About HARTING mechanical technologies

HARTING is one of the world's premier manufacturers of interconnect technology. This 100% family-owned German business creates high-quality connection solutions for data, signal, and power transfer products for customers around the world.

Starting out as a mechanical workshop in 1945 founded by a husband and wife team, the Harting family company now has its headquarters in Espelkamp, Germany, with over a dozen production sites across the globe.

The HARTING company’s easy-to-use and durable electronic products have become an industry standard over the decades, making a HARTING connector the go-to choice in many fields. 

What are the benefits of HARTING connector technology?

The brand's signature Han® product line is designed and built to provide quick and easy handling, boasting tool-free assembly and flexible use. The robust performance of these products ensures a long life cycle.

HARTING also manufactures its DIN41612, D-Sub, RJ45, and sensor connectors to the same standard of quality – ensuring great performance from each HARTING connector, with compact designs suitable for a wide range of applications.

The HARTING technology group is known for developing innovative cable assemblies that are not only built to last, but also provide unique design systems with easily modified products. Its modular connector systems allow customers to adapt them to suit their specific requirements, with fast assembly that doesn’t require special tools. The progress of this type of future-proof design shows that the company are truly experts in their field.

Which sectors are HARTING products suited to?

HARTING's products are commonly employed in the following sectors and services:

• Agricultural technology
• Automation services
• Data centre operations
• Energy
• Food production
• Manufacturing (including metalworking and plastic production)
• Medical technology
• Robotics
• Transportation
• Power generation
• Electrical sensors

Rugged and powerful, yet lightweight and compact enough to be configurable for countless applications – from electrical engineering and factory automation to telecommunications and entertainment broadcasting – HARTING technologies are always a smart investment. 

When using HARTING connectors, you’ll also be supporting an environmentally friendly manufacturer, as the company is ISO 14001 certified. We are proud to support their products as an authorised HARTING supplier.

HARTING connection technology at Northern Connectors

We have been an authorised distribution partner of HARTING products since 1998, and our long-standing partnership enables us to provide our customers with unrivalled technical expertise and support.

For help and advice with a HARTING connector solution to meet your needs, get in touch with our expert team today.

No matter which type of HARTING electronic connector you are looking for, when you come to us as a HARTING distributor, our experts can help you find the right solutions to ensure protection and improve your business systems.

HARTING's products are available in a wide range of different variations, including a choice of locking mechanisms and termination options. Northern Connectors can assist you in selecting the product that will work best for you.

Why choose us for HARTING industrial connectors?

We're one of the UK’s most trusted suppliers of high-quality industrial connectors, with more than 40 years of industry experience behind us.

Northern Connectors has been an authorised HARTING distributor in the UK for 25 of those years, winning the HARTING Specialist Electronic Distributor of the Year Award several times.

As such, we have a strong relationship with our partners at HARTING, allowing us to provide bespoke services and informed technical guidance for customers who come to us as a reputable HARTING supplier.

What are the benefits of choosing Northern Connectors?

Here are some of the benefits you can expect from our trusted service at Northern Connectors:

• Quality assurance (ISO 9001-certified)
• Personalised sales support and rapid service
• Full manufacturer support and UK technical contacts
• Scheduled order arrangements and flexible call-off
• We deliver stocked items next-day
• Low minimum order requirement

As trusted stockists of HARTING connector technology in the UK market, you can rely on us to supply core HARTING products and a selection of wire protection solutions to suit the majority of mechanical industry needs. 

Get in touch with our team to discuss our HARTING catalogue and lead times.

Contact us for customised solutions

Our friendly and professional team is always pleased to offer reliable assistance and advice on customised solutions.

So, don’t hesitate to speak to us for guidance on the best HARTING connector or accessory to meet the demands of your business.

To find out more about our complete range of HARTING electronic connectors, reach out today. 

Call us on 01744 815 001, or fill out our contact form and we’ll be in touch soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of connectors do you supply from HARTING?

HARTING manufactures a range of connectors and cable assemblies tailored to various specifications, and we supply the majority of HARTING’s product series at Northern Connectors.

As you can see from the categories listed on this page, HARTING offers a variety of circular connectors, rectangular connectors, PCB connectors, and more, so you’re certain to find a HARTING product that suits your application.

If you are looking for a specific type of industrial connector or accessory, these are the HARTING series you should be considering:

• HARTING circular connectors – 7-8", Han® F+B, M8 A-Coded, M12, M12 Stainless Steel, and M23 Signal Power & Hybrid
• HARTING rectangular connectors – Han®, Han® 1A, Han-Eco®, Han-Modular®, and PushPull Industrial V4
• HARTING D-sub connectors – plus D-subminiature connector housings and accessories
• HARTING Ethernet connectors – Har-Port and Industrial RJ45 Ethernet
• HARTING PCB connectors – Har-flex® and Har-flexicon®

Of course, you can always browse our website by connector type using the dropdown menu located at the top, which will reveal all products of that type we supply, including those by HARTING.

If you cannot find a particular HARTING connector or related product on our website, please get in touch and we’ll see what we can do for you.

Do HARTING connectors have an IP rating?

Yes, the various types of connectors and accessories manufactured by HARTING come with an IP rating to indicate their suitability for use in particular environments. 

You can search our website to filter products by IP rating using the ‘Characteristics’ dropdown menu at the top of the page, then click to view available products from HARTING with that IP rating. 

Alternatively, here is a quick guide to which IP ratings apply to HARTING products, and which HARTING series are available in each IP rating:

• IP20 – D-Sub Connectors, Han® 1A, Har-flex®, Har-flexicon®, Har-Port, Industrial RJ45 Ethernet, and M12
• IP44 – Han® and Han-Modular®
• IP65 – 7-8", Han®, Han® 1A, Han-Eco®, Han-Modular®, Industrial RJ45 Ethernet, M12, M12 Stainless Steel, and PushPull Industrial V4
• IP66 – Han-Eco®
• IP67 –7-8", D-Sub Connectors, Han®, Han® F+B, Han-Modular®, Har-Port,  Industrial RJ45 Ethernet, M8 A-Coded, M12, M12 Stainless Steel, M23 Signal Power & Hybrid, and PushPull Industrial V4
• IP68 – Han® and Han-Modular®
• IP69K – Han®, Han® F+B, Han-Modular®, and M23 Signal Power & Hybrid

Once you know which collection is likely to meet your IP requirements, you can click on the relevant HARTING series above to view further information on the product page and download the brochure.

For the most rigorous environments, products with a rating of IP6X guarantee total dust protection, while those with a rating of IPX8 guarantee protection against water ingress. HARTING connectors with an IP69K rating are most beneficial when the application requires watertight connectors.

As a long-established HARTING supplier, you can always get in touch if you have any questions about the IP ratings of the products we stock.

Which HARTING series is best for my application?

We provide the ability to search by industry via the ‘Industries’ dropdown menu linked at the top of the page, so you can select which industrial application you require then discover which brands provide products for that industry.

Downloadable PDFs are also available for this purpose from our Resources section.

Identifying the HARTING connector that matches the minimum requirements for your intended application will depend on several factors. 

You’ll need to know which termination style, cable diameter, wire gauge, IP rating, and power ratings the product should have, in addition to the number of contacts and connection style. You can check these against the details listed on each HARTING product series page.

Here are some examples of HARTING series that are suitable for common industrial applications:

• Automation – PushPull Industrial V4
• Food and beverage processing – Han® F+B
• Machine tools – Han® 1A
• Logistics and conveyors – M12, M12 Stainless Steel, and M23 Signal Power & Hybrid
• Renewable energy – Han-Modular®

Should you need further assistance identifying the appropriate HARTING series or specific HARTING product for your needs, you can always contact us for guidance.

Being a HARTING distributor for many years now, we have the necessary knowledge to help you choose the right HARTING connector series.