Common applications of Hirschmann connectors

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Hirschmann has an enviable reputation for designing and manufacturing a range of top-quality, reliable, and robust connectors for various industries and applications, including audio-visual applications, high-speed data, Ethernet, sensors, actuators, and more.

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Read on to learn more about Hirschmann connectors and how they’re used across different industries. 

What are Hirschmann connectors used for?

Hirschmann connectors are used widely in industrial, automotive, and automation applications, including:

• Industrial networking

Hirschmann is the technology and market leader in industrial networking and delivers innovative solutions in the form of industrial Ethernet and connectors.

• Power supply and signal transmission

Renowned for its robust and compact power features, the Hirschmann ST series is often employed for power supply and signal transmission in industrial applications and mechanical engineering.

• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromagnetic actuators

The rugged Hirschmann valve connector series are square or rectangular and designed to suit the rigours of day-to-day work. This explains why they are commonly used for pneumatic, electromagnetic, and hydraulic actuators and sensors to ensure systems function as efficiently as possible.

• Robotics

Hirschmann circular connectors are used abundantly in automation technology, especially where there is a high risk of vibration. M12 A-Coded cable connectors boast an ergonomic design perfect for robotic applications, minimising the risk of system failure. 

• Renewable energy

Available in various configurations, the Hirschmann CA series offers robust ingress protection in the wettest, dustiest, and harshest environments – making it an excellent choice for renewable energy applications including solar panels, wind turbine blades, and battery storage, to name just a few.

• Transport infrastructure

From lighting and signals to engine control, Hirschmann has provided rugged connectors and connectivity solutions for the transport and infrastructure markets for many years – ensuring they perform safely, reliably, and efficiently. 

• Wastewater processing

Hirschmann technology is well-known for delivering stable connections in the most challenging conditions. Take the Hirschmann CA series, for example. Offering exceptional resistance to external influences, it’s a must-have for keeping wastewater treatment facilities efficient.

Why are Hirschmann connectors used?

Hirschmann connectors are immensely popular in industrial automation, machinery manufacturing, process control, and other fields.

What sets them apart from other industrial connectors is their high reliability and durability.

These connectors are built to be robust, preventing the ingress of water, dust, and other contaminants, and they ensure optimal performance in the harshest conditions.

Hirschmann connectors are also designed for quick and easy connection and disconnection – minimising downtime and increasing productivity. To simplify the installation process, most can be connected and disconnected manually without specialist tools – saving time, effort, and money.

Learn more about Hirschmann connectors today

Northern Connectors stocks only the best connectors from Hirschmann and has unrivalled knowledge about the products available.

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