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Mencom's MCVH connectors deliver a practical, field-repairable power connection solution for industrial environments where pre-molded cordsets fall short — particularly valuable for on-site cable modifications and custom length requirements in manufacturing plants. • 600V / 30A maximum rating across 6-pole and 8-pole configurations, targeting high-power industrial applications

  • M23 circular interface with both panel-mount receptacles (straight and right-angle) and field-wireable connectors
  • Field-wireable versions accept cable outer diameters from 7.5 mm to 18 mm, enabling direct on-site assembly and custom cable lengths
  • Crimp termination construction resists vibration, shock, and wire strain for long-term reliability in demanding conditions
  • IP67-rated watertight seal when mated, providing dust and moisture protection in harsh industrial environments

MCVH Connectors: Power M23 Solutions for Harsh Environments

Mencom Corporation, a leading industrial electrical connectors manufacturer, continues to empower high-power applications with its MCVH connectors. Available in 6 and 8 pole configurations, the MCVH series is engineered for a wide range of applications in rugged environments, delivering a dependable maximum rating of 600V and 30A.

Mencom offers its MCVH circular connectors available in receptacles and field-wireable connectors, featuring the widely utilized M23 interface. The receptacles are designed for panel mounting and come in both straight and right-angle orientations to meet a variety of installation requirements. The field-wireable versions are engineered as versatile passive devices for seamless integration with raw cables, accommodating outside diameters from 7.5 mm to 18 mm. They are particularly useful when pre-molded cordsets are unavailable or cabling requires repair/modification. This solution enables easy on-site assembly, allowing for the adjustment of existing cable setups and the creation of custom cable lengths directly on the plant floor.

The MCVH connectors, featuring crimp termination, are built to withstand mechanical stresses such as vibration, shock, and strain on wire strands, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environments. When mated, they provide a secure, watertight seal with an IP67 rating for reliable protection against dust, moisture, and harsh industrial conditions. These connectors are ideal for a wide range of applications, including active and passive I/O boxes, drives, encoders, harsh commercial environments, resolvers, and safety systems.

Mencom also offers both male and female crimp pins for various wire gauge sizes between 12 AWG and 26 AWG, along with a selection of tools including the crimp tool (CCPZ-MIL), locator tool (MCTP-VH6-8), and assembly tool (MCV-001) to assist with the installation of the female threaded connector.

**Please visit www.mencom.com for more details.**

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Simon McLoughlin

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