Telegärtner has introduced a new four-pin RJ45 connector, the MP8(4), for PROFINET installations. This modular connector is compatible with existing MP8(8) crimp tools, inserts, and strain relief boots, enabling assembly without additional tooling. Accepting AWG22/7 and AWG22/19 conductors up to 1.6 mm diameter, it supports data transmission speeds of up to 100 Mbit/s and Power over Ethernet Plus (IEEE 802.3at). UL listed and compliant with PROFINET Installation Guideline, it is available from stock.
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Telegärtner Unveils MP8(4) Four-Pin RJ45 Connector For PROFINET Applications
Telegärtner introduces the MP8(4), a four-pin RJ45 connector designed specifically for PROFINET networks. Building upon its existing PROFINET patch cable lineup, this optimized connector can now be ordered individually. The compact housing accommodates four-wire Ethernet assemblies without compromising performance or reliability. It integrates seamlessly into installation processes, delivering data throughput and space savings. Suited for industrial environments, the MP8(4) streamlines system architecture and reduces inventory complexity, enabling efficient network operations.
MP8(4) connector uses identical assembly process as MP8(8) Cat6A
According to Jasmin Hofbauer, Product Manager DataVoice at Telegärtner, the new MP8(4) connector is assembled using the identical process established for the MP8(8) Category 6A plug. Installers can employ the existing crimping tool, die insert, and strain relief boots without modification, ensuring seamless integration into efficient production workflows. This consistency eliminates training requirements, reduces setup times, and further minimizes errors, allowing cable manufacturers to maintain high quality in PROFINET assemblies.
Integrated conductor manager processes AWG22/7 and AWG22/19 conductors effectively
The integrated conductor management system accommodates AWG22/7 and AWG22/19 conductors up to 1.6 mm in diameter, precisely guiding and securing each strand for consistent and reliable contact and efficient assembly. It supports data transmission rates up to 100 Mbit/s and Power over Ethernet Plus according to IEEE 802.3at. With standardized performance and a robust design, this connector guarantees stable power and signal integrity, making it an ideal solution for efficient industrial PROFINET installations.
MP8(4) Connector Meets PROFINET Guideline And UL Listed Standards
The MP8(4) connector fully adheres to the PROFINET Installation Guideline and carries UL listing for international safety compliance. These certifications support seamless export of machines and equipment by ensuring alignment with stringent global regulations. In addition, Telegärtner maintains ample stock levels, enabling customers to procure the new four-pin RJ45 plug immediately. This combination of certified reliability and ready availability simplifies project planning and accelerates system deployments across diverse industrial environments.
MP8(4) streamlines production, reduces costs, ensures reliable PROFINET connections
Both professional cable assemblers and end users assembling their own patch cables benefit from the MP8(4). By leveraging established tooling and a streamlined connector lineup, production workflows become faster, inventory expenses drop, and error risks diminish. This efficiency boost allows technicians to concentrate on what truly matters: delivering stable and high-performance PROFINET connections in industrial networks. The MP8(4) thus ensures reliability, quality, and cost-effective cabling operations across diverse installation scenarios.
Telegärtners MP8(4) connector brings an integrated solution for PROFINET networks by combining streamlined assembly, compatibility, and approvals into a single modular design. Utilizing identical crimp and strain relief tools from the MP8(8) series, it ensures seamless integration for cable assemblers, accelerating production while preserving quality. Fully adhering to industry standards and featuring UL listing alongside rapid stock availability, this connector enables robust, efficient, and reliable Ethernet performance in industrial environments.
