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608556-0001 Danaher

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The 608556-0001 is a Dynapar encoder cable assembly with an M12 connector. The A-coded encoder end and flying leads support clean mating and straightforward field termination. A -40C to +80C wire rating makes this cable a strong fit for varied industrial environments.

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Product Description:

The 608556-0001 encoder cable is produced by Danaher as part of the Dynapar Encoder Cables series. It links a rotary encoder to a drive, PLC, or motion controller so that differential or single-ended position signals reach the control rack without degradation. A molded connector on one end and stripped conductors on the other reduce field wiring time in equipment such as indexing tables, conveyors, and packaging axes. This arrangement also supports direct routing between an encoder and the control enclosure without requiring an additional junction connector.

On the encoder side, the harness terminates in an M12 circular plug with an A-coded keying pattern that prevents connection to incompatible sensor types. The connector has a female interface with a 4-pin layout suited to incremental feedback connections. Four color-coded conductors carry channel A, channel B, the power supply, and the common connection. Each conductor is sized at 24 AWG, keeping the cable bundle compact while supporting low-current logic transmission over typical machine distances. The separate conductors allow each signal and power connection to be terminated individually at the control end.

The opposite end has flying leads, allowing the conductors to connect to terminal blocks, solder lugs, or crimp contacts according to the panel wiring arrangement. Classified as a cable assembly, the product uses continuous-flex wire for moving machinery and repeated cable routing. The cable remains operational at temperatures as low as -40 °C and as high as +80 °C, covering cold storage equipment and warm industrial environments. Its silicone-free outer insulation resists oil and coolant splashes while protecting the core insulation during repeated bending. The combination of a molded encoder connector and individually accessible leads supports mobile carriages, static encoder installations, and equipment with compact terminal spaces.

Connection Type
Cable Assembly
Encoder Coding
A-Coded
Encoder Connector
M12
Encoder Gender
Female
Lead Count
4
Max Temp (wire Only)
+80C
Min Temp (wire Only)
-40C
Non-encoder End
Flying Leads
Pin Count
4
Wire Gauge
24AWG

Frequently Asked Questions about 608556-0001:

Q: What type of encoder connector is used on the 608556-0001 cable assembly?

A: The 608556-0001 cable assembly uses an M12 female connector for encoder interfacing.

Q: What is the maximum wire temperature rating for the 608556-0001 cable?

A: This cable assembly supports a maximum operating wire temperature of +80°C.

Q: How many leads and pins does the 608556-0001 encoder cable have?

A: The 608556-0001 features 4 leads and a matching 4-pin configuration for connections.

Q: What wire gauge is used in the 608556-0001 encoder cable?

A: The wire gauge for this encoder cable is 24AWG, suitable for signal transmission.

Q: What type of termination is provided on the non-encoder end of the 608556-0001?

A: The non-encoder end of the 608556-0001 is supplied as flying leads for flexible installation.

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