New SMT slimline circular connectors in M12 format with standard footprint

Provertha is expanding its SMT solution portfolio for PCB connection with the Slimline M12 connector series. The new connectors are impressive thanks to their slim design, robust spring-elastic contact design, and compatibility with other manufacturers' circular connectors. The connectors for PCB mounting are available in two versions: unshielded or shielded with a one-piece shield clip using SMT connection technology.

Thanks to the spring-elastic contacts and an enlarged soldering surface connection to the contacts, these connectors attain at least 30% more resistance to the SMT connections breaking off under high mechanical stress compared to standard M12 SMT connectors on the market. Their standard market-based footprint makes them compatible with the most used SMT circular connectors available, and they can easily be used as an alternative without changes to the PCB layout design.

The M12 Slimline products can be used flexibly thanks to selectable codings (A, B, and D) – for example for sensor-actuator applications in industrial automation, for industrial Ethernet networks, and in miniaturised applications that are exposed to high stresses.

The Slimline female versions have a special contact design for high functional reliability under mechanical loads and are available with heights of 17mm and 18mm. The small design makes the connectors ideal for applications with limited installation space. Another component for miniaturisation is the special design for close arrangement of the new tamper-proof M12 installation housing, which allows either push-pull or screw locking.

The connectors with IP67 protection class have very good technical characteristics, e.g. a wide temperature range from -40C to +125C and a high current carrying capacity. The new connectors are high-temperature-resistant, high-performance thermoplastic with high tracking resistance. The CTI value is over 600.

All M12 SMT Slimline connectors are created for reliable processability in the fully automated SMT process thanks to the high-temperature-resistant pick-and-place suction pads and tape-and-reel packaging. Narrow tapes permit the connectors to be accommodated on the feeder bank of the placement machine and take up minimal space.

The new PCB connector solutions in M12 format complement the high-performance D-Sub connectors for PCB applications (TMC products). They can be quickly and specifically adapted to the company's modular system.