The IFM EVC685 is a 4 m M12 connection cable designed for reliable industrial sensor and actuator connections. It features straight M12 connectors with five contacts and a durable PUR cable. Gold-plated contacts, silicone-free construction and high IP protection support reliable performance in demanding environments. Its drag-chain suitability makes it suitable for moving machinery and factory automation.
Explore performance details, construction highlights, applications, and technical information in one clear overview.
Introduction
The EVC685 provides a dependable M12-to-M12 connection for industrial automation components. Its 4 m cable length provides flexible routing between sensors, actuators and control equipment.
Connector and Cable Design
The cable features straight M12 plug and socket connections with five contacts. The 5 × 0.34 mm² PUR cable provides reliable electrical transmission and flexibility for industrial installations.
Industrial Durability
The EVC685 uses TPU connector bodies, nickel-plated brass locking nuts and Viton sealing. Gold-plated contacts, halogen-free construction and silicone-free materials support long-term industrial use.
Application Performance
The cable supports up to 60 V AC/DC and a 4 A current rating. It provides IP65, IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection and is suitable for drag-chain applications, with more than 5 million bending cycles and up to 3.3 m/s travel speed.
Key Features
4 m cable length
M12 straight plug
M12 straight socket
M12 to M12 connection
5-pin configuration
AC/DC electrical design
60 V AC/DC operating voltage
4 A current rating
5 × 0.34 mm² PUR cable
Gold-plated contacts
Halogen-free construction
Silicone-free design
Viton sealing
IP65, IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection
Drag-chain suitable
More than 5 million bending cycles
Torsional strain ±180°/m
Applications
Industrial automation
Factory automation
M12 sensor connections
Actuator connections
Machine control systems
Production machinery
Moving machine applications
Cable-chain installations
Industrial control equipment
Oil and coolant exposed environments
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | EVC685 |
| Model | VDOGH050MSS0004H05STGH050MSS |
| Product Type | Connection cable |
| Cable Length | 4 m |
| Connector 1 | M12 straight plug |
| Connector 2 | M12 straight socket |
| Connection | M12 to M12 |
| Number of Contacts | 5 |
| Coding | A-coded |
| Electrical Design | AC/DC |
| Operating Voltage | 60 V AC / 60 V DC |
| Current Rating | 4 A |
| cULus Current Rating | 3 A |
| Protection Class | II |
| Cable Material | PUR |
| Cable Cross Section | 5 × 0.34 mm² |
| Cable Diameter | 4.9 mm |
| Cable Colour | Black |
| Protection Rating | IP65, IP67, IP68, IP69K |
| Ambient Temperature | -25 to +90 °C |
| cULus Ambient Temperature | Max. 75 °C |
| Minimum Bending Radius | 10 × cable diameter |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 3.3 m/s |
| Bending Cycles | > 5 million |
| Torsional Strain | ±180°/m |
| Connector Housing | TPU, orange |
| Nut Material | Nickel-plated brass |
| Sealing Material | Viton |
| Contacts | Gold-plated |
| Cable Chain Suitable | Yes |
| Weight | Approx. 170 g |