Generally speaking, M8 connector selection of the main points have four aspects, as follows:
1、the electrical performance requirements: M8 connectors required current will tend to control many of the overall characteristics of the low-current connector is usually different from the connector process required to carry high current, the connector needs to carry the current is one of the important elements of the choice of connector. If a high current level is envisaged, then a specific type of connector will be appropriate, and these connectors tend to be larger, in addition to the need for small current levels can be used in the case of more sophisticated connectors.
2、the application of environmental requirements: environmental requirements can play an important role in the selection of any connector, many M8 connectors are only suitable for benign environments, while other connectors may need to meet the temperature, humidity, vibration, corrosion resistance and other applications.
3、 the connection: the first step in the selection of M8 connectors may be to define the purpose of the connector product, such as board end to board end, line end to board end, line end to line end and other connection methods.
4、operational requirements: In some equipment for special circumstances of operation, but also the need for long-term sealing, waterproof connector to reduce the impact of moisture ingress and waterproof standards, these need to be considered as part of the selection decision-making process.
5、 space and structural requirements: M8 connectors available shape and space also depends on the whole product design programme structure, the connector pitch size, size height will be affected.
