The IFM EBC042 is an eight-port PNP splitter box designed for reliable sensor and actuator connectivity in industrial automation. It provides eight M12 ports and a 15 m PUR cable for extended installation flexibility. The robust PA housing offers IP67 and IP68 protection for harsh industrial environments. Multiple LED indicators provide clear status information during operation and maintenance.
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The EBC042 provides eight M12 ports for centralized connection of multiple sensors and actuators. Its higher port count makes it suitable for machines requiring several field-device connections. Centralized wiring helps reduce cable complexity and improves machine organization. The splitter box can be positioned close to connected devices for efficient installation.
The EBC042 features PNP electrical technology and operates from 10...30 V DC. Each port supports up to 4 A, with a maximum total current of 12 A. This allows reliable distribution of power and signals to connected industrial devices. The standardized M12 connection supports convenient field integration.
The 15 m PUR cable provides additional installation flexibility for larger machines and production systems. Its halogen-free construction supports industrial application requirements. The cable is suitable for dynamic installations and drag-chain use under specified conditions. Maintaining the recommended bending radius helps improve cable service life.
The EBC042 provides sixteen yellow switching LEDs and one green operation LED. These indicators allow individual connection status to be checked quickly. Clear LED feedback can simplify commissioning, troubleshooting and routine maintenance. The robust housing and reliable connectors support continuous industrial operation.
8 M12 ports
PNP electrical design
10...30 V DC operating voltage
15 m PUR cable
4 A maximum current per port
12 A maximum total current
IP67/IP68 protection
16 yellow switching LEDs
1 green operation LED
Gold-plated contacts
Drag-chain suitable
Silicone-free construction
Industrial automation systems
Factory automation
Machine tools
CNC machinery
Production lines
Sensor and actuator connections
Moving machine equipment
Coolant and lubricant environments
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | EBC042 |
| Model | ZDO8H05HMSS0015H19 |
| Product Type | Splitter Box |
| Electrical Design | PNP |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Connector Type | M12 |
| Connector Coding | A-coded |
| Operating Voltage | 10...30 V DC |
| Protection Class | II |
| Maximum Current per Port | 4 A |
| Maximum Total Current | 12 A |
| Protection Rating | IP67 / IP68 |
| Housing Material | PA |
| Dimensions | 127 × 54 × 22 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2261 g |
| Cable Length | 15 m |
| Cable Material | PUR |
| Cable Diameter | 9.7 mm |
| Cable Cores | 16 × 0.34 mm² + 3 × 1.0 mm² |
| Cable Construction | Halogen-free |
| Contacts | Gold-plated |
| Tightening Torque | 0.8...1.5 Nm |
| Ambient Temperature | -25...80 °C |
| Moving Temperature | -5...60 °C |
| Flexible Bending Radius | Min. 10 × cable diameter |
| Bending Cycles | >2 million |
| Drag-Chain Suitability | Yes |
| Switching Status | 16 × yellow LED |
| Operation Status | 1 × green LED |
| Items Supplied | 2 protective caps, 8 labels |
| Pack Quantity | 1 piece |
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