The IFM EBC046 is an eight-port PNP splitter box designed for reliable sensor and actuator connectivity in industrial automation systems. It features eight M12 ports and a 20 m PUR cable for extended installation flexibility. The robust PA housing provides IP65, IP67 and IP68 protection. LED indication, gold-plated contacts and drag-chain suitability support dependable operation in demanding machinery.
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The EBC046 provides eight M12 ports for connecting multiple sensors and actuators through one centralized field connection. This helps simplify machine wiring and provides a structured connection point for field devices. The eight-port design is suitable for automation systems with multiple sensors. Centralized wiring can also make troubleshooting and maintenance easier.
The EBC046 uses PNP technology and operates from 10...30 V DC. Each port can handle up to 4 A, while the maximum total current is 12 A. This provides reliable power and signal distribution for connected field devices. The M12 A-coded interfaces support standardized industrial connectivity.
The 20 m PUR cable provides extended reach for large machines and production systems. The cable is halogen-free and suitable for industrial applications requiring mechanical durability. It is designed for moving cable applications and drag-chain installation. The recommended bending radius should be maintained during installation.
The PA housing provides IP65, IP67 and IP68 protection depending on installation conditions. Sixteen yellow LEDs provide switching status while one green LED indicates operation. These visual indicators help simplify commissioning and fault identification. Gold-plated contacts support stable and reliable electrical connections.
8 M12 ports
PNP electrical design
10...30 V DC operation
20 m PUR cable
4 A maximum current per port
12 A maximum total current
IP65/IP67/IP68 protection
16 yellow switching LEDs
1 green operation LED
Gold-plated contacts
Drag-chain suitable
More than 2 million bending cycles
Industrial automation systems
Factory automation
Machine tools
CNC machinery
Large production machines
Sensor and actuator connections
Moving machine applications
Coolant and lubricant environments
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | EBC046 |
| Model | ZDO8H05HMSS0020H19 |
| 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 | IP65 / IP67 / IP68 |
| Housing Material | PA |
| Mounting | Backplane mounting |
| Dimensions | 127 × 54 × 22 mm |
| Weight | 2962 g |
| Cable Length | 20 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 |
| Locking Nut | Brass, nickel-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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