A 12-pin has been added to the series 718 and 768 lines of M8 connectors. The pin’s gold-plated contacts allow for more data connections in a small form connector, making it easy to combine multiple connections into one connector to save panel space. The IP67-rated connectors typically are used with automation-related products, including photoelectric, proximity and temperature sensors. The pin is available in male or female molded cable and panel-mount connectors with cable lengths of 2 and 5 m and a standard single wire length of 200 mm.