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and disconnections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocking Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e: M12 x 1 threaded interface provides a secure and reliable connection that resists vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTermination Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Mount (Field Attachable):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrew Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allows for easy assembly without special tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolder Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides a secure connection but requires soldering equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrimp Termination\u003c\/strong\u003e: Offers a reliable connection with appropriate crimping 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Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIEC 61076-2-101\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compliant with international standards for M12 connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoHS and REACH Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensures materials are free from hazardous substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUL and CSA Listings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Certifications\u003c\/strong\u003e: Some connectors may have additional safety certifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial 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The front face features four gold-plated male pins arranged according to the A-coding standard. The threaded locking mechanism surrounds the pins, allowing it to screw into a female M12 connector securely. 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