB Adam OSSD safety sensor connections.
- Compatible ABB Magne process-locking devices.
- ABB OCB safety sensor connection boxes.
- Machine guarding and access protection systems.
- Industrial automation and machine-safety field wiring.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Cable / Connector | |
|---|---|---|
| Product group | Safety accessories | |
| Reference | 20-056-40 | |
| ABB order code | 2TLA020056R4000 | |
| Product type | M12 sensor / actuator connection cable | |
| Cable length | 10 m | |
| Device connector | M12-8 female, straight | |
| Opposite end | Free cable end | |
| Number of poles | 8 | |
| Conductor configuration | 8 × 0.34 mm² | |
| Wire gauge | 22 AWG | |
| Cable construction | Shielded | |
| Cable jacket material | PVC | |
| Cable jacket colour | Black | |
| Rated voltage | 24 V | |
| Rated current | 2 A | |
| Protection rating | IP67 / IP69K | |
| Ambient temperature | -20 to +80 °C | |
| Cable outside diameter | 6.5 mm | |
| Product net weight | 0.478 kg | |
| GTIN / EAN | 7350024452471 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB M12-C103 used for?
The ABB M12-C103 is a 10 m shielded eight-pole connection cable used with compatible ABB safety sensors, light curtains, connection boxes and other industrial safety equipment.
Which connector is fitted to the ABB M12-C103?
The M12-C103 is fitted with a straight M12-8 female connector and has a free cable end at the opposite end.
How long is the ABB M12-C103 cable?
The ABB M12-C103 has a cable length of 10 m.
How many conductors does the ABB M12-C103 have?
The cable contains eight 0.34 mm² conductors plus shielding, providing eight-pole connectivity for compatible industrial safety devices.
What is the protection rating of the ABB M12-C103?
The M12-C103 is specified with IP67 / IP69K protection, supporting installation in demanding industrial machine-safety environments when correctly connected.
Trusted ABB Machine-Safety Connectivity
ABB M12 connection cables provide machine builders and automation engineers with robust, pre-assembled connectivity for integrating safety sensors, optical protective devices and associated field equipment into industrial machine-control systems.
