Can the connectors of different codes of M12 be plugged into and out of each other? What would be the consequences if they are forcibly mixed and plugged in?

Intermateability of Different Coded M12 Connectors & Risks of Forced Mating

Core Compatibility Principle

Absolutely Not Intermateable : M12 connectors with different coding types cannot be plugged into each other at all, this is a strict industrial safety specification and must be abided by in use.

Failure Reasons & Severe Consequences of Forced Mating

Structural Design Anti-mismatch

Different coded M12 connectors are designed with different locking slot positions. Forced plugging will directly cause bending, deformation and even fracture of the precision metal pins of the connector.

Severe Electrical Fault Risk

If forced mating is successful by accident, the inconsistent pin definition will lead to circuit misconnection, which will burn out the equipment interface module and internal circuit in an instant, and cause serious failure of industrial equipment.

Technical Note: The anti-mismatch structural design of different coded connectors is a protective mechanism, which is to avoid equipment damage caused by wrong insertion. Please strictly select the connector matching the equipment interface coding type.

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