Time-Saving Options for Field-Installation Wiring Needs in Factory Automation and Industrial Controls
Take advantage of 3M's range of connectors that offer time savings and reliability for your wiring needs. By offering solutions to optimize new networks and easily modify existing networks, these connectors are made to meet the industry's challenges. And we have the Specialist knowledge to help you benefit from 3M’s customization options, allowing you to seamlessly integrate their leading products into your manufacturing processes.
3M™ Mini-Clamp, Link and Power Clamp Connectors
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3M Mini-Clamp and Link Connector
Mini-Clamp Common Socket
3M™ Mini-Clamp Common Socket accepts up to two 3M Mini-Clamp Plugs that enable space and wire savings. Power and signal splitting on the sensor wire are supported as well. All 3M Mini-Clamp Connectors utilize Insulation Displacement Technology. These connectors allow for a simple, labor-saving, field-terminable installation process using a standard pair of pliers. The semi-transparent cover allows a quick installation inspection.
Water-Resistant Boot
3M™ Water-Resistant Boot, 378 Series provides IP67 protection for the 3M Mini-Clamp Connectors. IP67 provides full protection against dust and other particulates. It also provides water resistance, with full immersion for up to 30 minutes at 1-meter depth. The 3M Water-Resistant Boot works for a wide range of cable bundle diameters from 2.5 - 6.0 mm. This is field-installable with no special tools, including heat sources, required.
Mini-Clamp Wiremount Plug and Socket
3M™ Mini-Clamp Plug, 371 Series featuring IDC termination offer a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. 3M™ Mini-Clamp Socket, 373 Series featuring IDC termination offers a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. Both are suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 28 to 20AWG and requiring 32V, 3.0A max. Common applications are connecting sensors and switches to equipment.
Mini-Clamp Boardmount Sockets
3M™ Mini-Clamp Socket, 372 Series are boardmount connectors with right-angle and straight solder tails that mate with the 3M Mini-Clamp Plug, 371 Series featuring IDC termination offers a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. They are suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 28 to 20AWG and requiring 32V, 3.0A max. Common applications are connecting sensors and switches to equipment.
381 Series Wiremount Link Connector
3M™ Link Connector, 381 Series featuring IDC termination offers a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. It is suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 22 to 16AWG and requiring 16V, 6.0A max. Common applications are branching and splicing into the existing network.
382 Series Boardmount Link Connector
3M™ Link Connector, 382 Series are boardmount connectors that mate with the 3M Link Connector, 382 Series featuring IDC termination offering a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. It is suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 22 to 16AWG and requiring 16V, 6.0A max. Common applications are branching and splicing into the existing network.
Branch Mini-Clamp Link Connector
3M™ Branch Mini-Clamp Link Connector, 38A Series enables branching into the main network wire (20 to 16 AWG) from sensor lines terminated by a 3M Mini-Clamp Connector. The branching function allows for a simpler system with a direct-to-network connection, which helps to reduce cable usage and lower network latencies.
387 Series Branch Link Connector
3M™ One Piece Branch Link Connector, 387 Series enables branching into the main network wire (20 to 16 AWG) with a one-piece connector that is field-terminable and requires no special equipment. Available in a Splash-proof (IPX4) version for applications where there may be water condensation or near wet operations, such as washing operations for foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Power Clamp Wiremount Plug and Socket
3M™ Power Clamp Wiremount Plug and socket, 358 and 355 Series featuring IDC termination offer a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. Suitable wiring applications inlcude using 3-4 wires 20 to 18AWG and requiring 250V, 6.0-10.0A max. Common applications are field networking systems.
Power Clamp Headers
3M™ Power Clamp Header, 356 Series are boardmount connectors with right-angle solder tails or straight solder tails that mate with the 3M Power Clamp Wiremount Plug, 358 Series featuring IDC termination offer a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. It is suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 20 to 18AWG and requiring 250V, 6.0-10.0A max. Common applications are field networking systems.
Power Clamp Branch Connectors
3M™ Power Clamp Branch Connector, 357 Series Y-Type and H-type IDC termination offer a time-saving, reliable, and field-installable wiring solution. It is suitable for wiring applications using 3-4 wires 20 to 18AWG and requiring 250V, 6.0-10.0A max. Common applications are field networking systems. The Y-type branching allows 1:2 signal splitting while the H-type branching allows 1:3 signal splitting.