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608556-0100 Danaher

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The 608556-0100 is a Danaher Dynapar encoder cable assembly built with an M12 A-coded female encoder-side connector and flying leads at the non-encoder end. A 4-lead layout with 24 AWG conductors supports clean encoder integration and straightforward field termination. A wire temperature range from -40 C to +80 C makes the assembly a strong choice for demanding industrial service.

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Product Description:

The 608556-0100 belongs to the Dynapar Encoder Cables series produced by Danaher. It is supplied as an interconnect that links incremental or absolute encoders to motion controllers within automated machinery. By matching the pinout of common M12 encoder sockets to open conductor ends, the cable allows position feedback signals to travel through a single shielded run instead of requiring individual wires to be crimped in the field. This arrangement reduces assembly time and helps prevent wiring errors in control panels.

The product is a cable assembly, so the conductors, insulation, and molded connector arrive terminated and ready for installation. A total length of 100 meters supports long conveyor or gantry axes without intermediate junctions. The encoder side terminates in an M12 A-coded female plug that threads directly onto a corresponding sensor connection. The jacket contains 4 leads, and each lead is rated for continuous operation at temperatures up to +80 °C. The minimum operating temperature is -40 °C, permitting use in freezers and other cold industrial settings. These temperature limits establish the operating range of the insulation and shielding system, while the molded strain relief protects the cable near the connector during movement.

The controller end is supplied with flying leads, allowing the conductors to connect to screw terminals, solder cups, or splice blocks as required. Signal mapping remains direct because the circular connector has 4 pins that correspond to the individual conductors. Each conductor is made from tinned copper and sized at 24 AWG. This wire size balances voltage drop across the cable’s long run with the flexibility needed for routing through machinery and control cabinets. The open lead format permits the controller-side conductors to be cut, stripped, and arranged for the selected terminal layout without adding another connector. Shielding helps protect encoder signals from electrical noise generated by nearby motors, drives, and switching equipment.

Assembly Type
Cable Assembly
Cable Length
100 Meters
Encoder-side Connector
M12 A-Coded (Female)
Lead Count
4
Max Wire Temp
+80 C
Min Wire Temp
-40 C
Non-encoder End
Flying Leads
Pin Count
4
Wire Gauge
24 AWG

Frequently Asked Questions about 608556-0100:

Q: What is the cable length of the 608556-0100 encoder cable?

A: The 608556-0100 cable assembly is 100 meters long.

Q: What type of connector is provided on the encoder side of the 608556-0100?

A: This cable assembly includes an M12 A-coded female connector on the encoder side.

Q: What type of termination does the non-encoder end of the 608556-0100 use?

A: The non-encoder end of the 608556-0100 cable has flying leads for flexible termination options.

Q: What is the wire gauge of the 608556-0100 cable assembly?

A: The 608556-0100 cable uses 24 AWG wires.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the 608556-0100 encoder cable?

A: This cable assembly is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +80°C.

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