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M12-FM-Series
Compensated Field Mountable M12 Thermocouple Connectors
- Field Mount
- Includes Thermocouple Pins and Sockets
- Improves Accuracy Over Standard Connectors
- M12 Connections Provide Convenient Connection to Equipment
Product Overview
- Additional Features 1 Field Mountable
- Enclosure Ratings IP67
- Number of Pins Sockets 4
- Operating Temperature, Max 85 °C
- Operating Temperature, Min -25 °C
- Probe Diameter, Max 6 mm
- Probe Diameter, Min 4 mm
- Series ID M12-FM-Series
- Wire Gauge 24 to 18 AWG
Supported Applications
The Omega M12-FM Series consists of compensated field mountable thermocouple connectors designed for installation on existing sensor or extension cables. These units are engineered to maintain measurement accuracy when exposed to temperature gradients, addressing performance limitations found in standard brass or copper pin and socket connections.
Operating Conditions & Performance
The series is rated IP67 and supports a maximum connector temperature of 85°C (185°F). The connectors accommodate cables with #18 to #24AWG conductors and an outer diameter ranging from 4 to 6 mm (0.16 to 0.24"). Electrical connections are established via screw-type terminals within the M12 housing.
Thermocouple Types
The series supports single and dual thermocouple configurations for the following types:- Type K (Chromel/Alumel)
- Type J (Iron/Constantan)
- Type T (Copper/Constantan)
- Type E (Chromel/Constantan)
Color Coding Standards
The connectors adhere to ANSI and IEC color codes for positive and negative terminals:- Type K: Yellow/Red (ANSI), Green/White (IEC)
- Type J: White/Red (ANSI), Black/White (IEC)
- Type T: Blue/Red (ANSI), Brown/White (IEC)
- Type E: Purple/Red (ANSI), Rose/White (IEC)
Configuration Options
The M12-FM Series offers configurable options for mounting orientation, gender, and channel count to suit specific field installation requirements.- Mechanical Configuration: Available in straight or right-angled styles.
- Connector Gender: Offered as male (pin) or female (socket).
- Channel Count: Single thermocouple models and dual thermocouple models are available. Dual configurations use a two-letter type designation in the model number (e.g., M12-KK-S-M-FM for Type K, straight, male).
Dimensions
The physical envelope is consistent across variants with specific dimensional differences between genders:- Diameter: 19.1 mm (0.75 in)
- Hex Size: 12.84 mm (0.505 in)
- Keyway Location: 38.1 mm (1.50 in) from end
- Overall Length (Female): 54.1 mm (2.13 in)
- Overall Length (Male): 59 mm (2.32 in)
Key Product Differences
The series distinguishes variants by thermocouple type, orientation, gender, and channel count within the model number structure: M12----FM.- Type Designation: Single letters (K, J, T, E) denote single-channel connectors; double letters (KK, JJ, TT, EE) denote dual-channel connectors.
- Orientation Code: "-S" indicates a straight connector; "-R" indicates a right-angled connector.
- Gender Code: "-M" specifies male pin connections; "-F" specifies female socket connections.
PDFs & Manuals