The M12 Coding Trap — Why D-Coded Matters
The metal shell, nickel-plated, carries full 360° shielding; the IP67 rating means the O-ring at the panel face keeps washdown water and dust out when mated to the matching cordset.
Mounting and Sealing — Bulkhead Fit Checklist
Panel-mount, through-hole, right-angle solder termination: the threaded bulkhead fastens with a rear-side nut, and the board locks (Board Guide, Board Lock features) keep the connector aligned during reflow and resist vibration shear. M12-4 shell size mates with standard M12 cordset receptacles; the D-coded keyway is non-negotiable — confirm the mating half carries the same D orientation before wiring the harness.
Lifecycle and Sourcing — Active, No Cross-Reference
Active lifecycle per the TE listing — no last-time-buy window, no obsolescence notice. No official direct replacement or equivalent on record; the D-coded keyway and 4-position count mean a substitute would need the same shell size, coding, and pinout to be form-fit-function compatible.